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This Defender 110 Heritage tribute has undergone a complete nut, bolt, frame off and drivetrain/mechanical restoration. Complete with the legendary 300Tdi and R380 gearbox. Finished in heritage Land Rover Grasmere Green, matching custom painted 16” Wolf wheels and an Arctic White roof has been fully rebuilt with a gearbox, engine and all auxiliary components with only break in miles showing. This 1994 Defender 110 was restored as a tribute to the 2015 Heritage “HUE” Defender, this truck was a frame-off multi-year and labour of love build.

With its classic look and historical significance this is a homage and purpose built tribute to the now legendary "HUE 166" Defender 110, 2015 Heritage Tribute. As the name suggests, this Defender pays tribute to its past, but the celebration goes beyond 1983 (first Defender model released), the year it the Defender was born. For the original Heritage Edition, Land Rover turned to the "HUE 166," the company’s very first Land Rover Series SUV. Born in 1947, the small two-door off-roader registered as the HUE 166 in Britain kick-started the SUV that would keep in production till 2016.

While it retains the boxy design and the overall features of a regular Defender, the Heritage Edition benefits from a host of unique exterior elements. First up is the Grasmere Green metallic paint job, which is complemented by an Alaska White roof. The Grasmere Green color is perfect in fact, encapsulating the era of classic Landies while still appearing quite fresh because it's unusual. For the trendy types that fawn over Defenders at present it will be perfect. The bespoke model is also equipped with body-colored wheel arches, a feature that adds distinction to this otherwise rugged utility vehicle. In a nod to the original HUE 166 Series, the Heritage Edition received a silver front bumper with black end caps, a bespoke front grille, body-colored headlamp surrounds, and body-colored steel wheels.

Land Rovers went everywhere, did everything, were used by everyone and along the way became a uniquely classless automobile—even today, that mud spattered Defender you spot in an English village could belong to the local farmer, a rock star, or a member of the Royal Family. Winston Churchill drove a Land Rover. So did Steve McQueen. To celebrate 67 years of production and the conclusion of the ‘Defender’, Land Rover built a limited number of 2015 Heritage Editions which have many special features including the Grassmere Green paint – a color scheme determined by a surplus of military paint back in 1947, a black square on the wing with white letters that read HUE 166 – the registration of the first pre-production Series Land Rover, one of the many neat touches you’ll find on the Heritage edition. With its classic look and historical significance this is our homage and purpose built tribute to the now legendary "HUE 166" Defender 110 (2015 limited edition model).

The foundation of this rebuild is a much stronger, newer and lighter TDCI chassis that was re-engineered to take the 300tdi engine and R380 gearbox. It was then completely media blasted, etch primed and powder coated. Engine, gear & transfer boxes, differentials, steering box, drive shafts, flanges and swivels have been dissembled, cleaned and rebuilt with any warn components replaced with OEM parts. This truck sits on all new suspension shocks and springs with new poly bushes throughout. Along with new heavy-duty Wolf steel wheels and wrapped in A/T tires. The interior is classic LR oval logos but with new headliner, new seat foams throughout covered in OEM Land Rover upholstery and matching forward facing third row seats all with seat belts. Front Acoustic rubber matting and floor matts perfectly compliments the rugged nature of this truck and provides easy cleaning. For added comfort the latest spec TDCI air-conditioning kit has been installed that functions through the existing dashboard outlets (feet vents have been turned to blow cold air up). An audio Pioneer bluetooth/aux head unit with hands free calling and pod speakers installed.

This immaculate tribute Defender 110 is only showing some 600 “shake down” miles since its rebuild, starts on the money and will cruise all day long. An investment grade classic that will only increase in value.

