Factory-Original Land-Rover Defender
Originality Guide to Land Rover Defender Models 1920-2016
Will be published approx. on 27. November 2025
Book
Hardback
146 pages
978-1-914929-12-0 (ISBN)
Description
The Land Rover
Defender name was officially introduced in 1990, marking a major turning point
in the evolution of the coil-sprung utility Land Rovers. From that point until
2016, the Defender range developed steadily - with a succession of updates to
engines, trim levels, equipment and body styles.
Built to work
but increasingly adapted for leisure and lifestyle use, the Defender 90, 110
and 130 became icons in their own right. Today they are prized by collectors
and enthusiasts, but also in demand by buyers seeking the right example - with
originality and correct specification often making all the difference.
This book is the
ultimate reference for understanding what left the factory, when, and how to
spot it. It covers every major production change, all key engine and trim
variants, plus special editions and regional versions including North American
models. Over 330 photographs highlight factory-correct examples, supported by
expert commentary from leading Land Rover historian James Taylor.
Factory-Original
Land Rover Defender is ideal for restorers, owners - and anyone considering a
purchase - who wants to ensure they have the right vehicle, with the right
parts and features in place.
Key features:
- Covers all
Defender 90, 110 and 130 models from 1990 to 2016
- Includes body
styles, trim levels, engine and drivetrain options
- Detailed
breakdowns of special editions and export models
- Packed with
expert insight and over 330 photographs
- Essential for
restorers, buyers and enthusiasts alike
Defender name was officially introduced in 1990, marking a major turning point
in the evolution of the coil-sprung utility Land Rovers. From that point until
2016, the Defender range developed steadily - with a succession of updates to
engines, trim levels, equipment and body styles.
Built to work
but increasingly adapted for leisure and lifestyle use, the Defender 90, 110
and 130 became icons in their own right. Today they are prized by collectors
and enthusiasts, but also in demand by buyers seeking the right example - with
originality and correct specification often making all the difference.
This book is the
ultimate reference for understanding what left the factory, when, and how to
spot it. It covers every major production change, all key engine and trim
variants, plus special editions and regional versions including North American
models. Over 330 photographs highlight factory-correct examples, supported by
expert commentary from leading Land Rover historian James Taylor.
Factory-Original
Land Rover Defender is ideal for restorers, owners - and anyone considering a
purchase - who wants to ensure they have the right vehicle, with the right
parts and features in place.
Key features:
- Covers all
Defender 90, 110 and 130 models from 1990 to 2016
- Includes body
styles, trim levels, engine and drivetrain options
- Detailed
breakdowns of special editions and export models
- Packed with
expert insight and over 330 photographs
- Essential for
restorers, buyers and enthusiasts alike
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Beaworthy
United Kingdom
Illustrations
Over 300 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 262 mm
Width: 259 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
940 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-914929-12-0 (9781914929120)
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Persons
James
Taylor is the author of
several dozen books on motoring history, written for a number of different
publishers. An acknowledged expert on the post-war British motor industry, he
has a special interest in the products of the Rover car company and is widely
recognised as one of the leading authorities on Land Rovers. He is also a
former editor of Land Rover Enthusiast magazine.
James
has written extensively on the marque, including Factory-Original Land Rover
Series I, 80in Models, Factory-Original Land Rover Series I, 86-, 88-, 107-
& 109-inch Models, The Complete Catalogue of the Land Rover, and The
Complete Catalogue of Land Rover Conversions & Accessories, all published
by Herridge & Sons. He lives in rural Oxfordshire with his wife and the
younger two of his four children, surrounded by books about cars - and usually
with something old and interesting in the garage.
Taylor is the author of
several dozen books on motoring history, written for a number of different
publishers. An acknowledged expert on the post-war British motor industry, he
has a special interest in the products of the Rover car company and is widely
recognised as one of the leading authorities on Land Rovers. He is also a
former editor of Land Rover Enthusiast magazine.
James
has written extensively on the marque, including Factory-Original Land Rover
Series I, 80in Models, Factory-Original Land Rover Series I, 86-, 88-, 107-
& 109-inch Models, The Complete Catalogue of the Land Rover, and The
Complete Catalogue of Land Rover Conversions & Accessories, all published
by Herridge & Sons. He lives in rural Oxfordshire with his wife and the
younger two of his four children, surrounded by books about cars - and usually
with something old and interesting in the garage.