- Car Location: Missouri
- 1985 D110
- Galvanized frame
- Heated front and rear seats
- Rear entertainment
- Alcantara Headliner
- Custom wood floors
- Back up Camera
- LED Light Bar
- Halo Headlights
- Roof Rack
- Power Seats
- Full back glass
- Kenwood Head unit
The Land Rover Defender is renowned for its legendary off-road prowess, alongside its longtime archrival the Toyota Land Cruiser. With a history going all the way back to 1948, this vehicle emerged as the Land Rover Series I, becoming the Series II in 1967 and the Series III in 1983 before the Defender nameplate took over. The vehicles have been updated throughout the years, but retained their tough, rough and tumble purpose. By the time it took the Defender nameplate, it was available in a range of body styles and three wheelbases, namely 90, 110 and 130 inches (the 130 was actually 127). This is a 1985 Land Rover Defender 110 from Missouri with 40,200 miles on the odometer. With plenty of capability and kit, it’s an ideal vehicle for a trip into the wilderness for a brief sojourn away from it all.
Exterior and Interior
Throughout its production, the Series and Defender differed little in terms of styling. Place a 1948 Series 1 and a 1998 Defender side-by-side and it’s not hard to see the lineage. Whilst head and tail lamps have been changed and some modern touches added, the basic shape remains. This 1985 Land Rover Defender 110 proudly shows off its family resemblance with its black paintjob with some modern touches such as the silver front grille and hood, and halo LED headlamps. It rolls on a set of five-spoke silver alloy wheels and features full tinted back glass on the rear section. An LED light bar and roof rack complete the off-road friendly accessory set. Entering the vehicle, you are greeted with some modern touches on the black interior as well, including heated and powered front seats, heated rear seats, rear entertainment, alcantara headliner, custom wood floor and a Kenwood head unit with back-up camera.
Engine
This 1985 Land Rover Defender is powered by a modern engine, the 2.4L (146ci) Ford Duratorq turbodiesel that puts out 122hp and 265lb.ft to all four wheels via a six-speed manual transmission and transfer case with high and low ranges. Differentials can be locked as well, if required when traversing rough terrain. It’s reported to have a galvanized frame for added peace of mind.
The 1988 Land Rover Defender 110 is the kind of classic 4x4 that earned its reputation through simplicity, utility, and genuine off-road capability. Showing approximately 69,322 miles, this example is finished in Marine Blue with a contrasting Davos White roof and carries the unmistakable long-wheelbase, five-door Defender profile. Its 2.5L turbocharged diesel engine, 5-speed manual transmission, dual-range transfer case, and center differential lock give it the mechanical foundation enthusiasts expect from a traditional Land Rover, while details such as Alpine roof windows, tubular side steps, black fender flares, and aftermarket LED headlights add both character and usability. It is a straightforward, purpose-built utility vehicle with the kind of old-school driving experience that has made the Defender 110 such an enduring enthusiast favorite.
The 1999 Land Rover Defender 110 300Tdi Station Wagon is the sort of vehicle that built Land Rover’s reputation for durability, utility, and go-anywhere capability. Showing 102,866 miles, this example is finished in Forest Green with a tan and black interior and combines the practical five-door 110 body with the highly regarded 300Tdi diesel drivetrain. Its expedition-oriented equipment, including a full-length roof rack, rear access ladder, tubular side steps, black steel wheels, and TerraMax all-terrain tires, gives it a purposeful look that suits the Defender’s character. Inside, two-tone seating and a wood-rimmed steering wheel add a more distinctive touch to this traditionally utilitarian platform.
The 1995 Land Rover Defender 110 has long been prized for its utilitarian character, unmistakable box-section styling, and go-anywhere roots, but this Monarch Project 24 takes that familiar formula in an entirely different direction. Showing approximately 1,820 miles, it combines classic Defender architecture with a comprehensively reworked drivetrain, suspension, braking system, exterior, and cabin. At its heart is a 430-horsepower 6.2L LS3 V8 backed by a 6L80 six-speed automatic and Atlas transfer case, while a 5-inch suspension lift, Fox shocks, Ford 9-inch axles, Wilwood brakes, and a Warn winch give the build serious mechanical substance. Nardo Grey paint with orange accents, Italian Nappa leather, carbon-fiber trim, teak flooring, digital instrumentation, and modern multimedia equipment turn this D110 into a distinctive blend of old-school Land Rover presence and modern restomod execution.
The Defender 130 sits at the working end of the classic Defender family, stretching the familiar platform into a four-door Crew Cab Pickup with serious cargo-carrying versatility. This 2001 Land Rover Defender 130 shows 49,825 miles and brings together several ingredients enthusiasts look for in an old-school Defender: a Td5 turbo-diesel, 5-speed manual, permanent four-wheel drive, locking center differential, and dual-range transfer case. Add the long pickup bed, canvas cover, front winch, and traditional steel wheels, and this 130 retains the purposeful character that made these trucks such enduring icons.
The 1988 Land Rover Defender 110 is the kind of classic 4x4 that earned its reputation through simplicity, utility, and genuine off-road capability. Showing approximately 69,322 miles, this example is finished in Marine Blue with a contrasting Davos White roof and carries the unmistakable long-wheelbase, five-door Defender profile. Its 2.5L turbocharged diesel engine, 5-speed manual transmission, dual-range transfer case, and center differential lock give it the mechanical foundation enthusiasts expect from a traditional Land Rover, while details such as Alpine roof windows, tubular side steps, black fender flares, and aftermarket LED headlights add both character and usability. It is a straightforward, purpose-built utility vehicle with the kind of old-school driving experience that has made the Defender 110 such an enduring enthusiast favorite.
The 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 remains one of the most recognizable compact 4x4s ever built, and this example blends the model’s traditional utility with a selection of functional upgrades. Showing approximately 81,458 miles, it is finished in Black over a Black interior and retains the classic right-hand-drive configuration. Power comes from a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, while an LT230 dual-range transfer case and locking center differential provide the mechanical foundation expected from a Defender. Exterior additions such as a Rhino-Rack roof rack, rear access ladder, brush guard, Sawtooth-style wheels, side steps, and checker-plate protection reinforce its expedition-ready character, while the cabin has been updated with aftermarket front bucket seats and a touchscreen audio system.
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