I Bought a 30 Year Old Land Rover Defender and Here's What Happened

[@kasimsaeed9010]

Appreciate that you've put this into one video and not milked it into multiple separate videos, Lovely colour as well

[@tastic212]

The shade....

[@yellopops]

well don’t start giving him ideas now

[@wesley2scoops]

Mate, have a word. It will be work in progress for him and he is documenting his journey. Tough crowd. Jesus.

[@Howson-IRL]

Glad you liked it! Funnily enough, there will be more to come

[@mightydazken]

Honestly so fatigued and demoralized by these last 10 years of United, glad you're finding new things to do and share with us!

[@bouncecentral230]

Hearing you talk about cars and not football is mad... Loved the vid, and truck looks sweet.

[@Howson-IRL]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@chivasfan4everr]

Just listen to off the bar on Stretford paddock and you’ll hear him talk about anything non-football related

[@Eckyredtheunready]

Adding some sort of solar battery would be a good next step. The Bushman and Blue channel has a really good van refurbishment that might give you some pointers.

[@Journey_of_James]

Seen a few defenders where a thin Solar panel has been added onto the bonnet with an auxiliary battery wired in - think that would be a good shout 🤙🏻

[@Savazhe]

Glad you chose this one, Ste. It was the one you seemed most excited about when you made the first video. Wishing you years of fun with it!

[@1978themacca]

Howson, when you’re finished, could you please do a video on how much you spent and where to buy things, garages used etc? ❤

[@CanadairCL44]

If you own a Land Rover, you need your own oil refinery. That's been my experience.

[@KombiLife]

Love me a good adventure rig build. Nice work Howson.

[@Howson-IRL]

You and me both!

[@decwarb5600]

Great choice and glad you’ve kept the green. Looking forward to seeing more modifications!

[@Howson-IRL]

You and me both!

[@charliemullenmusic]

My Dad bought a beat up Land-rover after he left the Army. He then took us on a 3 week mountain and rock climbing trek round Scotland in 1990. I was 9 years old and did at least 5 Munro’s! Loving this channel and a good escape from the reds playing like a bag of toss😂🤦‍♂️

[@tedonsnow5102]

Thanks Ste, really enjoy what you are doing with this channel. Really happy you went for the defender, always had a soft spot for them. Gonna be ally when you’ve got it all Gucci’d up!

[@Howson-IRL]

Much appreciated!

[@derekbest1989]

I love that you picked it. It's perfect for Ste

[@Howson-IRL]

It really is!

[@misdamagoo213]

Some wrap-around bar work up front. Set of 37 inch Micky Thompson muddy's. ARB Diff covers. Snorkel. Dual battery for the winch, fridge & lights. That should get u started!

[@normancesar3812]

Great choice! Looking forward to seeing the finished vehicle.

[@sqwark4523]

I knew this would be the one!!!

[@JamesHi95]

What a machine! So much potential with these cars. Looking forward to following the journey!

[@Howson-IRL]

You and me both!

[@nicksmith2683]

Same as mine. You get used to tooling about at 50 rather than 70. Much more and your teeth start rattling. Welcome to the club. Awesome wheels. Unstoppable. Hope you take it off road too.

[@Howson-IRL]

That's the plan! Cheers, mate

[@Puppet_masterUK]

Dad had Denfenders for years. Got to add a snorkel and a winch

[@samcarter5576]

Definitely add some recovery points. Looks class. I want one now

[@billbaggiotmua372]

I knew it, The best choice by far and an investment, looks quality ste👍🏻 The one thing I might suggest is upgrading the insulation to the beast, around the doors, maybe roof lining, make it water tight and keep the moisture out of the interior basically.

[@markriley2733]

Alive tuning do great suspension upgrades. I had the comfort pack springs and rock shox Totally improved handling steering breaking just the whole feel of the car Can’t recommend it enough

[@Howson-IRL]

Good to know!

[@blacklotus5364]

Glad you went for the classic. 👌🏻

[@Howson-IRL]

The best!

[@philtarry2558]

Looks great. Recommend a BMW M57 engine conversion. Small point, air intakes on wings go on the top of the chequer plate

[@tonylomas9773]

Great choice and cool video. It’s clearly been a labour of love. Enjoy!

[@davidandrewmitchell5590]

Tyres and wheels are awesome 👍. Mobile storage drawer and gull-wing would be great for adventures, camping

[@michaeltaylor4395]

I have a Land Rover and i regularly use MDRS Automotive for any issues, certainly not as old as your but the lads in there are top class. Video is quality

[@TylerJohnston_]

Take care Ste! always love the content!

[@ryancurry2911]

Go to dieselpumpuk and get an om606 engine. They can make up to 600bhp and are a fully mechanical engine

[@frase1989]

Looks mint. Hopefully get the inside kitted for camping

[@Howson-IRL]

That's the plan!

[@markriley2733]

That looks really good now so much better than stock. Checker plate looks good but it’s a dirt trap so keep an eye on body work corrosion.

