Vehicle Description
This performance modified, low-mileage Td5 Defender 90 is located
in our Aiken, SC climate-controlled showroom. The inventory shown
is owned, maintained, and driven by us here at Car Cave USA. For
more pictures, information, video, and to view our large inventory
of left-hand-drive Defenders, please visit www.carcaveusa.com or
call 803-262-4742. Check out the walk-around video with a full
rundown of the build on our YouTube channel at with a start-up and
exhaust video here Available! Apply directly with our lending
partner Woodside Credit: Contact us for additional lenders and
financing options. Also, we have no dealer or doc fees!Looking to
customize your Defender? The Car Cave team specializes in
transforming these icons into tailor-made masterpieces. From
performance upgrades and air conditioning to rear seating, roll
cages, and countless accessory options, we bring your vision to
life. Drive a Defender that's uniquely yours?discover the limitless
possibilities with Car Cave.Highlights:Stage III Performance Tuned
Td5 Turbo DieselCustom Build by Car CaveFull Tear Down Pearl White
PaintOne OwnerCar Cave sources, builds, services, and sells a lot
of Defenders. We started this build by sourcing a one-owner,
extremely clean chassis and body Td5 Defender with low miles from
the dry climate of Sicily. Manufactured at the Solihull, UK Land
Rover facility on March 12, 1999, and delivered new to Italy, this
one-owner Defender spent its entire life as a fleet vehicle near
Palermo. Car Cave purchased and imported this Defender in 2024, and
after arriving in Aiken, South Carolina, it underwent a complete
transformation totaling over $60K in upgrades, reconditioning, and
performance work.Under the skin, this Defender has been fully
upgraded mechanically for performance and reliability. The 2.5L TD5
turbo diesel now benefits from a Stage III Empire tune package,
which includes a hybrid turbo, Empire stainless 2.5' downpipe,
performance intercooler, and remapped ECU (currently working on
dual map capability). We took it a step further with a Demand
Engineering full stainless 3' turbo-back exhaust with a Captain's
Call muffler bypass valve. You now have the option to run your
Defender loud and proud with the push of a button. The result is an
increase of approximately 100 HP and 120 ft-lbs of torque?this is
no longer your average Defender. For Td5 models, we can also offer
cruise control for those highway drives. And don't worry?this
Defender won't lack power on the interstate.The build was designed
to keep the entire look simple, elegant, clean?and oh yeah?almost
double the power and make it more comfortable in the cockpit. A
respray was completed in Pearl White; the Defender's body was fully
repainted following disassembly, all glass removed, windshield
frame, hinges, hood, doors, seals, and roof removed. Custom
half-doors were fitted, and the rear door was modified into a
matching open style. The wing tops feature custom smooth
color-matched protection plates. A full set of five silver 18' x 9'
Venti alloy wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich LT275/70R18 All Terrain
tires complete the stance and look, which fits perfectly in the
wheel wells. The tire and wheel combo matches perfectly in line
with the +30mm wheel arches (British for wider fender flares). In
the rear, a Mantec rear swing-out spare tire carrier holds a
full-size matching wheel and tire. We were very careful in using
contrasting elements of white, metal, black, and camel to keep our
color palette to four. All exterior fixtures have been upgraded to
LEDs.Inside, all six seats have been individually reupholstered in
camel leather, including four inward-facing rear jump seats with
lap belts. A new cubby box was refinished to match the interior
upholstery. A full-length seat belt bar is located behind the front
seats to retain the factory 3-point harnesses. This will keep you
safe and strapped in while having an open experience to the stars.
We retained the original dash?one of the key points Land Rover also
tried to carry over to the new model. The interior does feature
some proper upgrades, including alloy shift knobs, USB and USB-C
charging ports, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a matching
upholstered center cubby with cupholders. Black molded rubber mats
protect the floors, and new seals, latches, visors, and trim pieces
complete the clean, functional interior.Upgrades and Features:Low
Original MilesFactory Built 2.5L 5-Cylinder Td5 Turbo Diesel5-Speed
R380 Manual TransmissionHi-Low LT230 Transfer Box with Locking
Center Diff2' Lift Kit18' Venti Silver Alloy Wheels275/70R18 BF
Goodrich All Terrain TiresCustom Camel Leather SeatsCustom Camel
Leather Cubby Box (Center Console)Full Safari Style Build with Half
DoorsEmpire Stage III Performance ECU TuneUpgraded Hybrid Turbo2.5'
Stainless DownpipeUprated Performance IntercoolerDemand Engineering
3' Turbo Back Selectable Exhaust2' Extended Brake LinesSmooth Wing
Top Color-Matched Protection PlateExtended Wheel ArchesBulkhead
Removal Kit (front seats can recline and move back further)Wood
Steering WheelMantec Rear Tire CarrierFull-Size Matching Wheel and
TireColor-Matched Rear CrossmemberFront Seat Belt BarLED
HeadlightsFull LED Marker Light KitLED Rear Fog LampLED Reverse
LampHD Shock TowersAlloy Shift KnobsCustom Interior LightingRubber
Floor MatsPower SteeringPower BrakesA complete TerraFirma MED load
suspension kit with upgraded HD front shock towers, shock tower
retainers, 2' extended brake hoses, and a heavy-duty steering
damper provides added height, stance, and refreshes the suspension
components. This Defender can handle the toughest of off-road
situations while cruising comfortably on-road. Car Cave also
addressed all major suspension wear items with a thorough service,
including front radius arms, a-frame bushings, control arm
bushings, pitman arm, ball joints, brake pads, lines, master
cylinder, filters, and fluids. Contact us for a complete review of
our service and build invoices.Additional highlights include LED 7'
headlights, a full LED exterior lighting kit, new front grille and
finishers, sun visors, cubby box, dash panels, bulkhead removal
kit, and an upgraded windshield with new glass, seals, and
grommets.This is not your average Defender?this is a purpose-built,
open-air experience with the soul of a classic Landy but the
performance of a modern automobile. Whether you're carving through
desert dunes, running mountain trails, or cruising under a Carolina
sky, this Defender will get the job done. At Car Cave, we drive our
inventory regularly, often logging several hundred?sometimes
thousands?of miles to ensure mechanical soundness. This Defender
has been thoroughly reviewed and well cared for, and we're happy to
provide additional photos or video upon request, including driving
footage and detailed undercarriage shots.
