Defender 130 info needed

[Rob]

Hello everyone

I am preparing to get ICBC classic car registration for my 130. This 130 was built as a single cab and chassis model. My challenge is likely going to be proving that the aftermarket tipper installed on the truck is era correct and a common application for the vehicle. I believe rover did publish documentation showing the 130 cab/chassis model and also describe common adaptations for the truck. I can't find anything online so I wonder if anyone here might have leads on any sort of supporting documents I might be able to use to support my ICBC application? Any leads would be appreciated.

Cheers, Rob

[LandyAndy]

What do you mean era correct ? LR's have been fitted for years with all manner of tipper bodies.... google LR 130 tipper & you get loads of pic's of numerous variants & tipper types. I'd just print a good selection of pic's out & take them with you. You could also see if there are any more on UK Ebay for sale... print out those auction pic's etc. as evidence.

[red90]

What do you mean era correct ?

He is trying to get Classic Car registration. I believe they are very picky about it being factory original spec.

[LandyAndy]

What do you mean era correct ?

He is trying to get Classic Car registration. I believe they are very picky about it being factory original spec.

Argh, I see...... Best option might be to post on LRUK and see if anyone has a similar vintage 130 with a tipper body that looks the same as his. They might even know the manufacturer or still have a model type / date plate on it, esp if it was a factory or dealer option.

[Rob]

Thanks for the replies and PMs... I found some on-line images of a Land Rover publication showing a variety of 130 body styles including a tipper that looks similiar to mine so hopefully ICBC will agree mine is era correct and grant the classic car status.

Cheers, Rob