Land Rover - Defender V8 3.5 - 1989
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Selected by Franco Vigorito
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Estimate € 32,000 - € 36,000
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Model Type Defender V8 3.5, Year 1989.
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Description from the seller
Overview/Conditions
Land Rover Defender V8 3500 ex British Army, part of the rare Tithonus series. This series was created based on the Defender, with a series of modifications that make these versions unique in their kind.
The car is a six-seat convertible with a removable roof and a sturdy roll-bar, making it perfect for summer.
It has a powerful V8 engine, Wolf wheels, and all original accessories.
The hard top is easily removable.
The low mileage is motivated by his military background, during which the cars were often used very little.
Regularly registered and inspected until 2025.
It has been repaired mechanically, leaving the exterior patina of a military vehicle perfectly functional.
The vehicle shows some signs on the bodywork consistent with use. Superficial rust is present, as seen in the photos, only on the lower part, but it is entirely superficial.
The interior shows some signs of wear consistent with the vehicle's origin.
Mechanical and cycling checks have been carried out to ensure a perfectly functioning and safe vehicle, while leaving the military patina that makes the car absolutely unique and desirable for enthusiasts of the genre.
For those who do not like the military look, the vehicle can be transformed into a civilian version by changing its color, removing military accessories, and turning it into a stunning beach version of a Defender V8, convertible and usable in summer like a cabriolet, with approval for four people.
Documentation
Accompanying Italian documents
Visible in the province of Novara, Italy.
Overview/Conditions
Land Rover Defender V8 3500 ex British Army, part of the rare Tithonus series. This series was created based on the Defender, with a series of modifications that make these versions unique in their kind.
The car is a six-seat convertible with a removable roof and a sturdy roll-bar, making it perfect for summer.
It has a powerful V8 engine, Wolf wheels, and all original accessories.
The hard top is easily removable.
The low mileage is motivated by his military background, during which the cars were often used very little.
Regularly registered and inspected until 2025.
It has been repaired mechanically, leaving the exterior patina of a military vehicle perfectly functional.
The vehicle shows some signs on the bodywork consistent with use. Superficial rust is present, as seen in the photos, only on the lower part, but it is entirely superficial.
The interior shows some signs of wear consistent with the vehicle's origin.
Mechanical and cycling checks have been carried out to ensure a perfectly functioning and safe vehicle, while leaving the military patina that makes the car absolutely unique and desirable for enthusiasts of the genre.
For those who do not like the military look, the vehicle can be transformed into a civilian version by changing its color, removing military accessories, and turning it into a stunning beach version of a Defender V8, convertible and usable in summer like a cabriolet, with approval for four people.
Documentation
Accompanying Italian documents
Visible in the province of Novara, Italy.
Details
Brand
Land Rover
Model Type
Defender V8 3.5
Year
1989
Located in
Italy
Mileage reading
6293 km
Registration papers
with Italian registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Green
Horse Power
116
Cubic capacity
3500
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
Yes
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
Yes
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Good: may require conventional body and paintwork. May require replacement of parts
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair
Condition (Overall)
Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
