Land Rover Defender RHD Radio Military Air Portable (1975)
for sale
Price: US $27,499.00
Price: US $27,499.00
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
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 |