16 Services completed plus lots of additional work and maintenance
Drives well with plenty of power
Please note: the registration F18ASM is not included in the sale, and the Land Rover will be returned to its 2001 registration prior to collection
The Appeal
It’s interesting to note that up to the launch of the Discovery in 1989, Land Rover made only one model in 90 or 110 guise, and it became necessary to introduce the Defender name to differentiate it from its new stable mate.
Renowned throughout the world, and often imitated, the various versions of the original Land Rover have now attained legendary status, and rightly so. Still employed as farm vehicles, military transport, family wagons and rugged off road transport all over the world they are as popular as ever.
Bought by the Seller from his employer, he knows the Land Rover well having worked on it whilst they owned it. It was given a fresh coat of paint in 2020, and was driven occasionally until he bought it in 2020. Since then he has covered a further 16,000 miles whilst adding a host of upgrades to improve the power.
The TD5 10p engine was swapped for a later and more dependable TD5 15p engine in March 2023 when it was also treated to Stage 3 ECU tuning. Recently the front brakes have been replaced along with the rear shock absorbers.
History and Paperwork
First registered in March 2001
Owned by NPS Engineering as 2nd Owner, who carried out much of the upgrade work
Purchased by the Seller, the 3rd owner in November 2020, whilst working for NPS
V5c In Seller’s name
MoT valid to August 2024
Full Service book with 15 stamps, plus three further service invoices
Large folder of invoices for various mechanical upgrades
Engine upgraded from 10p to 15p in March 2023
Repainted in its original Epsom Green with black roof, sills and grille in 2020
Original Land Rover Owner’s pack
Two keys with immobiliser remotes
The Interior
Full 9 seater interior in acceptable condition
Seats reupholstered with Exmoor “Techno” pattern fabric
Floor covered with thick Land Rover rubber floor mats over original carpet
Roof lining removed and cleaned in 2020
Kenwood radio with CD/MP3 and phone connectivity (original L-R item available)
Factory fitted manual sunroof
Original Land Rover steering wheel showing some wear
All gauges, instruments and switchgear appear to function correctly
Overall the interior is in used but tidy condition with no major issues
The Exterior
Attractive Epsom Green paint in good overall condition (repainted in 2020)
Small stone chips on bonnet and front bumper, other minor marks on most panels
Minor paint blistering along base of offside rear door
All glass and light lenses in great condition
16 inch BOOST diamond cut wheels in good condition, with locking nuts and key
General Grabber TR off road tyres, lightly worn, plus unused spare
Mantec rear door mounted swing-out spare wheel carrier
Mantec wading snorkel
Adjustable towbar with 7 pin electrics
LED lights with high output headlights
Full length roof rack with luggage mesh
Correct Land Rover badging and trim in good condition
Additional Alive Tuning logos
The registration F18ASM is not included in the sale, and the Land Rover will be returned to its 2001 registration prior to collection
The Mechanics
Recently (March 2023) upgraded to 2.5 litre TD5 15p engine, now with 200bhp and 370Nm of torque
Upgraded gearbox from Ashcroft Transmissions with taller V8 fifth gear
Original TD5 10p engine replaced with stronger 15p engine at time of service March 23 £2,936, just 3,000 miles since
New Front brake pads, discs and calipers plus hub seals 6/23 £1,376
Rear shock absorbers replaced 7/23
Tidy underneath, chassis and floor Lanoguard treated in July 2023
Clean and presentable engine bay
Excellent service history with 18 services performed
Drives well with no issues and plenty of power
Summary
Now offering a great deal more than it did when first built, including an extra 65bhp and a load more torque, this smart TD5 wants for nothing. Driving well with solid history of regular servicing we think this Land Rover has everything going for it.
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