As you probably know, the Land Rover is considered to be one of the best off-road vehicles and has earned its place as an iconic 4x4 worldwide. Launched in 1990, the Defender was an improved version of the Series III Land Rover. Fitted with a new engine, improved styling, and a more comfortable interior, the Defender 90 was born.
Still as popular as ever, the Defender 90 continued where the Series III left off, being a traditional tough all-terrain 4x4 vehicle which continued to be produced for another 26 years. One of the last models produced was the XS model, which has become highly desirable to many 4x4 and Defender enthusiasts, and it's easy to see why.
This fine 2014 example has just one previous keeper. It comes with an excellent service history and has been well cared for, as you can see. There have also been some worthwhile improvements carried out, which include a remap, uprated suspension, and a fully sound-proofed interior. The vendor reports the vehicle has only been used for light off-road use up and down farm tracks within his seven-year ownership. It is also said to have had no expense spared in the maintenance department, ensuring everything is always working correctly.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
The V5C is present and shows one previous keeper
Registered on the 4th March 2014
MOT is valid until the 23rd October 2023
Vendor has advised that a new MOT will be applied prior to sale completion
Extensive paperwork history for servicing and parts purchased
THE INTERIOR
The original seats are in excellent condition with no real signs of wear
Door cards are in good order with no scuffs or damage
Seat risers fitted
The dashboard is free from any splits or cracks
The instruments are working correctly, with no warning lights present when the Defender is running
The odometer shows a reading of 108,584 miles
All of the switchgear is reported by the vendor to work correctly
Alpine Bluetooth head unit fitted
Mud Stuff lockable centre console
The headlining in the front and rear is clean and tidy
The rubber floor matting has a small amount of wear to the driver's side in keeping with the vehicle's mileage
A full sound-deadening kit has been fitted
Mud Stuff interior side panels give extra soundproofing and netted storage areas
Rubber matting fitted to the cargo area
The car is fitted with a cruise control kit
THE EXTERIOR
Finished in Aintree Green Metallic
The paintwork is excellent with a minimal amount of chips to mention
The bodywork is in good order with no dings or dents to point out, and the panel gaps align well
All of the lights have been replaced with LED units. The original lights are included
The headlights are in good order, with no cracks in the lenses. There is a small amount of surface corrosion to the outer bezel
The Winchmax front bumper has a small amount of surface corrosion, as do the LED bumper light surrounds
The Winchmax winch is capable of pulling 5,900kgs
Chequer plate wing tops fitted and finished in black
There is a very small amount of corrosion started around the windscreen, which is quite common on Defenders
Heated door mirrors
Glyn Evans 4x4 front and rear wheel arch kit
Side steps fitted
Rear work lights fitted, ideal for reversing or hitching a trailer when it is dark
The rear LED lights are in good condition
Corner bumpers have been fitted to the rear
Land Rover mudflaps are in good condition
The five-spoke alloy wheels are in good condition with no corrosion to the faces
30mm wheel spacers have been added to improve the Defenders stance
The tyres are matching BF Goodrich All-Terrain and have a good amount of tread remaining
THE MECHANICS
2.2 litre turbo diesel
The Defender benefits from a JE Engineering remap, which produces 185bhp, giving improved midrange power and better fuel economy
There are no issues reported with the running of the Defender
The six-speed manual gearbox has a smooth change
A JE Engineering handling kit has been installed, which included
New springs
Gas shock absorbers
Anti-roll bars
JE Engineering steering guard
The chassis has been treated to a full coating in Waxoyl
Cross-drilled discs have been fitted to improve braking performance, and the Land Rover comes to a stop in a straight line
Vendor has advised that a new MOT will be applied prior to sale completion
SUMMARY
A much loved British Icon of the 4x4 world. The 2014 Defender 90 XS Hard Top looks to be an honest 4x4 with a few well-chosen and well-executed upgrades and comes with an excellent service history and just one previous keeper.
Being the XS Hard Top version, this legendary 4x4 is going to be an excellent purchase for the next custodian
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