Buying a TDI 300 110 Ute that has been used for towing

[Floydo]

Hi
My dream is hopefully about to come true. Owning my first Defender. The one I'm looking at has a brake controller fitted and has be used to tow big horse floats around. That is the reason they are selling it.
Should this be a concern? Is there any areas in the chassis that could potentially suffer? Where should I look for? It appears to be a well looked after country vehicle.
Thanks

[micksta1973]

Check 5th gear. It should never be used for towing heavy loads as it isn't strong enough. Other than that, general drive line wear due to it's history.

[djam1]

Hi
My dream is hopefully about to come true. Owning my first Defender. The one I'm looking at has a brake controller fitted and has be used to tow big horse floats around. That is the reason they are selling it.
Should this be a concern? Is there any areas in the chassis that could potentially suffer? Where should I look for? It appears to be a well looked after country vehicle.
Thanks

As stated 5th gear could be a little overworked but its usually the 2 bearings at the back of the box in the alloy housing.
I would budget a box drop and replace the 2 rear bearings and oil pump not a big job but will put your mind at ease.
The chassis is unlikely to suffer its not a jap ute.