[@Howson-IRL]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Scottuz]

It Fits Ste, it's the right Motor

[@EVilRotoRs]

Awesome Defender! Definitely has more personality than the other two vehicles. Looks like you got the modifying bug. Always a little nerve wracking drilling into clean body panels lol

[@davidwilliams5018]

Great content thanks Ste. More chilled vibe than watching Utd!

[@Howson-IRL]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@kaizen335-e9i]

A United fan who's also a Land Rover Defender enthusiast like me. You sir have just gained a new sub!

[@Howson-IRL]

Thank you, pal!

[@coalitionOTW]

Love it! Definitely the right vehicle for you. Onboard air compressor is a must for overlanding 👍🏻

[@leekellett4365]

I just want to see Ash on a road trip with you, hating the camping experience while you love it

[@Howson-IRL]

Maybe one day!

[@Fd2r_scott]

Howson doing car vlogs, love it! Looking forward to seeing what you do with the build 👏🏽

[@Howson-IRL]

More to come!

[@badgerisland72]

Enjoyed this Ste and looking forward to watching how the work progresses.

[@BySixa]

Ste, I follow you for the football, but honestly, this content is what would make me watch the IRL channel - I love it. I'm a big car guy so this kind of stuff is perfect and your presentation style transfers really well to these kind of videos. Please keep this content up

[@Howson-IRL]

Make sure to subscribe! Plenty more to come with the Defender

[@halezification]

Tent box pop up cab tent rather than a roof rack for sure!

[@conorcleary2100]

Shovel to the Bonnet!!! To complete the look with a winch

[@previnsnaidu1]

This was the right move. Great year too(born in 1993 haha)

[@marlonandjosh]

Camping with Ste.....great content mate its refreshing not talking football or man utd. Atm.

[@deeklan9794]

Love the pick Ste! You could tell this would be the one 👊❤️

[@SamuelStowe91]

It’s the car embodiment of Ste! 😂🙌 have you looked into roof tents? Know someone who loves there’s and gives them space to sleep up top. Perhaps a rum cabinet as well? Too posh boy shooting vibes?

[@Howson-IRL]

It's very me, 100%

[@tonywaterhouse5291]

looking good Ste.

[@deeklan9794]

Back in the day my Mum had a long wheel base landy. We'd get 2 people laying across the back seat and 2 on the floor. Basically being a lottery of which corner you go around depended on what side rolled off on top of the people on the floor. Roundabouts were chaos 😂 not sure your getting away with doing that these days... Funnest journey you'll have as kids though! Make sure you before that gets changed you let your lad and his friends play that game.. Bundle Roulette

[@utd88jb90]

Really like the look of this cart wait to see what kit u put in it camping side of it really will set it off

[@andrewatherton6166]

Think I seen you bobbing through glossop in it the other week. Looks belting!!

[@Nametaken144]

a decent winch might be handy. I'd also consider modular water storage so that you can add more storage when needed for longer trips. Maybe some drawers on heavy duty runners you can pull out of the back for cooking on.

[@rodarreola0321]

Loving the Wheeler Dealer vibes 😆🙏🏽

[@lisabradley9288]

Looking good so far Stephen. Who would of thought you could actually make an old defender look cool 😎🤣❤️ Knew you would get the defender! Can't take the Army out of you can we 🤣🤣🪖🎖️ look forward to future content, keep up the great work

[@mankiimc]

Ste, if you’re after ruggedness a winch and a snorkel to go with your lightbar will complete the look! Also, with the weight of those wheels, you may at some point need to do an engine swap!

[@treesandgardens4300]

Gorgeous van, love it! I'd lift it and put a snorkel on and definitely an awning

[@Howson-IRL]

Good suggestions!

[@Mr_Tee_Cee]

boat insulation is a shout, with matting for air flow to stop condensation

[@robpalmer1256]

Roof tent, plenty of options out there, interior big roll draw and make the bench seats into storage, roof cargo netting for soft items.

[@IAmConorr]

I was born in 94, so in my head I still think Landy is *only* 20 years old... Cheers for reminding me I'm 30, Ste! Great content as always on this channel

[@Howson-IRL]

Thanks mate

[@redflagbadger513]

Good lad! Great choice!

[@Leftforred]

looking deadly, Ste. Love it. Could watch this type of content all day.

[@Kazelrov]

Defenders are class, glad to see you enjoying yours. Looks grand on the outside now. Underneath... we'll pretend that wasn't a thing 😂 Looking forward to more updates.

[@akbarmiah3]

Proper enjoyed that can’t wait to see then update on the car. You’ve got me wanting to get a one a fix it up. Just need to learn to to fix them 😂

[@Simon.W1]

Good Video Ste 👍 Looking forward to what you do next to upgrade

[@Howson-IRL]

Thanks 👍

[@douglaswilson762]

Great choice Steve but a fair bit of work to do. After the chassis swap I am looking forward to see what you do to bring it up to date. The IRL videos are very good and you emphasise that TV presenters on mainstream broadcasters are overpaid and not very good.

