1976 Lightweight, LHD in Calgary - SOLD

[Red90]

I'm putting my Lightweight up for sale.  I just do not have the room for two trucks and unfortunately it will be a few years before that will change.

Asking price is $12000.  See here: http://www.red90.ca/photos/land-rovers/Lightweight%20for%20sale/ for a variety of current photos.  Click on the photos for large, high resolution versions to see details.  Contact me by PM or email to red90@red90.ca with any questions.  Truck is located in NW Calgary.

I bought this truck last year and have spent a lot of time going through it, fixing up problems and adding a few modifications.

The truck was originally sold to the Saudi Arabian National Guard.  It was imported to Canada around 15 years ago by someone on the east coast and then purchased by another Calgarian.  As far as I know, it has been stored indoors and not been winter driven while in Canada.  The truck is completely rust free.  Most of the original undercoating is in place.

The body is very straight with only one repair that I can see on the front left wing.  No bondo and all original paint.  The top (hood) is an Exmoor Trim replacement with no damage.

Left hand drive with a 2.25 Petrol.  The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner around 4000 km ago.  It has an ACR cam and a Turner high flow head.

Various modifications have been performed, that were intended to improve functionality without detracting from what the truck is meant to be.  Most of these have been done so that they can be changed back in case a future owner wants originality.  Along with the truck are a few crates of spare parts including many of the original parts that were removed when modified.

•   Roamerdrive overdrive (around 1500 on the unit).
•   Rocky Mountain Parabolic springs and Old Man Emu shocks.
•   KAM electric locker in the rear axle with KAM 24 spline halfshafts and Ashcroft heavy duty 4.75:1 ring and pinion.
•   Eaton Truetrac torque biasing differential in the front axle with stock shafts and Ashcroft heavy duty reverse rotation 4.75:1 ring and pinion.
•   Powerspark high energy, electronic distributor with matching coil and silicone leads.
•   24700 btu/h (7240 W), 295 cfm Mobile Climate Control heater.  Original heater in the spare parts. With the fume curtain in place, you can stay warm in winter with this heater.  Includes a custom built adjustable vent and ducting system.
•   Superwinch 9000 lb winch with in cab controls as well as the remote.
•   SPAL electric fan and DcControl waterproof controller with in cab override and indicator.  New military mechanical fan in the spare parts, if desired to return to mechanical.
•   Tuffy deluxe stereo security console (12.5” wide version).  There is a radio in it with a couple of marine pod speaker on the bulkhead.  This is mounted to the middle seat base and the middle seat can be put back in if desired.  These are very heavy duty, lockable and weather resistant.  Includes a voltage meter, two 12V outlets and two USB outlets, all weatherproof.
•   GME GX300 weatherproof (IP55) CB radio and Wilson antenna.
•   65 amp OEM distributor as used in 4 cylinder Defenders with upgraded wiring.  These control charging a lot better than the original 45 amp unit.
•   Bussman/Cooper waterproof 5 relay/10 fuse panel wired up to supply power to all non-stock components.  All non-stock wiring replaced and run to a modern OE quality level.
•   Noco Genm1 mini 4 amp waterproof battery charger.
•   Odyssey battery with OJOP quick release connectors.
•   Defender mirrors mounted to the door hinges with custom stainless steel adapters.  These can be removed and no changes were made to the original hinges.
•   Albright waterproof contactor in place of the original starter solenoid.
•   Cole-Hersee electronic wipe/wash switch with variable intermittent and wipe with wash.

[Red90]

Still up for grabs.

[Red90]

Bump.

[Red90]

Sold!!  :'(

[binch]

Where did it go John?

[Red90]

Where did it go John?

It will be going to New York.

[binch]

wow....that's a long way off!   almost Coast to coast inside of two years ;D

[Red90]

Yes.  No real local interest.  With the buck being worth nothing, I think there is more interest in the States.

[Rambler]

The same happened to me in selling my Series 3 last month.  It's still awaiting collection for an onward journey to North Carolina. 

[Already a Rover]

Hmmm, I was thinking of buying it - I'm looking for a vehicle in excellent shape to convert to an EV.  I could have used the engine for my S2a, so if that New Yorker gets cold feet, PM me.

Jim

[Red90]

The truck left the country yesterday on a planned 7000 mile!!! trip home.

You can follow the shenanigans on Defendersource.

[B-Red]

Very ambitious explorer he is. Coming to the Wild West Alberta that is.
He will be having lots of fun in this one. She is tiddy and fun to drive.

[Red90]

I think he was more scared to sleep in the truck in Montana last night with Vermont plates.