Defender!!!!

[Spink]

Morning;

Its been suggested I re post this in the General Chat!. So here goes again:

New to the site as will be apparent but like everyone sometime in there life I want to buy a landrover, however like most people I don't know too much about them. One came across my eye on eBay (link below) which I thought looked pretty good over the weekend. Now I know this must happen a lot but can someone give me some advice on this vehicle (I know it's only a URL to eBay) and things I should be careful off if I go to look at it. Unfortunately I'm no mechanic and don't really know too much about diesels either! But I'm willing to learn and will value any feedback regarding its condition and price!! Now obviously I can't show you inside..... Yet but all opinions welcome.

I'm going to look at it this weekend hopefully!

Thanks in advance!

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Land-Rover-Defender-4x4-1998-4D-Wagon-5-SP-Manual-4x4-2-5L-Diesel-Turbo-/301300898623?pt=AU_Cars&hash=item4626eedb3f&_uhb=1

Also if your unfortunate or fortunate enough (what ever your preference) to be living in Kalgoorlie Ill give you a carton if your interested in coming to look at it!


Sellers review!!!
Even Vehicle in great condition, minor dints due to aluminium body. Regular servicing. Have history of vehicle ownership.
ARB roof rack, Bullbar with provision for winch, ARB rear diff protector, Four x roof mounted spotlights, two x bullbar mounted, Security screens on rear windows, Side steps, 40 channel UHF radio, Dual battery (optima starter/deep cycle), Redarc battery isolater, Kaymar swing away rear wheel carrier plus camp light, Iron goat dash mount with spotlight switches and volt meters, Chequer plate bonnet protectors, Awning, Milford cargo barrier, 240 volt inverter, Long range fuel tank, 45 litre water tank mounted under side panel, New water pump, New alternator, reconditioned gearbox + transfer case, BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tyres, Complete new engine gasket kit fitted, Silicon radiator hoses,
Can pick vehicle up or will share half the cost to freight interstate (deducted from sale price).
Currently unregistered and selling due to ill health.
Can obtain a roadworthy certificate if required


Product Details
Ebay Title: Land Rover Defender (4x4) (1998) 4D Wagon 5 SP Manual 4x4 (2.5L - Diesel Turbo)
Additional Information about Land Rover Defender (4x4) (1998) 4D Wagon 5 SP Manual 4x4 (2.5L - Diesel Turbo)


Product Information
Make Land Rover
Model Defender
Variant (4x4)
Year 1998
Body Style 4D Wagon

Engine Details
Engine Type Diesel Turbo
Engine Capacity 2.5 L - (2495 cc)
Cylinders Diesel Turbo 4 DT4
Max. Power Not Provided
Max. Torque Not Provided

Drivetrain Details
Transmission 5 SP Manual 4x4

Fuel Details
Fuel Type Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Provided
City Fuel Consumption Not Provided
Highway Fuel Consumption Not Provided

[digger]

Welcome Spink...

Hopefully you'll get someone down that way that can help ..

The interior photo better be inserted backwards because if it isnt its a left hand drive!
(cant tell on my phone- sorry!)

If you use the search button (look up way over .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .... ^^^ here)
and Im sure there are threads about what to look for when buying a defender (need to be signed in to search)


Good luck (that one sounds like its fully loaded.)

[Redback]

My personal opinion is, it has too many Ks for that Buy it Now price.

Baz.

[Spink]

My personal opinion is, it has too many Ks for that Buy it Now price.

Baz.

That's what I was thinking too Baz; seeming as he has not had anyone buy it and I've seen him re-list it too. I asked him what his reserve was as his starting bid is 13k and it says reserve has not been met I presume its somewhere in between? I reckon for 13k I couldn't go wrong?

[Redback]

Plenty around with less Ks at a similar price.

Here's one
1999 Land Rover Defender X-Treme (http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Land-Rover-Defender-1999/AGC-AD-16199348/?Cr=1&sdmvc=1)

OR
One of these, this one even comes with a trailer;)

1988 Land Rover 110 Perentie (http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Land-Rover-110-1988/SSE-AD-2869877/?Cr=0&sdmvc=1)

[jerryd]

Plenty around with less Ks at a similar price.

