This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction - 10th July on Thursday the 10th of July. BackgroundLand Rover’s venerable Defender series debuted in 1983, taking over from the tried and trusted ‘Series’ Land Rovers, beloved by generations of farmers, soldiers, explorers and adventurers. A design icon as globally recognised as a London black cab or a double-decker bus, the Defender ushered the all-wheel-drive, go-anywhere, do-anything Land Rover into a new era. It introduced improved on-road manners thanks to its all-coil spring suspension and permanent all-wheel drive with a lockable centre differential – both borrowed from the Range Rover.A sales success from day one, the Defender’s 33-year lifespan and excellent survival rate mean these vehicles are likely to remain a regular feature on and off the roads for many years to come. The CarThis early 1999 Td5 is finished in Epsom Green, over a durable Techno Grey cloth interior. The exterior is equally impressive – there are no signs of paint degradation due to electrolytic corrosion, and common problem areas such as the mirror brackets, steps, rear crossmember and chassis have all been steam-cleaned and wax-oiled, leaving them in remarkable condition. The tyres have an abundance of tread remaining all round – including the spare. The car has just ticked over 84,000 miles and presents like new inside, with the cloth seats still in excellent condition. All switches and dials are believed to be in full working order. This example is fitted with four separate seats in the rear, making it the perfect 4x4 whether you need to carry people or fill the boot with luggage, as the seats fold away neatly. Naturally, being a Land Rover, it possesses legendary off-road capability. The car runs and drives superbly both on and off the road, with smooth operation through the 5-speed gearbox. Both high and low range work exactly as they should, making it ready for immediate use. Location: Leicestershire Photos: Professional Sellers: Trade