Interesting Facts About the Land Rover Series I
The Land Rover Series I debuted at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show and entered full production that same year at Solihull. It enjoyed a ten‑year production run until 1958, establishing the foundation for the iconic Series I‑III lineage.
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Launch at the Amsterdam Motor Show
The Series I was introduced to the world at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show, marking the start of Rover's post‑war off‑road vehicle line.
Long Wheelbase Variant Introduced in 1953
In 1953, Rover expanded the Series I lineup with a long‑wheelbase version, offering extra cargo space while retaining the model’s rugged character.
Ten‑Year Production Span and Legacy
Produced from 1948 to 1958, the Series I helped launch a series that continued until 1985, with the combined Series I‑III models exceeding two million units built.
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