Make: Land Rover 

Model: Defender 110

Year: 1994

Engine: 300Tdi (16L)

Engine Size: 2.5lt 4-Cylinder Turbo

Mileage: 400 (break in miles)

Top Speed: 80+- mph appx* (*Trade sources) 

Miles Per Gallon: 23-27mpg 

Power: 111bhp @ 4000rpm 

Torque: 195lb ft @ 1800rpm 

Gearbox: R380 5-Speed Manual

Doors: 5

Fuel Type: Diesel

Exterior color: Green

Interior color: Grey

Permanent four-wheel drive

R380 5-Speed manual gearbox

LT230 transfer case

Two speed High/Low transfer box with differential lock

Power steering

Disc brakes front and rear

PUMA A/C kit installed

Orange poly bush kit through out

Performance silicon hoses

Galvanized hinges

LED lights all round

PUMA Hood (metal)

Land Rover 16” Wolf steel wheels (color coded) x5

Falken Wildpeak A/T Tires 235/85/16 x5

Center cubby box with cup holders

Radio/CD/Bluetooth sound system 

Bluetooth connectivity with smartphone holder

Rear folding and forward facing seats

New chequer plating all round 

Silver Heritage front bumper

Silver fender top checker plate

Heritage edition grill

Land Rover Puma Hood (metal)

4x round top doors and new seals all round

New rear door (and seal) and wheel carrier

New window rubbers throughout

New body seals throughout

New rain seals

New window runners and felt seals

New door handles

Engine and Drivetrain
Ancillaries removed, replaced and overhauled - Expansion tank, radiator, heater box, and wiper mechanism. Complete service using manufacturer spec fluids, filters and belts throughout - all systems flushed before new fluids and filters added. Items serviced front and rear differentials, transfer box, gearbox, steering box, oil change. New higher flow intercooler fitted, new clutch slave fitted. New alternator fitted, new thermostat fitted. New poly bushes throughout. New brake calipers all wheels. New brake lines, New fuel filler neck. New drive hubs. All new engine coolant and air hoses, new fuel pump, all engine components removed and rebuilt. Swivels completely overhauled with new seals and uprated swivel pins. Engine and box out for a cambelt and clutch replacement. With only 600 “shake down” miles showing since the complete rebuild.

Body Work & Exterior
New doors x 4, new tailgate, new metal Puma hood and Heritage front grill. New tub capping, new floor and under floor cross stays, new rear corner edges, new rear panels, new front and rear floor, new side sills, new sill rear quarters, New front bumper, new stainless steel fixings used throughout, new door and hinges, new windscreen and rubber seal, new rubber seals between front bulkhead and windscreen and windscreen and roof, New rubber seals bulkhead and cab back and roof. Complete door aperture rubbers, new rain seals, new window runners and felt seals, seat-box removed and overhauled, new rear quarter window rubbers. New external LED lights throughout, new steering column light switches, new wiper pins, new wiper arms, new wiper blades, new wiper wash jet. Frame completely stripped back and freshly painted, rust free.
 

Interior
Full 7 seater in retro Land Rover “logo” cloth, rear cargo area has forward facing and fold out seating. New Headliner, new Exmoor Trim rubber sound deadening matting throughout, new switches, new TDCi Air conditioning, new Pioneers Aux/Bluetooth audio head unit, TDCi leather steering wheel.

Some walk around, driving and interior videos at the link below,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IST7L0hzmzE

Sale price includes complementary shipping to any lower 48 State. 

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. 

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

To view our Terms & Conditions please scroll to the bottom of this page.

Life’s too short to drive boring cars

A truly stunning restored Defender 110 Double Cab Pick up (DCPU) finished in Land Rover Santorini Black. This is an original left hand drive 200tdi Defender from the South of France that has undergone a total “frame off” restoration. Its original, dry climate chassis (frame) was given new rear and middle cross members prior to media blasting, priming and powder coating making it 100% rust free and built to last. This Defender has been given new doors, swing out tailgate and Puma bonnet as part of a complete panel off re-spray and refurbishment. It has kept its original super strong 200tdi engine (showing just 120,000 miles) and 5-speed LT77 manual transmission (both sitting on new OEM mounts). The engine has the benefit of new turbo, new radiator, new viscous fan and belt, new hoses, new fuel tank, new exhaust and complete service including a new cambelt, tensioners, new clutch and seals, gaskets and fluids.

