Land Rover Classic has reignited the spark of nostalgia with the hand-built Defender V8 Soft Top. Without the roof, but with plenty of character and even more torque, it delivers the experience of freedom in its most expensive form.
Land Rover has proven many times that it can arouse emotions, and this time it aims straight at the hearts of car romantics with the model Classic Defender V8 Works Bespoke Soft Top. A modern interpretation of the legendary Defender with a soft top, hand-built from the original 90 models from 2012-2016. This project is more than a restoration – it’s a reincarnation.
Each vehicle has undergone a complete technical and visual overhaul. The design is based on the historical version US 90, which was once available in USA, and today it returns in an even more prestigious form, full of exclusivity and personalization.
Under the Hood – The Sound That Awakens Ghosts
At the heart of this off-road beast is a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine with 405 horsepower (298 kW) and 515 Nm of torque. Through an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission, the power drives all four wheels, allowing the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (0–96 km/h) in 5.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 106 mph (171 km/h). If you thought the Defender was a slow box on wheels – think again.
Canvas, Paint and Leather – the definition of a luxury Off-Road
Customers can choose from four different roof colours – from classic black to navy blue. The exterior colour palette includes more than 40 shades, while the interior offers 13 leather combinations, from muted tones to wild two-tone contrasts.
You can even add a wine cooler or a surfboard rack to complete the look. Wheels? Choose from 16-inch steel Wolf wheels or 18-inch aluminum Sawtooth wheels.
Technically upgraded and ready for anything
It's not all about looks. Defender V8 Soft Top boasts an upgraded chassis: Eibach springs, Bilstein shock absorbers and Alcon brakes with 4-piston calipers and discs measuring 335 mm at the front and 300 mm at the rear. In short, this is not just a toy for the rich, but a real vehicle for serious adventures (although few owners would even dare to do that).
The price of freedom? No less than 195 thousand pounds
The base model will set you back at least £195,000 (around $259,000), excluding tax. The vehicle is available exclusively through Land Rover Classic in the UK and Germany. The price isn't for everyone, but it does include a one-year, unlimited-mileage warranty and entry into a very exclusive club.
Conclusion – soft roof, hard character
Land Rover Classic Defender V8 Soft Top is not just a car, it's a statement. It's a combination of technical perfection, craftsmanship and true automotive soul. Yes, the price is astronomical, but it offers a driving experience you won't find anywhere else: the smell of leather, the sound of a V8 engine and the wind in your hair – all in the legendary boxy silhouette.
In a world where cars are becoming increasingly digital, silent and sterile, this Defender offers something different: emotion, character and undeniable charisma. And that is sometimes priceless.
