SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this custom 1996 Land Rover Defender 110 five-door 4WD sport-utility vehicle that was a recipient of a recent complete restoration and shows 3,753 miles. Finished in British Racing Green over a saddle Nappa leather interior, it is offered with a clear title.

Monarch Defender, of Ames, Iowa, prides itself in crafting bespoke versions of the legendary Land Rover Defender. Its website reads, “We uphold the legacy of these vehicles through meticulous craftsmanship and personalized enhancements.” Monarch blends the analog, vintage look of the renowned 1990s sport-utility vehicle – a favorite for off-roaders and enthusiasts – with a modernized suspension, cutting-edge infotainment, and generous creature comforts. The result is a vehicle unlike any other.

Dubbed the “Ready Beast,” this bespoke Defender is badged as unit number TX130 and is ready to tackle any terrain in its path. Its boxy, utilitarian aesthetic goes hand in hand with its heavy-duty engineering: A steel ladder frame provides foundational strength, and the 33-inch tires, Fox suspension, and upgraded axles ensure confidence when the going gets rough. Power is plentiful thanks to an LS3 6.2-liter V8 powerplant – the same 430-horsepower heart that propels the C6 Chevrolet Corvette. 

The interior, by contrast, is full of modern amenities. The build incorporates heated and cooled seating, LED ambient lighting, Dynamat sound-deadening insulation, an Alpine touchscreen infotainment system, and a multi-zone Vintage Air climate control system. With this rig, getting in touch with remote regions of the outdoors doesn’t necessarily mean having to sacrifice comfort. Serious off-road adventures await.

Exterior

Interior

Mechanical

The build included the use of a new, crate-sourced GM LS3 engine, and there are no outstanding service needs noted at this time. The sale will include a build sheet outlining $315,000 in line items.

The photo gallery illustrates the vehicle’s condition both inside and out. It is described as a turn-key sport-utility vehicle and is accompanied by a six-month warranty from the builder.

As the recipient of a full restoration, this Defender 110 is said to free of significant imperfections.

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With a Monarch Defender, the joy of off-roading comes from a unique blend of a preserved heritage with enhanced performance. The evidence of craftsmanship becomes crystal clear when looking at the details of the build – from the adventure-ready exterior to the luxurious interior – every nut and bolt is part of a thought-out vision that came to life. This 1996 Defender 110 is truly worthy of its name, the “Ready Beast.” Where will it take you?

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