As well as the drive train, the running gear has undergone a complete overhaul, adding a Terrafirma Pro Sport 2” lift that includes, new springs & shocks, new heavy duty turrets, swivels completely overhauled with new seals and uprated swivel pins, new bushes throughout, new brake lines, new brake pads and shoes, new brake master cylinder, new drive flanges and 5x new 18” Boost alloys (including studs) with new Falken all terrain tires. The original wiring harness was removed from the frame, all outdated additions removed, repaired where necessary, new style light plugs added then fully re-taped. The truck has LED running lights throughout with daytime “Halo” running lights that double as amber turning lights and bumper mounted fog and hi beam assist lights that are wired into existing switchgear. There is also an Anderson charging plug that is accessed in the cab (beneath driver seat) so no need to remove the seat to access battery terminals.

The interior has been given a top of the line burgundy leather 5 seat upgrade. New Exmoor Trim wooden rim steering wheel, and 5 piece hi density sound deadening rubber matts (includes seat box, transmission tunnel and bulkhead cover). As expected the driving experience this Land Rover offers is very impressive, The original 200Tdi starts right up and settles to a very healthy idle. Out on the road it drives and feels incredibly solid and tight with smoothness you wouldn't expect from a ride featuring its 18" alloy wheels and all terrain tires. Power brakes all round will bring it to a stop in short order and its power steering is light and responsive which is not surprising, considering the attentive care it's received. This premium, distinct, and tough-as-nails Defender 110 in rare Double Cab Pick up (DCPU) configuration perfectly combines the go-anywhere 4x4 image but does it in style, with great features, diesel power and luxury interior. So this one is ready to break necks down the street or on the trails. This legendary 4x4 knows how to make a scene, even without showcasing its fearless prowess. It’s one hell of a show stopping Defender 110 Crew.

Make: Land Rover 

Model: Defender 110 Double Cap Pick up (DCPU)

Year: 1991

Engine: 200Tdi

Engine Size: 2.5lt 4-Cylinder Turbo

Mileage: 120k

Top Speed: 70+- mph appx* (*Trade sources) 

Miles Per Gallon: 23-27mpg 

Power: 107bhp @ 4000rpm 

Torque: 195lb ft @ 1800rpm 

Gearbox: 5-Speed Manual

Doors: 4

Fuel Type: Diesel

Exterior color: Black

Interior color: Burgundy/Black

Original Left Hand Drive Defender

Permanent four-wheel drive system

Two-speed High/Low transfer gearbox and a lockable centre differential

LT77S gear box

LT230 transfer case

Power steering

New disc brakes all round

New calipers and brake lines

Terrafirma Pro Sport +2" Shock Absorber & Springs

Leveling kit

Terrafirma dislocation cones

TDCI full headlining

KBX front grill, light surrounds and top vents

LED lights all round 

LED HALO Headlights & Daytime running lights

18" Land Rover Boost style alloys wheels x5

Falken Wildpeak A/T tires x5

Swing away spare wheel carrier

30mm wheel spacers

Brand new cubby box with cup holders

Safari style snorkel

Front bumper with bumper spot lights

Exmoor Trim sound matting/deadening

New rubber seat box covers

New cheque plating all round 

Exmoor Trim sound deadening and matting

Yellow poly bushes through out

Side bars/steps

Rear roll bar

Land Rover Puma Hood (metal)

4x round top doors and new seals all round

New interior seating

Engine and Drivetrain
Ancillaries removed cleaned and overhauled - Expansion tank, radiator, heater box, wiper mechanism. Complete service using manufacturer spec fluids, filters and belts throughout - all systems flushed before new fluids and filters added. Items serviced front and rear differentials, transfer box, gearbox, steering box, oil change. New higher flow intercooler fitted, new clutch slave fitted. New alternator fitted, new thermostat fitted. New yellow poly bushes throughout. New brake calipers all wheels. New brake lines, New fuel filler neck. New drive hubs. New free flow exhaust - single muffler. Swivels completely overhauled with new seals and uprated swivel pins. New turrets and dislocation cones with new shocks and springs, all Terrafirma. Terrafirma Pro Sport +2" lift suspension kit. Engine and box out for a cambelt and clutch replacement.

