Description
This is a 1987 Land Rover Defender 110, ex-Singapore Army, and now fully UK registered with valid MOT. It is one of five military-spec soft top Defenders recently imported into the UK. All five vehicles are Right-Hand Drive, powered by the bulletproof 2. 5L naturally aspirated diesel (12J engine), and feature the reliable LT77 5-speed manual gearbox with high/ low transfer box.
Originally serving in the Singapore Armed Forces, these Land Rovers were never exposed to salted roads, meaning the chassis and bulkhead are in outstanding condition compared to UK-based vehicles of the same era. Each unit retains its original military configuration – including canvas soft top, minimal electronics, and heavy-duty construction.
Key details:
UK V5 present and in seller’s name
MOT valid (dates vary by unit, all current)
Engine and chassis numbers match
Mechanically sound and running well
Starts easily, drives without issue
4WD system works as it should
These vehicles have been kept in military use for decades, so paint and bodywork show signs of utility and authenticity. Some light marks and scratches consistent with age and service history are visible. Canvas tops are intact, but may show age-related wear. Interiors are functional and minimalist, as expected from military spec.
Great base for an overland build, event vehicle, off-grid camper conversion, or preserved classic. No electronics to fail, no ECUs to worry about — just a solid Defender built to serve.
Multiple vehicles available. Viewings welcome. This Defender is the real deal — a genuine ex-military workhorse, not a civilian copy dressed up to look rugged. It’s from a tropical climate, so the metalwork is in great shape. You get that iconic Defender profile with the added authenticity of a military backstory.
What makes it special is the simplicity and toughness: no electronics, no frills, just pure mechanical reliability. It’s one of the few remaining classics that you can work on yourself, drive across a field, or turn into something epic — whether that’s an overlander, a beach truck, or a farm vehicle.
I imported five of these because they’re increasingly rare, especially in Right-Hand Drive and with such clean chassis. This is the kind of vehicle that turns heads, earns respect from fellow enthusiasts, and will only grow in value with time.
