Highlights

Repainted in Matte NATO Green in 2024 with a new roof fitted
Engine gaskets, piston rings, and carburettor refreshed in early 2026
Fitted with overdrive and stainless steel exhaust
Well-maintained with annual servicing during over six years of current ownership

The Appeal

With the Ministry of Defence recently announcing it will be retiring the last of its hard-working Land Rovers, it seems an apt time to look back at some of the vehicles that have served in the military over the years. With reported ex-MOD provenance and an odometer reading in kilometres, this 1971-built Series IIA, first road registered in 1978, carries an authentic military character that is increasingly sought after.

In current ownership since late 2019, this Series IIA has been used regularly and maintained with annual servicing throughout. It was repainted in Matte NATO Green in 2024 and fitted with a brand new Khaki green roof with windows by AWT Trim, giving it a smart and purposeful appearance. Mechanically, it has received considerable recent attention, with work carried out on the engine, brakes, and clutch as outlined below. Equipped with overdrive and front parabolic springs, with a set of rear parabolic springs included for the new owner, this is a well-sorted and usable classic Land Rover. The vendor describes it as an amazing car and states the engine has never given any problems.

Key Information

Mileage: 98,599 km (odometer inoperative; unwarranted)
Country of registration: United Kingdom (1971 manufacture, first registered 1978)
Technical inspection status: MOT and road tax exempt
Technical specs: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual with overdrive
Paperwork: V5C present, late Series IIA chassis number: 24129670

The Detail

Series III bulkhead, dashboard and plastic grille and other features, while the vehicle chassis number correctly matches late-model Series IIA
Engine gaskets and piston rings were changed, and the carburettor was refreshed in January 2026
Front drum brakes replaced with LOF 10" drums and pads; rear pads also replaced in August 2025
LOF clutch fitted in June 2021
Stainless steel exhaust fitted approximately four years ago
Rear half shaft replaced a few years ago
Annual servicing since 2019, including oil change, oil filter cleaning, coolant change, timing and carburettor setting
Repainted in Matte NATO Green in August 2024; minor scratches and dents present
Brand new roof in Khaki green with windows by AWT Trim
Canvas door cards by Exmoor Trim fitted
Military side lights and indicators fitted
Rubber mats in the front and rear
Paracord wrapped steering wheel
Some corrosion in places, reported not to have worsened during current ownership
Interior described as clean with a few scuffs and cuts to the rear bench seats
Dashboard switches and heater reported to be in working order
Speedometer inoperative due to cable failure
Screen wash motor not working; a replacement is included with the sale
Front parabolic springs fitted; rear parabolic springs included but not installed
Two soundbars fitted under the rear bench seats, powered by an inverter
Dust cover included; vehicle is stored outside

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