Classic Land Rover Defender From Osprey Is Something New, Something Old
The 1997 Defender has been comprehensively upgraded and restored, as per its owner's request
Osprey Custom Cars has just unveiled its latest creation: a 1997 Land Rover Defender NAS Wagon.
According to the customization shop, the owner of this Defender that's finished in a shade of Arles Blue and complete with an Alpine White roof, asked for the iconic off-roader to be significantly upgraded and restored. Osprey has done just that.
For starters, the Defender is now rocking a 5.3-liter GM V8 rated at 326 hp and 348 lb-ft (472 Nm) of torque that's coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission. Moreover, the Defender now features a heavy-duty transfer case as well as rebuilt heavy-duty front and rear axles.
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Osprey has also fitted large-bore shock absorbers and soft-rate springs as well as new front and rear disc brakes. Heck, even the chassis has been galvanized and powder-coated black. The Defender is sitting on powder-coated silver 16-inch Land Rover 'Freestyle' wheels and has all-terrain tires.
Lots of work has also been done to the cabin. New grey upholstery is found throughout with heated seats up front and side-facing seats at the rear. Other modifications made include a custom center console with cupholders, USB ports, and wireless charging pads, rear air conditioning, upgraded doors with power front windows, ambient lighting, a custom six-speaker audio system with an amplifier, new carpets, and heavy-duty floor mats. Completing the changes is an alarm system as well as keyless entry and remote start.