Land Rover Classic has launched 25 units of an expedition-inspired Classic Defender Works V8 Trophy II vehicle.

The uniquely camouflaged models will be created using Defender models from 2012-2016, stripped and rebuilt by hand with improved specifications.

Powered by Land Rover’s 5.0-litre V8 petrol powertrain, producing 298kW and 515Nm, the limited edition features an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, and each model will undergo a comprehensive rebuild with uprated suspension, brakes, and steering enhancements. It will be offered as 90 and 110 Station Wagon bodies as well as a 110 Double Cab Pick-Up for the first time on a Trophy model. In the production run of 25, Land Rover Classic will create five Double Cab Pick-Ups, with the remaining 20 vehicles split between 90 and 110 Station Wagon body styles equally.

The exterior features a distinctive black and white theme, with a unique camouflage developed with the Design team at Land Rover Special Vehicles. The main body is finished in Fuji White with a contrasting Narvik Black roof, Gloss Black exterior elements, and Gloss Black 18-inch Sawtooth alloy wheels.

The camouflage features 23 locations where Land Rover has conquered challenging terrain across more than 70 years of off-roading exploration.

A range of exterior enhancements include a protective A-frame housing a winch ahead of a bespoke front grille. The black bonnet features a satin finish to reduce glare in bright conditions, while a full-width 1.27m LED light bar provides visibility in all-terrain conditions at night.

The Classic Defender Works V8 Trophy II has a 500mm wading depth, a rear recovery point and is finished with rock sliders and an external roll bar for added body protection. A rear ladder provides access to the expedition roof rack while detailing includes Land Rover Trophy badging and white logo detail on the mudflaps.

Recaro sports seats are finished in black and white Windsor leather with contrast stitching. Leather trim extends to the dashboard, doors and headlining.

A modern Infotainment System with integrated navigation and mobile device connectivity means the latest multimedia options are housed in the authentic dashboard. Land Rover’s ergonomic pistol shifter for the ZF automatic gearbox is also fitted.

To finish off the interior a bespoke Land Rover Trophy clock face by Elliot Brown is the centre piece of the dashboard, with a unique face mirroring the exterior camouflage design.

Land Rover Classic will be offering Trophy influenced Genuine Accessories to be announced later in 2022.

The 90, 110 and 110 Double Cab Classic Defender Works V8 Trophy II derivatives are now available to purchase direct from Land Rover Classic, with prices starting from £225,000 ($AU390,750) for a 90 in the UK.

Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (August 2022) 

22 August 2022