LOT 141
1998 Land Rover Defender 110 300Tdi Station Wagon VIN. SALLDHMF8WA140143
Sold for US$95,200 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 141
A superb 'restomod' by Von Dur Land Rovers
1998 Land Rover Defender 110 300Tdi Station Wagon
1998 Land Rover Defender 110 300Tdi Station Wagon
1998 Land Rover Defender 110 300Tdi Station Wagon
VIN. SALLDHMF8WA140143
VIN. SALLDHMF8WA140143
2,495cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Turbodiesel Engine
Bosch Electronic Diesel Injection
125bhp
5-Speed Manual Gearbox, 2-Speed Transfer Case
Solid Front and Rear Axles, Coil Springs
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Recent, highly detailed build by Von Dur Land Rovers, The Netherlands
*Desirable left-drive, long-wheelbase station wagon
*Gorgeous copper-bronze paint and custom tan leather upholstery
*Robust Tdi engine and 5-speed manual
*Tech updates including heated seats, Car Play, A/C, backup camera
*Exterior roll cage, roof rack & warn winch
THE LAND ROVER DEFENDER
During the 1970s, experiments began to develop a 'next-generation' Land Rover using the Range Rover's coil-sprung chassis, and a new model debuted at the 1983 Geneva International Motor Show in 110" wheelbase configuration. While the familiar (and beloved) Land Rover body shape remained, coil springs replaced the venerable leaf spring suspension, and the four-cylinder engines were now backed with an all-synchromesh five speed gearbox. In 1984 the coil spring Ninety (with a wheelbase just short of 93 inches) fitted with a four-cylinder engine was introduced, and in 1990, the Ninety and One-Ten range was renamed Defender 90, 110 and 130 with a new range of engines including a V8 petrol and several diesel options. While the looks remained generally unchanged through the years, engines, gearboxes, and underpinnings were continually improved to ensure the Land Rover Defender remained The Best 4x4xFar.
THE CAR OFFERED
In its dazzling shade of copper-bronze paint accented with aggressive black trim and black sawtooth wheels, it is readily apparent that this is no ordinary Defender. Beginning life as a desirable 110 hard top station wagon, with the robust and efficient 122bhp 2.5-liter Tdi engine, this truck was extensively rebuilt by the renowned Netherlands-based firm, Von Dur Land Rovers. Restored and re-imagined, this Defender is a bespoke build, wholly unique in its colors and specification.
Exterior accessories include a full exterior roll cage with integrated roof rack and ladder. The undercarriage is fully detailed while black-finished bumpers, Warn winch, black wheels shod with chunky BF Goodrich All-Terrain tires, and black side steps complete the tough aesthetic.
Turning their attention to the interior, where this Defender truly shines, Von Dur added swathes of rich leather on nearly every surface, including the door cards, seats, console, dash, and steering wheel. The tan seats – including the rear jump-seats – feature diamond-pattern inserts, while the dash and wheel are covered in black for a tasteful accent. Front seats have been updated with heating, and an Alpine touch screen infotainment system is affixed to the dash, which also serves as a display for the integrated backup camera and Apple CarPlay. The consignor has noted that the air conditioning system is weak and may require service.
The Defender has traditionally enjoyed near universal appeal, and this spectacular, comprehensive build by Von Dur elevates the rugged British workhorse to new levels of style, comfort, and capability.
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