Range Rover Other Vogue SE 1994
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Model History
The Range Rover Classic was a luxury 4x4 built by Land Rover from 1970 to 1996. It was the first generation of vehicles produced under the Range Rover name. For most of its history, it was known simply as the “Range Rover”; Land Rover coined the term “Range Rover Classic” for the brief period the model was built alongside its P38A successor before retrospectively applying the name to all first-generation Range Rovers.
In its original guise, the Range Rover was more capable off-road than the Land Rover but was also much more comfortable, offering a top speed in excess of 100mph, a towing capacity of 3.5 tons, spacious accommodation for five people, and groundbreaking features such as a four-speed, dual-range, permanent four-wheel-drive gearbox and hydraulic disc brakes on all wheels.
Like other Land Rover vehicles, most of the Range Rover's bodywork skin is constructed from lightweight aluminium and hung on a steel frame. The body design changed very little in the first decade and it wasn't until 1981 that the four-door body was introduced. The first major push upmarket was in 1984, which saw the availability of leather trim and automatic transmission. This was followed for the 1985 model year which saw the instrument pod replaced by a more modern one, alongside new door cards with walnut inlays.
The front end of the Range Rover was revamped in 1986. This brought a more pedestrian-friendly plastic grille with horizontal slats, and optional front valance with two fog lights. Mirrors were now mounted on the door pillar rather than the doors, the seat base was lowered and door handles were redesigned, making it more difficult for rear passengers but greatly improving the comfort for taller people in the front. Other changes included the windows, tailgate and bonnet, but none of those affected the general design. Bonnet and door hinges gradually evolved out of sight and the fuel filler cap was hidden behind a hinged flap.
Equipment
Roman Bronze metallic paintwork, Biscuit leather upholstery, ‘Soft dash’ with driver and passenger airbags, Range Rover Classic rear badge, Electric glass sunroof, Heated and electrically-adjustable front seats, Electrically-adjustable door mirrors, Electric windows front and rear, Air conditioning, PAS, Range Rover cassette radio, Analogue dash clock, Individual armrests front and rear, High and low 4x4 differential, Front fog lights, Rear mud flaps, Rubber Ranger Rover floor mats, Spare wheel, Spare key, Tool kit.
Exterior
Finished in striking Roman Bronze, the bodywork of this low mileage Vogue SE remains in splendid condition that truly defies its age. Unlike many classic Range Rovers let down by serious corrosion, this cherished UK example has always been well looked after and has avoided falling into disrepair. The bumpers remain in fantastic order all round, free from any knocks or scrapes and with only a handful of small marks to report across the front edge. Along both sides the aluminium panels remain straight and true, the trims throughout also presenting in fine condition.
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Interior
The lavish Range Rover cabin is finished with Biscuit leather and burr Walnut trim. Being a desirable ‘soft dash’ model this example is equipped with driver and passenger airbags. Sat inside, the whole interior feels incredibly fresh, the seat upholstery still notable supple and showing no signs of use. There is no marking to any of the switchgear, door cards or glossy walnut inlays, and the steering wheel retains a lovely factory texture; even the original cassette player is still in place. The seats front and rear are equipped with individual folding armrests – again, all pristine – while the front seats are also heated and electrically-adjustable. In the footwells the carpets are protected by unworn rubber mats, and at the rear the boot area is absolutely immaculate, complete with spare wheel and folding parcel shelf.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The original 3.9-litre V8 fires into life with a purposeful growl. Often these engines are replaced with larger displacement units but here the factory-fitted Ranger Rover V8 is pleasingly still present. On test, the diff and 4x4 system all work as they should, and the smooth four-speed auto ‘box operates very well indeed. The car benefits from a recent service carried out in June 2020 at 27,745 miles. The advisory-free MOT is valid until April 2021.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The 16-inch two-tone alloys present in excellent original condition with next to no curb marking and only very minor age-related wear to report on close inspection. They are wrapped in matching Goodyear rubber with plenty of tread remaining at each corner. Brake-wise, the car received new rear pads and discs in April 2020 at 27,400 miles, at which point the front pads were cleaned and checked, and the brake fluid was replaced.
History File
This 27k mile ‘soft dash’ Vogue SE was first registered in December 1994; it was supplied new by Farnell Land Rover in Bradford. Clearly a cherished example, this has to be one of the lowest mileage Range Rover Classics available today. The History File is complete with the original document pack, stamped service booklet, spare key and remote fob, previous MOT certificates and invoices for recent maintenance. The underside was fully Waxoyled in June 2020 to further preserve its amazing rust-free condition.
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1994 Range Rover Other Vogue SE is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Kingsley by 4 Star Classics for £39995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Range Rover Model : Other Model Version : Vogue SE Engine size : 3.9 Model Year : 1994 Sub type : Truck Location : Hampshire
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About Range Rover
You see, when it comes to SUVs, there's one name that stands head and shoulders above the rest - Range Rover. It's the forefather, the granddaddy, the patriarch of all SUVs you see on the road today. Let's take a journey into the world of Range Rover.The year was 1970, and the automotive landscape was vastly different. There were cars and there were trucks, and not much in between. But then, like a beam of British engineering brilliance, the Range Rover burst onto the scene.
It was designed to be the ultimate combination of luxury and utility, a vehicle that could take you to the ends of the Earth in style and comfort. With its distinctive, boxy shape and iconic split tailgate, it was like nothing the world had ever seen.
Underneath that elegant exterior was a full-time four-wheel-drive system, a novel idea at the time. This wasn't just a car that looked good; it could actually go anywhere. It was equally at home on the country estate as it was in the posh London neighborhood.
And the interior? Oh, the interior was a revelation. Plush leather seats, wood trim, and all the creature comforts you could ask for. It was the perfect blend of opulence and practicality.
But what truly set the Range Rover apart was its capability. It could tackle rough terrain with ease, thanks to its powerful V8 engine and advanced suspension system. It was the go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle that appealed to royalty, celebrities, and adventurers alike.
Over the years, the Range Rover has evolved. It's become more luxurious, more technologically advanced, and more capable than ever before. But it has never lost sight of its roots. It's still the benchmark for luxury SUVs, the one against which all others are measured.
And that, my friends, is the legacy of the Range Rover. It's the vehicle that created the SUV segment as we know it today. It showed the world that you don't have to sacrifice comfort for capability, that you can have it all in one elegant package.
So the next time you see a Range Rover on the road, take a moment to appreciate its history and significance. It's the original, the trailblazer, the king of SUVs