Land Rover Defender Rebuild
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After many years of restoring Defenders or early Land Rovers of any age we literally know the vehicles inside out. Whatever your current vehicle we are able to work with you and ensure your rebuild is tailored to your needs. From a simple chassis change to a complete bespoke restoration of every aspect to as new or better.
Inspect, refurb, improve and replace
Stagshaw prides itself in complete hand built renovations. The process stars by meeting with our team to discuss your needs and wishes. Everything is detailed and discussed from the options of a factory restoration to a full exterior colour change, engine and performance options and a bespoke interior.
After inspection our process is to lovingly diss-assemble a donor vehicle and inspect every part. Everything from the chassis up is then refurbished or replaced with an as new or better. The finished article is in all ways a Defender, but improved.
The Defender rebuild process
Most rebuilds start due to the need for a chassis change, however for period vehicles the original chassis can be removed, treated, repaired and reinstalled. This is an option for any US exportable vehicles or any vehicle with a particular heritage.
At Stagshaw we go the extra mile with every rebuild. The drivetrain is disassembled, tested, and improved. All rust is removed and all items are refurbished and powder coated. All brake lines are replaced and suspension is refreshed to improve comfort and handling for your next adventure. The options are nearly limitless and are based on your desired use and budget.
Land Rover Performance improved
Any performance issues are addressed. Any stock engine can be simply heavily serviced, completely overhauled or simply replaced with a brand new block. Anything to ensure longevity and reliability of your rebuild.
If you require anything of the ordinary any engine can be replaced with a performance version from an insanely quick LS3 to a slightly less performance BMW M model. With Stagshaw and the Defender there is an option to suit any budget or desire. Automaic conversions are also a possibility for anyone wanting to use do away with the heavy clutch. Everything is a possibility.
Your Defender, visually perfected inside and out
Once the engine and Chassis are reassembled we can get to work on the bodywork. Any panels that require attention are replaced. The vehicle is given the option of a complete colour change to any colour of your choosing or a panel by panel colour match and refresh of your existing paintwork.
The interior can be left as standard but refreshed to as new or completely redesigned to a bespoke premium leather interior of your colour choice to match your new paintwork. Headling can be replaced, The vehicle can be soundproofed. Fully luxury carpeted and a 20th century audio system installed with features far advanced from when the vehicles left the factory. If you can imagine it, we can help bring your dream to reality