2001 Land Rover Defender 110 County Td5

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Highlights 

  • Defender 110 station wagon with County pack
  • Five-cylinder Td5 engine coupled to manual transmission
  • Owned and well-maintained by the seller since 2014
  • Many new parts installed since 2019
  • MOT valid until August 20, 2027

The Appeal

 
For many, the original Defender of 1990 onward represents the perfection of the Land Rover formula, with undiminished go-anywhere capability enhanced by more reliable powertrains and more comfortable interiors. In 1998, the five-cylinder Td5 turbodiesel engine was introduced, bringing more power and refinement.
 
This green 2001 Land Rover Defender 110 County was purchased by the seller in 2014 and has been driven daily and well-maintained ever since. The seller states that the unmodified engine starts immediately and performs well, with no smoke. The seller reports “slight” oil leaks from the engine and transmission.
 
The exterior is described as in keeping with the vehicle’s age, with a “sound” bulkhead, while the underside presents well and the chassis has been coated with black Hammerite. The wing tops, side rails and lower rear wings feature checker plate.
 
Inside, the gray cloth seating and gray carpets are present and described as being in “fair condition throughout”. The rear of the cabin is equipped with a large rubber mat, and the car is equipped with eleven seatbelts.
 
This is an honest, charming and well-maintained example of a Defender 110 with County pack and a desirable Td5 engine. In addition to its practicality, flexibility and all-terrain ability, the Defender is easy to work on, with plentiful parts available. It is now ready for a new owner to enjoy its many abilities.
 
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 150,550 miles (indicated)
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom
  • Inspection status: MOT valid until August 20, 2027
  • Technical specs: 2,495cc 122hp inline 5-cylinder diesel, 5-speed manual
  • Paperwork: V5C registration document

The Detail

  • Alloy wheels
  • Purchased from Derby 4x4 in March 2014; no prior service history
  • Seller states passenger side front door seal can allow water ingress occasionally
  • Seller notes passenger-side rear door can be difficult to close occasionally
  • Door bottoms “show their age”
  • Chassis has been cleaned with a rotary wire brush and black areas coated with Hammerite
  • Seller reports a scratch on the roof from the up-and-over garage door
  • Slight oil leaks from engine and transmission reported
  • Gray cloth seating
  • Gray carpets
  • Large rubber mat in rear
  • Eleven seatbelts
  • MOT valid until August 20, 2027
Serviced and maintained by the seller since 2014:
 
  • Engine bay loom and injector loom replaced, new injector seals in 2015 (receipts included) 
  • All driveshaft U-joints replaced in 2019
  • New cylinder head installed in 2020 (receipts included) 
  • All shock absorbers replaced in 2021 
  • Offside swivel replaced and both swivels rebuilt with new seals and bearings in 2021 
  • Brake calipers overhauled and new brake shoes installed in 2021 
  • New power steering pump installed in 2022 
  • New bumper and headlight brackets installed in 2022 
  • New turbocharger cartridge installed in 2022 
  • New battery and new exhaust installed in 2023 
  • Transmission and both axle fluids replaced in 2023 
  • New fuel tank bracket installed in 2026 
  • Welding to rear chassis leg offside, rear crossmember, both front outriggers and front offside chassis completed in 2026
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Auction Details

  • Year2001
  • MakeLand Rover
  • ModelDefender
  • ColourGreen
  • Odometer150,550 Miles
  • Engine size2495cc
  • TransmissionManual, 5 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownDerby
  • CountyDerby
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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