INVENTORY

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We are very proud to present a legendary Defender 110, a very historic 1990 Land Rover Defender 110 that was part of the 1991 Camel Trophy expedition of Tanzania – Burundi. This vehicle was built in 1990/91 by Land Rover's Special Vehicles Department for the Camel Trophy Event. It was one of the support vehicles for the trip and served a number of different roles carrying extra supplies, team Doctors or journalist through the event. Equipped with the sought after 200TDi power plant and five speed manual transmission  and has earned a tough-as-nails reputation. As you will read below, this Defender has many attributes, extras and a very unique history to go with it. Previously Land Rover enthusiast owned and the vehicle clearly shows it has been well cared for with no expense spared.. This historic 110 has been thoroughly refurbished, it sits on a galvanized chassis and shows no signs of rust anywhere. All other know areas like the bulkhead, and doors are all compete. Its been updated with modern LED lights all round with remote central locking. It’s set up for the streets and the trails and it merely needs a new owner who is ready to enjoy and drive this Defender. 

All Camel Trophy vehicles were produced in both left-hand and right-hand drive depending on the vehicle's role, the event location and the country. This 110 competed in Africa hence why it is a RHD version. Camel Trophy vehicles are based on standard production line Land Rovers, but are built and upgraded by Land Rover’s Special Vehicles Department to compete in what was arguably the world’s toughest off-road event. The factory upgrades that set this apart from a regular 110 are the additions of two fuel tanks with the standard one and the extra one under the drivers seat, external/internal roll cage, front steering guard and rear fuel tank guard. Which are all factory equipment from Land Rover Special Vehicle Department purpose built for Camel Trophy expeditions.

1991 Camel Trophy – Tanzania & Burundi

In 1991, Camel Trophy returned to the African mainland for the first time since the 1983 to tackle an 1800km route over little used tracks and traversing some of the world’s most spectacular scenery teeming with precious wildlife. The route retraced the trail of the famous Scottish explorer Dr. David Livingstone, who led a successful quest to discover the source of the Nile in the Nineteenth Century.  The 1991 Camel Trophy was significant not only because it crossed the border between two countries but also for its record entry of seventeen nations. Competition, expedition or adventure? Camel Trophy is in fact all of these. Traveling in identical Land Rover Discovery’s, the seventeen amateur teams from as many countries set off from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to fight their way through waist deep mud and two-meter high elephant grass, climbing the hills of Burundi to the finish in the capital, Bujumbura. The target for the two-man crew of each vehicle is to conquer natural obstacles along the way. With the belated advent of the rainy season, many of the Tanzanian tracks, particularly those through the areas of "black cotton soils", became treacherous quagmires. Progress was slowed dramatically and the incessant whine of winch motors even drowned out the sounds of the African bush. Many teams soon learnt that only teamwork and determination would help them reach their final goal, whilst keeping up a competitive edge through the challenging Special Tasks. 

Although the Land Rover Discovery was the vehicle of choice for the competitive teams in 1991, the chosen support vehicles where Defender 110’s and this was one of the very support 110’s that also made the phenomenal trip. It has been confirmed by the Camel Trophy Club UK that this is an authentic Camel Defender with the correct corresponding VIN and registration “H656 JRW” that shows it supported the 1991 Camel Trophy – Tanzania – Burundi event. There is also a 3” folder stacked with old documentation, receipts and supporting evidence. What an incredible and historic vehicle this is! Although its looks have drastically changed from its original Camel Trophy yellow and all its well equipment adventure ready gear (why would you ever change it!), this Defender 110 has undoubtedly a truly amazing story and history that it will forever be a part of. Here is a great opportunity to own a piece of Land Rover history.

http://www.cameltrophy.org.uk

https://sites.google.com/view/cameltrophyclub/about/vehicles

Interested? More pictures and videos available upon request. Contact us for more information at madroverimports@hotmail.com

