THE DEFENDER

Not every Defender needs to be immaculate, highly restored or afraid of a muddy pair of boots.

This 2002 Defender 90 TD5 came to us in part exchange against another of our 90s and, having spent time with it, we think it’s a straight, honest and genuinely useful Defender.

With 134,498 miles covered, it’s comparatively modest mileage for a working TD5 of this age. There’s also paperwork showing that the turbo was replaced in 2023.

More importantly, we’ve driven it ourselves for over two hours back to The Defender Shed. It started easily, pulled extremely well and didn’t give us any unwanted smoke or concerning noises.

Cosmetically, it carries some of the battle scars you’d expect from an older working Defender — and we’re not going to pretend otherwise. But that’s rather the point of this one. It’s a Defender you can use without worrying about every branch, muddy boot or trip to the tip.

USEFUL EXTRAS

It also benefits from a selection of practical additions:

• Swing-away rear wheel carrier
• Reversing camera
• Rear LED floodlights
• Interior LED roof lights
• Snorkel kit
• Rear side bench seating

Nothing unnecessary — just useful additions that suit the character of the vehicle.

CONDITION & PREPARATION

This is an older Defender and it does show age-related cosmetic marks. We would much rather describe those honestly than dress it up as something it isn’t.

Mechanically, our experience of the vehicle has been positive. We drove it for more than two hours back to The Defender Shed and it started easily, pulled strongly and performed as we’d expect.

Before it leaves us, it will be serviced regardless, and if there is fewer than six months remaining on the MOT, we’ll put a fresh MOT on it for its new owner.

WHY THIS ONE?

Why we like it:

Because you don’t have to be precious with it.

It’s a TD5 90 Hard Top with sensible mileage, useful equipment and evidence of recent mechanical expenditure. It has the marks of a Defender that’s actually lived a life — but that’s exactly what gives it its appeal.

For someone wanting a proper usable Defender rather than a garage ornament, this makes a lot of sense.

VIEWING & ENQUIRIES

£12,995

Available to view by appointment at The Defender Shed.

Part exchange considered • Finance arranged • Nationwide delivery available

THE DEFENDER SHED
Driven by Heritage.

AT A GLANCE

• 2002 Land Rover Defender 90 Hard Top
• 2.5 TD5 diesel
• Manual
• 134,498 miles
• Green
• Rear side bench seating
• Turbo replaced in 2023
• Swing-away rear wheel carrier
• Reversing camera
• Rear LED floodlights
• Interior LED roof lighting
• Snorkel
• Service before handover
• Fresh MOT if fewer than 6 months remain
• £12,995

DEFENDERS ARE WHAT WE DO.

The Defender Shed was born from a genuine passion for these iconic vehicles. We carefully select Defenders that we would be proud to own ourselves, looking beyond the obvious to find examples with the right history, provenance and character.

Every Defender is individually sourced and honestly presented. We believe buying one should feel personal, straightforward and enjoyable — never pressured.

Whether it’s your first Defender or your next one, we’re here to offer knowledgeable, down-to-earth advice and help you find the right vehicle for you.

Carefully sourced. Honestly presented. Proper Defenders.

THE DEFENDER SHED
Driven by Heritage.