The New 2008 Defender SVX...
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Overland Hadley
on a journey
Small, but uber cool.
Dave Bennett
Adventurist
Nice.
Question is when/if they will ever bring the Defender back to the USA???
Question is when/if they will ever bring the Defender back to the USA???
Andrew Walcker
Mod Emeritus
If it ever comes back it'll look nothing like it presently does.
Dave Bennett
Adventurist
Andrew Walcker said:
That's depressing... :smilies27
toledotimber
Observer
Wowowowowowowowowowow! I've always loved D90s and 110s. I'd give up my XJ in a heartbeat for one.
canucksafari
Adventurer
Very nice, except for that roll bar. Looks like it is more for show than functionality. Personally, I like this little rig better. All it needs is a bit more power: http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/car/453831105.html
TheRoadie
Explorer
Hilarious. They've joined the blingy bandwagon:
Land Rover is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a UK-only special edition Defender 90 they're calling the SVX. (No, it doesn't look like a Subaru.) The SVX is a 200-vehicle limited edition (140 convertibles, 60 hardtops) that also happens to be the swankiest version of the short-wheelbase Defender yet. As evidence of this, note the bright metallic grille surround, clear lamps, silver roll cage and spiffy wheels. Inside, Recaros, an upgraded stereo (iPod cradle, subwoofer, etc.), Garmin navi, and alloy shift knobs continue the glitzification. Not to worry, though. Just because this Defender's been to the haberdashery for some new duds and accessories doesn't mean it's any less capable. Like its more casually-attired kin, if the going gets rough (literally), it's good to go.
Land Rover is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a UK-only special edition Defender 90 they're calling the SVX. (No, it doesn't look like a Subaru.) The SVX is a 200-vehicle limited edition (140 convertibles, 60 hardtops) that also happens to be the swankiest version of the short-wheelbase Defender yet. As evidence of this, note the bright metallic grille surround, clear lamps, silver roll cage and spiffy wheels. Inside, Recaros, an upgraded stereo (iPod cradle, subwoofer, etc.), Garmin navi, and alloy shift knobs continue the glitzification. Not to worry, though. Just because this Defender's been to the haberdashery for some new duds and accessories doesn't mean it's any less capable. Like its more casually-attired kin, if the going gets rough (literally), it's good to go.
xcmountain80
Expedition Leader
Hated it!
Aaron
Aaron
sinuhexavier
Explorer
I'd take Andrews rig over that SVX any day... Far to much shiny shine for my taste.
4Rescue
Expedition Leader
Kind of a sad statement of things... Blinged out top heavy trucks that are bloody pointless to these yuppies sell better than bare bones reliable 4x4's for guy's n Gal's that actualy use/need trucks.
So did GM buy Land Rover or what? This seems to be right up their alley ... teehee
So did GM buy Land Rover or what? This seems to be right up their alley ... teehee
BajaTaco
Swashbuckler
I like it just fine. It's easy for me to imagine some alterations to the look in pursuit of improved function. What new-model vehicle isn't "blingy" in showroom trim? The new Toyotas, Nissans, G-wagens, and U.S. domestics certainly are. (Except perhaps the Jeep JK, which is probably the least "bling-ified" in stock trim.)
bootzilla
Adventurer
110 hardtop looks great. I'd totally take it off-roading, or to Sonic for a shake...
also liked the Subaru comment in the article - not many people remember those...cool cars - even less remember the XT-6, with it's odd steering wheel...someday I will find a positive use for my useless mid-80's-early 90's automotive knowledge, and at that point, I will be unstoppable.....:REOutShootinghunter
also liked the Subaru comment in the article - not many people remember those...cool cars - even less remember the XT-6, with it's odd steering wheel...someday I will find a positive use for my useless mid-80's-early 90's automotive knowledge, and at that point, I will be unstoppable.....:REOutShootinghunter