1996 LAND ROVER DEFENDER 90 2.5 TDI COUNTY STATION WAGON - 6,962 MILES

KEY FACTS

• A highly original, ultra-low mileage example of the iconic Land Rover Defender, presented in superb ‘time-warp’ condition throughout.
• Under the bonnet sits the 2.5-litre 300 TDi engine, which is coupled to a five-speed manual transmission with high and low-range gearing.
• The odometer displays a mere 6,962 miles from new, and the vehicle has been with its current keeper for the past four years, with only one previous owner.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Presented in ‘County’ specification, this Defender is finished in a desirable Epsom Green Metallic hue contrasted by a Moorland Cloth interior.
• Additional ‘County’ features include the signature stripe decals on the vehicle’s flanks, a factory-fitted sunroof, a full headlining, and alpine windows.
• It rides on a set of 16-inch ‘Freestyle’ alloy wheels, which are shod in BF Goodrich all-terrain tyres.
• Other features include a rear step and an adjustable tow hitch.
• Included with the vehicle are its stamped service record, V5c and original handbooks.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• The Epsom Green Metallic paintwork is in exceptional condition, as shown in the gallery below.
• All four of the ‘Freestyle’ alloy wheels are in excellent condition and are free of any scratches or kerb scuffs.
• The interior is also in fantastic order, with the County-specification Moorland Cloth seats presenting very well indeed.
• The only visible wear in the cabin is a small cut on the underside of the driver’s-side rear seat, as well as some minor scuffs on the bulkhead and rear door.
• There are no known faults with the car, and no warning lights on the dashboard.
• The most recent MOT test took place on 20 August 2020 at 6,946 miles, resulting in a clean pass with no advisories. The vendor has stated a fresh MOT test will be carried out before the vehicle is handed over to its next owner.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Defender’s latest routine maintenance was a standard oil and filter service, which was carried out at 6,960 miles by Saxon Automobiles.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced regularly at Land Rover in Swansea.

SUMMARY

Wonderfully versatile and eminently desirable, this time-warp Land Rover Defender 90 County Edition has been preserved in remarkable condition for its age, with the bodywork, interior and underside all looking excellent. Offered for sale with fewer than 7,000 miles on its odometer and in fine mechanical health, it will make a superb addition to any collection, and could easily be put to sparing use as a superb utility vehicle.

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