Land Rover - Santana 1300 - 1973

TO POINT OUT: • Rare variant "Forward Control" (advanced cabin) Santana 1300 from 1973 with the original San Sebastián (SS) registration. • Body built with an authentic handcrafted wooden box for transporting cattle, kept in its original treated state. • Cabin fully restored, repainted in an blue/gray tone, and chassis cleaned up and protected. • Mechanical tune-up: transmission restored with new seals, clutch new, new battery and fluids recently changed. • Axles, braking system and steering pivot joints restored, together with an exhaust line replaced in 2019. HISTORY/GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Presented in the late 1960s by the Jaén-based factory Metalúrgica de Santa Ana, the Land Rover Santana 1300 "Forward Control" was a lightweight transport solution conceived to meet the harsh demands of the Iberian rural environment. Based on the forward control cabin layout to maximize load surface while maintaining excellent off-road capability, it became a fundamental tool for farmers and ranchers. This unit, registered in 1973, originally served in cattle transport in Idiazábal (Basque Country), preserving its valuable historic San Sebastián plate (SS). It is currently located in Madrid. CAR BODY/PAINTING: The exterior metal cabin has undergone a complete restoration and has been fully repainted in an era blue/gray shade, presenting a clean finish. The chassis has been cleaned and repainted in black to ensure long-term structural preservation. The handcrafted wooden rear cargo box is preserved treated and painted, highlighting its natural grain, with traces of surface rust on fittings and chains that preserve its original working patina. The unit is equipped with a metal roof rack over the cabin. INTERIOR: The functional-style cabin features bodywork repainted to match the exterior. The front bench and seats have been recently reupholstered in black vinyl in excellent condition. It retains the central layout of the dashboard with its original analog instrumentation, classic three-spoke Land Rover steering wheel, and central gear selector. The wiring and electrical controls of the cabin are operational. MECHANICS: Under the cab lies the 4-cylinder, 2,286 cc diesel engine delivering 62 hp. The mechanicals start easily after the usual glow plug warm-up period and run smoothly with no smoke emissions. The manual transmission has been restored with new seals and gaskets, paired with a completely new clutch kit. The overall drive cycle has been comprehensively restored, including axles, braking system and steering joints, as well as an exhaust line replaced in 2019. The unit is supplied with a new battery and recent inspection with fluids (engine, transmission and differentials) replaced. DOCUMENTATION: The vehicle has its Spanish documentation and original ordinary registration history from San Sebastián (SS-C-0225). Records and technical maintenance history up to date. It is recommended to view the vehicle before bidding to avoid later disappointments. To arrange an appointment to view it, please contact Catawiki. The buyer is responsible for vehicle collection in Madrid. The seller can provide assistance or contact for transport logistics if required. Transport costs, ownership transfer, or export procedures are not included in the bid and are the buyer’s responsibility.

Estimate:£12,676.83

View all items fromCatawikiorVehicles