1983 Land Rover 110 Hi-Cap review from UK and Ireland

Nothing in my ownership, really. The only problem was broken electrical wires and a faulty battery.

This has to be the best car I have ever owned. OK, it's scratched, dented and dirty, but these things can be fixed.

On the road, an old Defender has charm, but it is not a "car"; it doesn't handle as well as other cars, and it is very noisy, a problem, however that's easily fixed. The seats are rumored to be uncomfortable, but this is not true, the seats are just as good as any modern car. The steering and gears are harder that in a "car", but still easily manageable.

However, off-road, the Defender is the most fun you can have in a vehicle. Stick it in low range and climb muddy hills in tickover! Mine has an uprated 2.5 engine, but it's not too different from the usual 2.25. If you get caught in particularly bad mud, stick it in diff-lock, it'll amaze you...

It is great fun off road with kit and friends in the back. If you enjoy camping expeditions, this is the car for you!

The Landy can haul huge loads (mine's a hi-cap pick up 110).There are only three seats, so if you want a cheap family runabout, go for a mid 90's 110 station wagon.

Environmentalists go on about how 4x4's aren't "green", but the energy used to make and dispose of a "green" car every few years far exceeds the pollution my Landy causes! Plus I plan on keeping this car running for ever. Everything from the near-invincible chassis, to the grille is replaceable, and the Defender has a huge following, join a club for cheap parts and insurance.

On the roads, nobody gets in you're way, you're above "chav cars" and the like, and other Defender drivers often wave!

This car is reliable, safe, fun, strong, has tonnes more character than imports, and above all it is more than a car, it's a friend for life!