Description
Highlights:
– 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, 5-speed manual transmission
– Rebuilt from the chassis up, with a photo chronology of the rebuild
– Handmade Scottish tartan wool upholstery with English waxed canvas door cards, dashboard covering and floor mats
– British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate included, original right-hand-drive configuration
The professional seller offers for sale this 1990 Land Rover Defender 90, powered by a 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Finished in grey with cream wheels, this cabriolet Defender 90 has been rebuilt from the chassis up by Bespoke Defenders Motor Co., and the seller supplies a full photo chronology of the work. The vehicle retains its original right-hand-drive configuration and is accompanied by a certificate from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, which documents the factory record of the chassis.
The Land Rover Ninety arrived in 1983 as the short-wheelbase sibling of the One Ten, and it was renamed Defender in 1990. Its aluminium body panels, permanent four-wheel drive and uncomplicated mechanics have made it one of the most recognisable and widely admired working vehicles ever built, and the short-wheelbase 90 is the version most sought after by enthusiasts for its compact proportions and agility off the road. This example is described by the seller as a 7-seater, with three seats in the front and a bench on each side of the rear tub, trimmed with seatbelts on the rear bench.
The interior is where this build sets itself apart. The seats were handcrafted with authentic Scottish tartan wool paired with English waxed canvas, and the same waxed canvas runs through the custom door cards, dashboard covering, floor mats and rear tub mat. English oak truck rails, canopy-matching bench backs and a pair of Examoor-style carrier bags complete the look. The seller states that the rear bulkhead has been cut down to give additional seat travel, which should help taller drivers.
Under the bonnet sits the 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel, the seller’s J19 series upgrade, driving through a five-speed manual gearbox with selectable differential settings. A clutch-assist system is fitted to reduce pedal effort. For a purposeful stance the seller has added a two-inch suspension lift, wheel spacers and a set of nearly unused British military-surplus Michelin tyres. The British-made waxed canvas soft top can be removed together with its galvanised frame and door tops, and the windscreen folds flat for open-air driving.
Modern conveniences have been integrated without changing the character of the vehicle: Apple CarPlay, USB charging, cup holders and a Land Rover Type 10AS immobilizer. The seller states that the original chassis number and matching engine allow the vehicle to be exported. The odometer reads 500 miles.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
