In Brief:

• A great opportunity to purchase a desirable petrol V8 Discovery 1
• Finished in Portofino Red over a Grey cloth interior
• Owned by the current keeper for the last 16 years
• 3 former keepers
• Recent maintenance undertaken including work to brakes

Auctioneer's Notes:

A tidy and well-presented example of the increasingly desirable Discovery 1, this 1998 model was first registered in 1999 and is equipped with the sought-after 3.9-litre V8 engine and finished in Portofino Red over Grey cloth with Land Rover-pattern seat inserts. It shows well both inside and out, benefitting from long-term ownership and a mileage reading of just 104,216 – notably low for its age.

Maintenance & Condition:

Recent work carried out in October 2025 includes new brakes front and rear, a new fuel pump, hub seals and driveshaft seals at a cost of £981.16. The vehicle presents in tidy condition throughout, with the interior remaining clean and original in appearance.

History:

Owned by the current keeper for the past 16 years and showing 3 former keepers, the Discovery is accompanied by an assortment of paperwork and the original Land Rover bookpack. Numerous invoices chart routine maintenance and servicing over the years, supported by a selection of old MOT certificates. The bookpack contains the Owner’s Handbook, Dealer Guide and Warranty Handbook.

The Model:

Launched at the 1989 Frankfurt Motor Show under “Project Jay”, the Discovery quickly became Land Rover’s first model designed specifically as a family car – offering genuine off-road capabilities alongside everyday usability. Sharing much of its chassis, suspension and 4WD system with the Range Rover, the Discovery was positioned at a more accessible price point. The Discovery 1 was also the only generation offered as a three-door. This example features the largest engine offered for the Series 1: the robust 3.9-litre petrol V8.

Sale Insight:

Discovery 1 values have been rising as buyers seek usable, characterful early Land Rovers with strong enthusiast followings. With its desirable V8 powertrain, long-term ownership, paperwork on file and recent maintenance, this example represents an appealing opportunity for 4x4 enthusiasts.

Estimate:
£2,500 - £3,500