1984 Land Rover 90 'Bespoke' Conversion

An early example of the coil-sprung Land Rover, this stunning example on the 90" wheelbase was extensively upgraded circa 3-4 years ago with no expense spared and has covered only 3,420 miles since. The vehicle had a Rover V8-engine, finished in white when purchased by the previous owner, who commissioned specialist company Bespoke Defenders of Harrogate to undertake its modification and restoration.

The vehicle is powered by a General Motors LS3 6.2-litre V8 engine with 480bhp, driving via a six-speed automatic gearbox, while the provision of a stainless-steel sports exhaust with quadruple rear pipes ensures that it sounds glorious. Bespoke performance brakes are fitted all round: six-piston at the front, four-piston at the rear.

The chassis is a galvanised replacement complete with Puma replacement bulkhead and bonnet. The shock absorbers are by Fox, and the Landie rolls on bespoke 18" Signature alloy wheels shod with BF Goodrich all-terrain tyres. The vehicle is painted in Santorini Black with matching bumper and door mirror covers.
Inside the cabin we find bespoke black leather sports seats with matching stitching; a custom Dakota digital dashboard and surround; full leather Puma Defender dashboard; four side-facing rear seats in matching leather; suede headlining; leather custom centre console with leather cubby lid; and a bespoke interior aluminium package. Occupants benefit from Level 2 sound proofing and Land Rover quality carpet throughout. Useful additions include a battery lead connector built into the passenger seat for immediate access; electric high- and low-range gearbox switch; and an engine compressor for self-tyre inflation. Other notable features include heated front seats; electric windows, air conditioning; heated rear screen; Moto-Lita leather-trimmed steering wheel; audio sound package; and a Pioneer double DIN navigation with Apple CarPlay. Cosmetic, trim and other enhancements to the exterior are far too numerous to reproduce here (full list available).

There are photographs but no invoices relating to Bespoke Defenders' conversion present, though it is estimated that some £130,000-150,000 was spent, including the work carried out by DT Engine Solutions of Grindley, Staffordshire. An Anderson battery connector and air compressor hoses are included in the sale. This unique and very special Land Rover is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate and current MoT.