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SALLDVAB8AA283667
The present-day Land Rover Defender is more of a luxury SUV akin to the Land Rover Range Rover. It still retains its signature off-road capability and certain ruggedness, which it draws from the previous generation Land Rover Defender. The first generation Land Rover was first developed in 1983 and was produced until 2016. Initially, it was known as the Land Rover One Ten and Ninety but was revised to Land Rover Defender 110 and 90. The 110 and 90 denoted the wheelbase length respectively. Step into this iconic British-built 1987 Land Rover Defender that is in excellent condition and bears 167,000 miles on the odometer.
When the Defender was introduced, it was meant to be used by civilians and the military; its design was wholly utilitarian and devoid of fluff. This particular 1987 Land Rover Defender features a bright red exterior color finish. The front wheel and rear wheels arches are painted black to add a dash of contrast to the bright red. Starting with the hood, which features twin rugged aluminum trims flanking it, which is also used on the B pillars as well. The front is also host to a black-painted grille flanked by new headlights and auxiliary lights. The front bumper has been replaced with a custom black-painted unit that features a Tyrex heavy-duty winch. The rear has been transformed into a beach-style canopy with a new soft black top in black and white contrast stitching. It sits on a set of gloss black painted off-road wheels. The seller reports that the interior seats finished in black with diamond stitching, are all new, along with the seat belts in the rear and a complete reupholstering. The instrument cluster is still the original 90s-style affair with a 4-spoke black steering wheel.
Powering the 1987 Land Rover Defender is a 2.5L 200 TDi turbodiesel inline-4 engine coupled with a manual transmission. The seller also reports that a new cross member on the back chassis was added, exhausts were replaced, shock absorbers for the rear were replaced, and new rubber components for the suspension were replaced, along with a new master brake pump and new tires. A recent service was also performed for the 200 TDI engine.
The Land Rover Defender is a British icon that has been offered since 1983. This 1998 model has undergone a full frame-off restoration which was completed in 2024, as reported by the current owner. Retaining its original engine with less than 56,000 miles, this Land Rover Defender 90 has been upgraded with air conditioning and an array of new mechanical parts, ready to take off on its new adventures.
The Land Rover Series is celebrated globally for its exceptional off-road capabilities, having been introduced in 1948 and evolving through various iterations until it adopted the Defender nameplate in 1983. The classic Defender was phased out around 2016, only for the model to be revived in 2020, maintaining the vehicle's legendary status among off-road enthusiasts. This particular 1986 Land Rover Defender 90, with its right-hand drive configuration, has been recently restored and boasts a modest 69,000 miles, making it a highly desirable piece for aficionados of the brand.
The Land Rover Defender has a long and colorful history, dating back to the original Land Rover Series of 1948. World War II was over, and the British public was clamoring for a utilitarian off-roader that could help them in the farms and fields. Land Rover delivered a stunner that, to this day, is considered one of the all-time greats of off-roaders. Hence, this 1998 Land Rover Defender 90 Convertible comes from great parentage and, itself, is a stunner. Showcasing a healthy 86,000 miles, this plucky Brit is ready to double or even quadruple that mileage with the right care.
At this point, the original Land Rover Defender is a British Institution, but bar a few examples that made it to the US in the 90s, this off-roading icon has largely remained out of the hands of American consumers. The good news, though, is that thanks to the 25-year import rule, we can now start to enjoy some of the best Defender models that the rest of the world has had access to. This 1998 MY Land Rover Defender TD5 RHD Restoration was imported from the United Kingdom and features the sought-after 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder diesel engine. It also features some choice upgrades that are bound to tickle the fancy of owners looking to enjoy an adventurous lifestyle.
The Land Rover Defender is a British icon that has been offered since 1983. This 1998 model has undergone a full frame-off restoration which was completed in 2024, as reported by the current owner. Retaining its original engine with less than 56,000 miles, this Land Rover Defender 90 has been upgraded with air conditioning and an array of new mechanical parts, ready to take off on its new adventures.
The Land Rover Defender has always been a bit of a forbidden fruit kind of car for U.S. consumers. Despite a handful of North American-spec Defenders being offered, by and large, the classic Defender was unobtanium in the States. But that doesn’t mean you can’t sample this classic off-roading icon today. Thanks to imports opening up, you can now get your hands on European-sourced examples of the classic Defender in various flavors. Take our featured car, for example, which was imported from the Netherlands. It features a classic 3.5-liter Rover V8, an automatic transmission, and a few modern features to improve driveability.
At this point, the original Land Rover Defender is a British Institution, but bar a few examples that made it to the US in the 90s, this off-roading icon has largely remained out of the hands of American consumers. The good news, though, is that thanks to the 25-year import rule, we can now start to enjoy some of the best Defender models that the rest of the world has had access to. This 1998 MY Land Rover Defender TD5 RHD Restoration was imported from the United Kingdom and features the sought-after 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder diesel engine. It also features some choice upgrades that are bound to tickle the fancy of owners looking to enjoy an adventurous lifestyle.
An icon of the American Military, it’s really no surprise that the original HMMWV spawned civilian models. While the Hummer H1 was more of a direct reincarnation, the Hummer H2 offered consumers a more stylish and practical entry point into General Motors’ Hummer lineup, available in both SUV and SUT body styles. Design-wise, the Hummer H2 retained its forebear's boxy and aggressive styling. Although smaller than the H1, the H2 retained some impressive dimensions and, with it, all the road presence that it was due. Today, the Hummer name is attached to an EV that takes inspiration from the original, but if you want the original American icon, then look no further than our featured 2008 Hummer H2 SUT. It’s a truck that features some tasteful upgrades, with the current owner reporting that they bought the truck stock and built it themselves.
The Land Rover Defender is a British icon that has been offered since 1983. This 1998 model has undergone a full frame-off restoration which was completed in 2024, as reported by the current owner. Retaining its original engine with less than 56,000 miles, this Land Rover Defender 90 has been upgraded with air conditioning and an array of new mechanical parts, ready to take off on its new adventures.
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