Factory-fitted air conditioning, reportedly rare for a Defender of this age
Nearly £8,000 invested since 2020, including mechanical and cosmetic improvements
Garage-stored and serviced annually during nearly six years of current ownership
South African import, now registered on UK plates
MOT valid until September 2026
The Appeal
The Land Rover Defender 90 remains one of the most iconic and capable utility vehicles ever built, and South African-market examples are well-regarded among enthusiasts for their specification. After all, the dry climate not only results in solid, relatively rust-free cars, but often in factory-fitted air conditioning, which any seasoned Landy driver will tell you is a lifesaver!
Purchased by the current owner in July 2020, this Defender 90 has been garage-stored and serviced annually, with the owner's garage systematically working through items to bring the mechanical condition up to standard. Nearly £8,000 has been spent in total since 2020, split between mechanical improvements and a recent cosmetic refresh.
The vendor reports that the vehicle drives very well following all the work carried out, and is ready and waiting for its lucky new keeper.KDP-006.webp137.71 KB
Key Information
Mileage: 151,000 miles (indicated as correct)
Country of registration: South African origin, now registered on UK plates
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until September 2026
£4,800 spent on mechanical work during current ownership
£2,500 spent on recent cosmetic work including a paintwork refresh, new window seals, new side steps, and new front and rear bumpers
Five new tyres fitted in 2021 at 133,000 miles; the vendor reports tread remains deep all round
Originally blue, resprayed black at an unknown date
Occasional traces of original blue visible in obscured areas, such as under the carpet
Some gentle signs of wear, befitting of the car's age
All instruments reported as working
All six seats reported in good condition with no tears
Carpet is used but free of holes
The vendor states the engine runs very well and starts first time, even after long periods of inactivity
Believed to be mechanically standard
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