1988 Land Rover 110 Wolf Tithonus

Highlights

Reworked in 2007 to Wolf specifications as part of the Tithonus project
Fitted with Wolf hard top and inner/outer roll bars
Only 107,760 km indicated (approximately 62,000 miles)

The Appeal

By the mid 2000s, the Ministry of Defence had a problem. It relied on a vast fleet of Land Rovers for a variety of roles, but the trouble was, they were getting rather long in the tooth. Some were over thirty years old - so not really p to the rigours of active service. Replacing the whole fleet would be an enormous strain on the national purse strings. So they hatched a plan called "Tithonus" in which the older Land Rovers would undergo a comprehensive refurbishment programme.

The 1988 110 Defender Wolf received the Tithonus treatment in 2007 when it was upgraded to contemporary Wolf specification. Finally retired in 2012, it has been used sparingly in civilian life, with the odometer now showing 107,760 km (approximately 62,000 miles.

While it has been off the road since 2020 and requires some light recommissioning, it runs and drives, presenting a fantastic opportunity for enthusiasts looking to own a piece of military history with the potential for further.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1988
Originally made for the Ministry of Defence
Reworked in 2007 as part of the Tithonus project
Sold to civilian use in 2012
Off the road since 2020
Offered without current MOT
V5C present
Only 107,760 km (approximately 62,000 miles)

The Condition

The alloy bodywork appears in commendably straight for its age and vehicle type
Military-type Wolf hard top and external storage boxes fitted
Equipped with inner and outer roll bars
Factory-correct steel wheels
The paint has accrued a rich patina which some may wish to preserve
There is corrosion evident to the chassis and running gear as the photos show in detail
The rear door frame is heavily corroded at the bottom - a common weak spot
highly original interior with military-grade fittings still in place
The cabin would benefit from a deep clean, but the upholstery looks in good order

The Mechanics

2.5-litre four-cylinder NA diesel
Five-speed manual gearbox
Equipped with low-range and four-wheel-drive
Runs and drives, though off the road since 2020
The vendor recommends some recommissioning and the car will require MOT before resuming on-road use

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