1968 Land Rover Defender

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.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.