Body Work & Exterior
New doors x 4, new tailgate, new metal Puma hood. Rear tub complete overhaul including new rear bulkhead, new tub capping, new floor and under floor cross stays, new rear corner edges, new rear panels, new front and rear floor, new TDCI cab back and windows, new side sills, new sill rear quarters, New front bumper, new stainless steel fixings used throughout, new door and tailgate hinges, new windscreen and rubber seal, new rubber seals between front bulkhead and windscreen and windscreen and roof, New rubber seals between rear bulkhead and cab back and cab back and roof. Complete door aperture rubbers, new rain seals, new window runners and felt seals, seat-box removed and overhauled, New rear quarter window rubbers. New external LED lights throughout, new steering column light switches, New wiper pins, new wiper arms, new wiper blades, new wiper wash jet. Frame completely stripped back and freshly painted, rust free.
 

Interior

Full Burgundy leather 5 seat TDCI Puma interior. Pair of front full burgundy leather Corbeau low base sport seats. Black contrast stitching, perforated centre panel and diamond quilting to bolster panels. Full Exmoor trim sound matting and deadening. Classic Moto-lita wood trim 3 spoke steering wheel.

Electrical

All wiring has been inspected, after market additions have been removed and loom returned to original. Daytime running lights.

Option to install A/C available.

Some walk around videos at the links below,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHCTa56EV3o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS3cDvqTzeg&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrCvOKSACzw&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7wLYdQGv2U&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWflgQY7Cns&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQt2Ql3Tkok&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc_nH91t3mg&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3BHMpPWjIw&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=990ECdTdv7U&feature=youtu.be

Sale price includes complementary shipping to any lower 48 State. 

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. 

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

To view our Terms & Conditions please scroll to the bottom of this page.

Life’s too short to drive boring cars

This is a 1994 Land Rover Defender 90 with the legendary 300tdi engine and R380 gearbox. The 300Tdi engine sports an inter-cooled turbo boost design, superior to the older versions and with improved longevity and overall performance has made this a highly desired engine over the years. It has gone on to prove itself as one of Land Rovers most reliable and trustworthy engines ever produced. It holds straight and steady on the road, with the 300Tdi engine matted to the R380 5-speed gearbox it is a joy to drive and very enjoyable behind the wheel. In 2016 it underwent a nice refurbishment and was finished in Land Rover Oxford blue with updated LED lights and a more modern front with an KBX grill kit. Inside the interior boasts a very clean and tidy grey vinyl seats, large center cubby/storage box, remote control central locking doors, Pioneer audio unit (bluetooth, USB, Aux), updated electronic EGT, PSI boost and volt meter gauges. During the refurb it was also sound deadened from top to bottom and front to rear. It also has full black carpet fitted with original rubber tunnel and bulkhead surround matting. The rear floor is fully lined with rubber matt over the top of the sound deadening for easy cleaning.

Another great reason to have a Land Rover built for a foreign country is under the hood. As the US was never blessed with the diesel power plants and we all know diesel provides the best torque to get you through or over anything. It sits on 16” Land Rover Mach 5 - Max Xtrac alloy wheels wrapped with 265/75/16 Discoverer Cooper M/T tires for a chunky and aggressive stance. All lights, heater, wipers, radio and gauges work, as they should. This Defender is turn key and ready to be enjoyed. Be the first to own this stylish and brute of a Defender 90 with the renowned 300Tdi engine, which is often described as one of the best engines Land Rover ever made. The chassis, bulkhead and door-frames are in great condition with no signs of corrosion or issues, a new rear crossmember, outriggers and footwells where installed and it has previously been fully undercoated, treated and under sealed, for extra protection against the elements. 

