1987 Land Rover Defender Manual 4x4

NSW • Private
8
Odometer175,000km
Body typeSUV
FuelDiesel
TransmissionManual

Comments from the seller

Genuine Ex-Military Perentie – Australian Built This is a 1987 Land Rover Defender 110 Perentie, originally built in Australia for the Australian Defence Force. These are widely regarded as some of the toughest Defenders ever produced simple, mechanical, and built to last. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic 2 months ago and was confirmed to be in great mechanical condition. Runs strong, drives well, and ready to go. Engine – Legendary 4BD1 Isuzu Diesel • Extremely reliable 4BD1 Isuzu diesel • Strong torque • Mechanical injection (no modern electronics) • Easy to service • Built for durability These engines are known for longevity when maintained. Registered Expires: 16 January 2027 (Over 10 months left) Raw, mechanical and full of character. High driving position, proper 4x4 capability, and serious road presence. Serious enquiries only. No swaps.

Car details

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Vehicle description
Hardtop 3dr Man 5sp 4x4 2.5Dind [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Black
Interior colour
Black
Body type
SUV, 3 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Diesel Aspirated, 2.5L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
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Registration expiry
8 months/January 2027
Build date
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Compliance date
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Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20177991
E10
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
55L
Fuel Delivery
Indirect Injected(Pre-chamber)
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2495cc
Engine Size (L)
2.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
4
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
4X4
Rim Material
Steel
Length
3858mm
Width
1790mm
Height
1972mm
Wheelbase
2360mm
Track Front
1486mm
Track Rear
1486mm
Kerb Weight
1610kg
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
1987
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
90
Series
90
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
3
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
SUV
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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Francesca is the seller
Location
Maroubra, NSW 2035
Member since
2026
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