2000 Land Rover Defender 90
VIN: SALLDVB88YA196548
This classic Defender 90 has undergone a complete mechanical, exterior, and interior restoration, making it both collectible and adventure-ready. Finished in Royal Air Force Blue with a white roof, it combines rugged originality with tasteful modern upgrades. The Defender was sourced from Benevento, Italy where it was originally a Carabinieri vehicle. I was fortunate enough to test drive this Defender in Italy prior to committing to the restoration. I currently drive it once a week or so.
Mechanical Overhaul:
- Engine inspection & full oil service of the TD5
- Manual Transmission & gearbox check
- Suspension upgrade
- New Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain 235/85 R16 tires
- Brake system refurbishment
- New clutch & flywheel kit
- New muffler
- HD anti-roll bars
- Exterior Restoration
- Full sandblasting & anti-rust treatment
- Repainted in glossy RAF blue, white roof
- Wolf wheels refinished in RAF blue, new nuts
- LED headlights & indicators
- Wheel arches repainted
- Galvanized aluminum front bumper
- Aluminum front grille & vent grilles
Interior Refurbishment:
- New light brown diamond-pattern vinyl upholstery
- Vinyl-covered door panels
- Black fabric headliner & window frames
- New front & rear seat belts, rear benches
- Door seal replacements
- Restored dashboard
- Custom center console with Marshall speaker
- New black carpeting
- Wood steering wheel
- Rear wooden floor
Electrical System:
- Complete rewiring & fuse box upgrade
- New battery
- Updated accessory switches & lighting
Key Highlights:
- Full frame-off restoration (mechanical, body, interior, electrical)
- Collectible RAF blue paintwork with period-correct details
- Modern upgrades for reliability & comfort
- Ready for shows, trails, or daily driving
THIS VEHICLE TO BE COLLECTED FROM VAIL, COLORADO.
The Car has been consigned to the Online Classic Car Auction hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday, October 25 2025, with online bidding only. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us
