There’s no shortage of organizations out there who are restomodding the classic Land Rover Defender and however an additional has been formed. The organization is recognized as Legend Motor Co and was established in Salt Lake City, Utah by a trio of enthusiasts aiming to take the iconic off-roader and make it far better suited to the contemporary globe.

The organization has not too long ago completed perform its initial project, recognized as the Signature Series 001, and it definitely lives up to its name. This car is constructed on a Jeep Wrangler JK chassis, and the original engine has been swapped out for an LT1 six.two-liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine, creating 460 hp and 465 lb-ft (630 Nm) of torque. While it could not match the existing-gen Defender V8’s 518 hp, these figures are nevertheless fairly impressive.

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Plenty of further upgrades have been implemented. For instance, the Defender now characteristics Wilwood brakes, a substantial 22.five-gallon fuel tank, and is supported by Fox two.five completely adjustable remote reservoir shocks. In addition, Legend Motor Co has painstakingly crafted new Kevlar-lined aluminum physique panels for the Land Rover. The off-roader is also equipped with a set of robust aftermarket wheels and tires that extend beyond the wheel arches.

No complete restomod project can be full with no an updated interior so the Utah-primarily based firm has accomplished just that. Adorning the seats is hand-sewn complete-aniline leather that appears really premium. The organization has also fitted a new dashboard to the Land Rover as nicely as installed a bespoke steering wheel clad in leather. There is also a swing-out tire carrier and a tailgate housing a enormous subwoofer for the upgraded audio program.

As you may possibly have anticipated, acquiring a restomod Defender from the Legend Motor Co does not come low cost, as costs start at a hefty $250,000.