Thread: LR 53's first decent drive in 5 years

LR 53, my 1953 Series 1 80" has been in restoration in Perth for just over 5 years.
On the weekend I get to take her for her first decent drive since taking her off the road for a complete nuts and bolts rebuild.
The photo were taken at Point Resolution reserve, overlooking Fresh Water Bay.

Apart from the Solex 32 PBI-2 carburettor that seems determined to drive me mad, everything else seems to be going well.
There are a few more things left to do, such as the weather seals, but at least she is now drivable.
regards from
Jeff in sunny Perth

Originally Posted by jedwards

LR 53, my 1953 Series 1 80" has been in restoration in Perth for just over 5 years.
On the weekend I get to take her for her first decent drive since taking her off the road for a complete nuts and bolts rebuild.
The photo were taken at Point Resolution reserve, overlooking Fresh Water Bay.

Apart from the Solex 32 PBI-2 carburettor that seems determined to drive me mad, everything else seems to be going well.
There are a few more things left to do, such as the weather seals, but at least she is now drivable.
regards from
Jeff in sunny Perth

What a great looking vehicle, Puts an end to the Paint vs Patina debate once and for all.