[@torqueandtrailupgrades]

What's the name of the catalogue that had all the components in it, its just before he says the name of the design website?????

[@andorrasrevenge1683]

That Vw was pretty sick too

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one Howson get some checkaplate on it rooftop tent and bar light on top solar panel and a vicktron inverter and the water tank underneath you will have it rocking ✌️🔰

[@ACEPodcastNation]

Good work mate. Takes your mind off footy as well

[@Howson-IRL]

Thanks 👍

[@mrmivisuals]

Really enjoying these videos. Keep em up!

[@Howson-IRL]

Glad you like them!

[@sleepingbear1889]

Adding winch and snorkel would give a off-road start

[@Journey_of_James]

Once you’ve got the chassis sorted you should look at getting some black tube steps/rock sliders on the sides👌🏼

[@Journey_of_James]

Would definitely recommended the Optimill Security hinges, bit of a fiddly job if you choose to do it yourself but helps to deter any thief’s I reckon you should whack a snorkel on the side too, and get some black powder coated window guards for the rear windows to protect your gear when out! Some window wind deflectors on the doors will also help widen the look of the car, making it look a bit beefy!

[@iamtomwood]

100% the right HowsonIRL wagon.

[@bighawk23]

In terms of looks yeah, but the sensible decision would have been a land cruiser. You'll freeze in the land rover

[@feralpleasures4767]

Thick black Bitumen paint on the bottom of your viechle Ste! Stop the rust coming up from the bottom and protect the undercarriage

[@LaurentFrangie]

Get the Front Runner Roof Rack- has the best accessories and utility rack out there imo! Looking sick so far though 👍🏼

[@HandY07]

Ste’s bought a defender before Man UTD

[@grimm-gh2wr]

😂😂😂😂😭😭😭Bro

[@sjgmus]

Great video look forward to seeing it evolve

[@Howson-IRL]

You and me both!

[@alexmaggs3461]

Glad you like it Ste, Landy's are great, please do the window seals though, they always go

[@kellyphillips4762]

looking forward to this Ste

[@kingof206]

I used to not like you for some odd reason but you’ve grown on me 😂 great video

[@Howson-IRL]

Thanks I guess? Welcome to the channel!

[@johncowell710]

Great this, I’m not a petrol head, but this is so interesting/ exciting for an ordinary Joe, can’t wait to see the refit take shape, having had a camper van if you’re going to sleep in it then get good blackout curtains/blinds .

[@Howson-IRL]

Cheers for the suggestion

[@kfaposse]

congrats Ste we only had to wait six months for that vid - LOL! - I hope you sealed the holes you drilled to prevent issues down the road! Get a Tow hitch for your trailer to haul the ATV/jetski I see in the future!

[@jforden78]

Ste, you should look at Overlanding equipment in the US. You can get tents for the roof rack and all kinds of crazy stuff.

[@johnm3541]

It's looking good this was more enjoyable than the football stuff 😊 we're going to win the cup, looking forward to the interior i know you'll do a great job

[@liamkil3]

Looks absolutely class great choice for what your doing

[@zosoiv755]

Great video Ste. You should check out the guys who did the Speedshop tv program. The had an episode where the did a Defender upgrade for a mountain rescue service.

[@anthonyduffy6953]

They are awesome cars. I can remember my dads from when i was a kid, he used to take it off roading and it was awesome. He even fitted his own sideways seats in the back.

[@haydenhill1149]

Such a sick vehicle

[@RedDevilDog1207]

Beauty … truck is nice too Ste

[@Jamesbaker123]

You know, we know, it was the right choice mate. On the engine id honestly keep it and just give it a major tune up, all new fluids/filters/plugs etc.

[@samoothy]

This made me want to get another defender. Nice one Ste

[@timcollins7063]

Steve, surprised you didn't go 2nd hand Japanese. Keep that Landy light 👍, simplify where possible & then build up when youre both properly acquainted. Love is in the air. 🔴❤️.

[@nickmail7604]

Got a long wheel base ex army Landy, 55 years old, love it.

[@jb-78]

Mat Howson Armstrong, eat your heart out!

[@chrsalg]

ste a winch and snorkel is a must on the beast mode 110

[@LocalNoob_2]

always said it Ste has to upload more irl content and thank god he is doing it i would defo smoke a joint with ste if i ever met him

[@bogeymanmusic1857]

Nailed it ste spot on

[@shotataguchi8370]

Quality of the videos are insane !!!

[@sambirkett4724]

Yes Stev you went for the defender. Always wanted to do something like this, looking forward to seeing how it turns out. Have you thought about getting it insulated for winter camping?

[@spacetime3]

Suits you lad... I love the old Defenders looks, Personally I would go full-on with a rebuild especially since its look its exterior is looking mint.

[@jaimymac7]

Expo cage and gull wing doors in place of back side windows for side access to your gear.

[@Stickseasonhikes]

Love this! Makes me want to get an old Jeep wrangler!