The vintage land rover defender for sale is a legendary vehicle and one of the most popular off-roaders ever built. This model has a long history of being customized by companies around the world. From coachbuilders to retro outfitters, there are a lot of different ways to customize your Land Rover.
Niels Van Roij Design
Netherlands-based designer Niels van Roij specializes in outfitting vintage Land Rovers with bespoke details and unique touches that make the Defender unique for each individual owner. The company focuses on bringing each Defender to life with special touches that reflect the client’s personality and passion for the car.
Twisted Automotive
Two-decade-old Twisted Automotive specializes in new genuine parts for the Defender and other classic Land Rovers. The shop also offers restoration services and customization for their clients’ vehicles.
Vintage Land Rover Defender for Sale: How to Find Your Dream Off-Roader
The Virginia-based Icon 4×4 is one of the few customizers that primarily builds in house. The company draws inspiration from military designs and patio furniture to create a one-of-a-kind Land Rover Defender that will turn heads with every outing.
NAS Defenders
The North American Specification (NAS) version of the Land Rover Defender 110 sold from 1993 to 1997 included air conditioning, rear ladder and a cast plaque on the rear tub that read “Defender 90” below the Land Rover lozenge and the vehicle’s limited edition production run number. It also had a front A bar and twin tube running boards with diamond plate trim.
The British military also used Defenders in the 1970s and 1980s in various guises for troop carriers, communications vehicles and other uses. For the past 40 years, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has used Land Rovers in their armoured public order vehicles.