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World War II had ended, and British automaker Rover was gearing up to supply an eager public with a myriad of automobiles. Gathering experience from the learnings of making wartime off-roaders, they released the Land Rover Series I in 1948. This sturdy off-roader had features such as a box frame construction, aluminum body panels, and proper four-wheel drive with low range. The Series I would become the Series I, Series III, and finally become the Defender in 1983. While hundreds of improvements were made over the years, the basic shape, purpose, and capabilities remained the same. That's why if you love venturing into the wilderness, this 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 is a faithful companion who you can trust. Fresh off an engine rebuild just 4,000 miles ago, it's also got a transmission rebuild and is ready for action.
Defenders look purposeful, but when you take a specimen like this matte gray 1997 Land Rover Defender 110, the term takes on a whole new meaning. Rolling on black wheels with chunky Cooper Discoverer S/T tires, this Defender is ready to tackle any trail, rocky pass, sand dune, or even a river. Hence, it even has a snorkel air intake for the engine. You'll also note upgraded crystal headlamps, new LED turn signals, park lamps, and auxiliary front lighting for enhanced visibility when it's dark outside. There's even a Plasma 4x4 winch waiting to rescue you or anyone else who gets stuck because, let's face it, in such an off-roader, the weakest link is typically the driver. Inside this left-hand drive 1997 Land Rover Defender 110, you'll find metal plate flooring and leather seating for all occupants. In fact, up to nine people can travel in this 110-inch wheelbase variant. Creature comforts are sparse, as you'd expect in a tough off-roader, but there's a front console with cup holders, a cigarette lighter, and a Sony Xplod head unit with CD playback capabilities.
The powerplant motivating this 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 is the tough-as-nails 300Tdi. This comprises a 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel engine. The engine is factory-rated for 111hp and 195lb-ft, but aftermarket tuning can yield notable gains in power and torque. The drive is sent to all four wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission that's received new union bearings and gears in the transmission.
Every country has its own off-road icon. Japan has the Land Cruiser, America has the Jeep Wrangler, and Germany has the Mercedes G-Class. But none of these quite compare to the Land Rover Defender. Its origins can be traced back to 1948 when the first Land Rover was launched. Over the next few decades, it evolved into the Series II and the Series III (including a few sub-series), and in 1983, an improved, more modern Land Rover 110 was launched. This would bear the distinct appearance that we now call the Defender (a nameplate that was finally attached to it in 1990). Production finally ended in 2016 after 67 years and over 2 million units. But the story doesn’t end there, for in 2020, Land Rover launched the all-new L663 Defender. “Same, but different” is the simplest way to describe this new car, as it clearly carries many design elements from its heritage and brings the great off-road capabilities of its forefathers, but with modern technology and comfort integrated into it. This 2023 Defender 100 S Trek Edition is quite special, as the owner tells us that it's number 80 out of only 100 units built that exist in North America.
The classic Land Rover Defender is directly descended from 1948’s Land Rover Series I. After World War II, the Rover Company of Britain wanted to create a tough off-road vehicle for agricultural use. Things started as the Series I, then Series II, Series III, and finally the Defender by the early 1990s. Across the world, Defenders are renowned for their tough persona and go-anywhere capabilities. This 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 is no different. What’s more, the vehicle is fresh from a restoration that was completed in February 2025. It also has a new engine that is less than 1,000 miles on it. Basically, this is a born-again vehicle that’s better than when it left the factory in 1997 and is up for grabs with us. If you wish to own it, give us a call or shoot us a DM pronto.
The Land Rover Defender is a legend in its own right. Directly hailing from 1948’s Land Rover Series, it comes with a rich heritage of off-road capability and brutal abilities to forge a path where none exists. That’s why you’ll find these vehicles in many parts of the world, chugging through inhospitable terrain that’s so tough you wouldn’t be able to walk through by yourself! Today, we’ve got a 1988 Land Rover Defender 110 with a difference for you to consider adding to your stable. This vehicle hails from Friendswood, Texas, and comes with plenty of surprises. Read on to discover some of them, but to know it all, get in touch with us ASAP.
