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1970 Land Rover 2A DIESEL - Matching numbers - Original - Rare opportunity!

For sale: 1970 Land Rover Defender - Series 2A Convertible DIESEL

Technical specifications

Condition:
Used
Item location:
North Olmsted, Ohio, United States
Make:
Land Rover
Model:
Defender
SubModel:
- Series 2A Convertible DIESEL
Type:
Convertible
Trim:
Series 2A 88"
Year:
1970
Mileage:
12,087
VIN:
32401042
Color:
Green
Engine size:
2.25 Diesel
Number of cylinders:
4
Fuel:
Diesel
Transmission:
Manual
Drive type:
4WD
Interior color:
Black
Options:
4-Wheel Drive, Convertible
Vehicle Title:
Clear
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Description

Don't miss a rareLand Rover 88" Series 2A ConvertibleDiesel in excellent condition!Kept indoors, in original condition unused for decades- and recently rebuilt to outstanding condition.Manufactured by Rover Co.LTD inFebruary 1970at the Solihull Factory, England and shipped to beassembledin Cota Rica where it was recently rediscovered. Being the rare andthoughtafter diesel version it was broughtto the U.S.
Although the body wasabsolutelystraight and the car didn't have any rust or major mechanicalissues, It was restored using all the original components:The aluminium body had gone through a fantasticprofessionaloff framerestorationwithoutcompromisingany of it's originality-As you can see in the photos, all factorydoublesidedwields and old fashioned rivets show exactly as they should.
Original (matching numbers) engine wasrebuilt, so were the gear box and Diesel pump. It starts right away, ready to go on any fun adventure (it can clime on practically anything) or star in any car show.The top is brand new and seals great. It's relies on a period correct conversion frame that adds an extra inch of head room to the driver and front passengers. Side mirrors were upgraded to the '71 model and a new alternator replaced the originaldynamo forfor better practicality.
Most of the car's original detailing were kept for that priceless age authenticity. All doorhandles, diesel fuel cap, knobs and gauges are authentic and original.If a newer look isdesired, those parts areeasilyavailable new at online shops.
This Diesel Land Rover comes as the stripped down military version. Apart from the cool military look and the reduced weigh, it exposes the near perfect aluminium body in it's full glory.easilyconvertibleto any other version.
It has been driven a few hundred trouble free and fun miles since the restoration- Creating the lovelycharacteristicold diesel sound getting a lot of thumbs up andsmiles.
It's being sold as-is but you are more than welcome to come and check it out yourself or send a professional to check it out for you.
All serious offers will be considered.


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