*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT N insurance loss in 11/2022 ***
Highlights
- Bespoke conversion carried out by Duckworth
- Global TeleMetrics Driver Recognition system fitted
- Soft-top roof with exterior roll cage
- Swing-away half-height rear door and heavy-duty spare wheel carrier
- Re-trimmed two-tone black and red interior upholstery (seat covers)
- Updated Sony stereo fitted
- Oil and filter replaced in February 2025 at 76,279 miles
The Appeal
This Land Rover Defender 90 SWB Soft Top by Duckworth is a premium, bespoke conversion that combines rugged Puma-era mechanicals with a refined open-top driving experience. The 2008 model features the 2.4-litre TDCi turbodiesel engine, which produces 120bhp, paired with a six-speed manual gearbox.
The standout feature of this Duckworth build is the transition from a standard hard top to a sophisticated soft top, which incorporates an integrated exterior roll cage for structural integrity. The rear is modified with a swing-away half-height door and a heavy-duty spare wheel carrier, ensuring the vehicle remains practical despite its top-down aesthetic.
Inside, this Duckworth Land Rover moves away from its utilitarian roots toward a more refined cabin, featuring two-tone black and red upholstery, a wood-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel and an updated Sony stereo. This Duckworth-modified Land Rover Defender 90 would make a capable companion for off-road adventures, as well as a sophisticated weekend head-turner in the city.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered with the DVLA in April 2008
- First-time advisory-free MOT pass in February 2025 at 76,279 miles, expired in February 2026
- Will be sold with a new MOT
- Bespoke conversion carried out by Duckworth
- V5C confirms six former keepers, seller acquired vehicle in February 2024
- Global Telemetrics Driver Recognition system fitted
- Owner’s manuals, service book, V5C, Global Telemetrics manuals and recent service invoice supplied
- 78,061 miles shown on the odometer, supported by service book and MOT history
Service history:
02/2025 - 76,279 miles - MOT Centre Tattershall Bridge
06/2020 - 65,638 miles - Infield Ltd Land Rover
07/2019 - 58,338 miles - Gibsons Autos
10/2015 - 38,869 miles - Unrecorded
05/2012 - 25,776 miles - Lloyd Land Rover
03/2011 - 22,184 miles - Lloyd Land Rover
04/2010 - 15,912 miles - Lloyd Land Rover
04/2009 - 7,445 miles - Lloyd Land Rover
04/2008 - Delivery - Lloyd Motors
The Condition
- Red paintwork complemented by a black bonnet, bumpers, wheel arches, grille and exterior roll cage
- Black soft-top roof
- Steering guard fitted
- Rear tow bar
- Swing-away half-height rear door and heavy-duty spare wheel carrier
- 16-inch ‘Boost’ five-spoke alloy wheels including spare
- Two-tone red and black upholstery with cream piping
- Three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Updated Sony stereo fitted
- Global Telemetrics Driver Detection system fitted
- Some light creases on the driver’s seat base
- A few marks on the central cubby box
The Mechanics
- 2.4-litre TDCi turbodiesel Puma/Duratorq engine, which produces 120bhp
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Permanent four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case
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