Description
1986 LAND ROVER 90 SOFT TOP - KEY FACTS benefitting from an extensive restoration and upgrade programme. Finished in matalic Tonga Green with Tan Connolly leather.
Powered by a replacement 2.5-litre 300Tdi diesel inline-four, sending power to all four wheels via an Ashcroft rebuilt LT77 five-speed manual transmission. The odometer displays c900 miles which was replaced with a new unit along with the other dashboard instrumentation when the interior was re-trimmed, original comes with the car. The odometer was recently replaced to convert from kilometres to miles, and that it has all been confirmed by the DVLA. Originally a Ministry of Defence vehicle with the registration 77-KF-33. Demobbed in 1999, when it was issued the number plate D741 ENV. It has since received a full body-off restoration to military specification by the previous owner, including chassis repainting, and fitment of a galvanised bulkhead. The gearbox has been rebuilt as has the transfer case and axles, new suspension and bushings, adding the new tan Connolly leather interior.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES - offset by a heritage front grille and light package, a sand-coloured Exmoor Trim soft-top roof. Inside, the cabin features tan Connolly leather upholstery, with square-quilted inserts on the seats and centre armrest, and a leather-covered dashboard. It rides on a set of 16-inch black steel 'Wolf' wheels, shod in BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain tyres. The factory specification includes a high and low-range gearbox, manually operated sliding windows, a selection of dials, and heater and ventilation controls. Further upgrades include a wood-rimmed Momo Indy steering wheel, Wipac headlights, integrated Marshall music system with Bluetooth connectivity, Safety Devices roll cage, new Exmoor Trim hood, and heated front seats.
Mechanically, the original 200Tdi engine has been replaced with a 300Tdi unit, the original drum brakes have been replaced with discs, uprated Fox suspension has been fitted, and the power steering pump and cabin heater have been upgraded. The intercooler, radiator and hoses have also been upgraded. JFT Motorsport (c2018) overhauled the engined including auxiliary items and belts, and a check of the valve gaps.
In 2023/24 Gigglepin replaced most engine and gearbox gaskets, timing belts and carried out the service.
Never used in the wet, winter months stored in my heated/dehumidifer garage as part of my car/bike collection hence its great condition.
Extensive invoices.