The vendor states the chassis is in very good condition, having been undersealed recently
The Appeal
A Land Rover Ninety pickup in 300 TDI-converted form is one of the most desirable configurations among Land Rover enthusiasts. The 300 TDI is widely regarded as one of the best engine swaps for these vehicles, offering strong torque, proven reliability, and relative simplicity: all qualities that make for a genuinely usable working classic.
This 1985 example has been built with serious off-road intent. A 2-inch lift kit, upgraded shocks, 35-inch tyres, rock sliders, and a side-exit exhaust for improved ground clearance all point to a vehicle that has been thoughtfully set up for capability rather than show, though the LED light bar and bumper-mounted lights ensure it cuts a striking figure too. The vendor states it starts, runs, and drives well, and reports the chassis to be in very good condition, having been undersealed within the past year or so.
The vendor is keen to point out that there are some areas that would still benefit from improvement: the gauges are non-functional following the engine swap, the paintwork reflects its four decades of life, and there are some minor dents and surface corrosion, but the fundamentals are reported to be sound. Being sold due to a house renovation and upcoming marriage, this is a nice opportunity for someone looking for a capable, modified Land Rover to enjoy as-is or to continue refining.image.png1.65 MB
Key Information
Mileage: odometer shows 168,563 miles; less than 100,000 miles indicated on the donor 300 TDI engine, the vendor states
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