This is my Defender 110 offered for sale.  It was legally imported by me using a properly licensed importation agent in early 2012 from England where it was purchased from a private owner who had owned the vehicle since 2006. 

 

I have listed all of the major point below, along with the service history.

 

·      Vehicle is a 1987 (UK D-reg) Land Rover 110 five-door.  It is right-hand drive, having been manufactured for the British market.

·      The VIN is SALLDHAV7BA293261. 

·      As eBay does not recognize this VIN I had to list the model year as pre-1981.

·      However, the LR is legally titled and registered in Massachusetts as a 1987 Land Rover Defender.  It should be easily registered in any other state.  I have all of the importation documentation also which is also in my name and I am listed on the Massachusetts title as the sole owner.

·      It was originally a cream colored vehicle with the 3.5L gasoline V8 engine when manufactured in early 1987.

·      The car was repainted the present red in 1996.

·      The mileage on the odometer represents the total miles on the vehicle since 1987 – it is not reflective of the new drivetrain (see below).

·      In 2006 the LR was restored by “Nene Overland” in Peterborough, England (www.neneoverland.co.uk) and was purchased by its prior owner.  I bought the vehicle directly from this owner.

·      The LR has been substantially upgraded from its original form.  Specific major modifications are as below:

o   Drivetrain:

§  A 200tdi 2.5L four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine from another Defender was fitted.  As expected it has the higher mounted turbo as opposed to the lower unit found in Discoveries with the same engine.

§  The transmission was replaced with an LT77 5-speed gearbox.

§  A Kenlowe after-market fan was fitted to aid with cooling.  The fan is triggered via the thermostat and may also be manually activated using a switch in the cabin.

o   Chassis:

§  A new frame was installed.  It is not galvanized but was rust-free and properly Wax-oyled. 

§  The coil springs were replaced with newer Britpart units.

o   Body:

§  All four passenger side doors were replaced with the newer, push-button style units.

§  The rear door is still the older style lift-latch door.

§  The front wings were replaced with newer (mid-90s era) vented wings.

§  The diamond plating shown was installed.

§  The tubular side steps/rock sliders were installed.  These were custom built using 2” stainless steel pipe and then painted so they will not rust even if gouged.  They are not damaged in any way however.

§  The manually operated (of course) sunroof was installed.  This may be tilted or popped out entirely – it is not a sliding sunroof.  It does not leak rainwater.

§  The front bumper assembly was replaced with one with an integrated bull bar and jacking points.

o   Brakes:

§  New brakes with discs all around (originally had drums at rear) were installed along with new brake lines etc.  The entire brake system was essentially replaced with a more modern set-up.  There is no ABS however – Defenders did not feature ABS until 2007.

o   Interior:

§  All seats were renewed/recovered in 2006 with Exmoor Trim.  The seats are the more modern “high-back” style units.

§  As you can see, there are two internal storage compartments (cubby boxes).  Once is between the front seats and the other between the two rear seats.

§  There is one bench seat in the rearmost part of the cabin with two seat-belts installed.

§  Land Rover brand rubber mats are installed throughout the cabin including the rear area.

o   Wheels & tires:

§  New Wolf style 16” steel rims installed in summer 2012 with new Hankook DynaPro 265/75-16L tires.

·      Since the Defender has been in my possession it has been professionally maintained by Land Rover specialists “Cityside Garage” (www.citysidegarage.com) in Holliston, MA.  I have the written service records.

·      The vehicle received a thorough going-over from Cityside Garage after I received it.  Significant maintenance performed since early 2012 include:

o   New starter.

o   New Interstate battery and battery cut-off toggle switch to disconnect battery power when vehicle is not being driven for a number of days.

o   New power steering pump and related hoses.

o   All fuel injector lines replaced.

o   New clutch master and slave cylinders.

o   All fluids replaced: engine oil, coolant, transmission fluid, transfer case oil, power steering fluid (obviously as pump was replaced),clutch fluid (also obviously), brake fluid.

o   All wheel hub seals were checked and lubricated with molybdenum grease.

o   The headlights and headlight housings were replaced with Hella Vision Plus lights to provide better illumination.

o   The vehicle does not have AC, as expected.  The heat works both in terms of temperature control and directions (upper and lower vents).

o   As mentioned, the LR has power steering.  There is also a steering damper installed which improves feel and guards against potential wheel lashing.

·      Accessories fitted/available with car:

o   Hella 500FF front spot-lamps on bull-bar activated via high-beam.

o   Rear work lamp activated via switch in the cabin.

o   New six-speaker stereo with JVC KD-R650 head unit with iPod/iPhone control and AUX port.

o   Front skidplate installed to protect the front underbody components from off-road hazards.

o   I have a Brownchurch roof rack and integrated ladder which is not presently installed on the car but will be included in the sale.  One of the photos shows the rack installed.

·      Other points to note:

o   The rearmost sliding windows do not presently open.  They are sealed shut but if needed the sliding function could be re-enabled by removing the sealant – I received the vehicle in this condition.  I have not missed this feature and have not attempted to explore further.  The windows do not leak.  The other four windows go up and down as normal.

o   The engine does drip oil slightly as is the case with many of the 200 tdi and other LR engines of this period.  I manage this by keeping the car parked over a pan in my garage – the specialists at Cityside advised that managing the oil level is a completely acceptable tactic.  The oil “consumption” is well under a quart every 1500 miles.

o   As you can see from the photos where the paint could be in better condition and there is some non-structural corrosion around some fasteners.  I have addressed these with liquid rust inhibitor, which I renew periodically.

o   The bottoms of all five doors have rust on the inner hidden portion – the part directly facing the ground.  The doors are structurally sound however.  All four passenger doors have door cards in good shape.  The rear door has a wooden panel, as can be seen in the photos.

·      This is a very solid 110 that I am selling because I simply do not anticipate driving it sufficiently due to my upcoming planned move in the city of Boston, along with the premium in parking availability.

·      The vehicle drives very well – exactly as one would expect a Defender 110 with this drivetrain.  It is not a speed demon, of course, but can readily maintain 75 mph on the highway.

·      The regular hi-range permanent 4WD works well as does the lo-range 4WD.  The differential lock (center diff) works in both ranges also.

·      The right-hand-drive is surprisingly easy to get used to, as long as one has company at drive-through windows and uses a toll pass for tolls. 

 

The Defender is available for viewing or a test drive in Quincy, Massachusetts.  Please feel free to ask any questions.  Thank you for reading.