#131 New ride

I picked up a Land Rover Series 3 from 1974 and cannot wait to use it on the homestead. I continue with the concrete and digging work in the basement and get a hand from Valentin, Rianna and Martin who are on an overlanding trip and staying for a few nights.

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Music in this video: Nature Of Us by Generdyn

Valentins ig: @ladaoverlandbyvalle

0:00 Picking up the Land Rover
5:04 Chat
8:12 Fire
9:01 Prepping mushrooms
11:06 Chickens
12:44 Pouring concrete
18:13 Rain
18:48 Digging
19:50 Valentin, Rianna and Martin arrive
21:52 Dinner
24:34 Rain and cold
26:46 Digging
28:23 Coffee
29:40 Lunch
32:32 First snow
34:05 Greenhouse
34:36 Chickens
35:20 Chat with the overlanders
37:55 Chat about bathroom
40:33 Taking the roof down
41:55 Going for a ride
43:57 Outro monologue

[belgianwaffleknit]

When Martijn smiles more in one episode than in all episodes combined, you just know la vita e bella! 🚗

[the-reading-lemon]

Never apologise for things that make you happy and don't hurt anyone. You just had the biggest smile on your face the entire time you were driving that car, how lovely!

[christophernoto]

My wife saw you sit down on the front bumper and said, "Life is good for Martijn." Bravo and congratulations. We are grateful to get to experience a part of your life. Thank you.

[rumpelwegs]

A Landrover is not a car, it's an attitude. Pure Mechanics.

[dmartind]

Haha. “I couldn’t help myself”. “I don’t have to explain myself but I will”. Love it. You even have fun working to drive.

[hannaw]

Today we saw Martijn’s inner child, and what a joy it was to see a man and his new toy.wonderful happiness, that is life.

[karmaficionado]

Now, THAT is a smile!!! We rarely get to see you smile like that 🙂 Congrats on the new ride!! Whatever brings you joy, Martijn, I see more power to you. It is a lovely machine, for sure. A classic! Enjoy!!

[vitopiccininno]

Yea! He doesn't smile much, but when he does, and you have watched him for a few years, it has a warm affect on you. I love when his family comes to visit!

[Youdoneedmyname]

Honestly that vehicle suits you. it’s evident that you are not afraid of technology but you also enjoy and appreciate the classics! It’s evident in your clothing, design choices and all you do. Sometimes simplicity is just better.

[dorothyburgess]

Seeing you smile so big and treating yourself to what you love makes me so happy.

[bear]

Hi from England. My dad restores Land Rovers. We were very excited when we saw the thumbnail. It also has a very unique story to tell. Love it.

[RM-bltd]

Your contentment is contagious and well deserved! Thank you for bringing peaceful moments into our lives. May you always find contentment, Martijn

[Rockhopper]

I use to drive those landrovers, and with hindsight and being around several nasty accidents with them, I would suggest getting a safety devices roll cage for the Landrover. The area where you live is prone to roll overs. A roll bar and wearing seatbelt will mean your chickens getting fed and your beautiful home being finished. Telling you out of respect and love, but please consider one, and do not let your male machismo say no. Love your channel, and it's a privilege that you share your life with us.

[MarkBrennan-]

Congratulations Martijn on the purchase of the Land Rover. In three years we've rarely seen you look so happy 😊

[menmanagement]

Hold on! Hold ON!! You found a Series 3A 88 with ONLY 57517+ miles That’s a rare pickup and limited build + classic treasure + great condition + Left hand drive = YOUR KILLING ME with this find.

[HyperL_official]

As a Finn(ish person) I love the idea of the sauna. Sauna can be even combined with a simple shower, we have that a lot in cabins. Sauna stoves also often heat some water as well, so it can be multifunctional. I recommend a Finnish sauna company for the sauna stove. Harvia is probably the most well known. Finns invented sauna (it's even a Finnish word) so we do it best. :)

[jorbraz]

If you’ve ever bought something that didn’t make sense but was a passion project and can’t help but smile when you look at it. You understand this Land Rover purchase. It’s giving me the itch too! Well done.

[ScottMercier]

I've never seen you smile that much in your entire series! That smile says it all, brother! It complements the vibe perfectly regardless, enjoy! It's surely happy in its new adventures and home.

[lynnwimberley]

Finally! You have a vehicle that matches who you are and what you are doing.

[dustinpward]

the land rover is aesthetically perfect for the scene. Every week gets better. Thank you for the film.