1965 Land Rover Land Rover Series IIA 88" RHD Defender

1965 Land Rover Other Base Description

Reluctantly selling my great 1965 Land Rover 88 inch Series 2A. It features the rare optional pick up cab top and also a "3/4" hoop and canvas top set. This Rover is a RHD home market model brought over by a US Army Aviator. He was stationed in the UK at Alconbury Airbase and when he came state side he brought it home with him. It was driven from the Gulf Coast all the way to California. It still has its ORIGINAL British license plates! It is an unrestored Rover, just driven and maintained over the course of its life. There was lots of maintenance done in the UK by the previous owner, for which I have many receipts which will be included. The Rover has its stock 2.2 liter gas engine which runs very well. The engine is not in "prestine" condition as far as looks, but it always runs great and has never let me down. It is mostly all stock with the exception of an upgraded weber 34 carb and air cleaner. It drives well, shifts well, and brakes well. 4WD works as it should. The Body is on great shape, and isVERY straight, and except for a small dent in the lower rear tub, it has no significant dents or damage on any of the body panels. It does have some typical rust issues common for these trucks. these areas include the front frame horn where the bumpers mount to, and the bulkhead around the fresh air vents. This is evident by discoloration under the paint and some bubbling. It would need to be repaired at some point, but is not detrimental at this point. The Body color is a flat "sand" or khaki color. The original color of the Rover was Marine Blue. The Rover hasa deluxe hood with spare tire mount. All the galvanized body trim is in good shape, as well as the galvanized front bumper. The pick up top is in good shape but it does have some dents on the roof, but they are not really noticeable. The top has nice glass in the curved quarter windows, and rear slider. The interior is all stock as well as the dash, left as it has been used for years. Seats are stock vinyl Series seats. I have a military ammo box between the seats as a glove box. The rear "hoop" set for the canvas top is unique for use with the pick up cab set up. The canvas is a "khaki" color high quality top from Exmoore trim in the UK. They make the best tops on the market. It has a rear window but I typically keep the back rolled up and strapped. The body has all the appropriate fasteners and loops for securing the top, etc.; The Rover has Military style 7.00x16 tires which are still in great shape. It also has a custom made luggage rack on the roof. The Sunvisor pictured in a couple of the pictures is no longer with the rover and is NOT included. This Rover is a blast to drive and the RHD always attracts a lot of attention. It is very "peppy" when drivingand feels light because of the lack of a heavy roof. I actually remove the entire top and removable door tops in the summer and drive it. I have driven it on several trips to the mountains, and it feels like a racecaron the trails. I hardly ever have to even put it in four wheel drive!! There are lots of really cool original decals from the previous owner relating to his AviationSquadron and a parking pass decal for an air base back east. This Rover has a really cool look and history. Its not some dolled up so called "restored" Rover, that has wrong parts, and ugly paint.This a well used, genuine early Series Rover that is driven and enjoyed, like they should be! I have a clean title in my name, it is currently registered and insured. I also have a birth certificate from Land Rover. If you have any questions please feel free to email. I also would be happyto speak to any potential buyers. The Rover is located in Northern California. I can also assist with shipping arrangements for out of state buyers. There is a modest reserve on this listing, but is far less than I have seen other Rovers selling for.

On Jan-14-17 at 10:36:24 PST, seller added the following information:

I have added some additional pictures. Also In response to questions, the paperwork included with the Rover includes current California title, LR Birth certificate, Lots of parts and maintenance receipts from UK, some of the old customs paperwork when it was shipped over, etc.; The rover currently has the hard pick up top on it, but rear hoop set and canvas top are off. All of that is of course included as seen in some of the pictures. The Rovers' name is "Scotty",my kids named him after the Armyhelicopter pilot Lt. Scott whoowned him. Please email for additional photos of any areas you wish to see. Thanks.

On Jan-17-17 at 18:31:05 PST, seller added the following information:

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On Jan-18-17 at 20:39:23 PST, seller added the following information: