2005 Santana PS-10 2.8TD

History and Background

The Santana PS10 2.8TD was developed in the tradition of the Land Rover Santana models that were built under license in Spain. Starting in the 1950s, Santana Motor in Linares played a key role as a manufacturer of off-road vehicles for both civilian and institutional use. The later PS10 emerged from the need for a more modern version of the classic, functional design in which Santana had specialized. As a result, the Santana PS10 2.8TD remained closely related to the boxy, conventionally built off-road vehicles that were widely used in utility sectors during the latter part of the twentieth century.

The Santana PS10 was introduced at a time when simple, mechanically robust off-road vehicles still held a firm market position alongside increasingly comfortable and electronically advanced SUVs. The model was designed for use in conditions where simplicity, ease of maintenance, and load-carrying capacity were paramount. The 2.8TD version is one of the later models in the series and reflects the phase in which Santana further updated its off-road vehicles without completely abandoning their original character. Production of Santana off-road vehicles took place in relatively limited numbers compared to major international high-volume models.

The 2005 model year means that this Santana PS10 2.8TD dates from the final period of independent Santana production. During those years, the brand was still strongly tied, both technically and commercially, to the classic SUV philosophy, with an emphasis on practicality and simple construction. The Santana PS10 2.8TD is thus a model that marks the transition from traditional Spanish licensed production to a more independent model identity within the off-road vehicle segment.

Features and Details

The Santana PS10 2.8TD stands out for its no-nonsense design and its retention of a traditional off-road vehicle body with a functional character. Within the model range, the 2.8TD version was known as a variant that aligned with the series’ later development, with the model designation referring to the diesel engine variant used in this version. In the SUV segment at the time, this represented a distinctive combination of conventional technology and a vehicle concept tailored for use in a wide range of conditions.

The odometer reading on this particular vehicle is low for this type of vehicle. In addition, the Santana PS10 2.8TD is in running condition. The original owner’s manual is included with the car.

Summary

The 2005 Santana PS10 2.8TD is a late model in Santana’s line of Spanish off-road vehicles, with a clear place in the history of rugged utility vehicles. This example has low mileage, is in running condition, and comes with the original owner’s manual. To get a good idea of the lot, we recommend that you attend the viewing day.

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A viewing day for the After Auction - Classics, Sports Cars, and Youngtimers Breedenbroek is scheduled for Monday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The online auction begins on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The auction will close on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.

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Auction start:
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Auction close:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, starting at 8:00 p.m.

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Monday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location:
Terborgseweg 61C
7084 AB Breedenbroek
Netherlands

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