Highlights
- Extensive restoration completed in 2021-2022 by renowned Land Rover specialist Leithen Land Rover
- £10,000 spent on mechanical restoration and parts
- Only four former registered keepers
- Desirable Epsom Green metallic (961) paintwork
- Gravi Guard Upol 10 applied to the chassis, costing £600
- Always dry-stored when not in use
- 'DEF' registration included in the sale
- No MOT advisories
The Appeal
Defenders are hard-working vehicles, so it's pleasing to find one that's enjoying its well-earned retirement following a high-end professional restoration. This 2002 Defender 90 County TD5 has been subject to an extensive rebuild carried out by renowned specialist Leithen Land Rover. Finished to the highest standard in Epsom Green metallic (961), it remains in lovely condition as a testament to the quality of the work it has received.
This highly specced Defender gained all new doors, not just the skins, and it now boasts Evo 2 chrome LED headlights, front and Rear LED courtesy lights, Exmoor trim seats, NAS style towbar upgrade, and Gravi Guard Upol 10 corrosion protection has been applied to the chassis. Modern conveniences include heated front seats, electric windows and central locking, all of which are in working order according to the vendor. The car comes with £10,000 worth of invoices for mechanical restoration and parts, further exemplifying just how much attention the Defender has received during recent years. Following a recent full service, and with advisory-free MOT until October 2025, this much-loved Landy is ready to enjoy.
This highly specced Defender gained all new doors, not just the skins, and it now boasts Evo 2 chrome LED headlights, front and Rear LED courtesy lights, Exmoor trim seats, NAS style towbar upgrade, and Gravi Guard Upol 10 corrosion protection has been applied to the chassis. Modern conveniences include heated front seats, electric windows and central locking, all of which are in working order according to the vendor. The car comes with £10,000 worth of invoices for mechanical restoration and parts, further exemplifying just how much attention the Defender has received during recent years. Following a recent full service, and with advisory-free MOT until October 2025, this much-loved Landy is ready to enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- Four former registered keepers
- Current MOT valid until 14th October 2025
- Comprehensive service file with well-organised documentation
- 125,956 miles
- £10,000 in invoices for mechanical restoration and parts
- Restoration completed by Leithen Land Rover, a renowned Land Rover specialist
- 'M88 DEF' number plate remains with the vehicle
- Complete history of MOT certificates
- Recent service recorded including full gearbox service
The Condition
- Finished in Epsom Green metallic (961) paintwork that presents well
- Complete nut and bolt restoration in 2021-2022 including all new doors (not just skins)
- Solid body and underside following the restoration
- Chassis protected with Gravi Guard Upol 10 treatment at a cost of £600
- Upgraded with Exmoor Trim seats front and rear
- Heated front seats
- Electric windows in working order
- Functioning central locking system
- All gauges and electrical systems operational, including heaters
- Front and rear LED courtesy lights
- Upgraded with Evo 2 chrome LED headlights
- NAS style towbar upgrade
- Always dry stored when not in use
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre 5-cylinder turbodiesel TD5 engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Recent full service, including gearbox
- New starter motor fitted in November 2024 at a cost of £222
- Comprehensive mechanical overhaul of transmission and differentials with service invoices to verify
- £10,000 spent on mechanical restoration and parts during the 2021-2022 restoration
- All mechanical systems reportedly in good working order
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