Land Rover NAS 1993
It’s hard to believe that it was only two decades ago when Land Rover brought the Defender to North America. But in 1993, it was an exciting time for the British car maker and a landmark year for the world.
There were a lot of memorable things land rover nas that year, including Lennox Lewis beating Tony Tucker in the heavyweight title and Intel announcing the groundbreaking Pentium processor. But perhaps one of the most important was that Land Rover launched their North American Specification utility vehicle in a long-wheelbase 110 form and a short-wheelbase 90 form, with a run of just over 7,000 examples sold in all!
NAS models were all powered by a 3.9-liter V8 engine, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. These vehicles are considered the most desirable versions of the Defender available in North America today, but they also come with a number of differences from their counterparts sold elsewhere.
Unpacking the NAS Land Rover Defender: History, Features, and Value
A lot of them came with the optional fiberglass hard top, which had a tendency to crack and break on install or when rubbed against obstacles off-road. These days finding an original fiberglass top that is still intact can be tough.
Another big change was the introduction of an alternative engine, a 2.4-liter Ford DuraTorq diesel. This was based on the engine used in the Ford Transit, and it was designed specifically for use in off-road conditions with a specialized lubrication system and sealing systems to keep lubricants on long distances.