# Land Rover Series III Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Land Rover Series III.

### Overview
- **Make:** Land Rover
- **Model:** Series
- **Generation:** Series III
- **Production Years:** 1971–1985
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series/series-iii
- **Data as of:** October 17, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-17T04:11:14.917Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 2 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 0 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 11 completed transactions (1 non-factory build excluded)
- **Current Live Asking Price Range:** $18,995 – $18,995

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Land Rover Series III
- **Years:** 1971-1985
- **Total Volume:** ~440,000 units
- **Layout:** Front-engine, selectable/permanent four-wheel drive, ladder frame
- **Engine:** 2,286 cc inline-four petrol/diesel, 2.6L six, or 3,528 cc Rover V8
- **Power:** 62 hp (diesel) to 91 hp (Stage 1 V8) @ 4,000 rpm
- **Torque:** 103 to 166 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
- **Transmission:** 4-speed all-synchromesh manual with dual-range transfer case
- **Chassis:** Steel box-section ladder frame with semi-elliptic leaf springs
- **Body:** Birmabright aluminum alloy panels with galvanized cappings and plastic grille
- **Wheelbase:** 88 in (short wheelbase), 109 in (long wheelbase)
- **Curb Weight:** 3,050 to 3,850 lbs
- **Top Speed:** 65 to 75 mph

## Verified Live Inventory
- **1973 Land Rover Defender Series III Belgian Military Ragtop** (1973) | Asking: $18,995 | 2,101 mi | manual | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: La Vergne, Tennessee | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1973-land-rover-defender-series-iii-belgian-military-ragtop-d6336535)
- **1973 Land Rover Defender Series III 88** (1973) | Asking: N/A | 48,250 mi | manual | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Needham, Massachusetts | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1973-land-rover-defender-series-iii-88-8a0a142a)

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 15 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | III 88 | Manual | 78,000 mi | $33,750 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 18, 2026 | III 88 | Manual | 32,165 mi | $19,500 | Hemmings Auctions |
| Aug 17, 2026 | III 88 | Manual | 67,020 mi | $29,900 | Dealer inventory |
| Aug 3, 2026 | III 88 | Manual | 63,000 mi | $31,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jun 15, 2026 | III 88 | Manual | 46,000 mi | $19,770 | Bring a Trailer |

## 12-Month Median Sold Price by Variant
| Variant | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| III 88 | 9 | $19,770 |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 11 completed transactions (4 non-factory builds excluded)
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 63 since 2023

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a Land Rover Series III?

For the Series III 88, the median sale price over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout is $19,770. The one verified live listing is asking $18,995.

### How many Land Rover Series III examples are currently for sale?

As of October 17, 2026, there are 2 verified Land Rover Series III examples listed for sale across vetted specialist dealers and auctions on GarageScout.

### How many Land Rover Series III cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 11 sales of the Land Rover Series III in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### Where do Land Rover Series III cars sell?

Of the 11 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 9 on Bring a Trailer, 1 on Bonhams Cars and 1 on Hemmings Auctions.

### How many Land Rover Series III cars were made?

Production of the Land Rover Series III: ~440,000 units.

### Where does GarageScout's Land Rover Series III market data come from?

GarageScout's Land Rover Series III figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, Barrett-Jackson, Bonhams Cars, 4 other sites and dealer inventories. Repeat sales of one car matched by VIN count once, and a median sale price is stated only where 3 or more sales in the trailing 12 months back it.

## Related Markets

- **Generations:** [Series I](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series/series-i), [Series II](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series/series-ii), [Series IIA](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series/series-iia)
- **Series III variants:** [Series III 88](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series/series-iii/series-iii-88)
- **Model:** [All Land Rover Series markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover/series)
- **Make:** [All Land Rover markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/land-rover)

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*Data synthesized by GarageScout Market Intelligence. Preserving vehicle market memory across enthusiast auctions, specialist dealers, and private sales.*