Land Rover Unveils Classic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke

Over simply the final decade alone, the Classic Defender has develop into one of the in style platforms for off-road-focused restomod builds. Desirous to get in on the motion slightly than merely watching from the sidelines, Land Rover has now introduced that its bespoke car constructing division will probably be provided factory-restored restomods constructed to the client’s desired spec on a made-to-order foundation — a car generally known as the Land Rover Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke. 

Donors & Physique Types 

Every instance is makes use of a traditional Defender specimen produced between 2012 and 2016. From there, every car is returned to the manufacturing unit the place it’s utterly stripped down earlier than being constructed again up with a bunch of contemporary upgrades and elements. The Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke is being provided in each Defender 90 and Defender 110 station wagon variants — each of which provide seating for 5. Moreover, there’s additionally a seven-seater 110 variant for a couple of additional grand. 

The Powertrain

No matter physique model, each Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke includes a 5.0-liter V8 engine. Bolted to an eight-speed automated ZF transmission, this naturally-aspirated V8 is sweet for 405hp and 380ft-lbs of torque — figures that aren’t loopy, however are nonetheless little question respectable. All 405 horses are transmitted to the bottom by way of an all-wheel drive system.  

{Hardware} & Componentry

The Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke comes outfitted with a completely trendy — and utterly in-house-developed suspension setup with Bilstein dampers, tweaked Eibach coil spring charges, and anti‑roll bars. Bringing the factory-built restomod to a cease is a top-of-the-line Alcon braking package deal with four-pot calipers in any respect 4 corners, 13.18” discs out entrance, and 11.8” items within the rear. 

Modern Cabin

Inside, the manufacturing unit restomod has been largely reworked and modernized. Trimmed in premium leather-based upholstery that’s provided in 5 single-color choices and eight duotone selections, the modernized off-roader comes loaded with a pistol shifter gear selector, a gloss black centre console with an built-in sat nav, a Bluetooth-connected DAB radio, and a 3.5-inch touchscreen set within the donor’s authentic show fascia. Identical to the car’s exterior, the cabin is obtainable with a myriad of configurable choices too. 

Non-obligatory Packages & Upgrades 

Although each one of many Works Bespoke Defenders are already wildly spectacular on a number of fronts, Land Rover is nonetheless giving prospects the choice of upgrading their instance’s go-anywhere capabilities by way of the addition of a number of accessible packages. This consists of an Journey Pack that includes a roof‑mounted tent field and a roof ladder, in addition to a Ply Guys Camper Conversion. 

On prime of the selection of both 16‑inch Wolf wheels or 18‑inch Sawtooth alloys, the restomod can also be being provided with non-compulsory roof‑mounted spotlights, a roof rack, an expedition cage, and a winch. Each instance can also be offered with the selection of both the Heritage Lighting Pack or the Crystal Lighting Pack.

Spec Sheet

Pricing & Availability 

Slated to make its official public debut subsequent month on the Goodwood Competition of Pace, Land Rover’s Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke begins at £190,000 (~ $250,000) for the 4‑seat Defender 90 Station Wagon and £199,000 (~ $262,000) for the 5‑seat 110 Station Wagon. This Works Bespoke mannequin can also be being provided in a seven‑seat 110 Station Wagon beginning at £204,000 (~ $268,500). 

Land Rover Basic Defender V8 by Works Bespoke

Land Rover’s bespoke car constructing program proclaims a custom-configurable Basic Defender restomod meticulously reworked and modernized on the manufacturing unit — and constructed to the client’s precise desired specs.