Zesty, our 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 SWB pickup, began its life as a reliable workhorse for an old farmer in South Africa. This Defender has seen it all – from the vast savannas to the bustling streets of Cape Town. After years of dependable service, Zesty was brought to our workshop for a comprehensive rebuild, ensuring it retained its rugged charm while receiving modern enhancements. These photos capture Zesty in its natural habitat and during its transformative journey to Naples. Original South African Heritage: Owned by a seasoned farmer. Robust and Reliable: Proven performance across diverse terrains. Transformative Journey: Shipped to Naples for a meticulous rebuild. Step inside Zesty to experience a blend of classic design and modern upgrades. From the custom leather dash to the Marshal speaker center console upgrade, every detail has been crafted for comfort and functionality. Under the hood, Zesty’s heart – the updated 300TDI motor – boasts a range of enhancements for optimal performance. Luxurious Interior: Custom leather dash and original seats. Modern Upgrades: Marshal speaker center console with inverter, sport steering wheel. Powerful Engine: Updated 300TDI motor with ceramic coated pistons, aftermarket hybrid turbo, upgraded diesel pump, silicone hose upgrade, and upgraded intercooler.

The rough and tough of the great outdoors requires a motor thats nothing short of legendary and equipped to push through with resilience and grit. Present today is exactly that: a legendary machine that takes shape with this 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Outlander Pickup. The current owner reports that this off-road legend has seen a full restoration and has been imported from South Africa.

Exterior and Interior

This 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 Outlander Pickup, with its dark green exterior, perfectly fits in with the great outdoors. Its exterior color perfectly suits its iconic boxy design and its host of custom features don't just add aesthetic value but also have a purpose. The current owner reports custom front and rear bumpers with a front and rear winch, rear spotlights, and a snorkel for when you want to deep dive into your chosen offroad course. In terms of shoes, this off-road legend rides high off the ground thanks to Land Rover wheels that are finished in black and wrapped with fresh rubber. While this 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 Outlander Pickup is a rough and tough off-roader, the black interior is a lovely place to be in. Step into the original seating and you are treated to a custom leather dash with a sport steering wheel, AUX ports in the front and rear, a drink dispenser, and an upgraded Marshall speaker in the center console for your tunes.

Engine

Forced induction sure comes in handy when you need the torque to push through tough challenges. Pop open the hood of this 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 Outlander Pickup and what you will find is the legendary turbocharged 300 TDI motor present. The current owner reports that the motor is new and has less than 500 miles run in. Ensuring you have reliable performance at all times is a reported new diesel pump, new silicone hoses, and a new intercooler. There are a few upgrades as well, reported are new ceramic-coated pistons and a new hybrid turbo system. In terms of power delivery, this custom off-road legend channels all its performance to all four wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission.