Land Rover Santana 2500 (1991)

Model history

Founded in 1955 under the name Metalúrgica de Santa Ana for the construction of agricultural machinery, the factory became a licensed manufacturer of the second Land Rover series in 1956. The Santana was a licensed Land Rover model, which was largely manufactured without parts from the main factory. Santana produced various models and was also extremely popular outside Spain among farmers and the military. With the 2500 series, significant changes were made to the existing models. Among other things, the Super T was the first turbocharged version of the 2.25-liter diesel engine, with an output of 75 hp and a torque of 180 Nm - three years before the British turbo diesel. The change to the much softer parabolic springs laid the foundation for a contemporary further development of the robust leaf spring suspension. In 1991, Suzuki became the majority owner of Santana, and the company has been called Santana Motors ever since. Production of the Santana 2500 ended in 1994.

General information about the vehicle

A Land Rover Santana 2500 from 1991 is for sale. The vehicle was imported from Spain and has an H license plate. It has had two owners and is accident-free. The TÜV is valid until 8/24. The vehicle is registered in Germany and has been extensively and verifiably restored (please compare the pictures and documents). There are some minimal dents, which cannot be filled due to the aluminum body. The vehicle is ready to drive.

Features

Exterior and interior

• Beige paintwork
• Repainted, as fully restored
• Interior material made from partial leather

Engine and transmission

• 2.25-liter diesel engine with 75 hp
• Manual gearbox
• Last engine service in April 2024 (the seller probably meant 2023)

Mileage

• 230,634 km (seller's specification). The mileage is comprehensible.

Documentation

• No checkbook available

Condition

• Condition of the brakes: 70-90% and condition of the tires: 70-90% (according to the seller)
• According to the seller, the underbody is unwelded and preserved
• Damage and defects: some dents (minimal), which cannot be filled away by Aludural (aircraft aluminum of the bodywork). Engine is well maintained. Electrical system is 6V, therefore more susceptible to water or shocks, you should have one or two fuses in the car. The technology is very robust and reliable. The oil should be changed twice a year, due to the viscosity of the oils in winter (use slightly thinner) and in spring/summer (use slightly thicker) - please only use classic car oils
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Highlights

• Land Rover Santana 2500 in beige with diesel engine and robust technology
• A total of €26,500 was demonstrably invested in the restoration of the Land Rover, the invoices are available.
• The seller writes the following about the history of the vehicle: This vehicle was used by the Spanish navy in Malaga and/or the surrounding area as a supply vehicle. After years in military ownership, the vehicle was decommissioned and sold on the used car market in Spain. The vehicle was demilitarized accordingly and offered as a civilian vehicle on the used car market in Spain before it was sold and transferred to Germany. Nuremberg is the first stop on German soil. From there, the vehicle was sold to Hennigsdorf. It has been used to tow stock cars on selected weekends since around 2013. Otherwise, it was rarely driven. The transfer to the current ownership took place in February 2020. The "Landy" has been extensively restored since then. After extensive research and restoration work, the newly christened "Landy" is now in the heated garage of the family, who maintain the vehicle as a historical cultural asset.

Summary

Immerse yourself in the history of the Land Rover Santana 2500 from 1991, with a mileage of 226,340 km and a reliable 2.25-liter diesel engine (75 hp). Painted in elegant beige and following extensive restoration, this robust vehicle with partial leather interior presents itself as a historic cultural asset and was once in service with the Spanish navy as a supply vehicle.