1990 Land Rover Defender 90

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Year

1990

Make

Land Rover

Model

Defender

Odometer

Engine

200Tdi

Fuel Type

gasoline

Transmission

manual

Drivetrain

4×4

VIN / Chassis #

Seller

Legacy Overland

Location

Greenwich, CT

Title Status

clean

This 1990 Land Rover Defender 90 Soft Top is a fully restored, turbo-diesel-powered classic 4×4 offered by Legacy Overland in Ridgefield, Connecticut, for $165,000. Finished in Satin Pangea Green over a custom tawny interior, this frame-off build pairs the analog character of a vintage Defender with carefully integrated upgrades for drivability, comfort, and overland-ready utility. Power comes from a rebuilt 200Tdi turbo-diesel 4-cylinder paired with a rebuilt 5-speed manual gearbox and transfer case, making this custom Defender 90 an especially compelling option for collectors seeking a restored Land Rover Defender for sale with both style and substance.

Defender Icon: The Land Rover Defender 90 is one of the most recognized vintage 4×4 platforms ever built, known for its aluminum body, short-wheelbase maneuverability, and go-anywhere off-road capability. Soft top examples are especially desirable thanks to their open-air character and classic utility-focused design.
Legacy Overland Build: This example was restored by Legacy Overland, a respected Connecticut-based builder known for high-end classic 4×4 restorations that preserve original charm while upgrading comfort, finish quality, and usability. Thousands of labor hours went into this build, and the result is a Defender 90 that feels both vintage and highly refined.
Turbo-Diesel Powertrain: Under the hood is a completely rebuilt Land Rover 200Tdi 4-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, paired with a rebuilt 5-speed manual gearbox and transfer case. That combination is prized for its torque, durability, and compatibility with the Defender platform, making it a popular choice for enthusiasts who actually plan to drive their trucks.
Custom Interior & Comfort: Inside, this Defender features hand-crafted tawny vegan leather with black chevron accents, front sport bucket seats, rear folding bench seats, a MOMO wood steering wheel, custom Legacy Overland white-faced gauges, air conditioning, Bluetooth audio, Pioneer speakers, amplifier, subwoofer, USB charging, and a dash-mounted telescoping map light. It strikes a strong balance between vintage style and modern convenience.
Exterior & Off-Road Equipment: The Satin Pangea Green finish is paired with black accents, a KBX facelift kit with black mesh, LED lighting, diamond plate sill protectors, stainless door hinges, a rear NAS-style bumper, side runner steps, and a rear-mounted spare. Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx tires mounted on 16x8 alloy sawtooth wheels complete the stance and reinforce its overland-ready look.

Why This Defender 90?
Restored Land Rover Defender 90 Soft Tops rarely check this many boxes at once. This one combines a desirable 200Tdi diesel conversion, high-end restoration quality, premium interior work, and tasteful upgrades throughout, all while retaining the unmistakable shape and charm that made the Defender a global off-road legend.

Powertrain

Rebuilt Land Rover 200Tdi 4-cylinder turbo-diesel engine
Rebuilt 5-speed manual gearbox
Rebuilt transfer case

Brakes & Chassis

Front disc brakes
Rear drum brakes
Galvanized metal brackets, bolts, and fasteners

Interior

Hand-crafted tawny vegan leather upholstery with black chevron sections
Two front sport bucket seats with seat belts
Two rear foldable benches with lap belts
MOMO wooden steering wheel
Custom Legacy Overland white-faced gauges
Rubber floor mats
Custom air conditioning system
Bluetooth media receiver
800-watt subwoofer
Four Pioneer speakers
Sound amplifier
USB charging port
Map reading light mounted on telescopic arm

Exterior

Satin Pangea Green paint with black highlights
KBX facelift kit with black mesh
Diamond plate sill protectors
Stainless steel door hinges
LED X-mark headlights
LED round front and rear lamps
Satin black bumper with rubber corner caps
Rear NAS-style bumper
Black side runner steps
Rear-mounted spare wheel with cover

Wheels & Tires

16x8 alloy sawtooth wheels
Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx 265/70R16 tires

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