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the defender that should have been put in a museum is back on sale by land rover, and is still priced sky-high?

2024-08-29

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the first generation defender was discontinued in 2016, but it is still a classic in the hearts of many old car and off-road fans. recently, jlr announced that it will reproduce the spirit of the classic defender v8 through works bespoke customization. the original factory will rebuild it with donated vehicles produced between 2012 and 2016, and can choose modern paint, interior layout and exclusive accessories. the classic model is expected to debut at the 2024 goodwood revival in september.

reproduction of classic models combined with customized creations, with a recommended retail price starting from £190,000

the works bespoke restoration of the classic defender v8 fulfils the vision of personalising a classic car, with the craftsmanship of a team of original experts providing a more refined upgrade and quality to the vehicle; the four-seat classic defender 90 is priced from £190,000, the five-seat classic defender 110 is priced from £199,000 and the seven-seat model is priced from £204,000.

available in 90 and 110 body styles, with optional practical kits to increase functionality

the classic defender v8, skillfully rebuilt by british original engineers, is expected to be available in the iconic 90 and 110 body styles. the exterior paint can be customized according to the owner's preferences, with general paint, two-tone roof or even sv metallic tones, matched with corresponding style grille, door handles, body nameplates, and modern led headlights integrated into the front of the car. 16 to 18-inch tire rims are available on the side of the car.

for owners with different vehicle usage requirements, the classic defender v8 can be customized with additional upgrades including roof racks, side access ladders, rope winch sets and other accessories. independent spotlights and led light strips can also be added to the roof to enhance the outdoor lighting functionality. for consumers who use the vehicle for off-road and camping purposes, tents, ladder sets and camping kits can be used to transform the classic defender into an exclusive rest space.

the interior combines a classic framework with modern luxury, and can be upgraded to recaro sports seats

the remade classic defender v8 has an interior that is closer to the functionality and user-friendly configuration of modern models. it retains the dashboard with pointers combined with information screen display. the center console under the classic outline provides a 3.5-inch touch screen, a large number of physical buttons and knobs to control the air conditioning, integrates satellite navigation, radio and bluetooth system, and provides an electronic wire-controlled gear lever at the bottom.

the interior includes the steering wheel, dashboard, doors, roof and seats, all covered with luxurious leather, with a choice of 5 single tones or 8 two-tone combinations. for car owners who require high ride quality, recaro seats that emphasize wrapping and sporty feel are also available.

continues to use 5.0-liter v8 power configuration, and strengthens the brake and suspension systems

in terms of power, the remade classic defender continues the powerful performance provided by the series between 2012 and 2016. it is equipped with a 5.0-liter v8 gasoline naturally aspirated engine and an 8-speed zf automatic transmission. it can output a maximum horsepower of 405 and a maximum torque of 515 nm. the brakes use four-piston calipers from alcon brakes in the uk, with 335 mm front and 300 mm rear discs. the suspension system is a combination of eibach springs, anti-roll bars and bilstein suspension components, which has the comfort of both road driving and off-road conditions.