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Defender 130 on 2040-cars

US $25,500.00
Year:1980 Mileage:98400 Color: Grey /
 Black
Location:

Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Pickup Truck
Engine:3.5 V8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1980 Year: 1980
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Land Rover
Model: Defender
Trim: Black
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Crew Cab
Drive Type: Right hand drive
Options: 4-Wheel Drive
Mileage: 98,400
Sub Model: 130
Exterior Color: Grey
Number of Doors: 4
Interior Color: Black
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This is an all original (except paint) 1986 Land Rover 127, Latterly known as a Defender 130. Originally a UK authorities vehicle, it was decommissioned at a young age and stored for many years. Imported to New Zealand in the late 90's it was then stored again until 2007 when it was; re-commissioned, painted and used by the Bungy Jump Company. I bought it recently from them with 98,000 original miles. I replaced the tyres and fitted a custom made canvas rear canopy. 

The truck has no rust other than a little surface in the front foot well as pictured. It has a 3.5 V8 and 5 speed transmission that has been very well maintained. Starts, stops, runs and drives excellently. Paint is good but not perfect and the color was changed from light blue to light grey (not a major but can be seen on the interior floor. The original build sheet is still attached to the seat box as is its official documentation (when new) from the British Department of Transport, so no issues with proving this trucks age or originality.
I sent a Land Rover 110 to Seattle last year and the new owners are very pleased with it. If you need a reference I can introduce you.
The price of US$25,500 includes; Container shipping to Long Beach CA, Port/Import fees/taxes and most importantly Customs clearance. Ready for you to collect and register in a state of your choice.
Please contact me with any Questions - Stu 0064 21 818 355.

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Wed, 26 Feb 2014

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Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata posts a loss over coronavirus

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