Distinct, intimidating, and genuinely rugged, this Land Rover Defender 90 is the ideal 4x4 to take you on an adventure. It's an adventure ready Defender! Ready for anything, daily driver, mud crawler, 4x4 off-roading or garage queen. Get it into the rough and tough stuff off road and this Defender really comes into its own. The purpose built 2" suspension is well controlled and comfortable, but when combined with the meaty tires it gives astonishing capability in all terrain. With the Defender's AWD system, rock/tree sliders, bull bar, snorkel and with the additional ground clearance, it will get you over or through anything you can't drive around or submerge into! It's a serious, no nonsense and purpose built D90. Mechanically sound and set up for adventure, all the important (and expensive) upgrades and accessories have already been heavily invested into this machine. It merely needs a new owner who is ready get behind the wheel to enjoy and use this Defender.

Make: Land Rover 

Model: Defender 90

Year: 1994

Engine: 300Tdi

Engine Size: 2.5lt 4-Cylinder Turbo

Mileage: 143,110 miles 

Top Speed: 80+- mph appx* (*Trade sources) 

Miles Per Gallon: 23-27mpg 

Power: 111bhp @ 4000rpm 

Torque: 195lb ft @ 1800rpm 

Gearbox: R380 5-Speed Manual

Doors: 3

Fuel Type: Diesel

Exterior color: Blue

Interior color: Grey

Height: 81.5"

Permanent four-wheel drive system

Two-speed High/Low transfer gearbox and a lockable center differential

R380 gearbox

LT230 transfer case

Power steering

Disc brakes front and rear

Checker plate hood and wing tops

Rock/tree sliders

Terrafirma shock absorber & spring kit all terrain

Land Rover 16” Mach 5 - Max Xtrac alloy wheels x5

Cooper Discoverer STT Pro M/T tires 265/75/16 x5

Rear bench seat with seatbelts fitted

Rear cargo load/storage box

Heavy-duty tubular winch bumper (option to install winch available)

Heavy-duty sump and steering guards

KBX grill and vent kit 

Polly bushes all round 

Raptor dash console 

Center cubby storage/box 

Momo steering wheel 

Stainless steel sill covers

Sound deadened/matting (from top to bottom, and front to rear)

Fully carpeted fitted with original rubber tunnel and inserts

2" Suspension lift kit - Terrafirma shocks and Super Gaz springs

Blistien steering damper

Uprated shock turrets

Dislocation cones front and rear 

Differential guards front and rear

LED lights all round

Mantec safari snorkel

Central locking doors with remote key fobs (2 keys, 2 remote fobs)

Pioneer audio unit - Bluetooth, USB, Aux

Electronic gauges - EGT, PSI boost and volt meter gauges

*Option to install a winch available.

*Option to remove rear storage box and replace with a bench seat with belts.

Recent service work completed includes (2018 - current), 

• Oil and filter change
• Cambelt belt replaced
• Track rod ends and roll bar replaced
• New radiator fitted with coolant flush and fill
• Drive belts
• Alternator
• Steering box
• New rear crossmember
• New suspension shocks and springs
• Glow plugs
• Battery 
• Rear prop shaft
• Ball joints
• Boost pin
• Fuel lift pump
• New boost pipe/hose
• New brake calipers front and rear
• New rotors and pads
• Swivel ball seals
• New diff/gearbox/transfer fluid
• Transfer box was removed and all seals replaced
• Front drive flanges 
• Front door seals
• Bulkhead to window seal replaced 

Some walk around, driving and interior videos at the link below,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gwBhJqCy6o

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. 

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

To view our Terms & Conditions please scroll to the bottom of this page.

Life’s too short to drive boring cars

This is a 1995 Land Rover Defender 90 with the legendary 300tdi engine and R380 gearbox. Finished in classic Land Rover Coniston green with new Exmoor Trim black canvas soft top. Its finished in a quintessential British color for a Defender and suits its very well. With its original paint, color and unrestored condition, it does show usual age related marks and blemishes with the nature of it being a 25yr old vehicle, which only add to its character. A great reason to have a Land Rover built for a foreign country is under the hood. As the US was never blessed with the diesel power plants and we all know diesel provides the best torque to get you through or over anything. The 300Tdi engine has gone on to prove itself as one of Land Rovers most reliable and trustworthy engines ever produced. It is a true joy to drive and handles very well out on the road. The 300tid engine matted to the R380 gearbox is a breeze to drive and a pefect combination. Inside the interior boasts a clean and original grey vinyl trim seats with a center cubby box with cup holders. The rear cargo area has bench seats fitted with lap belts.

