Vehicle Description
1968 Land Rover Defender Army Green with Soft Top, the amazing,
iconic, original Land Rover is based upon the success of the World
War II Jeep (Ford GPW & Willys MB), its introduction at the 1948
Amsterdam Auto Show set the mold for decades to come. The Land
Rover Series II was introduced in 1958, the body sides featured a
curved upper edge that became something of a Land Rover trademark.
Due to post-war steel shortage, and aluminum surplus, Land Rovers
received non-rusting aluminum alloy bodies, providing longevity. In
1992, Land Rover claimed that 70% of all the vehicles were still in
use. Featuring a leaf-spring suspension with selectable two or
four-wheel drive (4WD). 2.25 L ADO 23 gas 4 cylinder. Zenith
carburetor, fully synchromesh four speed gearbox. The headlights
were mounted on the front of the fenders/wings. This Land Rover
features a removable canvas top. Split front windows ingenuously
allowed for one cracked glass to be replaced vs. replacing a
full-length one-piece windshield. Hood mounted spare. The truck is
finished in dark green with Army stars. The body is in excellent
condition as is the paint. Great lines and gaps. A few minor
scratches.
