Land Rover Defender 300Tdi with air conditioning
Land Rover Defender 300Tdi with air conditioning
A lovingly detailed restomod project that combines the Defender’s authentic character with upgraded mechanics, meticulous workmanship, and solutions for greater comfort and everyday usability.
Chassis and Body
The body was separated from the chassis. The latter was sandblasted, treated with an epoxy primer, and repainted. The body was refurbished and also painted on the underside, where sound-absorbing underbody protection was additionally applied. In addition, sound-absorbing and insulating materials were installed in the engine compartment, the doors, and beneath the roof.
The front end was updated: it received a new front panel, fenders, and a “Puma”-style bonnet. The outer skins of the front doors, the tailgate, and the side panels were renewed. The conversion is rounded off by aluminium hinges and details, new door locks, aluminium side air intakes, a “Heritage” radiator grille, side panoramic windows, and rear corner panels from Elcar.
The body was completely painted in an elegant metallic colour inspired by the new Defender. The windscreen, door windows, and all seals were replaced with new parts.
Interior and Comfort
The interior was completely renewed and fitted with premium-quality equipment. The new seats – front and rear – are upholstered in a combination of genuine leather and fabric in a tartan pattern. This combination of materials is also found on the centre console (“Cubby Box”), which additionally features a special compartment for a Marshall speaker. The door panels and dashboard were also reupholstered, while the headliner is finished in black. Electric windows and new instruments – including a boost pressure gauge and a GPS speedometer – were installed. The gear and transfer-case levers, as well as the interior door handles, are now also made of aluminium.
In addition, a completely new air-conditioning system was installed to increase driving comfort in every season.
Exterior and Accessories
The Defender is equipped with reinforced “Elcar Offroad” side steps and electrically deployable running boards, which are automatically activated via a magnetic switch when the doors are opened. Further equipment includes a swivelling spare-wheel carrier at the rear, a “Full LED” headlight set for the front, and a complete set of multicoloured LED lights. The appearance is rounded off by five new “Wolf”-design wheels – painted in the vehicle’s colour – fitted with five new “Mud Terrain” tyres.
Mechanics and Drivetrain
The 300 Tdi engine underwent a complete overhaul: the pistons and bearing shells were replaced, the connecting rods, oil pump, and cylinder head were refurbished, and a new clutch was installed. In addition, the timing-belt drive was renewed, the frost plugs were replaced, and the injection pump and injectors were overhauled.
The engine is complemented by a set of high-strength silicone hoses (for coolant and turbocharger), a conversion to an electric fan, and an intake system from BMC.
The front and rear axles were upgraded; ventilated brake discs are used on the front axle, while the rear axle features disc brakes. The propshafts were replaced and the transfer case was overhauled.
A Defender that has been comprehensively rebuilt in every respect – from the chassis and body through the mechanics to the interior. With its individual style and special equipment, this vehicle is an absolute one-off.
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.
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