1987 Land Rover Defender 110 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

1987 Land Rover 110 Defender – 2025 Frame-Off Restoration, 300Tdi, A/C, Heritage Certificate

Meet Winston, a fully restored left hand drive 1987 Land Rover 110 (Defender), with a BMIHT heritage certificate confirming it was built in Solihull, England, in November 1987.

This 110 received a complete frame-off restoration in late winter and spring 2025, built on its original, sandblasted frame, before it was imported to the United States. Finished in two-tone Heritage Green with a cream top and a Puma-style hood, beige vinyl interior—classic Defender feel with everyday comforts.

Highlights

• BMIHT certificate: built Solihull, November 1987; sold new in Turkey, 1988
• Frame-off restoration, 2025; original frame sandblasted and refinished
• 300Tdi 2.5L turbo diesel [upgraded from original gas engine], rebuilt with new cylinder head, valves, pistons; new injectors, fuel pump, and fuel tank
• [5-speed] manual, full-time 4WD
• 25,500 km (~15,900 miles)
• New doors, Puma hood, body restoration; new seats, upholstery, carpet, genuine LR mats
• A/C (freshly charged), power windows/locks, backup camera, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Recent service: fluids, new battery
• Clean SC title; [LHD];

Paperwork: heritage certificate, Carfax.

Hilton Head Island, SC. Inspections welcome; happy to help with shipping. Serious offers considered. Winston is a head turner and best value restored Defender 110 you'll find on the market. You can take Winston home for many years of driving pleasure and enjoyment.