Description
An unusual, upgraded example of a TD5 with rear and side windows and folding back seats. 2006
Owned this Hague Blue Land Rover Defender 110 for 9 years, during which time we've spent thousands on it, and there's a substantial folder of invoices from a trusted local garage showing consistent care and major mechanical work.
Recent work includes new clutch assembly and dual-mass flywheel, replacement rear differential, new alternator, starter motor, Bosch battery, new brake callipers and pads, rear hub and stub axle, gearbox and transfer box oil change, rear axle oil, and a door latch and catch. It's also had a new reverse light, side steps, and grille, plus regular servicing and MOTs with attention to oils, filters and brake hydraulics. The invoices show many major components renewed over the past few years, keeping it in strong mechanical order.
The speedometer is not currently working, and chassis corrosion not affecting overall stability or integrity was noted at last MOT, hence price.
An excellent starter, and has been a truly reliable car for us
Excellent drive - a comfortable 75 on the motorway and a solid, energetic drive on our country lanes.
Spec - Exmoor front seats with absolutely no tears, Electric Windows, ABS, Remote central locking, 6 Seats with easy potential for 9, black faux leather rear folding bench seats, leatherette central cubby box, bluetooth player with upgraded speakers, silver alloys, 5 speed manual gearbox, new side steps, Rear Mud Flaps, tow bar, Thatcham factory fitted Alarm/Immobiliser.
Always starts first time, drives beautifully, with a quiet engine, very easy reverse gear, lovely smooth gears, excellent suspension. No significant rust on the bodywork and all the doors are very solid, just the usual small scratches and dents for its age. The chassis has had a small amount of welding but the most recent MOT passed it as solid.
I added rear side windows (you can see the earlier photos before that was done), fitted decent speakers and two leatherette side benches in the back.
A smooth, clean, easy drive and genuinely reliable Defender that's ready to be enjoyed.