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Arguably one of the most recognized British car brands in the world, the Defender nameplate first appeared in 1983, and it's 67-year production run is a true testament to its success. Like the Willy's Jeep, The Defender was designed for military purposes, but quickly gained popularity for its "go anywhere, do anything" attitude. Unfortunately, the U.S banned sales of the Defender in 1997 due to safety regulations but said regulations were lifted in 2020, which meant that examples such as the one featured here could finally legally touch down on American soil. This 1994 Land Rover Defender 90 (short wheelbase) has all of its import documentation and customs approval. The vehicle has also had quite a bit of work to bring it up to modern driving standards and is currently up for sale in Florida with 155,000 miles done.
One of the most distinguishable features about the Defender is its boxy, all-aluminum bodywork. The design choice plays well into the rugged personality that this vehicle is admired for by its loyal global fan base, and this particular example has gone through a lot of care to preserve its heritage. This 1994 Land Rover Defender 90 was repainted in 2021, and now wears a slate grey and gloss black exterior paint, giving it a stealth-like appearance. The vehicle also has tinted windows, a lift kit, and a set of meaty Goodrich Mud-Terrain tires that are said to be replaced not too long ago. The interior keeps within the same trend as the outside of the vehicle, keep in mind, this SUV was meant for military purposes, and comfort options were kept to a minimum. Right off the bat, one of the most recognizable features about this vehicle is that it's right-hand drive. It may be in the U.S, but it is a British vehicle after all. The Defender has its iconic face-to-face bench-style seating in the rear that has reportedly been installed recently and looks fairly new. There's also a recently installed radio with Bluetooth and aux compatibility. It's connected to a sub too, so your music will surely sound sweet.
Under the hood of this 1994 Land Rover Defender 90 sits a torquey 2.5L Turbodiesel engine. As you might have figured out by now, these engines were celebrated for their ability to keep going regardless of the punishment received. This one has recently replaced valve cover seals, a flushed trans box, a full fluid flush on its oil and coolant system, a replaced fan clutch, a replaced coolant thermostat, as well as a recently replaced fuel tank.
Car Location: Florida Recently replaced valve cover seals - current seller Full fluid flush on oil and coolant system - current seller Flushed trans box - current seller Replaced fan clutch - current seller Replaced coolant thermostat - reported by seller Recently installed seats by previous owner Recently installed radio w/ bluetooth, aux, usb Repainted silver in 2021 Recently imported w/ documentation and customs approval Window tint Lift kit Modified side outlet for exhaust Right hand drive Manual transmission Recently replaced tires x 5 including the spare all powder coated black Recently installed fuel tank by previous owner
The Land Rover Defender comes from a lineage of over 50 years of off-road excellence. The first Land Rover Series examples hit British roads in 1948, and soon made their way to nearly all countries across the globe. Throughout the years, Land Rover made hundreds of enhancements to the Series, including naming it the Defender in late 1990. Produced in several wheelbases, the 90 was the shortest variant available. While most Defender 90s are typically three-door SUVs, this particular 1993 Land Rover Defender 90 is an interesting, two-door single cab pickup truck variant. Bearing 80,000 miles to its name, this vehicle is now up for sale, and makes an excellent off-road runabout.
If there was one machine that immediately represents the art and joy of off-roading you can rest assured that a Land Rover Defender would be a top contender. For over 50 years this British icon has helped push the envelope in terms of exploring the great unknown. Representing the off-road icon today is none other than this 1995 Land Rover Defender 90. With a reported 72,000 miles on the clock, this low mileage example can be yours to experience an authentic Defender experience in all its glory.
There is a dedicated group of enthusiasts who swear by a Land Rover Series, or Land Rover Defender. Produced since 1948, the Land Rover Series became the Defender in late 1990, when Land Rover switched to a new naming convention for their models. While the Series underwent hundreds of updates throughout its life, including during its Defender time, the external appearance of the vehicle remains roughly similar. This 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 is no different; park it next to a 1948 Series 1 and you’ll immediately notice the similarities. But, there are several differences too. This vehicle has done just under 700 miles after undergoing a comprehensive full frame up restoration including a conversion to left-hand drive for easier driving in the United States.
The Rover company of Britain had to shift their priorities to adjust to the post-war consumer environment. Prior to the War, Rover made luxury cars but in a new era of promised prosperity among austerity, the automaker turned their attention towards bolstering Britain’s burgeoning agricultural industry. The Willys Jeep of USA was the inspiration, and what emerged was the Land Rover Series in 1948. The Series became the Series II, Series III, and Defender over many decades of solid service, not only in Britain, but across the world. Meanwhile, a Spanish automaking outfit called Santana started working closely with Land Rover to build their own versions in Spain. Today, we’ve got one of their creations, a 1976 Land Rover 88 Series III Santana that was reportedly given a full frame-off restoration in 2023. The vehicle’s rebuilt engine has got less than 1,000 miles on it, as has its rebuilt gearbox. Furthermore, this vehicle was imported from Colombia, highlighting the journey that it’s taken halfway across the world to get to Florida where it currently awaits a new owner – which could be you!
Every country has its own off-road icon. Japan has the Land Cruiser, America has the Jeep Wrangler, and Germany has the Mercedes G-Class. But none of these quite compare to the Land Rover Defender. Its origins can be traced back to 1948 when the first Land Rover was launched. Over the next few decades, it evolved into the Series II and the Series III (including a few sub-series), and in 1983, an improved, more modern Land Rover 110 was launched. This would bear the distinct appearance that we now call the Defender (a nameplate that was finally attached to it in 1990). Production finally ended in 2016 after 67 years and over 2 million units. But the story doesn’t end there, for in 2020, Land Rover launched the all-new L663 Defender. “Same, but different” is the simplest way to describe this new car, as it clearly carries many design elements from its heritage and brings the great off-road capabilities of its forefathers, but with modern technology and comfort integrated into it. This 2023 Defender 100 S Trek Edition is quite special, as the owner tells us that it's number 80 out of only 100 units built that exist in North America.
The classic Land Rover Defender is directly descended from 1948’s Land Rover Series I. After World War II, the Rover Company of Britain wanted to create a tough off-road vehicle for agricultural use. Things started as the Series I, then Series II, Series III, and finally the Defender by the early 1990s. Across the world, Defenders are renowned for their tough persona and go-anywhere capabilities. This 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 is no different. What’s more, the vehicle is fresh from a restoration that was completed in February 2025. It also has a new engine that is less than 1,000 miles on it. Basically, this is a born-again vehicle that’s better than when it left the factory in 1997 and is up for grabs with us. If you wish to own it, give us a call or shoot us a DM pronto.
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