1956 Land Rover Series 86

1956 Land Rover Series I 86” Tri-Top

VIN: 176600001 — Serial No. 00001

HHH Heritage LLC is proud to present an extraordinary opportunity to own what is believed to be the first production 1956 86 Land Rover Series I built

Recognized by Autoweek as the #1 Land Rover restoration company in the United States, HHH Heritage has earned a reputation for excellence, with a loyal base of repeat clients returning for second, third, and even fifth builds.

Discovered in a backyard in South Africa, partially buried and long forgotten, this remarkable vehicle was identified by its owner as Serial #1—a claim supported by its VIN: 176600001. A true piece of automotive history, now meticulously restored and thoughtfully upgraded for modern usability.

Restoration & Mechanical Details

This Series I has undergone a comprehensive, ground-up restoration by our expert craftsmen & women

Engine Upgrade:
Original engine replaced with a fully rebuilt 2.25L petrol engine, engineered for reliable operation on modern unleaded fuel, new fuel tank and fuel lines

Transmission:
Rebuilt synchronized 4-speed manual gearbox for improved drivability

Chassis & Undercarriage:
Fully stripped, inspected, and refinished
Chassis galvanized and finished in gloss black

Rebuilt front and rear axles
Reconditioned transfer case
Rebuilt prop shafts

Suspension & Steering:
New leaf springs and shock absorbers
Fully rebuilt steering components

Braking System:
New brakes and parking brake system throughout

Body & Finish:
Complete body disassembly and restoration
Finished in Royal Navy Midnight Blue
All exterior galvanized components re-galvanized to factory-correct specification
Configurable Tri-Top setup: hardtop, soft top, or fully open convertible

Interior:
Butterscotch leather seats
New instruments
New updated wiring/fusebox

Significance;

This is more than a restoration—it is a preservation of legacy.

This vehicle represents one of the earliest examples of the 86-inch Series I, marking a pivotal moment in the history of Land Rover. Its provenance, combined with a no-expense-spared restoration, places it in an elite category of collector-grade vehicles.

Own a cornerstone of automotive history.

12-month/15,000-mile parts replacement program, call for details
HHH Heritage LLC is not a dealership this is a private sale