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- 1979 Land Rover Lightweight Defender
1979 Land Rover Lightweight Defender
Lot Number: 196
1979 Land Rover Lightweight Defender
An ex-Ministry of Defence vehicle fully restored from a new galvanised chassis upwards around three years ago.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £18,000
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
JTL 141T -
ODOMETER READING
10000 Miles
SALE ROOM NOTICE
Please note that this Land Rover is a Series III and not a Defender as erroneously catalogued.
SUMMARY
An ex-Ministry of Defence vehicle fully restored from a new galvanised chassis upwards around three years ago.
DESCRIPTION
- Originally owned by the Ministry of Defence until disposed of and correctly UK-registered in 2000
- Full restoration from a new galvanised chassis upwards in 2020/21 including the fitting of a new MoD engine
- All new trim including a replacement canvas tilt and interior upholstery
- Complete with a comprehensive history file including Ministry of Defence records, restoration photographs, previous MOT Certificates and various invoices and receipts
- Checked over and serviced as required in readiness for sale
- Now in superb overall condition and ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 196
- Make
- LAND ROVER
- Model
- LT WEIGHT
- Variant
- 4x4
- Registration Number
- JTL 141T
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 95104878
- Engine Number
- TBA
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Green
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTSCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Recent restoration completed to a very high standard
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Recent restoration completed to a very high standard
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Recent restoration completed to a very high standard, engine replaced with ex military unit so non matching numbers
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Recent restoration completed to a very high standard
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Restoration Notes
Recent restoration completed to a very high standard
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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