Considerable refurbishment carried out over the past year in collaboration with leading Land Rover specialists for a YouTube series
Incorporates over £12,000 of recent upgrades
Dry-stored since new and used only to transport passengers to and from a hot air balloon
Advisory-free MOT valid until 7th December 2024
The Appeal
Among the greatest perks of Land Rover ownership is the sheer size of the enthusiast community. Parts support is unrivalled and there’s a veritable army of skilled specialists and knowledgeable owners willing to lend a helping hand.
This extensively refurbished 1999 Defender 110 County is the product of what the Land Rover community can create. Over the past year, its owners collaborated with the likes of Exmoor Trim, Mantec, Optimal and YRM, upgrading the Defender significantly while ensuring it remains true to the brand’s heritage. It now incorporates a raft of discreetly fitted modern luxuries, making this a Defender that could readily be driven every day - even performing well on the motorway thanks to copious additional sound proofing.
They started with a good example too, as this Land Rover has reportedly been dry-stored from new, used only to transport passengers to and from a hot air balloon! For those seeking a well-sorted Defender 110 that benefits from numerous sympathetic upgrades, this would be a fantastic candidate.
The History and Paperwork
Just three former registered keepers
Reportedly dry-stored since new
187,000 miles indicated
MOT valid until 7th December 2024
UK-supplied right-hand drive example in desirable ‘County’ trim
Subject to extensive refurbishment over the past years, documented on YouTube
The Condition
Straight “Birmabright” alloy bodywork with smart white paintwork
Original-looking and well-presented chassis
New rear crossmember fitted during the refurbishment - reportedly the only remedial chassis work required
Stainless hardware has been used wherever possible during the refurbishment to ensure its longevity against the elements
3 mm wing top chequer plate and heavy-duty one-piece side sills have also been fitted
Heated windscreen using a genuine Land Rover seal
Exmoor Trim front heated seats with lumbar support - (matching second row seats)
Heated wing mirrors
Additional security with full CNC door hinges
One piece security rear glass and a one-piece fixed security sunroof
Acoustic matting fitted
LED lighting throughout
Also fitted is a Mantec rear wheel carrier, Mantec raised air intake and a Mantec front steering guard
The front has been enhanced with a ‘Heritage’-style grille and light surrounds
Genuine military bumper featuring a discreet towing pin (which supports the front number plate)
The second row doors have been replaced with fully galvanised units, and professionally repainted and rebuilt using all-new trim kits
The cabin features a lockable hidden storage tray under the metal cubby box and the dash has also been re-trimmed
New leather steering wheel, aluminium gear knobs, new pedal rubbers, new genuine rubber mats, new second-row door latches
All new CNC hinges and door handles
Gas-assisted rear door strut
Stainless steel rear threshold
New front seat belts
New front vent flaps with stainless steel pins
New wipers all-round
The Mechanics
Powered by the venerable 2,495 cc TD5 engine
Five-speed manual gearbox
Equipped with low-range and four-wheel drive
Gear changes are improved with a slick-shift conversion
Wolf wheels provide a wider track with Mantec wheel spacers
All Terrain tyres fitted and reportedly in good condition
The vendor reports that it performs well on the road, even at motorway speeds
We’re informed that the TD5 starts readily and runs well with no untoward noises or apparent issues
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1999 Land Rover Defender 110 County TD5
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