1996 Land Rover Defender

For Sale: 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 Restored & Upgraded This 1996 Land Rover Defender 90 Diesel Manual RHD has undergone a full restoration with extensive upgrades, keeping the classic Defender toughness with modern reliability. Built for adventure, this Defender is ready for anything-whether youre tackling off-road trails or cruising through the city. Drivetrain & Performance: - 2.5L 300Tdi Turbo Diesel, fully serviced - 5-speed manual R380 transmission - 4x4 with high/low transfer case - Solid axles with coil springs - ARB locking differentials for enhanced traction - New clutch master and slave cylinder - New engine main seal and cam belt - New water pump and gasket - New vacuum pump - New manifold gasket - New radiator and hoses - New oil pump housing gasket - New thermostat and expansion bottle - New Welch plugs - Injector pump cleaned and calibrated - Larger intercooler for improved airflow - Stainless steel exhaust system - New PAS (power-assisted steering) box and pump - New electric fan - ECU remap and fuel pump tuning for better torque Chassis & Suspension: - Chassis stripped down and repainted - 2 lift kit with upgraded Bilstein shocks - Heavy-duty springs and polyurethane bushings - Firewall removed, sandblasted, repaired, and resealed - New hub seals and lock nuts - All wheel bearings removed, cleaned, lubed, and refitted - New swivel ball seals and serviced CV joints - New pinion seal shaft and flange - New transmission seals and rear main transmission seal - New sump pump - New U-Joints on propeller shaft - New radius arm bushes and rubbers - New A-frame ball joint and bushes - New rear track rod bushes and mountings - New drop arm assembly - New stabilizer rubbers and bushes - Stripped, inspected, resealed, and refitted differentials - New coils with Monroe shocks - 4-wheel alignment completed - New front disc brakes, pads, and calipers - New rear disc brakes, pads, and calipers Exterior: - Seal Gray exterior - New wraparound front bumper with bull bar - New adventure-style Land Rover grille - New rock sliders - New skid plate - New fender plates (modern style) - New wheel arches - 16-inch Black Sawtooth rims with new lug nuts and center caps - New 265/75 Bridgestone Dueler A/T tires - Full size spare mounted on rear gate - New rear ladder - New mirror arms - New weather stripping throughout - New windshield and seal - New wiper blades front/back - New door striker spacers - Fuel tank removed, cleaned, repaired, and refitted - New slimline expedition roof rack - Snorkel kit for water crossings - Tow hitch on rear - Mud flaps Lighting & Electrical: - New LED lights all around - Truck is pre-wired for spotlights - New bluetooth radio and speakers - New upgraded air conditioning unit - Little Black Box engine management system Interior: - Fully reupholstered black leather interior with diamond stitching - New Discovery front seats - 4 Rear drop seats reupholstered with new mounts and lap belts - Powder-coated seat frames - A/c and heat/defrost - Manual sunroof - Reupholstered fifth door panel and side panels - New leather steering wheel - New bottom door seals (front) - New pedal rubbers - New floor mats - Dash panels resprayed in black - Dash top and bottom sections recovered in vinyl - New center console cover - Extra sound insulation throughout the cabin - Electric windows installed - Alpine windows This 1996 Defender 90 is better than new and now offered for sale by V Fine Motorcars in Austin, TX. Imported by US Defenders, it now holds a clean Texas title. With every major mechanical component refreshed, upgraded, or replaced, this Defender is built to handle any terrain while providing modern comforts and rugged reliability. Its perfect for a weekend overlander ready for adventure, a daily driver with character and a unique presence, or an investment-grade classic appreciating in value. Contact us today!