Highlights
- Very low mileage example
- XS trim level offering enhanced comfort features
- Upgraded by SMC Automotive
- Reportedly benefits from full service history prior to current ownership
- Dry-stored in a locked underground car park
- Advisory-free MOT until 1st October 2026
The Appeal
While it may seem counterintuitive, Land Rover Defenders fit in just as well in the city as they do in the deepest reaches of the wilderness, especially when upgraded so comprehensively as this 2015 example, which boasts numerous enhancements courtesy of SMC Automotive.
The vendor says:
"It’s a rugged, iconic 4x4 with a huge personality. The Defender 90 XS combines classic charm with a more refined modern feel, giving you that unmistakable “proper Land Rover” experience while still being comfortable enough for everyday use.
"Driving it feels solid and confident. You sit high with great visibility, and it handles rough roads, rain, snow, and bumps effortlessly. It’s not built for speed or sharp cornering, but it has a strong, planted feel that makes you feel safe and in control. Around town, it’s compact enough to park easily, and on longer drives, it has that steady, go-anywhere character Defenders are known for. What I love most about it: The personality. It’s a car that always gets attention and feels special every time you get in. I love the combination of toughness, capability, and charm — plus the XS trim gives you those extra comforts without losing the traditional Defender feel. It’s the kind of vehicle that makes even a simple drive feel like an adventure."
Acquired by the vendor in July 2024, this Defender has reportedly been well-maintained from new, with a full service history. It has benefited from secure storage in a locked underground car park, helping preserve its condition.
The vendor says:
"It’s a rugged, iconic 4x4 with a huge personality. The Defender 90 XS combines classic charm with a more refined modern feel, giving you that unmistakable “proper Land Rover” experience while still being comfortable enough for everyday use.
"Driving it feels solid and confident. You sit high with great visibility, and it handles rough roads, rain, snow, and bumps effortlessly. It’s not built for speed or sharp cornering, but it has a strong, planted feel that makes you feel safe and in control. Around town, it’s compact enough to park easily, and on longer drives, it has that steady, go-anywhere character Defenders are known for. What I love most about it: The personality. It’s a car that always gets attention and feels special every time you get in. I love the combination of toughness, capability, and charm — plus the XS trim gives you those extra comforts without losing the traditional Defender feel. It’s the kind of vehicle that makes even a simple drive feel like an adventure."
Acquired by the vendor in July 2024, this Defender has reportedly been well-maintained from new, with a full service history. It has benefited from secure storage in a locked underground car park, helping preserve its condition.
History and Paperwork
- Private registration shown is not included in the sale
- UK market RHD XS
- Five former registered keepers
- Purchased by the vendor on July 12th, 2024
- Stored in a locked underground car park during current ownership
- Full service history available, we are told
- Last serviced in July 2024
- MOT until October 2026 with no advisories
The Condition
- Presents in very good order overall, benefiting from dry storage
- Striking interior and exterior enhancements SMC Automotive
- Quilted red leather interior with Corbeau race-style seats and a sports steering wheel
- Forward-facing rear seats
- Black alloy wheels with Cooper tyres
- LED lights
- Custom grille
- Overland vinyls and bonnet script
- No chassis corrosion noted during recent MOT
The Mechanics
- 2.2-litre TDCi
- Six-speed manual gearbox
- All systems are reported to be running well
- Offers solid, confident driving experience according to the vendor
- Handles rough roads, rain, snow, and bumps effectively, we are told
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