Range Rover (1970-1995): books - history and models

Range Rover First Generation - The Complete Story

The Range Rover was originally designed as a more comfortable and road-friendly version of the Land Rover. However, customers quickly recognized its greater potential.
During the 1970s, while its practicality and performance were widely acknowledged, the Range Rover also became a symbol of prestige. It transformed the Land Rover brand forever.

"Range Rover First Generation - The Complete Story" explores the true history of this vehicle, detailing the many changes made during its 26 years of production. The book covers its development, special modifications, utility versions, models built for the U.S. market, overseas production, and full technical specifications.
If any vehicle deserves to be called "iconic, " it is the first-generation Range Rover.

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Range Rover First Generation - All models (1970-1996) - Essential Buyer's Guide

Looking for a good Range Rover? This Essential Buyer's Guide, written by a brand expert, is full of practical advice for buying the first generation Range Rover.

Production years: 1970-1996.

This Essential Buyer's Guide for the first generation Range Rover helps you find a suitable car at the right price and answers the following questions:

• Stay or walk away? First evaluation of a Range Rover.
• What is the right price? Valuation with a unique scoring system.
• How to check authenticity?
• Which models are most suitable?
• What are known defects?
• What are the possibilities and impact of a restoration?
• What are the maintenance costs?

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Range Rover The First Fifty: Prototypes, YVBs and NXCs - The Story of the Early Range Rovers

The Range Rover has become a legend. Its original design remained in production for over 25 years, followed by the second generation in 1994, the third in 2001, and the fourth in 2012. Collectors and enthusiasts value the early models, which set the standard for many later vehicles.

This book focuses on the very first Range Rovers, documenting their history and significance. It covers three key groups: the seven Engineering Prototypes, the 28 Pre-Production Vehicles (mostly registered in the YVB-H series), and the 20 Press Launch Vehicles (all registered in the NXC-H series). In total, these early models number just over 50.

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Range Rover (1985-1995) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Range Rover 4x4 models from the years 1985-1995. Describes the Range Rover Vogue, Vogue Automatic, Janspeed, Turbo Diesel, Highline, Vogue SE, 3.9, RoverCraft 4.5, CSK, County SE, Vogue LSE, LWB and Tdi.

• The articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Original Range Rover - The Restorer's Guide to All Carburettor Models 1970-1986

The Range Rover is a significant vehicle in automotive history, influencing modern four-wheel-drive SUVs. Early models are now considered classics, and interest among enthusiasts continues to grow.

This book, based on factory records, details the original specifications of carburettor models produced between 1970 and 1986. It includes 240 specially commissioned color photographs of well-preserved vehicles, showcasing every variation in great detail.
In addition to standard models, the book also features rare versions such as the Monteverdi four-door, In Vogue Special Editions, and emergency service vehicles used by police, fire, and ambulance departments.

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You & Your Range Rover - Buying, enjoying, maintaining, modifying

From a high-end Land Rover to an art exhibit in the Louvre, from a rugged off-roader to a luxury vehicle, the Range Rover has excelled in every role. It set the standard for a new generation of leisure vehicles, combining on-road comfort with off-road capability.

The first-generation Range Rover (Series 1) remained in production for 26 years before being replaced by the more refined Series 2. In 2002, the Series 3 took the model fully into the luxury car market.

This fully illustrated book is ideal for Range Rover owners and enthusiasts. It includes a detailed model history, guidance on buying, maintenance, and modifications, as well as specifications, model updates, and production figures.

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Range Rover (1970-1985) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Range Rover 4x4 models from the years 1970-1985. Describes the Range Rover V8, 4-door, Schuler, Automatic, Vogue and Janspeed.

• The 50 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
• Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.

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Range Rover Specification Guide - First Generation Models, 1970-1996

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This book provides detailed guidance on the original factory specifications of first-generation Range Rovers produced between 1970 and 1996. Commonly referred to as Range Rover Classics - though this term strictly applies to models built after autumn 1994 - these vehicles established the foundation for later generations of Land Rover's renowned Range Rover series.

Over time, many of these early models suffered significant alterations, often modified as off-road vehicles or neglected by successive owners. However, with growing interest in restoring them to their original condition more than 25 years after production ceased, accurate reference material has become increasingly important.

Author James Taylor has meticulously reviewed original documents and examined surviving vehicles to compile a comprehensive resource on the authentic specifications of these iconic models. This guide is an essential reference for anyone restoring or maintaining these classic vehicles, which hold a pivotal place in Land Rover's history.

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