This Classic Range Rover Proves You Don't Need A Modern One
Legacy Overland applies it restomod talents to the 'Nova'
Cars are usually retired once they reach a certain age, but those that are special enough may be worth restoring or modifying. Legacy Overland — creators of the Series II Discovery 'Project Earnie' — clearly thought this 1993 Range Rover Classic LWB was worthy of such treatment, rather than being left to rot. Lovingly known as 'Nova,' it could be viewed as a restomod, but unlike the Legacy Overland Range Rover with an LS3 V8, it doesn't have a fancy new powertrain. Instead, the original V8 remains.
It's been inspected and serviced, and several important parts have been replaced, including the radiator, expansion tank, hoses, various sensors, and thermostat. When this Range Rover was new, its V8 would have only delivered around 200 horsepower, which isn't much by modern standards. But, unless you're planning to go racing or towing, you don't need much more for everyday driving. While the powertrain remains original, several key upgrades have been made. New coil springs and shocks have been fitted at all four corners, as have new brake discs and calipers. The axle and differential have also been serviced to ensure this Range Rover can handle some abuse.
A special exterior, and a very special interior
The exterior is a real treat. As much as there is to like about the design of a current Range Rover Sport Electric, the boxy and rugged shape of this older model, combined with the thin A-, B-, and C-pillars, creates an iconic look that's aged gracefully. The 4x4 has been repainted in Midnight Atlantic Blue as part of the restoration and features a set of matching 16-inch five-spoke wheels clad in Goodyear Wrangler all-terrain tires. A custom bull bar, auxiliary driving lights, restored badges, and new bumpers add to the sleek design.
The interior has also received extensive modernizations. It is now trimmed in custom two-tone Butter Rum and Deep Ocean full-grain leather, including on the seats, dashboard, and door panels. Contrasting the leather is Deep Ocean Wilton wool carpeting, navy blue seat belts, and a light cream headliner. Key technology upgrades include a 400-watt amplifier, Kicker 4-inch speakers, a digital rearview mirror, and a pop-up infotainment display with Apple CarPlay. If we were restoring a classic Range Rover, it would probably look very similar to this.
