One of the pre-Wolf coil-sprung Land Rovers to be selected for Project Tithonus
Acquired by the vendor from an MoD disposal site in 2020, making them the only civilian owner
Currently equipped with a civilian-spec N/A 2.5-litre diesel engine although a military block, cylinder head and various ancillaries are also included in the sale
The Appeal
Following the introduction of the Defender Wolf in 1994, the Ministry of Defence invested in a scheme to extend the life of existing coil-sprung military Land Rovers by refurbishing them to field standard. Named Project Tithonus, this initiative effectively extended the service life of these vehicles by thirty years and here we have one such Defender that received this treatment.
First entering military service in 1993, this Land Rover has spent the majority of its life with the MoD until the present owner acquired it from an MoD disposal site in 2020. Since then, we understand that the Land Rover has been used mainly for local journeys and the vendor amassed a number of parts, including an original MoD engine, intending to carry out some renovation work. In the end, this plan didn’t come to fruition and so, the Defender is now in need of a new home.
With an MOT valid until September 2023 with no advisories, this Land Rover is ready to be enjoyed in its present state or could become the basis for a project.
The electrical system passes MOT requirements although the reversing camera, reversing lights, spotlights, instruments and heater all need some work (with the heater having been removed for inspection)
MoD block and cylinder head supplied, should the next owner wish to fit the correct engine
Also included are a number of ancillaries including a water pump, fan, injection parts and a 24 volt alternator with its bracketry
We’re informed that two swivel rebuild kits will be supplied as well
We can see a lot of potential in this Land Rover and, with all the additional parts that are included, the next owner is already well on the way with any fixes or modifications they may wish to make.
Presented in very good condition for its age and with an MOT valid until September 2023, don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity.
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1993 Land Rover Defender Tithonus 110
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