1996 Land Rover Defender 110

For the driver who stopped pretending a modern SUV was ever the answer.

There are newer SUVs. Faster ones. More comfortable ones.

But there is still nothing that feels quite like a proper Defender 110.

This 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 County Station Wagon is a genuine factory left-hand drive 300Tdi example originally delivered new in Germany and now located in South Florida. It represents the version enthusiasts continue to seek out: the mechanically simple, pre-electronics Defender built before refinement diluted the experience.

Why this specification matters

The 300Tdi is the engine most long-term Defender owners want mechanically injected, pre-electronics, rebuildable, and capable of crossing continents with basic tools and regular maintenance. It's the drivetrain that built the Defender's reputation, not the one that came later trying to meet emissions targets.

Factory LHD means no conversion compromises. The driving experience is unmistakably old-school in the best possible way: upright seating position, panoramic visibility, mechanical gearbox, and the unmistakable sound and feel that made the Defender an icon long before it became fashionable.

History

After its life in Germany, the vehicle was imported to the UK where it underwent a tasteful cosmetic refresh including black leather retrimming of the front seats and rear bench by a UK specialist, refreshed County graphics, and waxoyl chassis protection. The vehicle was subsequently exported to the United States under the 25-year import exemption rule and is now privately held in Coral Springs, Florida.

Finished in dark green with a contrasting white roof and white steel wheels, it has the classic County Station Wagon look that defines the era. The stance, the Alpine windows, the upright greenhouse, and the simplicity of the design are exactly why these trucks continue to attract loyal buyers worldwide.

Specification:

2.5L 300Tdi turbodiesel
5-speed manual transmission
Dual-range transfer case
Factory left-hand drive (not converted)
County Station Wagon configuration
Seven-seat layout
White steel wheels
Dark green exterior with white roof
Black leather retrimmed front seats and rear bench

Condition

The vehicle runs well and presents honestly as a usable classic Defender rather than an over-restored showpiece.

Chassis treated with waxoyl
Structurally solid example
Paint and graphics present well
Interior clean and functional
Engine performs strongly for age and mileage

As with any 28-year-old Defender, buyers should expect normal wear and ongoing maintenance appropriate to a vintage mechanical vehicle. No comprehensive service history accompanies the vehicle, and it is represented on the basis of its current condition and documentation available.

Documentation & Import History

Included with the vehicle:

German ownership records dating from 1997 through export to the UK
British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate
DOT HS-7 import declaration
EPA Form 3520-1
Shipping/import documentation
UK bill of sale

The vehicle was never registered in the UK and therefore does not have a UK V5C registration document.

The vehicle is not currently U.S.-titled and is sold with its available import paperwork, ready for the next owner to title in their preferred state.

Why These Matter

There are only a limited number of factory LHD 300Tdi Defender 110 County Station Wagons.

This truck represent the sweet spot of Defender ownership:

Before electronics
Before luxury branding
Before the Defender became something else entirely

This is the kind of vehicle equally at home on coastal roads, mountain weekends, back-road drives, or simply parked outside a coffee shop drawing a crowd of people who immediately understand what it is.

It is not a modern SUV pretending to be rugged. It is the real thing.

Sale Details
Private sale
Located in Coral Springs, Florida
Viewings by appointment
Pre-purchase inspections welcomed
Shipping assistance available at buyers expense

Serious enquiries welcome via AutoTrader message or email. Additional photographs, documentation, and walkaround details available upon request. Viewings and inspections can be coordinated in South Florida for qualified buyers.