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2019 Land Rover Defender 130 Hi-Cap

$129,995

Year

2019

Make

Land Rover

Model

Defender

Odometer

44,745

Engine

2.5L Td5 Turbo Diesel

Fuel Type

diesel

Transmission

manual

Drivetrain

4×4

VIN / Chassis #

SALLDKH88XA164347

Seller

Monza Sportscars

Location

Houston, TX

Title Status

clean
CARFAX Report
Few vehicles combine old-school utility, unmistakable presence, and genuine working-truck capability quite like a Defender 130. This 1999 Land Rover Defender 130, imported into the United States in 2025, takes that formula considerably further, pairing its left-hand-drive, high-capacity pickup configuration with an extensive 2024–2025 refurbishment that reportedly included body-off-frame work, a rebuilt Td5 turbodiesel engine and five-speed manual transmission, a restored chassis, and substantial mechanical and cosmetic renewal.

Finished in blue with a contrasting black roof, this 130 retains the purposeful proportions that make the long-wheelbase Defender such a distinctive machine, while a 2-inch Terrafirma suspension lift, 315/75 BFGoodrich tires, Spectre-style wheels, LED lighting, and checker-plate detailing give it a more aggressive stance. Inside, the cabin has also been thoroughly updated with retrimmed upholstery, air conditioning, power windows, and modern infotainment.
  • Extensive 2024–2025 Refurbishment: This wasn't simply a repaint and interior refresh. According to the selling dealer, the body was removed from the frame and disassembled before being refinished, with replacement glass, rubber seals, and zinc-plated hardware used during reassembly. The pickup bed was also reportedly reinforced. Underneath, the chassis was sandblasted, treated for corrosion, and powder-coated—a particularly meaningful piece of work on an older Defender. 
  • Rebuilt Td5 Drivetrain: Power comes from Land Rover's 2.5-liter Td5 turbodiesel inline-five, factory rated at 122 horsepower, paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Both the engine and transmission were reportedly rebuilt during the refurbishment. The drivetrain also received reinforced driveshafts, replacement axle shafts, and a replacement exhaust system. A dual-range transfer case with locking center differential preserves the Defender's traditional off-road capability. 
  • Upgraded Chassis & Suspension: Steering, braking, and suspension systems were reportedly overhauled as part of the build, while a Terrafirma 2-inch lift provides additional clearance. The truck rides on 16-inch Spectre-style wheels wrapped in substantial 315/75 BFGoodrich tires, giving the long-wheelbase 130 a suitably planted stance. 
  • Refinished Hi-Cap Body: The Defender's high-capacity pickup body is finished in blue with a black roof and complemented by checker-plate bed trim and LED exterior lighting. Unlike the more commonly encountered Defender 90 and 110, the 130 combines a four-door crew cab with a separate pickup bed, creating an unusually versatile platform for hauling gear, overland builds, or simply enjoying one of the most imposing configurations of the classic Defender. 
  • Updated Interior: The cabin was comprehensively refreshed rather than left as a purely utilitarian Defender interior. The seats have been retrimmed in black vinyl and microsuede, with matching material carried onto the dashboard and door panels. A three-spoke Sparco steering wheel, touchscreen head unit, aluminum shift knobs, metal door handles, power front windows, and air conditioning add a useful dose of modern comfort. 
The Defender 130 occupies an interesting place in the classic Land Rover hierarchy. It delivers the familiar mechanical simplicity and unmistakable styling of the traditional Defender but stretches the platform into a legitimate crew-cab workhorse, with considerably more cargo capacity than its 90 and 110 siblings.

This particular truck adds another layer with the scope of its recent refurbishment. The expensive, difficult-to-see work—chassis treatment, drivetrain rebuilding, steering, suspension, brakes, axles, seals, and hardware—appears to have received attention alongside the obvious cosmetic upgrades.

Powertrain
  •  2.5L Td5 turbodiesel inline-five 
  •  Factory-rated 122 horsepower 
  •  Reportedly rebuilt engine 
  •  Reportedly rebuilt five-speed manual transmission 
  •  Dual-range transfer case 
  •  Locking center differential 
  •  Reinforced driveshafts 
  •  Replacement axle shafts 
  •  Replacement exhaust system 
Chassis & Suspension
  •  Chassis sandblasted and powder-coated 
  •  Corrosion treatment performed during refurbishment 
  •  Terrafirma 2-inch suspension lift 
  •  Steering system overhauled 
  •  Braking system overhauled 
  •  Disc brakes 
  •  16-inch Spectre-style wheels 
  •  315/75 BFGoodrich tires 
Exterior
  •  Crew-cab pickup 
  •  Left-hand drive 
  •  Blue exterior 
  •  Contrasting black roof 
  •  Body removed and disassembled during refurbishment 
  •  Replacement windshield and windows 
  •  Replacement rubber seals 
  •  Zinc-plated assembly hardware 
  •  Reinforced pickup bed 
  •  Checker-plate bed trim 
  •  LED exterior lighting 
Interior
  •  Black vinyl and microsuede upholstery 
  •  Matching trimmed dashboard and door panels 
  •  Sparco three-spoke steering wheel 
  •  Touchscreen head unit 
  •  Air conditioning 
  •  Power front windows 
  •  Aluminum shift knobs 
  •  Metal door handles 
  •  200-km/h speedometer 
For someone looking for a Defender with more presence and utility than the typical 90 or 110, this 130 checks some compelling boxes: left-hand drive, Td5 diesel power, five-speed manual, crew-cab Hi-Cap configuration, and a recent refurbishment that appears to have gone well beyond cosmetics.

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