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1983 Land Rover Defender 110 Lhd on 2040-cars

US $19,000.00
Year:1983 Mileage:204000
Location:

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
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Ebay doesn't recognize the proper VIN so I used an newer model VIN.

Actual VIN:  SALLDHMV2AA189352


Up for consideration is a 1983 Land Rover Defender 110 LHD  with a 3.5 liter V8 and an LT 85 transmission and transfer case unit.
This truck I imported from the Netherlands and has a clear NC title.  The plan was to turn it into a full soft top and make it a beach runner but as happens with plans  sometime, they changed.  I have now gotten ahold of another project that will suck my pockets dry but I am excited to get started on that so unfortunately I can't keep both and so this one is up for sale.  

When I bought it the Defender shop in Netherlands (yes, it did come from a full on Defender shop and not some shady guy buying and selling junk) the truck was used by the same guy since 2007 and then resold back to the same defender shop that I bought it from who serviced it for him through those years.  The car is in an unrestored original condition. It is in very good condition for an unrestored car. The car has little to no rust, the rust that is present is only superficial. The engine was reconditioned a year ago, and it runs great! Very smooth and good on power. Gearbox, brakes, suspension, and power steering all work as they should.The paintwork is isn't the best and depending on what your plan would be could use a paint job.  There are some small dings here and there and the right front door has a bigger dent (pic and video show this).  All cosmetics can be sorted fairly easily and considering the lack of rust this truck is very solid and has HUGE potential.  Bulkhead is gorgeous.  Chassis is in great shape and needs no attention.  Rear crossmember is also in great shape and needs no attention.  Undercarriage has strictly surface rust and can be dialed in with minimal effort.  
Starts on the first turn of the key every time.  The only door bottoms that have some rust are the rear two passenger door bottoms.  One of them isn't too bad and the other could use some work.  The rest of the doors are totally solid and have zero rust.  
Tires are in very good shape and have plenty of life.  Sunroof seals and doesn't leak.  Floor boards are in great shape as well and also need no attention.
Overall this truck can be either of two things:  A great daily driver with some work in progress to enjoy upon purchase or this would make an incredible build project.  Speaking of build project, if you have any interest in purchasing and building this into something special that you would like or dreamed of then mention that in your message to me and we can discuss that option as well.  
I also have 4 videos posted on youtube of the defender.  Ebay won't let me post these links here so you will have to message me for the links.

I can't think of anything else at the moment.  Keep in mind this truck is 31 years old.  It is a Land Rover!!  If you are reading this advertisement then you should know and be well versed on what I'm trying to say here.  This is a very solid Defender and I am happy to answer any question you may have.


Good Luck!

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