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We are very proud to offer this unique 1991 Defender 110 from a private collection from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which is a perfect dry climate for a Land Rover to reside in. What caught our attention was the superb rust free condition and unique configuration of it being a 110 soft top. This 110 was previously part of a large private collection and the owner explained many of the vehicles where originally cars for the UAE government and were used by various departments like the coast guard, ministerial, fire service and patrol type cars. Most were hardly used and where parked outside different HQ's and government buildings, so they have very little mileage and minimal use. Overall a very original and unique Defender with it’s 110 soft-top configuration and removable half doors. With a tough-as-nails look that's practically begging to chew up trails or roam the streets, this British-built Land Rover pickup looks just about right. Not too perfect that you'd be scared to drive it (they weren't perfect when they were new, after all), it's ideal for heading out into the wilderness to get some work done, or for traversing the concrete jungle. Think of the stir you'll create at the local Home Depot when you start loading your supplies into the bed. It would also make a perfect beachcomber or mountain crawler to cruise around in style. It shows zero rust as it’s spent all its life in a desert climate. The previous collector has made sure it’s been presented in good usable order, as it made up part of his proud collection of vintage and unique Land Rovers. 

This Defender 110 soft top is powered by its factory original 2.5 petrol (gas) engine and is finished in a white exterior. The engine starts instantly hot or cold and runs very smoothly and is very quiet; being a gas engine it’s very smooth and hushed unlike its diesel brothers. It cruises lovely at 50-70mph and the idle purrs like a kitten. It’s had a complete suspension and steering overhaul, recently installing a heavy duty springs, new steering box, power steering pump, and panhard bushings. The 110 has a perfect stance and sits level throughout with no rake or squat. A complete engine tune up was completed with a new Weber carburetor, electronic distributor, fuel pump and spark plugs, so it’s running very sweet. The bulkhead, floors, rear cross member, chassis, and all common rust-prone areas are dry and rust-free. All the black areas are coated in a raptor/truck bed for a durable and tough finish. Being a Middle East spec Land Rover it’s very minimalistic and simple, just the way we like them so you can enjoy the driving experience of this 110 to the max. It does not have a heater but then again its a open soft top after all, that’s what driving gloves and hats are for in the event it gets a little chilly. Head down to your local hardware store in one of these and see how many heads you turn, as there probably won’t be another truck like it in the lot. Now imagine the fun you can have not only playing in the dirt, sand, woods and actually using it as intended. Overall a very unique and cool Defender 110 that’s ready to be enjoyed immediately.

Interested? More pictures and videos available upon request. Contact us for more information at madroverimports@hotmail.com

Sold with a clean & clear NC DMV Title. Fully compliant with US customs, DOT & 100% legally imported. Sale price includes free shipping to any lower 48 State.

Need to finance your classic & collector car? Need financing thats quick & convenient for you, so you can buy your dream car today. Contact JJ Best Banc. www.jjbest.com. Loan Officer: Graham Berry. Email: graham@jjbest.com

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Equipped with the coveted and sought after 200Tdi power plant with a five speed manual transmission. It has covered a very low 100k miles with a factory turbo diesel engine that sports an inter-cooled turbo boost efficient design for improved longevity and overall performance, which has made this a highly desired engine over the years. Its simplicity and ease of maintenance as well as being powerful and economical makes it ideal vehicle for off road adventures and to enjoy daily around town or on the highway. 

This 110 is in very good original mechanical condition. This engine pulls and drives like you would expect from a 200Tdi. The chassis has been well looked after and it is in great overall condition with no welds or rot present. The doors, bulkhead and frame are all complete with no rust or weakness. A new rear crossmemeber has been installed. It rides, drives and steers very nicely; it sits on classic Land Rover 16” modular wheels wrapped in new BFGoodrich M/T tires. Overall a classic and iconic D110, which is ready for adventure and equipped to jump in and drive anywhere. 

Interested? More pictures and videos available upon request. Contact us for more information at madroverimports@hotmail.com

Sold with a clean & clear NC DMV Title. Fully compliant with US customs, DOT & 100% legally imported. Sale price includes free shipping to any lower 48 State.

Need to finance your classic & collector car? Need financing thats quick & convenient for you, so you can buy your dream car today. Contact JJ Best Banc. www.jjbest.com. Loan Officer: Graham Berry. Email: graham@jjbest.com

Life’s to short too drive boring cars