1998 Land Rover Defender 130

KEY FACTS An iconic 4x4 pick-up, this Land Rover Defender 130 Crew Cab has benefited from an extensive restoration, with the finishes chosen as a tribute to the 'Heritage' aesthetic. Powered by a 2.5-litre 'TD5' five-cylinder turbodiesel engine, paired with a five-speed manual transmission driving all four wheels. First registered in 1998, this Defender 130 Crew Cab is currently registered in France. The odometer shows 228,703 km, which the seller believes to be the genuine total. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Finished in the Heritage-inspired Grasmere Green paintwork with a Sand colour Exmoor Trim soft top, over a custom Camel interior. Equipment includes a +5cm suspension lift, LED front and rear lights, a new front grille, a reversing camera integrated into the central mirror, a Carplay stereo with new JBL speakers, and front and rear dash cams. Accompanied by two keys. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: there are small paint chips on the imprint of the old grille. The soft top is new, imported from Exmoor Trim. SERVICE HISTORY The seller states that it was most recently serviced in March 2026 at 228,000 km. This included a complete service (oil, air filter, oil filter, fuel filter), replacement of the alternator, injector harness, new rotary filter holder, new air filter box, new LED front and rear lights, a new front grille, and new wiper mechanism. During the renovation, all silent blocks were replaced, and the door handles and locks have recently been replaced. SUMMARY The Land Rover Defender 130 Crew Cab is an iconic and highly capable off-road pick-up, celebrated for its rugged durability and utilitarian charm. This particular example has benefited from an extensive restoration, presenting in a Heritage-inspired Grasmere Green finish with a custom Camel interior and numerous tasteful upgrades including a suspension lift and modern infotainment. Ready to tackle any adven