Mechanically this Defender is as sweet as they come, perfect even for a Defender, dare I say it…..opps I just did. It starts instantly, everything works as it should. Witnesses have stated its even cruised on the motorway (UK highway) at nearly 90mph and the drivers foot wasn't even flat to the floor – its a strangely fast truck, just proves what a well serviced and good running 300tdi can produce. A small puff of smoke on start up is always expected but then runs clear. As well as a fresh service, this D90 also has had new front brake calipers and pads, new door seals, new windscreen rubber, new side steps, new swing away wheel carrier, new rear tail gate, new Exmoor Trim canvas top and galvanized frame kit, new floor matts and tunnel cover. It sits on Land Rover 16" Boost alloys wheels wrapped in 235/85/16 A/T tires for a comfortable and smooth ride.

This Defender is turn key and ready to be enjoyed. Roll up the soft top and let the breeze go bye. All and all it's a Defender 90 in a great original condition, distinct, intimidating and genuinely rugged. This Defender 90 is the ideal 4x4 to take you on any adventure.

Make: Land Rover 

Model: Defender 90

Year: 1995

Engine: 300Tdi (16L)

Engine Size: 2.5lt 4-Cylinder Turbo

Mileage: 133,600

Top Speed: 80+- mph appx* (*Trade sources) 

Miles Per Gallon: 23-27mpg 

Power: 111bhp @ 4000rpm 

Torque: 195lb ft @ 1800rpm 

Gearbox: R380 5-Speed Manual

Doors: 3

Fuel Type: Diesel

Exterior color: Green

Interior color: Black

Permanent four-wheel drive system

Two-speed High/Low transfer gearbox and a lockable center differential

R380 gearbox

LT230 transfer case

Power steering

Disc brakes front and rear

Checker plate wing tops, hood & sides

Super Gaz 2” suspension lift kit, shocks and springs

Foldable side steps

Galvanized door hinges all round

Land Rover 16” Boost alloy wheels x5

235/85/16 A/T tires x5

Spare swing away tire carrier

Center cubby box

Radio/CD/AUX player

Brand new black Exmoor Trim canvas soft top (with side windows)

Brand new galvanized frame set

Rear bench seats with lap belts

Front A bull bar/nudge bar

Hi-lift jack and interior mount

Recent service work completed includes (2019 - current),

• Oil and filter change
• Air filter
• New battery
• Fuel filter
• Garret turbocharger
• New front brake calipers and brake pads
• Brakes flush and bleed
• Steering box removed and recondition with new seals

Some walk around, driving and interior videos at the link below,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrRBz3yP5z4

Sale price includes complementary shipping to any lower 48 State. 

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. 

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

To view our Terms & Conditions please scroll to the bottom of this page.

Life’s too short to drive boring cars

We love a classic Land Rover because it has a soul and its an old truck with a tire on the hood. Not only that but also because it looks like it's ready for an adventure no matter if it's climbed to the top of a mountain, cruised along beach, through the jungle or on Safari, or just parked in the driveway, this 1981 Land Rover Series III can do it all. We are delighted to present for sale this handsome series III refurbished to James Bond Spec, for those of you that know, the new Bond movie ‘No Time to Die’ premiers in November 2020. Early clips released from the film and shoots show James Bond in none other than a Marine blue Land Rover Series III. Production on the 25th James Bond movie kicked off, and the first set photos from Jamaica show Daniel Craig’s, retired James Bond driving around in an old and trusty Land Rover Series III. The first look shows Bond driving an open-top Series III Land Rover down the streets of Jamaica. With Jaguar Land Rover having been heavly involved in the 007 enterprises since the mid-80s, it's no surprise to see a return in the new film with this classic Land Rover Series III. 

