– Homage to the enduring expedition legacy of the legendary 4×4
– Only 25 units will be made
Land Rover Classic brought back the original Defender with a production of the Works V8 Trophy for an exclusive competition at Eastnor Castle in 2021. Based on the revised Defender Works V8 2012-2016, the Trophy pays homage to the offroader’s famous expedition tradition and will have a limited edition of only 25 units in 90 and 110 body styles.
Land Rover Classic has built the 405 hp 5.0-liter V8 into the Works V8 Trophy, which is combined with the new eight-speed ZF automatic. Under the skin there are upgraded suspension, steering and braking packages, while the bespoke Trophy vehicles receive a number of additional upgrades specifically tailored for off-road use.
Bodypaint will be the unique Eastnor Yellow that fits 16 inch steel wheels. In addition, the wheel arches, hood and rear door are highlighted by the contrasting paint scheme of Narvik Black. The purpose-built vehicles will also receive LED headlights, a heritage grille, a unique Land Rover Trophy badge and graphics for participation in events that are customized for each customer. The additional all-terrain kit includes a front winch, multi-point expedition cage, roof rack, underbody protection, A-bar, raised air intake, LED spotlights and mud tires.
On the inside, it benefits from black Windsor leather upholstery with Recaro sports seats, yellow contrast stitching and a bespoke Land Rover Trophy dial by Elliot Brown. Land Rover Classic’s own “Classic Infotainment System” is offered with integrated navigation and smartphone connectivity.
Later that year, Defender Works V8 Trophy customers will be invited to an exclusive three-day adventure at Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire – the spiritual home of Land Rover off-road training, testing and development. This is the first time customers drive their car. When customers and their passengers see their custom-made Trophy 4×4 for the first time, they make their first mark by adding their names and country flags to the vehicle. You will then face a series of challenges inspired by iconic global adventures and competitions spanning more than seven decades of Land Rover production.
As part of the adventure, one-on-one tuition will be given to develop extreme driving techniques and skills in your vehicle before the training is put to the test. Everyone will be competing for a range of prizes, including an overall winner grand prize that will be announced in 2021. Prices for each Defender Works V8 trophy start at £ 195,000 for the 90 in the UK.