If there is any car that needs no introduction, it’s the Land Rover Defender. A staple of the British countryside and with worldwide renown for its rugged capabilities the Defender has become a true automotive legend. And with good reason; offering superb practicality with rugged looks and performance to match, the Defender’s reputation is well deserved.
This 110 Defender has the venerable TD5 engine, often regarded as Land Rovers best engine and having been with the same owner from new it’s mechanical condition appears to be excellent. The vendor used this Defender for his landscaping business and has panelled with ply and added wire mesh to the rear windows and between the load area and the cab, this alongside the tow hitch make this Defender a highly practical choice. Whilst the invoices for servicing do not come with the vehicle it does have all of the MOT history along with detailed hand written logs of all of the miles it has covered and any servicing work carried out. Even a quick look on the underside shows the care and attention it’s received during its service and with the only modification being a replacement steering wheel it offers a superb combination of condition and originality.
The History and Paperwork
V5 present and correct
MOT to January 2025
Previous MOT certificates
Detailed hand written logs of the mileage and servicing
Some service stamps
Owners manual
Two sets of keys
The Condition
Epsom Green metallic paintwork in good overall condition with some age related wear
Bodywork in very good condition
All of the wheels are in good condition with hand-painted white finish
Centre seat fitted in the cab
Original centre storage box is included with the car
Interior in good overall condition
Drivers seat has a tear - owner is providing a replacement cover with the car
Load area is plywood lined on the sides
Mesh fitted to the rear windows and between the cab and load area
Dashboard, dials and control all present well
Tow hitch
The Mechanics
Superb TD5 engine
The owner reports that the car drives very well with no known faults
Starts easily and idles perfectly
Engine and engine bay present very well
Underside appears to be in superb condition
All of the visible mechanical components present superbly
Chassis appears to be in excellent condition
Underside has been undersealed for added protection
Overall mechanical presentation of this Defender is excellent throughout
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2003 Land Rover Defender 110 Td5
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