Here's one
1999 Land Rover Defender X-Treme (http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Land-Rover-Defender-1999/AGC-AD-16199348/?Cr=1&sdmvc=1)

OR
One of these, this one even comes with a trailer;)

1988 Land Rover 110 Perentie (http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Land-Rover-110-1988/SSE-AD-2869877/?Cr=0&sdmvc=1)



That blue defender in Cairns appears to be in mint condition, I was going to have a look at it while viewing another up that way but I was too slow and missed out :(

I've just purchased a '96 300tdi in excellent condition for half the price of the one in the original post :)

[BMKal]

Morning;

Its been suggested I re post this in the General Chat!. So here goes again:

New to the site as will be apparent but like everyone sometime in there life I want to buy a landrover, however like most people I don't know too much about them. One came across my eye on eBay (link below) which I thought looked pretty good over the weekend. Now I know this must happen a lot but can someone give me some advice on this vehicle (I know it's only a URL to eBay) and things I should be careful off if I go to look at it. Unfortunately I'm no mechanic and don't really know too much about diesels either! But I'm willing to learn and will value any feedback regarding its condition and price!! Now obviously I can't show you inside..... Yet but all opinions welcome.

I'm going to look at it this weekend hopefully!

Thanks in advance!

Land Rover Defender 4x4 1998 4D Wagon 5 SP Manual 4x4 2 5L Diesel Turbo | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Land-Rover-Defender-4x4-1998-4D-Wagon-5-SP-Manual-4x4-2-5L-Diesel-Turbo-/301300898623?pt=AU_Cars&hash=item4626eedb3f&_uhb=1)

Also if your unfortunate or fortunate enough (what ever your preference) to be living in Kalgoorlie Ill give you a carton if your interested in coming to look at it!


Sellers review!!!
Even Vehicle in great condition, minor dints due to aluminium body. Regular servicing. Have history of vehicle ownership.
ARB roof rack, Bullbar with provision for winch, ARB rear diff protector, Four x roof mounted spotlights, two x bullbar mounted, Security screens on rear windows, Side steps, 40 channel UHF radio, Dual battery (optima starter/deep cycle), Redarc battery isolater, Kaymar swing away rear wheel carrier plus camp light, Iron goat dash mount with spotlight switches and volt meters, Chequer plate bonnet protectors, Awning, Milford cargo barrier, 240 volt inverter, Long range fuel tank, 45 litre water tank mounted under side panel, New water pump, New alternator, reconditioned gearbox + transfer case, BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tyres, Complete new engine gasket kit fitted, Silicon radiator hoses,
Can pick vehicle up or will share half the cost to freight interstate (deducted from sale price).
Currently unregistered and selling due to ill health.
Can obtain a roadworthy certificate if required


Product Details
Ebay Title: Land Rover Defender (4x4) (1998) 4D Wagon 5 SP Manual 4x4 (2.5L - Diesel Turbo)
Additional Information about Land Rover Defender (4x4) (1998) 4D Wagon 5 SP Manual 4x4 (2.5L - Diesel Turbo)


Product Information
Make Land Rover
Model Defender
Variant (4x4)
Year 1998
Body Style 4D Wagon

Engine Details
Engine Type Diesel Turbo
Engine Capacity 2.5 L - (2495 cc)
Cylinders Diesel Turbo 4 DT4
Max. Power Not Provided
Max. Torque Not Provided

Drivetrain Details
Transmission 5 SP Manual 4x4

Fuel Details
Fuel Type Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Provided
City Fuel Consumption Not Provided
Highway Fuel Consumption Not Provided

I think I've seen it around. If it's the one I'm thinking of, it looks pretty tidy and well looked after. I used to work in Kambalda and think I know where I've seen it.

You missed out by a couple of days on me being available to go down there for a look-see. I've just been home for nearly a week - drove back down to Perth for work yesterday afternoon.

Depending on when you want to go out there for a look - I might be able to put you on to my young bloke, depending on what shift he's on. He's a diesel fitter / mechanic in Kalgoorlie, and he has my old Discovery with the same engine etc as the one you're looking at, so he knows his way around them pretty well.

