Description
We are thrilled to offer what must be one of the finest Land Rover Defender 130s in the United Kingdom—a truly exceptional, late-production 2014 XS Double Cab High Capacity Pickup, finished in the ever-iconic and beautifully period-correct Keswick Green.
A factory-built 130 XS HCPU is rare enough in its own right, but this example takes things to an entirely different level. With just 54, 000 miles from new and a no-expense-spared approach to both comfort and usability, it represents the pinnacle of what a properly executed OEM+ Defender should be. Far removed from the sea of cheaply modified examples on the market, this build is a masterclass in quality, originality, and restrained sophistication.
The transformation has been carried out with precision and purpose, with over £20, 000 of recent expenditure focused entirely on enhancing refinement and drivability, without compromising the classic Defender character. Key highlights include a full 4-corner air suspension conversion from On Air Suspension with Fox shocks, a two-stage sound deadening system, and a pair of OEM Recaro CS Sportster bucket seats. As a result, this is undoubtedly one of the best driving Defenders we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering.
Adding to the sense of refinement and comfort is a seriously impressive, discreetly integrated sound system. At its heart is a high-end 8-channel DSP amplifier, working in harmony with a dedicated 500-watt mono amplifier to drive a carefully curated selection of premium components. These include Hertz Mille Legend tweeters mounted on top of the dashboard, 3" midrange drivers tucked subtly under the dash, and 6. 5" midbass speakers providing depth and clarity from the lower doors. Two JL Audio 10TW3 subwoofers, neatly installed beneath the rear seats, deliver deep, controlled bass that adds a powerful low-end foundation. The result is an exceptionally immersive audio experience—executed here with impressive subtlety and precision.
Further upgrades include but are certainly not limited to:
– Full HCPU hood frame and canvas
– Sony Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto head unit
– High-performance intercooler with Bell Auto Services ECU remap
– Short shift kit for a tighter gear change
– Full black Alcantara headlining
– Nakatenga steel wheels
– LED headlights and full LED lighting all round
– Wheel arch extensions for a subtle, more planted stance
– leather interior trim
– Twin bespoke storage boxes integrated into the rear bed
The Defender is accompanied by a full service history, with main dealer records up to 2018 and the same trusted Land Rover specialist maintaining the car ever since. It has clearly led a cherished life, and the quality of workmanship throughout is exceptional. The 130 was serviced in February this year, less than 200 miles ago.
Powered by the refined 2. 2 TDCi engine—the final and most polished powerplant ever fitted to the Defender—this 2014 example stands as one of the last of its kind before production ended, adding further significance and collectability.
Presented in outstanding condition and boasting a unique combination of usability, presence, and poise, this Defender 130 offers a rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously built example at a considerable saving over its build cost.
Contact us for further information and photographs—vehicles of this calibre rarely surface.
