Highlights

One of approximately 1,000 50th Anniversary Limited Edition models produced
Desirable Japanese import
Dry stored since repatriation to the UK in 2019
Headlining professionally replaced by MSJ Headliner

The Appeal

The 50th Anniversary edition is among the most collectable variants of the legendary Land Rover Discovery. Limited to approximately 1,000 units, it was distinguished by Atlantis Blue iridescent paintwork, unique 16-inch anniversary alloy wheels, and a swathe of special edition trims.

As Land Rover itself proudly stated in 1998:

"When Discovery arrived, it was greeted with amazement and delight, and soon claimed the leading position in its market sector. Discovery is still pre-eminent, and small wonder. [...] Above all, Discovery's class-leading capability off-road broadens the horizons of all those drivers bored with the limitations of the conventional family car. It's a vehicle which offers boundless leisure opportunities; from towing a dinghy easily up a tide-soaked slipway, to a desert safari.
To celebrate this high-achieving career, Land Rover offers you a totally unique Collector's Edition Discovery. Fitted with a host of special features, and available in distinctive Atlantis Blue or White Gold. There will never be another one like it."

This example was repatriated from Japan in 2019, where it covered just under 95,000 km on roads free from the salt that so often plagues UK-based examples. The vendor, who has owned six Discovery V8s, states this has the smoothest engine of them all and remarks proudly on its sheer quality and condition.

Since arriving in the UK, it has been dry stored, appearing at only a handful of local shows. The 3.9-litre V8 is paired with a four-speed automatic gearbox offering high and low range plus a centre diff lock. Inside, the Bahama beige leather, walnut trim and impressive feature list make for a very luxurious place for driver and passengers alike.

Key Information

Mileage: 94,798 km (indicated, warranted by Japanese records)
Country of registration: United Kingdom (re-imported from Japan in 2019 but is a re-patriated UK car)
Technical inspection status: Fresh 12 months MOT
Technical specs: 3,947cc V8 petrol, 4-speed automatic, high and low range with centre diff lock
Paperwork: two keys and one remote provided; the vendor states the vehicle has been regularly serviced throughout its life

The Detail

The vendor notes that the car is in excellent condition
Atlantis Blue iridescent paintwork with chrome trim
Some small blemishes here and there
This runs true to the clean, very solid-looking underside
Headlining professionally replaced by MSJ Headliners, as the original foam-backed material is known to deteriorate over time
New tyres fitted to the 16-inch 50th Anniversary alloy wheels
Bahama beige leather interior with electric heated seats and walnut trim
Front and rear climate control
Cruise control and ABS fitted
Both electric sunroofs reported by the vendor to be fully functioning with no leaks
The vendor describes the 50th Anniversary carpet mats as being in very good condition

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