1975 Land Rover Defender RHD Radio Military Air Portable

Land Rover Defender RHD Radio Military Air Portable (1975)
for sale

Price: US $27,499.00

Description:

Legally imported and registered in New Mexico, so no worries there. Currently in my dad's garage in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Please see below for particulars, list of restoration work completed, parts replaced, and contact details. Please visit my website for more photos of the restoration process and full description of the adventure:
lmimportsllc.com
This truly is a unique vehicle and has been a labor of love as well as an incredible learning experience for me. As of right now, I have well over $30, 000 into this project including parts, professional services, and shipping from Ireland to Dallas, TX. That does not include any of my time or expenses.
I will be happy to answer any and all questions. .just email me with contact info and I will get back to you as soon as possible. I prefer to talk directly to anyone interested, so give a number that I can reach you on in the mornings. ..I am currently in Italy, so 6-9 hours ahead of the US.
Serious offers and inquiries only, please.
Thanks,
Logan
Light Weight Particulars, imported by LM Imports, LLC (October, 2014)
1975 88inch Series III UK MOD Air Portable Light Weight
chassis # 95103525A
engine # 95108352 2.25L petrol (gasoline) 67hp
Restoration Work Undertaken (Ballygar, County Galway, Ireland, April-August 2014)
Full rolling-chassis restoration including using Land Rover, Bearmach, or OEM parts whenever possible.
-removal of all body panels, doors, hood, etc.
-removal of all electrical wiring
-degreasing and pressure washing of engine, transmission, chassis, and axles
-rusted out rear 1/4 chassis removed and replaced with new part built to original spec
-replaced 2 outriggers with new
-full sand blasting of whole rolling chassis and body panels and body parts
-welding and repair of all rust weakened chassis areas by certified welder
-full professional spray of rolling chassis with 2-part primer and black chassis paint
-engine and mechanical work by professional mechanics including
-new cylinder head to allow use of unleaded gasoline (ACR)
-new complete distributor (Land Rover)
-new carburetor (Land Rover)
-new water pump (Land Rover)
-starter and alternator rebuilt
-new gas tank, fuel level sender, fuel lines (OEM spec)
-new brake drums, cylinders, pads, and lines as needed (OEM spec)
-new electrical wiring harness (Autosparks, OEM spec)
-new full distributor, cap, plugs, and wires (Land Rover)
-all hoses replaced
-all fluids replaced (motor, transmission, brake, gears and axles, and coolant)
-new head, side, brake, and indicator lights (Land Rover)
Body panels and parts professional sprayed in heated spray booth using 2-part acrylic in Land Rover Bronze Green
Additional parts replaced:
-5 new tires, (750x16 All Terrain)
-new canvas top (full FFR by All Wheel Trim)
-new wheel bearing gaiters (for MOD spec)
-new Deluxe Seats
Any part that we had questions about was replaced or repaired. Body was reassembled prior to shipping to Dallas, Texas. Further mechanical work completed by North Texas British:
-all new exhuast
-main steering box rebuilt
-front knuckle swivel joints rebuilt
-new oil pump
-new speedometer cable
-new choke cable
-installed additional water temp and oil pressure gauges
After a 500 plus mile road trip from Dallas, TX, to Roswell, NM, that really gave me a chance to find and sort out additional work required:
-valves adjusted so that engine runs smooth and quiet
-many oil leaks discovered and fixed
-exhaust leaks sorted
-new rear half shafts installed
I have all receipts for parts and work and will be happy to answer any further questions.
contact info:
Logan Mitchell
logan@lmimportsllc.com
captloganmitchell@yahoo.com
Italian cell: 011 39 347 930 0039

update: 2015-07-22

Features:

Condition: Seller Notes:
Used
“Excellent condition. A very rare, fully restored Lightweight. Most Lightweights that have survived military service are either heavily modified from original, or are kept with full military motif. This vehicle has been completely rebuilt to be a one-of-a-kind daily driver for the person who wants to know for certain that no one else on the block will have one.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 95103525A Year: 1975
Number of Cylinders: 4 Make: Land Rover
Transmission: Manual Model: Defender
Body Type: SUV Trim: refurbished
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty Engine: 2.25L gasoline
Vehicle Title: Clear Drive Type: 4x4
Options: 4-Wheel Drive, Convertible Mileage: 93,411
Fuel Type: Gasoline Sub Model: RHD Radio Military Air Portable
For Sale By: Private Seller Exterior Color: Bronze Green

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