1993 Land Rover Defender 110 LHD

Highlights

  • Completely rebuilt from the ground up
  • Absolutely superb condition 
  • Fantastic investment opportunity
  • Export ready

The Appeal

Hardly in need of an introduction, the Land Rover Defender 110 has gained a near-legendary reputation over the years. It’s a platform known for its dependability, practicality, and robust potential, with incredible popularity for both civilian and specialized use. In recent years, the demand for tidy examples has absolutely skyrocketed, leaving collectors and enthusiasts forever on the search for the right vehicle. 

The search, however, ends right here. This LHD Land Rover Defender 110 is an absolutely stunning example of the off-roader we all love and deserves to be considered by all. The vehicle has been rebuilt from the ground up, and now presents itself as perhaps one of the finest examples to be found in today’s market. 
As builds of this quality are seldom seen, this presents an incredible opportunity to secure yourself an incredible Land Rover Defender 110, that will leave absolutely nothing to be further desired. 

The History and Paperwork

  • USA & Europe exportable
  • Tenerife import (Spanish registered)
  • Total frame-off rebuild
  • No expense spared
  • Heritage certificate present
  • Original chassis with matching numbers
Originally registered on the 4th of June 1993, this Fuji White Defender 110 has undoubtedly been enjoyed over the years. The vehicle spent a considerable amount of its life in Tenerife, subsequently benefitting from the dry climate and being spared from the corrosion-promoting environments. 
After living an easy life in the sun, the vehicle was imported to the UK in 2019 to begin its complete rebuild, courtesy of the current keeper. With tremendous experience and expertise working with Land Rovers, the current owner ensured no expense was spared throughout the rebuild process, as proven by the extensive paperwork and as detailed in the “Mechanics” section below. 
As part of the rebuild, this Defender was treated to a total frame-off strip down, a blasted and epoxy-painted chassis, endless new hardware, and new/rebuilt components all around. It also deserves to be noted that the vehicle was rebuilt to the factory specs and tolerances wherever possible, using the correct strength bolts and fasteners. As the vehicle is now presented in the originally specified colour, with its original chassis, and with matching numbers all around, this presents a superb investment opportunity. 

Very few vehicles are presented in such incredible condition, making this a very rare and desirable opportunity. 

It’s also ready to register in the UK with all import paperwork and 12 month MOT. The registration process is take approximately 10 days with a small fee for the registration process, plus road tax. 

It’s USA export ready with original All numbers matching, and with the matching heritage certificate. 

The Interior

  • All new Exmoor interior with G4 pattern
  • Heated Elite Sports front seats with lumbar support
  • Six rear high back seats
  • Premier carpet kit and mats
  • New Exmoor metal lock-box with USB port
  • New Exmoor seat risers
  • 2 new Exmoor front seat belts 
  • 6 new retractable Exmoor rear belts
  • Dynamat sound deadening
  • Leather-covered dashboard & door cards
  • Leather steering wheel, gear gaiter & door handles
  • Aluminium door & dashboard trim
  • Aluminium gear selector and handbrake lever 
  • New dash with a new temp gauge, fuel gauge, speedo, clock, cigar lighter, and rev counter
  • New dash switches & stalks
  • New Puma ignition & matching door locks
  • New Exmoor acoustic rubber matting
  • Safety Devices roll cage
  • Fully Raptor lined white rear tub, seat box, and floor panels
  • New Mohair soft top with green tinted windows
  • Loxx black body fasteners
As you would expect given the extensive list above, the interior of this Defender is a truly comfortable, well-equipped, and pleasant space to be in. With two heated Elite Sports seats up front and 6 belted folding high back seats in the rear, it's also an incredibly practical interior, with seating for 8. Having hardly been sat in, all seats are of course in pristine condition. 
There’s also a new leather-covered dashboard to marvel at, which is fitted with a host of new gauges, dials, and controls. All instruments and controls are of course in full working order, and show no wear to any of the contact points. The leather trim extends to the door cards, which reflect a similar condition, also sporting new door handles. 
You’ll also find new Premier carpeting & mats, along with Exmoor acoustic rubber matting in the rear. These pair well with Dynamat sound deadening to ensure a cabin free from most road noise, as well as insulation for any colder weather the vehicle may see. 
With far more comforts and subtle styling improvements over its original form, this Defender now shows off one of the finest interiors you could wish for. 

The Exterior

  • New LED lights
  • Satin Bronze powder-coated grilles, bumper & chequer plate
  • New Mohair soft top with green tinted windows
  • Loxx black body fasteners
  • Full-length side steps
  • New XS front grille and light surrounds
  • New XS Gloss Black vents, lettering, external door handles & mirrors
  • New PCT tow hitch and electrics
  • New front bumper with integrated lights
  • New galvanized genuine Land Rover bulkhead
  • New genuine Land Rover front wings
  • New genuine Land Rover steel Puma bonnet
  • New genuine Land Rover steel Puma doors (with new internals, latches, glass, tracks etc)
  • Blasted and epoxy-painted chassis
  • 5 New 18 inch Sawtooth alloy wheels powder coated in Satin Bronze
  • 5 New Rugged Terrain Patriot LT285 60 R18 tyres
Yet to actually see the road, this freshly rebuilt Defender looks absolutely fantastic, and shows off a host of highly desirable new components. The current keeper has also chosen a rather subtle, yet attractive colour combination for the vehicle, combining the crisp Fuji White paintwork with Satin Bronze details & wheels. 
Expectedly, the white paintwork presents itself superbly, with no noticeable flaws. The white does of course extend to the underside of the body, which looks as fresh and crisp as ever, with shiny new hardware as far as the eye can see. 
Further complementing the white paintwork is a new set of 18” Sawtooth alloy wheels, finished in Satin Bronze to suit the chequer plate details. The wheels are of course in faultless condition, suit the vehicle perfectly and show off a matching set of Patriot R/T tyres. As the still-present tyre sticker reflects, these tyres are yet to see action and offer plenty of tread to enjoy.
The new Mohair soft top fits over the top of the Safety Devices roll cage and frame perfectly, offering plenty of options to roll up the sides & rear. The Mohair is of course in perfect condition, and secures to the Loxx fasteners faultlessly. 
All other trim components, LED lights and details are also in perfect condition, leaving nothing to be further desired. As the multiple included photographs will show, the bonnet chequer plate trim pieces are yet to be mounted, and will be included for the new owner to fit as they please. 

