Highlights
- Only two registered keepers from new
- In current ownership for 35 years
- Full service history available
- Repainted in 2018
- New MOT certificate valid until February 2026
The Appeal
The Defender would go on to revolutionise the modern image of the off-roader - without ever sacrificing the ethos and identity of its predecessor. The Land Rover formula was alive and well in these, simply brought up to date with a more rugged, enduring eye for reliability. Obviously, it was hard to argue with the classics.
The before the Defender though, there was the 90 or 110. These are effectively the same vehicle at heart, acting as that immediate stop-gap between the unnamed Landies and the heavily branded Defender that followed. Durable, straight-faced and sharp, these off-roaders would go on to shape the future of Coventry's output.
This handsome example, originally based in Italy, comes to us in fine condition, having been kept by the same owner since October 1991. It's accompanied by an impressive Italian service history and a fresh MOT. We understand that it's been well-maintained throughout its life time, and is ready and waiting to go.
The before the Defender though, there was the 90 or 110. These are effectively the same vehicle at heart, acting as that immediate stop-gap between the unnamed Landies and the heavily branded Defender that followed. Durable, straight-faced and sharp, these off-roaders would go on to shape the future of Coventry's output.
This handsome example, originally based in Italy, comes to us in fine condition, having been kept by the same owner since October 1991. It's accompanied by an impressive Italian service history and a fresh MOT. We understand that it's been well-maintained throughout its life time, and is ready and waiting to go.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1989
- Only one former registered keeper before the current owner
- Purchased by the current owner in October 1991
- Owned for 35 years
- The car was based in Italy for the last 20 odd years but was originally registered and kept in England for the first 15 or so years
- Kept in Italy, stored uncovered
- Limited use in recent years
- Well maintained throughout ownership
- Full service history available (in Italian)
- MOT valid until February 2026
The Condition
- Appears in good overall condition, especially for a working vehicle
- Repainted in 2018
- Original Land Rover roof rack and ladder on back (small amounts of corrosion)
- Original spare wheel and tow hook on back
- Some bubbling of paintwork and discolouration here and there
- Some corrosion on the front side doors
- Some corrosion in the front footwells
- Original Land Rover sun roof (cannot be opened - sealed with silicone and blocked by roof rack)
- No modifications or extras
- All instruments and switches/gears work
- Non-original radio/cassette player (doesn't work well)
- Original windows with original registration number etched on them
- Some damage to sides of front seats from seat belt
- Floor in the back looks in solid order
- Back seats in good condition
- One seat strap broken
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre turbodiesel 4-cylinder engine
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Well-maintained engine with no modifications
- Various parts replaced over the years
- No anticipated mechanical repairs needed
- We understand that this fine 4x4 is ready to drive away
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