1998 Land Rover Defender 90

Highlights

Well-presented 4x4
Limited edition 300TDI 50 Hardtop run out build, this is a highly factory specified Defender
Factory hardtop
Over £3,100 spent in June 2023
Desirable colour option

The Appeal

The 1998 Land Rover Defender 90 TDI’s appeal lies in its blend of off-road capabilities, timeless design, reliability, and character. Its rugged charm and enduring popularity make it a sought-after choice for those who value classic vehicles and outdoor adventures.
Whether you’re a Land Rover enthusiast, a lover of classic off-road vehicles, or simply seeking a unique motor with character, this is the perfect Defender for you!

This 1998 example is believed to be one of just 80 finished in the stunning Cobar Blue Metallic paintwork and one of very few to have been fitted with the factory-spec hardtop as part of the limited edition run-out series 300 TDI, built to capitalise on the success of the 50th-anniversary model.

The History and Paperwork

V5C is present
UK registered on 16th October 1998
Supplied by Hollingdrake Land Rover Dealership, Stockport
Owner’s handbooks present
The service book shows 20 stamps
There are an additional couple of invoices showing the Defender was serviced, but the book was not stamped; this means 22 services were carried out
Recent service at 148,822 miles by SVS Land Rover specialist
A good collection of previous invoices makes up a comprehensive service history
Two keys included
MOT carried out on 17th August 2024

The Condition

Finished in Cobar Blue Metallic paint, and reported that just 80 were produced in this colour
The paintwork presents well
There is a small amount of age-related patina
New front and rear galvanised door hinges and s/s fixings have recently been fitted
The doors align well with an equal gap and open and close with ease
Factory alloy chequer plate wing tops, sill covers, and quarter corners
Mantec snorkel kit
Stainless steel side bars
An alloy steering guard has been fitted
Factory hardtop
County-style rear windows
Factory glass sunroof
Colour-coded wheel arches and hardtop
Adjustable rear towbar and electrics
Alpine rear lights
Tornado wheels finished with gunmetal centres
Five new Toyo Open Country tyres fitted less than 500 miles ago
Raleigh cloth trim
Centre seat
The driver’s seat has been replaced and is in good condition but has faded to a slight purple colour
Four drop-down rear seats are in good condition
Three-spoke steering wheel
Raptor metal instrument binnacle upgrade
LED dash light upgrade
The instruments are working correctly with no warning lights
150,492 miles showing on the odometer
Sony CD head unit and JBL speaker upgrade
A phone holder has replaced the ashtray
Dog guard fitted
All the switchgear and heaters are reported to work correctly
Heavy-duty Land Rover Defender floor mats are in place
There is a small hole in the driver’s side
The headlining is generally in good condition, with a small amount of shrinkage around the sunroof.

The Mechanics

2.5-litre TDI
The engine fires up without hesitation
Five-speed manual gearbox
The gears are easily selected
A new radiator was fitted in June 2023
Front propshaft replaced in June 2023
New steering damper
The timing belt was replaced in June 2023
The brakes bring the Defender to a stop in a straight line with no issues reported

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