Description
KEY FACTS
• This Land Rover Defender 90 is a supremely capable British off-roading icon, in highly specified ‘Autobiography’ guise and featuring a selection of aftermarket upgrades.
• It is powered by a turbocharged 2. 2-litre inline-four diesel, delivering 148bhp and 295lb-ft of torque to all four wheels through a six-speed manual transmission.
• This Defender 90 Autobiography has covered just 25, 001 miles from new.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
• Three special editions were released to mark the end of Defender production: 600 Adventure editions, 400 Heritage editions, and just 100 Autobiography examples.
• The Autobiography was released as a more comfortable and powerful flagship Defender, and features twin-tone bodywork, silver exterior handles, a luxurious extended leather cabin, an enhanced engine tune, LED projector headlights, ‘Sawtooth’ wheels, and privacy glass.
• This example is finished in twin-tone Santorini Black and blue, and the cabin is trimmed in black and ivory leather.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch duo-tone wheels, fitted with BF Goodrich tyres.
• Equipment includes LED exterior lighting, heated front seats, air conditioning, and electric front windows.
• An upgraded audio system has been fitted, which comprises a Land Rover Classic Infotainment System with satellite navigation, Morel Hybrid 3-way and 2-way speakers, two Audison amplifiers, and a JL Audio subwoofer.
• Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack and various invoices and MOT certificates.
Modifications:
Over £35k spent
Land Rover Classic infotainment system
Morel Hybrid 3-way and 2-way speakers
2x Audison Amplifiers
JL Audio subwoofer
Soundproofing to floor, doors, headlining, rear trims and bonnet
Custom leather centre console
Suspension upgrade (Bilstein dampers, Eibach springs, uprated rear anti-roll bar, upgraded bushes)
Twisted stainless-steel exhaust
K&N air filter
Brake upgrade (Brembo pads, vented discs)
Lanoguard treatment
Back-to-black rust treatment paint
ORE spare wheel carrier
Genuine Land Rover 18-inch Sawtooth wheels (replacing 16-inch wheels originally fitted)
CONDITION
• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a few blemishes on the A-pillars.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 28 May 2025 at 23, 377 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass.
SERVICE HISTORY
• The car was last serviced in March 2025 at 22, 990 miles by Hillington MOT Centre, who renewed the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, pollen filter, fuel filter, and battery.
• Prior to this, Hillington MOT Centre carried out a service in August 2021 at 14, 908 miles.
• Hillington MOT Centre also performed the previous service in August 2020 at 9, 801 miles.
Dates and mileage:
Jun 2015 - PDI - Grange Jaguar (evidenced)
Aug 2016 - 1, 669 miles - Grange Jaguar (evidenced)
Apr 2019 - 5, 106 miles - Pentland Land Rover (evidenced)
Aug 2020 - 9, 801 miles - Hillington MOT Centre (evidenced)
Aug 2021 - 14, 908 miles - Hillington MOT Centre (evidenced)
Mar 2025 - 22, 990 miles - Hillington MOT Centre (evidenced)
SUMMARY
The Land Rover Defender 90 Autobiography is a rare and highly sought-after special-edition variant of the celebrated off-roader, offering a unique blend of rugged capability and luxurious options. This particular example has been carefully enhanced with a well-chosen selection of aftermarket upgrades, and has covered relatively few miles from new. It would make for an exciting and characterful companion for any enthusiast seeking a capable modern classic 4x4, ready for both adventurous excursions and comfortable cruising.
