1978 Jeep M151A2 'Mutt'

Highlights

Fully restored and repainted to a very good standard
Stored in a garage for the past eight years: part of a collection of around 80 cars
Offered in running condition, ready for recommissioning following a year unused

The Appeal

Although it bore numerous similarities to its WW2-era predecessors, the M151 was a totally different Jeep from all that had come before. Instead of a traditional separate chassis design, the M151 became a monocoque with frame rails built into the floor pan for strength. The benefits were twofold: increasing ground clearance while simultaneously lowering the centre of gravity. The M151 also dispensed with beam axles in favour of independent coil-sprung suspension, drastically improving comfort and body control at higher speeds.

This 1978 Jeep M151A2 'Mutt' was formerly part of a collection of around 80 cars and has been garaged for the past eight years following a full restoration. Although unused for the past year or so, the Jeep is offered in running condition, making it an excellent basis for recommissioning.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1978
odometer set to 0 km post-restoration although the current indicated mileage is reportedly incorrect
Originally had Portuguese registration
Now located in Palafrugell, Catalonia, Spain
Part of a collection of around 80 cars
Stored in a garage for the past 8 years
Offered without current Spanish registration and ITV
Historical registration process initiated but not completed (now expired)

The Condition

Bodywork restored and repainted, with minimal defects to note since the Jeep has been garaged and barely used
Interior completely redone and therefore free from notable signs of wear or deterioration
Military paint scheme/specifications retained with good attention to detail
The underside has also been fully restored and we're assured there are no signs of corrosion
The Jeep is very well presented inside and out

The Mechanics

2.3-litre (2,318cc) inline four-cylinder petrol engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
Equipped with low-range and four-wheel-drive
Restored engine and gearbox, practically unused since restoration
Requires a mechanical check-up due to a year of inactivity

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