1997 Land Rover Defender

SUV

4.0L 3950CC V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

SALDV2248VA113350

Clear

Gasoline

Year: 1997Make: Land Rover Model: Defender 90 Body: Soft-top / Convertible Color: AA Yellow Numbered Edition: #1198 Mileage: 36,000 VIN: SALDV2248VA113350 History: This is the final year that Land Rover produced the Defender for the North American market. This model was dramatically upgraded from the previous years, offering customers a superior 4.0L V8 engine, a four-speed ZF automatic transmission (all previous models were manual transmission), redesigned center console, and upgraded air conditioning. Only 371 produced in AA Yellow. Background/Condition:Meticulously maintained and cared for. Serviced at regular intervals with genuine Land Rover parts. All service records maintained. Garaged in Los Angeles for past 10 years. Rust free, beautiful glossy paint, perfect working order. Owner’s manual, spare keys. If you are searching for an immaculate 97 soft top, look no further. A rare find for a collector. Original Factory/Dealer Upgrades:Factory Premium Sound (Clarion 6-CD, factory subwoofer) ARB Bull Bar Warn M8000 Winch Wired for Hella Rallye 3000 driving lamps Other Upgrades:Badger Coachworks IGK custom soft-top (black) Suspension upgrade (OME shocks, springs) iPod connection Notable Service Work:2006 - complete head gasket job, all hoses, brake pads2007 - oil cooler lines replaced with braided heat-resistant stainless steel lines (West Coast Rovers)2008 - exhaust y-pipe/cats replaced with new, factory-original part, alternator replaced, O2 sensors replaced2009 - mass airflow filter replaced, spark plugs and wires2015 - water pump replaced, new belt This truck has been maintained and serviced with great attention to detail to ensure that it runs as it did when new. Serviced by top workshops that specialize in Defender work, including West Coast Rovers and Four Oaks Garage. It has passed California emissions testing for the past 10 years, and was retested 11/19/2015 with a clean bill of health. I have enjoyed every moment with this truck for the past 10 years and look forward to giving it a new home. This is a pristine example of Land Rover heritage. You will not be disappointed. If you have any additional questions please let me know. Thanks! Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Note: Safety Devices roof rack cross bars shown in photos not included.