Thread: IS this defender??

Stage 1... it has leaf springs....

Definitely a Stage 1 Series 3 - given away by:- no flares on mudguards, leaf springs, rear crossmember, heater intake, grille, divided windscreen, two hinge rear door, sliding door windows with vertical join (very early 110 had sliding windows, but with the join parallel to the front edge).

Also, but not really relevant, no Defenders had lift door handles, although pre-Defender 110s did.

Originally posted by JDNSW
Also, but not really relevant, no Defenders had lift door handles, although pre-Defender 110s did.

Did you notice that the Tomb Raider Defender used in the movie did have lift door handles. I think they are still used when the two-piece door (like the Sereis LR) is specified. You'll note that Larta Croft's Defender doesn't have door tops.

Ron

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(\"p38arover\")</div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(\"JDNSW\")</div><div class='quotemain'>Also, but not really relevant, no Defenders had lift door handles, although pre-Defender 110s did.[/b][/quote]

Did you notice that the Tomb Raider Defender used in the movie did have lift door handles. I think they are still used when the two-piece door (like the Sereis LR) is specified. You'll note that Larta Croft's Defender doesn't have door tops.

Ron[/b][/quote]

You're right of course - see the Wolf military Defender (Although I am not absolutely sure it is called a Defender?)
I thought of this after I pressed the "submit" button, but hoped nobody would notice.

Yes... it is actually Stage 1 (1980late to 1984) with Range Rover running gear with Rover V8 petrol or Iszuz 3.9 diesel, all drums brake and leaf springs.

Came out in 4 models (I think) Chassic cab
Truck cab
Panel van
Station wagon

Not a Defender... :wink:

Chris 8)

Originally posted by Ace
I dont recall defenders ever having a tropic roof either. matt

Have a look at your Bush Tucker Man DVD's again Matt!!!

LRH

Land Rover Registration Number (if currently registered): --
Model: Series III V8 - commonly called a Stage 1 Engine Size: 3.5 litre
Type: Four Wheel Drive For Sale by: Private Seller
Doors: 5
Date of Manufacture: Jun 1982 VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): Can provide
Date of 1st Registration: -- Engine Number: Can provide
Colour: Red Registration Information: --
Metallic Paint: -- Factory/Aftermarket Warranty: --
Right-hand drive/Left-hand drive: Right-hand drive Transmission: Manual
Number of Previous Owners: -- Fuel: Petrol
Kilometres: -- Is Import: --
Condition: Used Safety Features: --
Options: 4-Wheel Drive, AM/FM Stereo, Tow Bar, Extra seats in rear, wide rims and tyres.




When you read the description, it even mentions its a stage 1.

Originally posted by cols110
When you read the description, it even mentions its a stage 1.

It does now. I wrote to him and gave him he same info that I wrote in the second post to this thread.

Note my words "Land Rover Series III V8 - commonly called a Stage 1"

Note his words "Series III V8 - commonly called a Stage 1"

He replied and said he'd fix the listing which he has now done.


Ron