The Rover company of Britain had to shift their priorities to adjust to the post-war consumer environment. Prior to the War, Rover made luxury cars but in a new era of promised prosperity among austerity, the automaker turned their attention towards bolstering Britain’s burgeoning agricultural industry. The Willys Jeep of USA was the inspiration, and what emerged was the Land Rover Series in 1948. The Series became the Series II, Series III, and Defender over many decades of solid service, not only in Britain, but across the world. Meanwhile, a Spanish automaking outfit called Santana started working closely with Land Rover to build their own versions in Spain. Today, we’ve got one of their creations, a 1976 Land Rover 88 Series III Santana that was reportedly given a full frame-off restoration in 2023. The vehicle’s rebuilt engine has got less than 1,000 miles on it, as has its rebuilt gearbox. Furthermore, this vehicle was imported from Colombia, highlighting the journey that it’s taken halfway across the world to get to Florida where it currently awaits a new owner – which could be you!
Every country has its own off-road icon. Japan has the Land Cruiser, America has the Jeep Wrangler, and Germany has the Mercedes G-Class. But none of these quite compare to the Land Rover Defender. Its origins can be traced back to 1948 when the first Land Rover was launched. Over the next few decades, it evolved into the Series II and the Series III (including a few sub-series), and in 1983, an improved, more modern Land Rover 110 was launched. This would bear the distinct appearance that we now call the Defender (a nameplate that was finally attached to it in 1990). Production finally ended in 2016 after 67 years and over 2 million units. But the story doesn’t end there, for in 2020, Land Rover launched the all-new L663 Defender. “Same, but different” is the simplest way to describe this new car, as it clearly carries many design elements from its heritage and brings the great off-road capabilities of its forefathers, but with modern technology and comfort integrated into it. This 2023 Defender 100 S Trek Edition is quite special, as the owner tells us that it's number 80 out of only 100 units built that exist in North America.
The Land Rover Defender is a legend in its own right. Directly hailing from 1948’s Land Rover Series, it comes with a rich heritage of off-road capability and brutal abilities to forge a path where none exists. That’s why you’ll find these vehicles in many parts of the world, chugging through inhospitable terrain that’s so tough you wouldn’t be able to walk through by yourself! Today, we’ve got a 1988 Land Rover Defender 110 with a difference for you to consider adding to your stable. This vehicle hails from Friendswood, Texas, and comes with plenty of surprises. Read on to discover some of them, but to know it all, get in touch with us ASAP.
The Ford F-Series is widely regarded as one of the most important pickup truck series in the United States. Introduced in 1948, the series is now in its fourteenth generation and has ventured into the arena of electric mobility as well. With fourteen generations and over 40 million units sold as of 2022, you can easily find excellent examples from nearly every generation. This ninth-generation 1997 Ford F-350 XLT is one such vehicle. It comes from the last year of ninth-generation production, has traveled 86,671 miles so far, and lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Furthermore, we’re informed that the truck has undergone a recent full mechanical servicing, and invoices are available upon request.
In 2021, Ford re-introduced a much-loved nameplate. The Bronco was back, in an all-new sixth generation, and after a twenty five year hiatus. The public loved it – and continue to do so. Just over 35,000 units were sold in 2021, with sales ballooning to over 117,000 in 2022. That makes this 2022 Ford Bronco Big Bend quite a desirable vehicle, as you aren’t likely to find owners willing to sell their precious vehicle. This Daytona Beach, Florida-based four-by-four comes with just 34,031 miles on the clock, a punchy V6 under the hood, the Equipment Group 222A package, and the Mid Package. Let’s learn more about this vehicle, and you’ll soon see why it’s perfect as a family hauler for the adventurous and outdoorsy bunch.
The Jeep Wrangler was introduced in 1986 as a compact off-roader with some creature comforts and family-friendly features. Now on the fourth generation, the Wrangler remains one of just two off-roaders with some special features. We’ll tell you what those are in just a bit. If you’re somewhat more of a classic Wrangler person, this second-generation 2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a great place to start. Extensively modified for even more capable off-road performance, this sub-60,000-mile vehicle currently resides in Mabank, Texas.
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