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Discover the timeless allure of the Land Rover Defender—a rugged icon that blends raw off‑road capability with classic styling. Whether you’re eyeing the storied 1980 model, comparing snapshots of the Defender’s evolution, or hunting the best used Land Rover Defender price, this database gives you a clear, data‑driven snapshot of the vehicle’s value trajectory.

• Car: Land Rover Defender 1980–present
• Era: 1980 edition
• Core Question: What is a 1980 Land Rover Defender worth?
• Brand Sentiment: A guardian of adventure, admired in both classic collector circles and modern utility markets.

Key Specifications (Body‑by‑Body)

• Engine: 140 hp 2.25‑liter, 4‑cyl. (1980) → 146 hp 2.3‑liter, 4‑cyl. (2005+) → 177 hp 3.0‑liter, 4‑cyl. (2018+)
• Transmission: 4‑speed manual (early models); 5‑speed manual, automatic (and dual‑clutch) 8‑speed options (latest)
• Fuel type: Petrol (gasoline) across all generations
• Fuel Economy: 13–18 mpg (city), 17–20 mpg (highway) depending on era
• Dimensions:
• Length: 170–179 in (4.32–4.55 m)
• Width: 78–80 in (1.98–2.03 m)
• Height: 73–78 in (1.85–1.98 m)
• Wheelbase: 112–115 in (2.84–2.92 m)
• Drive Type: 4WD fully locking (standard across all models)
• Towing Capacity: 4,200–4,500 lbs (1,900–2,040 kg)
• Payload: 500–650 lbs (227–295 kg)
• Seating: 2 or 4‑seat layouts (classic “T‑bar” or later “integrated” configurations)
• Key Heritage Note: The 1980 Defender is known for its discrete aluminium chassis, a symbol of 1970s‑stadium engineering.

Depreciation Insights

Understanding the Land Rover Defender depreciation curve is essential when you’re evaluating the used Land Rover Defender price. Historically, beyond the 1980 era, the Defender has shown remarkable resilience.

• First Year: As for the newer 2.0‑L engines, the vehicle typically loses 15–20 % of its value in the first calendar year after purchase.
• Years 2‑5: Depreciation slows to an average of 4–7 % per year—the rate of many full‑size SUVs.
• Years 6‑10: The rate typically dips to 1–3 % per year as the vehicle stabilizes into a classic‐car status.
• Long‑Term (10+ years): Depreciation can plateau at 0–1 % per year, especially for models with low mileage and solid restoration quality.

Thus, a 1980 Defender that priced

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4 years ago	used	£35,000.00		Unlock all links
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