Highlights
- One previously documented owner from new
- In current ownership for 14 years
- Over £14,000 spent over the last 7 years
The Appeal
The Land Rover brand is synonymous with an enviable pedigree and a supreme capability of dealing with almost any off-road conditions. The introduction of the Defender 110 Station Wagon in 1990 did much to strengthen the range, by offering a practical long-wheel base five-door, catering for a multi-occupant sector. With its roots firmly evident, the new generation of Defenders underwent continuous development and updates but never lost its authenticity. Fitting into the categories of both a workhorse and a people carrier, the Td5 version of the 110-wheel-base Land Rover is ably powered by the flexible 2.5-litre turbo diesel engine, the last of the Land-Rover-designed and built engines.
With just one registered keeper under its belt, this 1999 Defender 110 County Td5 has also seen extensive spending over the last 7 years, including £14,000 worth of mechanical, interior and chassis work. Fitted with bench seats in the luggage area, it can take on 12 passengers and thanks to its Safari Roof rack, provide plenty of space for their luggage too. It has been used and enjoyed by its current owner for an impressive 14 years and comes with a good service record with the most recent one being carried out just last month. It is sold with 2 keys and an MOT for a full year.
The History and Paperwork
- V5c present
- First registered in November 1999
- Supplied new by Trinity Motors, Hinckley
- Just one previous keeper
- Current keeper since 2009, covering only around 19,000 miles since then
- Owners handbook
- Service portfolio present with 8 stamps
- Miscellaneous invoices including one for £11,000 with Nene Overland in 2019 on an extensive mechanical/interior/chassis overhaul
- Very recent service
- Two keys
- MOT to August 2024
- Consistently stored in dry and secured storage since 2009
- Originally used for towing pony boxes, rather than off-roading pursuits
- Now being sold due to lack of use
The Interior
- 12 seater
- Cabin well presented
- Comfy Exmoor trimmed front seats in excellent condition
- Middle front seat
- The rear seat fabric is intact, with light damage noted on the backs
- Carpets are a little grubby but complete
- Minor dampness noted in driver's footwell
- The dashboard is in good shape, with a few marks but free of cracks
- Switches intact - all are said to work
- Bluetooth USB Pioneer stereo installed
- Dials all legible
- Controls and Steering wheel commensurate with the age of the car
- Theft-deterrent ‘kill switch’ installed
- Door cards clean with light marks
- Headlining is free of damage and just needs a good scrub
- Boot liner shows wear, otherwise boot area free of damage
- The rear load area is fitted with side-mounted bench seats with seatbelts
The Exterior
- Chassis, outriggers and cross-members all in solid condition
- New back chassis fitted in 2016
- Chassis and underside Waxoyled in 2019
- Front bulkhead seemingly sound but with some corrosion to the interior top section - please see interior dashboard shots
- Recently replaced front and rear bumpers
- Tow bar and electrics
- Passenger side steps and Safari roof rack fitted
- The exterior is well presented, with a minor dent noted on the nearside front wing corner
- Corrosion on the bottom of both rear passenger doors
- Panel fit decent with equal shut lines
- The rear nearside passenger door cannot be opened from the outside, appears to be a catch issue
- All other doors open and close with ease
- Decent door seals throughout
- The door hinges were replaced in 2019
- Caledonian Blue paint has a consistent coverage
- White roof finish
- Typical age-related surface marks noted on paint lustre
- Glass in good shape
- The windscreen seal mildly perished, the rest of the glass seals are good
- Sunroof
- Trim intact, with mild signs of fade on plastic headlamp housing and grill
- Body-coloured arch extensions
- Chequer plate wing tops
- Lights and lenses intact, rear lenses slightly matted
- Ring spotlights
- Nearside rear mudflap missing
- The rear bicycle mount included
- The BF Goodrich tyres have not done more than 3,000 miles. All are in very good shape with straight steel wheels
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre Turbocharged diesel inline-four engine
- Extensive mechanical overhaul carried out just 3,000 miles ago
- 2019 work includes:
- ECU and stage 1 re-map
- New air flow meter
- New Housing fuel filter
- New 1.2 gear set transfer case
- New Swivel kit
- Wiring loom
- Radiator assembly
- Front shock turrets
- Drive and half shafts
- New rear brake discs, pads and pipes
- Starts and idles without any issues with no observations of dashboard warning lights
- Transmission is said to operate perfectly in both high and low range
- The vendor reports the car to drive very well with no known issues and has been very reliable
- Recent service, new fuel pump and pipes
- The fuel tank was stripped out and cleaned
- A defender jack is included
Summary
Best described as an unstoppable hardcore off-roader that can seat 12, the Land Rover badge says everything about this well-cared-for example. With its reputation and rock-solid residuals assured, this Defender still cuts an impressive figure. There’s evidence of maintenance, good servicing records and decades of sympathetic storage, so this immensely practical and versatile machine is certain to tick all the boxes for someone looking for a capable off-roader with bags of character.
Notice to bidders
This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only. Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.
UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
A non-refundable buyer’s deposit is payable on this item, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for the applicable percentage.
All bidding, buying and offers are subject to our Terms and Conditions.
