Highlights

Former field ambulance - ideal for a camper conversion
Two former registered keepers
In current ownership for approximately 12 years
Maintained by Land Rover specialists
No accidents or damage reported during current ownership

The Appeal

It's rare to find a Land Rover Defender without a diesel engine. Most non-diesel examples have Rover V8s, which is all well and good until you get your wallet out at the fuel station kiosk... This 1990 Defender 110 is unusual in having a Land Rover smooth, quiet and comparatively economical 2.5-litre petrol engine, effectively a stroked version of the late-generation, 5-bearing 2.25 engine that powered Series Land Rovers for decades.

The car carries an interesting backstory, having originally served as a Field Ambulance before its roof was converted to its current configuration by a previous owner.

In the current owner's hands since 2014, this Defender has been put to proper use, covering long-distance trips from London to Scotland and across to Burgundy through Champagne. Land Rover specialists have handled maintenance, and the service history is on file. The vendor notes some undiagnosed engine knocking and a slightly rich-running condition, offering the next keeper an opportunity to investigate. The vendor describes it as a lovely vehicle deserving of continued care and enjoyment.

The vendor says:

"Most Defenders are diesel, and most of the rest carry the thirsty Rover V8. This 1990 110 has the rarer 2.5-litre petrol four: smooth, quiet, and a development of the long-stroke engine that powered Series Land Rovers for decades. It began life as a field ambulance, and a previous keeper later converted the roof to its current form. It spent a long period off the road before the vendor bought it in 2014, which accounts for the modest mileage. Since then, it has been used as intended, with trips from London to Scotland and to Burgundy via Champagne, and has been maintained throughout by Land Rover specialists.

"It is honest rather than restored. It has an undiagnosed engine knock, a slightly rich mixture, and some corrosion to the rear crossmember and roof rack. Both faults are photographed and described below. It is being sold only because the vendor now needs room for a baby seat.'"

Key Information

Mileage: 75,454 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 28th August 2027
Technical specs: 2.5-litre petrol, five-speed manual, low-range/4wd
Paperwork: vendor advises service history is available

The Detail

Originally a Field Ambulance; roof changed to its current configuration by a previous owner
V5C records three registered keepers
Sat for a long period prior to the current owner's purchase, contributing to the relatively low mileage
Fuel pump, fuel filter, and exhaust replaced by Land Rover specialists
Clutch serviced by Land Rover specialists
Some undiagnosed knocking from the engine noted by the vendor
The vendor notes the engine also appears to run a bit rich
A few minor dents in the bodywork and some signs of corrosion to the rear crossmember (photographed)
Underside not inspected by the owner but expected to show some signs of age (front vehicle structure corrosion advisory on MOT)
Roof rack showing signs of corrosion
Interior believed to be original with no frills
Cage fitted separating the front from the back
Two bench seats added on each side by the current owner
The vendor describes it as very fun to drive but not suited for everyday traffic or motorway use
Factory standard specification
Stored outside and reported to have held up well
Being sold as the owner requires a vehicle that can accommodate a baby seat

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