1994 Land Rover Defender 90 pampered garaged rare

Offered at auction is an excellent and pampered example of a rare beast — a North American-spec Land Rover Defender, sold in America for only three years of a 35-yearworldwideproduction run.

This is VIN SALDV2284RA940240, from 1994, the first year that these iconic machines were sold in the United States. Its unique production number is 920, as evidenced by the engraved Land Rover badge at the rear. Fewer than 7,000 Defender 90s came to the U.S., making them sought-after collectibles, even from new. This truck is in gleaming Alpine White with dark gray water-resistant vinyl seats and a removable black canvas top.

Features and FYIs:

Excellent-condition aluminum body

Powerful and smooth 3.9-liter V8 engine

Full-time 4WD with high-low range, five-speed manual transmission

Four-wheel disc brakes

Power steering

Factory rear seat with seat belts

Factory safari roll cage

Side steps

Trailer hitch

Electric winch

ARB steel bumper and bull bar

Hella auxiliary driving lamps

Removable canvas top by Badger Coachworks ($2,400, zip-out windows, excellent condition)

Alpine receiver with Bluetooth capability, in lockable Tuffy console box

Four Infinity speakers (doors and cargo area)

101,250 miles

Third of three doting owners

Always garaged

Chips and one crack in the windshield

Electric radio antenna inoperable

One tear on sidewall of driver's seat cushion; one puncture on back of each seat

Dry Texas truck with solid floors

Recent benefits:

Updated wiring behind dash

New rear driveshaft

New ignition lock cylinder

New battery

A link to an online gallery with 100+ photos is here:

https://landrover.smugmug.com/1994-Land-Rover-Defender-90/

You likely already know how desirable the North American-spec Defender 90s are, and that they are now $70,000 to $100,000 in the collector world. This truck gets attention everywhere it goes — so be prepared. SaysFour Wheelermagazine: "Many consider the Defender 90 the last of the 'real' Land Rovers, with their short wheelbase, solid axles, and mountain-goat ability. Add to that quirky English ergonomics—er, charm—and you have the basis for a purpose-built trail rig that is chock-full of character.”

A brand-new toy has arrived, so it is time for new adventures for the Defender, with a knowing new owner. Happy bidding.

NOTES: For sale locally, so auction may be terminated at any time. Nonrefundable deposit of $1,000 due via PayPal within 24 hours of winning and/or buying. Balance due via wire transfer or cashier's check 10 days after winning/buying. Sold as-is, where-is. No warranty expressed, written or implied. Shipping fees and arrangements are full responsibility of buyer.