hhariri

Thank you all for taking the time to post a response. I've been glued to the pages of this and other forums for better part of the weekend. I'm certainly much more informed than i was 48 hours ago. Lots of good reading One question that I do have: I seem to remember reading somewhere that for an original Land Over (no mods) serial numbers have to match between three parts: The engine, chassis and ...... not sure what's that 3rd part? and where are these numbers located exactly?

Yes. It is Yan the Landy Man. Seemed like a nice enough fellow. Any good or bad experiences with him?

Thank you for your response. Its located in Bolton (just outside of Manchester). It is being sold by a gentlemen that deals regularly in Land Rovers. Once it comes here, i plan to drive it around for a while and get a "feel" for what it needs in a way of restoration. Never had a Land Rover (but always wanted one). Yes. Eventually, i plan to install a 200tdi if one can be found (maybe upgrade the drive train as well). I'm an urban guy and not much into off road. I realize the D90s is not meant for touring. But man i like their looks.

HI all, I'm new to these forums and to Land Rovers in general. So I've a line on 1988 RHD Defender with 89k (located in UK). All original and no mods. It comes with a 2.5 NA petrol engine. The body and frame from what i can tell are in fairly good shape (no visible rust). Minor dings for a truck this age. I'm looking to import it to US. The truck can be had for 3500 GBP (~ $6K). I'm concerned with the 2.5 NA engine. How reliable are these engines? Are they adequate for high-way driving say at ~65 MPH? I'll be using this truck mostly for getting about and camping trips. Thank you in advance for any information or suggestions.