1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS LS1 Custom
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1997
- Make: Land Rover
- Model: Defender 90
- VIN: SALDV2241VA116865
- Mileage Shown: 18,576mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Automatic
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Black
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Los Angeles, CA 90049
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0044729
The Land Rover Defender 90 NAS (North American Specification) is a highly sought-after model that was produced in limited quantities specifically for the U.S. market. This 1997 example has undergone a comprehensive restoration and is refinished in black over a customized black leather interior. It is powered by a 6.0-liter LS1 V8 engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, a two-speed transfer case, and rebuilt differentials. It also features a custom center console and Puma dashboard, Kahn Design race seats, Mercedes-sourced carpeting and soundproofing, an air conditioning system, power windows and locks, LED lighting, upgraded suspension, and much more. This meticulously restored Defender is now being offered for auction by its seller out of California.
During its extensive refurbishment, the aluminum body panels were refinished in black, complemented by black wheel arch flares. All NAS models originally came with a factory roll cage. It has an Exmoor black soft top, LED lighting, a front nudge bar, side running boards, a rear Puma-style bumper, check-plate guards on the front bonnet sides, and rocker panels. It rides on black-finished custom wheels wrapped in 33×12.50″ Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires. There is a spare tire mounted on a swing-out rear carrier, protected by a Defender-branded cover. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The interior is appointed with black leather upholstery, including Kahn Design front race seats, rear matching bench seats, and replacement door panels. It boasts a customized center console and Puma dashboard trimmed in black leather, a Kahn-style steering wheel, custom gauge instrumentation, and Mercedes-sourced carpeting and soundproofing. Features include an air conditioning system, power windows and locks, push-button ignition, an Alpine stereo with multiple aftermarket speakers, a subwoofer box, and a rearview camera. All gauges and electronics are confirmed to be in proper working order, with no warning lights illuminated.
Beneath the bonnet, a 6.0-liter LS1 V8 engine has been paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, a two-speed transfer case, and rebuilt differentials. Performance enhancements include an aftermarket exhaust system and an upgraded suspension with Old Man Emu shocks, along with replacement axles, coil springs, bushings, tie-rods, front radius arms, and rear trailing arms. Additionally, the front and rear brakes, lines, and hoses were replaced during the refurbishment. Disc brakes facilitate stopping power to all four corners.
This sale will include a clean title.
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Bid in the amount of $56,969
Thank you for those that have bid and have reached out with interest. For those that have missed out on a defender in the past this lovely example will be finding a new home. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
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Bid in the amount of $50,000
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We wanted to welcome everybody to the auction of this lovely Defender 90 NAS LS1. This is a fantastic build and will absolutely be enjoyed by its next owner. We will be available to answer any questions for the duration of the auction. Please feel free to use the contact the seller button to reach us directly.
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