This Series III is a 4x4 worthy of its go-anywhere heritage, it looks great on the road too. The Series III like this is an unmistakable part of that lineage. No matter if it's a Rolls Royce, Jaguar or a Land Rover, everyone always loves the look of a British car in right-hand drive. So you'll love the looks you get when getting out of the "right" side. This one looks ready for adventure at a moment's notice with the hood-mounted spare wheel, removable half doors and fold down windscreen. It's all finished in a vintage Land Rover, in classic Marine Blue. It's accented with a Limestone hardtop roof and matching steel wheels to finished of the vintage look. That's what makes this ole 1981 Land Rover so appealing. It stands out for the way it retains the look of a true explorer, right down to the details. Owning a classic 4x4 like this means getting the style just right. It carries the iconic Land Rover Series look thanks to a wearing correct-style color combination. This one is clean, sharp, and absolutely rugged.

It has a iconic feel with the thin, robust steering wheel, tall gearstick, retro gauges, extra levers and proper red and yellow levers for four-wheel drive/low high range and free wheeling hubs. You can sit three across up front in individual-style seats. The rear compartment will accommodate several passengers or a ton of cargo, complete with two rear bench seats and lap belts. Its looks highly original but has been nicely refurbished to a good standard. It also has received the right maintenance, including receipts within the last year for basic servicing, tune up, carburetor and transmission work. The interior is pure substance over style, combining the Land Rover's utility and purposeful look with a few useful amenities to make it manageable in the modern world. The accommodations are bare because luxury was a luxury you couldn't afford in the middle of nowhere. Reliability was paramount and as a result, the interiors were made of durable, easy-to-maintain materials that would wear like iron. All the necessities are there, including comfortable seats and a full array of instruments that are as close to basic as you're going to find. It's simple and was built to have a no-nonsense approach. Even the awesome hard roof remains in great shape, and you'll love the added protection it provides. With the classic removable half doors and fold down windscreen you can turn this ole girl into the ultimate open top cruiser in no time. Complete with the very rare factory rear lift tailgate option, which makes converting to a soft top or completely topless nice and effortlessly. The sale will come complete with its original limestone hard top roof and sides (see photo gallery for hard top installed). As well as a brand new Exmoor Trim tan canvas soft top and galvanized frame set. Which will give you three ultimate Series configurations, hard top, soft top and open top.

The 2.25-liter motor is part of the robust tradition of durable Land Rover power. And this one shows the right signs of a good investment in keeping it looking stock and well maintained. It's also relatively efficient and easy to service under all conditions. This truck shows just 71,159 original miles. So you have a strong-running package that upholds the tradition of the hearty Land Rover Series vehicles. The four-speed manual gearbox shifts smoothly as it gives you complete control over the motor, plus with Fairy overdrive you can cruise comfortably (as well as one can in a old Land Rover anyway). These have an awesome look and feel right down to solid sound of the doors closing. You know it's time to fall in love with a well-done classic Land Rover. The manual is easy to use, and the 4-wheel-drive system is arguably the worlds best. All the original equipment remains intact to give you the genuine experience. The result is a traditional-looking off-roader or urban cruiser that works like a real vehicle in today's world. Seen in the backgrounds all over the world for decades, the Land Rover is one of the most famous vehicles on Earth. The build quality is very good of course, giving it a rugged, purposeful look that looks indestructible. This is the legendary 4x4 that has all the right moves to back up its tough appearance. So if you want to go everywhere and look great doing it this is the classic “No Time Too Die” James Bond Series III. If you're looking for something a little bit different, with some forthcoming Hollywood charm and movie stardom this Series will prove to be it.

