Classic1948 Series I
Registry record · Registered
| Model | Series I |
|---|---|
| Year | 1948 |
| Engine | 1.6 IOE petrol |
| Colour | Light Green |
| Chassis number | R01 |
Notes
Series I 80in pre-production R01 — registered HUE 166. British Motor Museum, Gaydon.
Parts for this truck
Registry fitment beats VIN decode for the chassis-number era — these go straight to Series I 1.6 IOE petrol parts.
This truck has a permanent Certificate of Provenance — print it, or scan its QR to return here.
Provenance certificate
Provenance
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Jun 2026 · RegisteredEntered the registryThe first pre-production Land Rover, despatched 11 March 1948 and later registered HUE 166 in Warwickshire — “Huey.” Used for the April 1948 demonstrations, it is the heritage anchor the two-millionth (S90 HUE) and the last (H166 HUE) Defenders both salute. Held in the national collection since 1980.