✦ Shifty Estimate
$46,200
- 12 months median
- $77K
- Sales, 12 months
- 2
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1983 Land Rover Defender
1983 to 2016 · SUV
Price history
Recent sales
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Specifications
- Engine
- Inline-4, 2.25L
- Power
- 68 hp
- Torque
- 103 lb-ft
- Top speed
- 70 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
Common questions
How much does a Land Rover Defender cost?
Over the past 12 months, 2 have sold publicly at a median of $76,807. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $46,200. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $39,270 to $53,130, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1983 Land Rover Defender worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $46,200. That sits below the $76,807 median of actual sales because the estimate weights the most recent results most heavily, and recent sales have come in under the longer-run median. We rate confidence medium: 2 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.
What has a Land Rover Defender sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $113,113Mar 15, 2026Porsche Chalk Gray · 100 mi
- $40,500Nov 5, 2025Coniston Green · 189,000 mi
- $44,000Jun 13, 2025Red · 209,000 mi
The original Land Rover Defender represents the end of an era—the final evolution of a design that traced back to the 1948 Series I. Built from 1983 to 2016, this utilitarian icon combined agricultural toughness with surprising collector appeal. The ladder-frame chassis, live axles, and aluminum bodywork delivered legendary off-road capability that made it the choice of military forces, aid organizations, and adventurers worldwide. While early 90s and 110s command premium prices, the final NAS (North American Specification) models from 1993-1997 are particularly sought after, as are the limited Heritage and SVX variants. Post-2012 models with the 2.2-liter Puma diesel offer modern reliability. Values have surged as enthusiasts recognize the Defender's authentic character in an increasingly sanitized automotive landscape. Clean, unmolested examples are becoming rare, making originality paramount for collectors.