Day 1
This Defender 110 used to belong to a sheep farmer (no sheep included), but had been rolled, and had extensive bodywork damage.
Our Ethos
At West Wales Defender, we will give your Land Rover the love and care it deserves.
With over 25 years' experience, we can restore your Land Rover Defender to its former glory (and then some more!)
We offer anything from interior upgrades to a full galvanised chassis rebuild - with competitive, transparent pricing.
#MadeInWales #BuiltNotBought
we are...West Wales Defender
Latest Projects
Recent restorations:
(19J Defender) (Little Red 90)
(West Wales Defender's Black 110)(Series III)
Check out our Restorations page for more info!
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2007 Defender 110 - Double Cab Pickup
007 Spectre-style conversion
This one came into us after rolling over, for a full restoration that Q (or Blofeld!) would be proud of. This stunning build included loads of custom features at the owner's request, including:
- Spectre-style custom built roll cage
- Custom checkerplate in rear tub, and blackout galvanised rear tub cappings
- Full body restoration and repaint in Fuji White
- Black powder-coated grille, body fixings and details, and one-piece sills from YRM
- 4x front and 2x rear spotlights with in-cabin control (MUD Stuff switches)
- Custom-fabricated rear step
- Sound-deadening full rubber matting from Exmoor Trim
Into the workshop of dreams...
Time for some much-needed love in the West Wales Defender workshop.
A build Q would be proud of...
Painted in Fuji White, with blackout detailing all round, and a custom-made Spectre style roll-cage
Or an arch nemesis!
Custom checkerplate all round, new LED headlights, and roof-mounted front spotlights
Side view
One-piece YRM side steps, custom roll cage, and roof rack
Rear view
Powder-coated black tub cappings, rear spotlights, custom NAS-style bumper, and smoked rear lights.
Interior
MUD Stuff switches for all electrics
1991 Defender 90 200Tdi
'The Lockdown Project'
Built as a side project over 3 years, this 1992 200Tdi Defender 90 was rebuilt with the original chassis, engine, and transmission - with an endless list of upgrades and refinements, including:
- Original chassis restored and galvanised
- Original 200Tdi engine fully restored and serviced
- Original bulkhead restored and galvanised
- Full body panel restoration and repaint
- Black powder-coated details
- Custom-fabricated black NAS-style bumper with LED lights
- Overhauled interior with roll cage and removable hood
Finished!
The end of a 3 year project.
Day 1
1 owner, original engine with 84k miles on the clock... but needing some love after 27 years!
Rebuild time
First job - galvanising the original chassis
Rear Tub
Rear tub repaired with YRM Metal Solutions parts, only the best for this one!
Running Gear
Radius and trail arms (in metallic silver), and new suspension from Old Man Emu.
Rolling Chassis
New galvanised front turrets, body brackets, A frame, and chassis cross member. Rebuilt and powder coated axles with new brakes.
Engine Overhaul
Restored original 200Tdi engine with all new gaskets, filters, pulleys, and fan.
Bulkhead Installed
Restored and galvanised original bulkhead. All new clutch, radiator, and intercooler; finished with braided yellow brake lines and clutch lines from Pioneer 4x4
Axles Restored
Axles completely rebuilt, powder coated, and gold Ratel-X diff and steering guards installed. Flawless undercarriage, repaired with YRM Metal Solutions panels./p>
Rear of the Year
Custom-fabricated NAS-style bumper with embedded LEDs. Stainless steel recovery point eyelet from YRM. Smoked LED indicators. Powder-coated black top cappings. Result? Rear of the Year.
Fully Restored - Exterior
Complete re-spray in metallic silver with arches, YRM one-piece sills, and top cappings all in powder coat gloss black.Exmoor TrimPremium hood, Safety Devices internal roll cage. Finished with West Wales Defender custom badge.
Upgraded Interior
6 Lucari Solutions black leather seats with white stiching, full leather interior, upgraded steering, and restored original dashboard with chrome cappings.
Services
We offer a wide range of services, with over 30 years' experience working with (and loving!) Land Rovers.
| Chassis Swap | Prolong the life of your Defender with an all-new galvanised chassis from Marsland. |
| Servicing | All Servicing carried out using OEM or genuine parts & oils. |
| Overhauls | Engine and gearbox repairs or replacements. |
| Body Restorations | From repairing damaged panels, to full sand-down/restoration/resprays. |
| Raptor Coating | Protect the underside of your Defender from the harsh winters. |
| Interior | Anything from new carpet/rubber to upgraded audio, cameras, or seats. |
| Full Rebuild / Restoration | A complete 'nut & bolt' restoration, built to your spec. Build the Defender of your dreams! |
