I am 99% certain I am getting the 110 XC utility S/W. A couple of things I will need to consider are:- 1. Swapping the LR stereo for one of those with built-in satnav, pop out screen, hopefully reverasing camera compatible and with bluetooth. 3. Tint the rear passenger door windows and the...

Hi Fanatic, Have to say your reply had me howling with laughter. I am very immune/patient with people's personailty defects nowadays, quite at odds with my previous short temper and complete lack of tolerance ;-) Have managed to get myself a deal where I want it to be - just took...

Have to say its difficult to get a price out of a dealer for the Defender 110 XS utility. They keep coming back with a set of monthlys and deposit and keep tweaking them accordingly. But the actual price of the vehicle and extras such as 1st reg fee, tax, etc. keeps getting lost. What is...

Just after warming the wife to a commercial vehicle and talking myself into a 110 XS utility S/W, instead of a Hilux Invincible, I come across this poor chap whose Defender seems loaded with problems :-( Hmm, what do I do???

Been for a test drive. Want a 110 XS utility-wagon. But the only vehicle available was a base 90 hardtop. The engine was nice and torquey low-down, it revved and generally accounted itself well. I did find the gears notchy in 1st and 2nd, but they loosened up after a few miles. The steering...

Hi, I did a searcha nd struggled to find the right answers, so apologies if what I am askign is already covered. I the meantime... ...Is the 2.4 TDCi an improvement in terms or performance and economy over the Td5? In fact how does the 2.4 TDCi stand with economy? Is the 6-speed gearbox...

Rick, Thanks for the photos, makes a lot more sense now. Out of itnerest where do I get a copy of the parts catalogue you refer to? is there a free PDF download site or similar? Thanks, Harvey

Hi Redhand, Am I going to ahve problems with VOSA, DVLA, etc. if I take a 2000yr, W plate, hardtop and convert it to have extra seats and become a pseudo utility SW? Thanks Harvey

H 'Redhand', Is the hardtop chassis different form that of the DCPU or SW? Thanks harvey

Yes, that is where I am starting from. I know of a high-mileage 110 Td5 hard top, but its in mint condition and has a full, regular service history and has been a reliable unit. But I would prefer a DCPU or the utility SW, so as it has a roof and rear panels already, I guess its just a matter...

Hi Rick, I really appreciate the assistance. Seeing as you were out Friday night and its Saturday morning I will be patient ;-) Thanks, Harvey

Hi Rick, Thats sounds encouraging, thank you. I will give you a nod sometime and chat some more, just deciding whether it might be easier/cheaper to buy a DCPU 110 or the utility SW 110 instead. Approximately, how many hours are involved and what would the parts cost? Thanks, Harvey

Hello, Anyone out there who will talk to me and offer advice please? Harvey

Hi, New to this forum, but have been 'lurking' for a while. I came from the World of Freelanders, but decided I need a more traditional Land-Rover. Anyway, I have the opportunity to purchase a 110 Td5 hardtop in very good condition, mechanically and appearance wise. Its very high...

Yes, you'd of thought I would have learnt after the first. But I treated them like cats and I guess they expended their useful lives ;-)

Hi all, Born-again on this forum, from Derby. Used to obsess about Freelanders (owned approx. 9 including a genuine Camel Trophy). Now looking at a Series 1 (probably 86/88" as I am not really worthy of an 80"), 101 FC (std GS is fine) or some form of Defender (probably Td5) - yes quite a...