Hi, all! Thank you for the advice and good banter! Happy to announce we have officially joined the community and found our perfect fit. We didn't pay full price, but I'm sure you all will still think us mad for paying higher for what is, yes, a tin biscuit box on wheels. Got emotionally attached to her story from the previous owners who had her for 20+ years, and fell in love with her overall condition and presentation (and smooth engine, quiet ride and cleanliness). Sometimes you can't really put a price on something that just feels and looks right. Looking to keep her mostly classic-looking and not make major cosmetic changes. She's immediately usable for weekend camping trips (once allowed, of course) and long drives to Scotland, Wales and beyond.
Our first purchases were beefy security and a dog guard.
Introducing "The Queen" (i.e. Queen Victoria, i.e. our first Land Rover, i.e. our forever adventure-mobile, i.e. our favorite Defender)
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