1985 Land Rover Defender 110

G'day,
I have amassed a fair few of these over the years and it's time to thin the herd. I have put my heart, soul, piggybank and countless hours in all types of weather practically doing a frame-on restoration on this landy. I have owned it for a fair amount of years whilst in Australia and am the second owner. I brought this and a few other landy's over when I moved to the US in 2014. It, and others, have been processed and titled properly and correctly. VIN: SALLDHMV1BA230695
Give the arid Aussie climate, this rig had little to no surface rust on the chassis. This is in contrast to most landy's from europe that are flea-bitten with rust. The typical problem areas such as the foot wells, bulkhead ears or corners and the rear cross members were left untouched. The door frames were replaced with YRM replacement channels. Additionally, a Holley conversion was completed. The truck has rear MAXI drive axles and is equipped with a LT85 gearbox mated to a powerful 3.5 V8 that gives it substantial torque. On the highway, its no Ferrari but no corolla either. Recent compression test on engine shows good compression in all cylinders. With care, this should continue.
I apologize for the crappy pictures; photography is not my forte i.e. the pictures don't do this landy justice.
ADDITIONAL PICTURES CAN BE PROVIDED IN A LINK AS WELL AS VIDEO OF ENGINE RUNNING AT IDLE. PLEASE SEND TEXT TO 443-990-0119
Below is a list of services completed/rendered in the last 3 years.
New Battery
Brakes replaced/bled
Brake master cylinder replaced
Seats covers upgraded to provide a more modern look
Seat foams replaced as needed
Interior carpeted.
Headliner recovered in Black to provide a more modern look
Radiator replaced
Fan Clutch replaced
Door cards replaced and refinished
Dash Top Refinished
Seat frames refinished
Chassis topcoated
2" lift added
Tires upgraded to 235/85/16
Genuine 1-ton rated steelie rims powdercoated in Black
Roo (bullbar) added to provide additional front impact protection
Front windshield replaced to provide greater clarity
Clear lens and lights upgraded to provide a more modern look.
Custom A/C setup installed but not plumbed using existing in-dash A/C fascia
Interior plastic bits/bobs colour matched to interior
Custom first aid box installed on rear door
CORRIS GREY (BC/CC) REPAINT (2 years ago)
SANTORINI BLACK REPAINT of Front Grill and Headlight Fascia
Electronic Ignition Module installed
Electric Chokeless Holley Carb Conversion
Front Seatbelts replaced
Windscreen Hinge Bracket Upgrade
Custom LAND ROVER AUSTRALIA BADGE
Items that need to be addressed:
A/C Compressor needs to be installed and A/C system recharged.
Vehicle is due for an oil change service.
Inoperative Hazard Light Switch (will supply replacement)
Radio Head Unit needs to be installed (will supply head unit)
In all this is a mint example of a turn key Landy 110. I have ensured most bits and bobs have been replaced; a close attention to detail will confirm this. While not perfect, it comes very close. Mind you, it is a ~30 year old car. It has a few marks of character. You would be hard pressed to find a car in comparable condition/shape given its age, price not withstanding.
I am happy to help arrange shipping/transport at your cost; the transporter I use bills ~ USD 0.50/mi. My zip code is 21231.
I am happy to field any question's.
While I don't plan to disclose my reserve price, I do expect you take into consideration the effort put into this affair. As one wise man said, there's a landy for everyone!
MAKE ME A REASONABLE OFFER. RING/TEXT 443-990-0119.
DISCLAIMER: Vehicle is sold with a clear US title and "as-is". All sales are final. A non-refundable deposit of USD 1000 is required with 24 hours upon close of auction by the winning bidder. The remainder of balance is due within 5 business days of close of auction via collection of certified funds. Vehicle is also advertised elsewhere and I reserve the right to end the auction early if said buyer materializes.

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