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Highlights

  • Comprehensive restoration with original bulkhead and chassis
  • Private plate now removed and the car is back on D778OOH
  • Upgraded braking system with discs all around
  • Full stainless steel bespoke exhaust system
  • Heated seats and windscreen
  • Complete with Land Rover Heritage Certificate

The Appeal


The Land Rover is so synonymous with off-roading and pastoral Britain that even the most disinterested of laymen knows what it is, what it's for and what it looks like. These cars are one of those essential, keystone classics that everybody needs to drive once - a fixture that's impossible to ignore and, for many, hard to resist - sitting amongst the Mini, the Volkswagen Bus and the like as a bona-fide pop culture icon. 

This 1987 example comes to us in fine fettle, following a comprehensive restoration. The original bulkhead and chassis have been meticulously restored and upgraded, while elsewhere we can see work done for a complete engine rebuild, new doors, panels, and a respray. The braking system has been upgraded to discs all around, and the bespoke stainless steel exhaust system ensures the V8 engine sounds as powerful as it performs.

With a Land Rover Heritage Certificate and original log book from its first keeper - West Midlands Police - this vehicle is a unique and compelling opportunity to take on a true British classic.

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History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1987
  • Originally used by West Midlands Police
  • In current ownership since 2017
  • Full restoration carried out while in current ownership
  • MOT valid until JULY 2024
  • Some service history from the previous owner
  • Full inventory of the restoration available to the buyer
  • Land Rover Heritage Certificate included
  • Complete with the original log book from West Midlands Police
  • Currently indicates 107,854 miles

The Condition

  • Bodywork looks in very good order
  • Chassis and bulkhead powder-coated and wax-oiled
  • Resprayed exterior - largely in excellent order, save for some spots of reaction
  • Five brand new tyres on refurbished wheels
  • Underside is solid and free of any corrosion we can discern
  • Interior presents well with retrimmed heated seats, metal dash clock bezel, centre console, and glove box
  • Lockable military style side-bins
  • Cubby box fitted where centre seat would be
  • All lights renewed and upgraded
  • Electric windows and heated windscreen
  • Push-button start with immobiliser fob
  • Detachable steering wheel and lockable military-style side bins

The Mechanics

  • 3.5L V8 powerplant
  • Manual transmission with 5 gears
  • Engine completely rebuilt with new cam, bearings, and water pump
  • Full stainless steel bespoke exhaust system
  • New fuel system including tank, sender unit, and overhauled carbs
  • Gearbox and transfer box are works exchange units
  • Front and rear anti-roll bars fitted
  • New adjustable tow bar fitted
  • Braking system upgraded to discs all around
  • New battery and isolator switch
  • We understand the car is in excellent working order with no mechanical issues
  • The vendor informs us that it's ready and waiting to drive away
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Auction Details
  • Year 1987
  • Make Land Rover
  • Model Defender
  • Colour Red
  • Mileage 107,854 Miles
  • Engine size 3500
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Coventry
  • County West Midlands
  • Country United Kingdom
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Bidding history
3 bids
  • kingdee•••• £5,200 05/07/24
  • caffein•••• £5,100 02/07/24
  • stephan•••• £5,000 29/06/24

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