Make: Land Rover 

Model: Series III (88)

Year: 1981

Engine: 2.25Lt Zenith Type Carburetor 

Engine Size: 2.25lt 4-Cylinder Gas

Mileage: 71,xxx 

Power: 74hp @ 4,200 rpm

Torque: 117lb⋅ft @ 2,000 rpm

Gearbox: LT95 4-Speed Manual with Fairy overdrive

Top Speed: 63 mph

Miles Per Gallon: 12-14mpg

Doors: 2

Fuel Type: Gas

Exterior color: Marine Blue

Interior color: Black

Four wheel drive - part-time - rear permanent (front engaged manually)

Free wheeling hubs

Fairy overdrive

Very rare split rear tailgate from new (itemized on original order form)

Removable hardtop

Full Exmoor trim canvas soft top

Land Rover 16" steel wheels 

Insa Turbo All Terrain tires 235/85/16 x5

Drum brakes front and rear

Parabolic springs and shocks

Half doors and removable

Fold down windscreen

Original galvanized cappings

Hood mounted spare wheel

Radio/Cassette deck

New deluxe Exmoor Trim  front seats

New wing mirrors

New Series III grill

New lights and lenses all round

New premium rubber floor matts front and rear

Sale will come complete with its original limestone hard top roof and sides (see photo gallery for hard top on). As well as a brand new Exmoor Trim tan canvas soft top and galvanized frame set. Which will give you three ultimate Series configurations, hard top, soft top and open top.

THE LAND ROVER SERIES III – A BRIEF INTRODUCTION

The Land Rover Series 3 was introduced in 1971 and was pretty much a “face-lifted” version of the Series 2 and 2a. Most parts are interchangeable between the 2a and the 3. The Series 3 (commonly referred to as the Series III) featured a few mechanical improvements over the Series 2a. It had the fully synchromesh four speed gearbox that had been fitted to late model Series 2a, the headlights were mounted on the front of the fenders/wings, and the front metal grille was replaced by a stylish looking plastic one. The bonnet/hood of the Series 3 was re-styled with a rounded front edge and recessed spare wheel, which both looked good and turned out to be practical. The interior of the Land Rover Series III was distinctly different in appearance. The plain metal, easy to maintain, central dashboard of the Series 2 and 2a was replaced with a modern looking plastic one, which re-located the instruments directly in front of the driver. This was actually a very practical change as the instruments are easily visible and the whole dashboard gave the vehicle a rather more up-market look. 

In the electrical department the old style Lucas generator was replaced with an alternator providing much better electrical performance, and reliability. The old Lucas generators (dynamo) of the earlier Land Rovers had a poor reputation for reliability, the end bearing being a common weakness that would chew out and cause the generator to fail. This and similar problems led to Lucas being wryly referred to as “the prince of darkness”. So the new electrical system with a nice new Lucas alternator was a welcome improvement. Production of the Land Rover Series 3 began in 1971 and ended in 1985, and about mid-way through the Series 3’s production, in 1976, the 1,000,000 Land Rover rolled off the production line at Solihull. The end of production of the Series 3 in 1985 marked the end of production of the Land Rovers most directly descended from Maurice Wilks’ original sketch in the sand at the beach in Anglesey. The Series 3 was the final refinement of that original and classic design and they have proved to be an excellent and now iconic vehicle.

Current service work includes,

• Oil and filter change
• Fuel filter
• Ignition coil
• New spark plugs and wires
• New upgraded electronic distributor
• New suspension shocks
• New front parabolic springs
• New front brake shoes and springs
• New front brake lines

Remarkably this old Land Rover includes stacks of historical documents, original build sheets, purchase orders and service history from the day it was born back in Solihull, England in 1981. All complete with service history documents, invoices and maintenance. It even includes the original invoice/purchase order from Leyland Trucks & Land Rover from 1981. Pretty cool! When we mean complete, we mean complete, with every single service record down to exact mile and date for the vehicle from 1981 all documented till now. Thats over 39 years of historical documents, which is truly phenomenal record keeping by all its previous owners. Astonishing Land Rover documented history that is priceless.

Some walk around, driving and interior videos at the link below,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz-aOpVSXpI

Sale price includes complementary shipping to any lower 48 State. 

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. 

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