The Mechanics

  • Completely rebuilt, using factory tolerances and correct strength hardware
  • Rebuilt Defender 200tdi engine by Road and Rally, using the original block
  • Rebuilt LT77S five-speed gearbox by Ashcroft Transmissions  
  • New chassis wiring loom by Sparks
  • New Polyurethane bushings all around
  • New Terrafirma Shocks and Springs
  • New Terrafirma HD steering arms and damper 
  • Rebuilt Bosch VE fuel bump by Darwen Diesels with new Bosch injectors
  • New HD Drilled and vented brake disks 
  • New Turbo using 11 blade titanium cartridge for faster spooling by Turbo Rebuilds  
  • New exhaust, brackets and fittings
  • New radiator, header tank, hose, oil cooler, and intercooler
  • New Prop Shafts 
  • Syncro Gearbox Slickshift kit installed for a flawless short select gear change 
  • New HD Clutch with Puma spring-assisted clutch box for lighter action
  • New 4 bolt Steering Box
  • New Fuel Tank, sender unit, fuel lines, filler pipe, and wiring 
  • New ancillaries, water pump, belt, tensioner, power steering pump, alternator by Lucas
  • Rebuilt transfer case with extra-large Finned oil pan using 1.22:1 Ratio for better road driving by Ashcroft Transmissions
  • New brake servo, master cylinder, and lines
  • Rebult original front axle case with new diffs, HD drive shafts, HD drive shaft members, stub axles, C.V joints, Corteco seals, gaskets & Timken bearings
  • New front brake discs, calipers, pads, all brake lines & stainless brake hoses
  • Rebuilt original Salsbury rear axle case with factory build tag, rebuild using new crown wheel and pinion, new spider gears and shims, new HD drive shafts, HD driveshaft members, Corteco seals & Timken bearings
  • Rear brake disk conversion
It should be evident by now that no expense has been spared with this rebuild, especially within the mechanics department.
For starters, the vehicle boasts its original engine block, which has since been rebuilt with all new internals & ancillaries and now pairs with a freshly rebuilt LT77S five-speed. Feeding the 200 TDI is an upgraded Garrett turbo, fitted with a new 11-blade titanium turbine for faster spooling. 
In the brakes department, there are new front calipers, discs, pads, and stainless hoses. The rear has also been converted to disc brakes, and there are new brake lines throughout. All 4 calipers have been finished in a tasteful shade of gold, which looks fantastic against the wheels, and shiny new hardware on the underside. 
The vehicle sits on a new set of Terrafirma shocks and springs, with Polyurethane bushes all around. The underside also showcases fully rebuilt axles with new gears, drive shafts, drive shaft members, bearings and seals. The transfer case also received its fair share of love throughout the rebuild, and now features a 1.22:1 ratio, courtesy of Ashcroft Transmissions. 

As the vehicle has been fully rebuilt to the highest standards, it should come as no surprise that the vehicle now performs without a single known fault. The vehicle now has a completely new lease on life, and will no doubt perform admirably for many years to come, greatly benefitting from the aforementioned upgrades. 

Summary

This Defender 110 offers a fantastic opportunity to obtain a fully rebuilt example of the legendary Land Rover, packed to the brim with upgrades and rebuilt components. No expense has been spared with this vehicle, with considerable cost and attention spent on the exterior, interior, underside, mechanics, and details. 
The vehicle now presents itself in pristine condition, and will no doubt make a fantastic addition to anyone’s collection. As opportunities such as this seldom occur, this is certainly a vehicle not to be passed upon. 

The vehicle is physically located in Preston, northern England, UK. It’s export ready for Europe and is still on its original Tenerife registration where it was a one owner vehicle from new.

It’s also ready to register in the UK with all import paperwork and 12 month mot. The registration process is approximately 10 days in the UK - The fee for DVLA is £55.00 for the registration process, plus road tax.

It’s USA export ready with original All numbers matching, and with the matching heritage certificate.


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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1993
  • Make Land Rover
  • Model Defender 110 LHD
  • Colour White
  • Odometer 0
  • Engine size 2495
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Preston
  • Location Lancashire
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
16 bids
  • To•••• £58,000 04/12/22
  • be•••• £57,500 04/12/22
  • se•••• £56,500 04/12/22
  • To•••• £56,000 04/12/22
  • be•••• £55,000 04/12/22
  • se•••• £54,000 04/12/22
  • To•••• £53,500 04/12/22
  • se•••• £53,000 04/12/22
  • fa•••• £52,500 04/12/22
  • To•••• £49,500 01/12/22
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