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£34,464

2014 Land Rover Defender Challenge 'Bowler' - 17,241 Miles

United Kingdom • 13 May 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a rare, Bowler-upgraded Land Rover Defender, one of only 14 built for the Defender Challenge rally series. It features a rebuilt turbocharger, competition modifications, and a unique livery, making it attractive for rally competitors and collectors. Noted issues include some scratches and a non-functional horn.

Condition

6

The seller notes some scratches and a non-functional horn. However, the MOT test was recently passed without advisories, suggesting good mechanical condition. Referencing the photo gallery is necessary for a comprehensive assessment of exterior and interior condition to finalize the rating.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

17,241 miles

Reg Number:

VK13 ULY

RHD/LHD:

RHD

KEY FACTS A rare Bowler-upgraded version of the iconic Land Rover Defender, built for the Motor Sport Association (MSA)-governed Defender Challenge rally series.

Its 2.2-litre diesel engine produces 175bhp and 332lb-ft of torque, which drives all four wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.

The Defender Challenge was a seven-round rally series for road-legal Bowler-modified Defender 90s, which also supported ‘rookie’ drivers on their path to the iconic Dakar rally.

The odometer shows 17,241 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Alongside an upgraded engine, the Defender Challenge cars feature Bilstein shock absorbers and uprated anti-roll bars, a substantial MSA-approved roll cage, competition bucket seats and harnesses, a dashboard-mounted Terratrip Rally Computer, a Peltor intercom, and remotely operated ignition cut-off and fire suppression systems.

Number two of 14 cars built, this example is finished in a white, blue, and red ‘Powered by Bowler’ Defender Challenge livery, with a b...