Highlights

Extremely original bodywork and mechanics
Equipped with the rare 2,250 cm³ petrol engine
Equipped with optional front free-wheel hubs
Valid overhaul

The Attractions

The great versatility of Land Rovers is undoubtedly the clearest proof of their ruggedness and how unstoppable they are. Over the years, Land Rovers have been used for countless purposes, both civil, commercial and military, and have proved absolutely indispensable for many rural communities and for bringing assistance to hard-to-reach places.

This Land Rover Series IIA has quite a story to tell. Owned by a nunnery in Pracchia, in the province of Pistoia, it was used as an ambulance by the local Civil Defence, always kept in the garage and kept ready for emergencies. It was rediscovered in 2015 by gathering information and thanks to word of mouth in Lucca, Tuscany, where it had been abandoned in a depot; after all, its on-board medical equipment was now obsolete.

Extremely original, solid and full of character, this charming 4x4 is now ready for its next owner, who will certainly appreciate its many unique details.

History and Documentation

Registered in 1971
In the past it was owned by a nunnery in Pracchia, in the province of Pistoia
Used as an ambulance by the Civil Defence
Found in 2015 in Lucca, Tuscany
Efficient and equipped with a valid overhaul
The odometer shows 49,000 km and the seller believes this may be correct, considering its history

Condition

White paint with red and orange sticker stripes; original colour was 'Desert Tan'.
Additional headlights on the roof
Retractable roof rack
Original safari roof
Tow hook
Original bodywork in very solid overall condition
Normal signs of wear and tear for its age; no traces of through corrosion reported to us
Worn paintwork in places, understandable given its age
Underbody shows very few traces of corrosion, mostly superficial
Original cockpit and instrumentation with metric indicators
Original front seats and clear windows instead of original opaque ones
Left rear door window is present but has not yet been fitted
Some light corrosion marks on the floor, apparently only superficial
Corrosion marks on gear lever and exposed metal parts, but nothing particularly noticeable

Mechanics

4-cylinder 2,250 cm³ petrol engine
Needs a new carburettor
4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive on all gears
In the past it was equipped with an additional radio system, siren and other equipment for use as an ambulance: for this reason there are additional wiring harnesses in the engine compartment
We have been informed that the engine runs well, without irregular knocking, unusual noises or smoke
We have been informed that this Land Rover is ready to be driven

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