1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft Top for Sale With 87,100 MilesAutoblogKyle EdwardFri, September 18, 2026 at 12:12 AM UTCAdd us on GoogleAutoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.AA Yellow with a black soft top and an external roll cage is the NAS Defender at its most recognizable. Bidding on Cars and Bids has reached $31,000 with seven days left. The seller bought the truck here in March 2024 and has added close to 2,800 miles.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsWhat it's worth right nowMarket data from Classic.com records a $229,900 high for a 1997 NAS Defender 90 in July 2026 and a $23,750 low for a 1995 example. One collector guide places NAS D90s in good condition between $55,000 and $100,000, with pristine examples approaching $200,000.AdvertisementAdvertisementAt 87,100 miles with disclosed rust, this sits below that band rather than inside it. Fair value lands at $45,000 to $60,000, with $52,000 the most likely close. No reserve guarantees a sale, and while the truck sold here in March 2024, no price is documented in this listing.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsCondition and detailsRust is the honest issue. The seller discloses it on body panels, seat hardware, engine bay components, and the underbody, with photographs, alongside weathered trim, a cracked mirror, and wipers that no longer park themselves. A Waxoyl coating went on in March 2022, and a floor pan repair and rear cross member welding appear in the 2022 and 2023 records.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsThe repair file is unusually deep at this price. January 2025 brought a front crankshaft seal, rear main seal, oil pan gasket, trailing arm bushings, spark plugs, exhaust manifold gaskets, and fluid services across the transmission, transfer case, and differentials. Tires followed in April 2024, with a thermostat and steering damper in 2022.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsTwo decisions narrow the audience. The air conditioning has been removed, which suits an open truck in the Northeast and not a buyer in Texas, and four inward-facing jump seats were installed in 2023. One key comes with the truck, and the May 2026 oil change is seller-reported without documentation.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeLand RoverModelDefender 90 NAS Soft TopYear1997Mileage87,100 milesEngine4.0-liter V8Power182 horsepower and 232 lb-ft at the factory ratingTransmissionFour-speed automatic with two-speed transfer caseDrive typeFour-wheel driveExterior colorAA YellowInterior colorGrayCurrent bid$31,000Interested in this NAS Defender 90? View the listing here.What makes the NAS Defender 90 uniqueLand Rover sold the Defender 90 in North America only for 1994, 1995, and 1997, reworked to meet regulations here with unique bodywork, an external roll cage, and V8 power rather than the diesels the rest of the world received. For 1997, the final year, the 4.0-liter V8 arrived with a four-speed automatic.1997 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS Soft TopCars & BidsThat short run is why values climbed so hard. Production ran to a few thousand, every example is legal in all 50 states without import complications, and demand rose with the broader Defender boom. The 1997 V8 automatics sit atop the NAS hierarchy, which is why even used-up examples trade for serious money.My takeFair value sits at $45,000 to $60,000, with $52,000 the most likely result, and the crux is rust rather than the famous former owner. Provenance sells the first look, but the reason to bid is close to $44,000 of documented service across two careful owners, including seals, bushings, and fluids most NAS trucks still need at this mileage. Against that, corrosion sits where these trucks always corrode. Inspect the chassis, and $52,000 is fair money.AdvertisementAdvertisementDisclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Sep 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.