[disco man]

Good to see your getting a bit better response to your question mate.I would be very surprised if don't receive some form of help,there is some very helpful people getting around on this forum:)

[Spink]

I think I've seen it around. If it's the one I'm thinking of, it looks pretty tidy and well looked after. I used to work in Kambalda and think I know where I've seen it.

You missed out by a couple of days on me being available to go down there for a look-see. I've just been home for nearly a week - drove back down to Perth for work yesterday afternoon.

Depending on when you want to go out there for a look - I might be able to put you on to my young bloke, depending on what shift he's on. He's a diesel fitter / mechanic in Kalgoorlie, and he has my old Discovery with the same engine etc as the one you're looking at, so he knows his way around them pretty well.

Hey Buddy
Thanks for the reply. Your spot on the money with its location; its a shame you've gone back to Perth. I have the guy hopefully ringing me tomorrow to come and have a look at it, I presume over the weekend or after work during the week some i'm flexible with times. If your son has a spare hour or two to come and have a look with me I'd sought him out.! If you could ask him that would be great and much appreciated. I also get the impression that its well looked after but you never know.

Hit me up if you have any luck!

[BMKal]

Hey Buddy
Thanks for the reply. Your spot on the money with its location; its a shame you've gone back to Perth. I have the guy hopefully ringing me tomorrow to come and have a look at it, I presume over the weekend or after work during the week some i'm flexible with times. If your son has a spare hour or two to come and have a look with me I'd sought him out.! If you could ask him that would be great and much appreciated. I also get the impression that its well looked after but you never know.

Hit me up if you have any luck!

Just got a message back from the young bloke. Unfortunately he's also back at work on day shift, started this morning. He was also on break when I was home over the weekend - roster is 4 day, 4 night, 4 off - so it'll be about a week until he's got time off again.

If you can get the Defender into Kalgoorlie, give Jimmy Ah Chee a call at Diesel Gas Australia on 0408 934 443. Jim's not a Landrover expert (he's done a bit of work on my D2, but it's not what he specializes in) - but he's a bloody good mechanic.

Alternatively, you could try Stefan's Mechanical Service in Kambalda on 9027 1693. They're over in the light industrial area in Kambalda West. Old Stef lives in the house out the back of the business - he's retired but a bit of a Jeep and Landrover fanatic (more so Jeep - if you go there, ask to have a look at his ex-military Jeep and Trailer). His son runs the business now - good mechanic, but probably not a lot of experience with Land Rovers.

The bloke who owns the panel beating business in Clianthus Street just round the corner from Stef in the industrial area is a bit of a Land Rover buff - drives a white Disco 1 Tdi. He might be worth talking to if you can't find anyone else up there with Land Rover knowledge. Kambalda is only a small town - they will probably both know the vehicle you're looking at.

[kelvo]

The interior photo better be inserted backwards because if it isnt its a left hand drive!
(cant tell on my phone- sorry!)

Well spotted.

Odd thing is it isn't inserted backwards, the writing is the correct way round for the fan speed switch, radio buttons are 'normal' layout, and the right hand gauge is in it parked position to the left.

Yet the first pic shows it as being RHD.

[Spink]

Just got a message back from the young bloke. Unfortunately he's also back at work on day shift, started this morning. He was also on break when I was home over the weekend - roster is 4 day, 4 night, 4 off - so it'll be about a week until he's got time off again.

If you can get the Defender into Kalgoorlie, give Jimmy Ah Chee a call at Diesel Gas Australia on 0408 934 443. Jim's not a Landrover expert (he's done a bit of work on my D2, but it's not what he specializes in) - but he's a bloody good mechanic.

Alternatively, you could try Stefan's Mechanical Service in Kambalda on 9027 1693. They're over in the light industrial area in Kambalda West. Old Stef lives in the house out the back of the business - he's retired but a bit of a Jeep and Landrover fanatic (more so Jeep - if you go there, ask to have a look at his ex-military Jeep and Trailer). His son runs the business now - good mechanic, but probably not a lot of experience with Land Rovers.

The bloke who owns the panel beating business in Clianthus Street just round the corner from Stef in the industrial area is a bit of a Land Rover buff - drives a white Disco 1 Tdi. He might be worth talking to if you can't find anyone else up there with Land Rover knowledge. Kambalda is only a small town - they will probably both know the vehicle you're looking at.

Thanks for the information mate, much appreciated.