We’re pleased to present our latest offering — a thoughtfully upgraded, adventure-ready 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 Station Wagon “restomod” built by world-renowned Defender experts, Osprey Custom 4x4 in Castle Hayne, North Carolina.

 

Starting with a new galvanized chassis, this extraordinary build was completed in the spring of 2021. Forward momentum is courtesy of a high-revving, deep-breathing 6.2L Corvette LS3 V8 mated to a smooth-shifting 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission controlled by a custom PCS® push-button gear selector with LED display, conveniently mounted in the custom, black leather-upholstered center console. The heavy-duty LT230 transfer case with center differential lock (CDL) distributes constant power to all four wheels, ensuring as much of the 435+ horsepower and 445+ pound-feet of earth-shaking torque make it to the ground as possible. Power disc brakes at all four corners ensure stopping is safe, quick, and efficient.

 

The upgraded, heavy-duty TDCI front and rear axles are located by slightly-taller-than-stock Terrafirma® Pro Sport springs, along with heavy-duty Terrafirma® shocks, Terrafirma® caster-corrected front and cranked rear radius arms, track rod, drag link, and Terrafirma® steering damper, all protected by a heavy-duty aluminum front skidplate. It rides on tough, 16” matte black powder-coated ‘Boost’ alloy wheels shod with 285/75R16 Cooper® Discoverer® AT3 all-terrain tires. 

 

The body panels, sprayed in classic Land Rover Keswick Green with matching wheel arches and trim were carefully mated to the chassis once back from our in-house bodywork and paint shop. The front end was updated with a gloss black wire mesh grille and premium grille surround, gloss black light surrounds, matching side intake vent with wire mesh insert, and finished with a heavy-duty front bumper with integrated LED running lamps. To tow your “toys”, we've equipped this Defender with a NAS-style rear step bumper, complete with a 2" hitch receiver, jacking/recovery points, trailer wiring harness, and a color rearview camera. The exterior and interior LED light upgrades provide superior illumination for wherever your travels may take you.

 

In the cockpit, the modern, saddle leather-upholstered TDCI PUMA-style dash provides excellent heating and air conditioning ensuring the passenger cabin is comfortable year-round. The bespoke interior is complete with heated, saddle leather-upholstered front sport seats with contrasting white square-patterned stitching, matching rear bench seat, and matching door cards all around. Two side-facing, foldable rear “troop” seats with matching upholstery provide the ultimate in flexibility – seating for four passengers or true utilitarian cargo space. This is a full-sized, 9-passenger vehicle! Directional inputs are handled by a classic, dark wood-rim steering wheel with polished aluminum spokes.

 

Infotainment is provided by a double-DIN Alpine® ILX-W650 touch-screen mech-less head unit with navigation, Bluetooth®, Apple Car Play®, and Android Auto® integrated into the satin black fascia center stack and complemented by a rich-sounding Rockford Fosgate® speaker array. The center console with a deep cubby storage compartment is equipped with a wireless fast-charging pad, USB charging ports, and aluminum cupholders. The front windows are power-operated, and the Viper® keyless entry and remote starting provide security and convenience. Heavy-duty rubber floor mats protect the fully carpeted footwells and the rear loadspace area and the ultra-functional Front Runner® roof rack gives it that classic “safari” look.

 

Below is a bullet-point list that, in no way, encompasses everything that went into this incredible build:  

 

- 6.2L Corvette LS3 V8 engine (435+HP/445+LB.FT.)

- 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission

- PCS® GSM push-button shifter w/ LED display

- LT230 transfer case with center differential lock (CDL)

- Custom headers & performance dual exhaust

- Griffin® aluminum radiator

- Dual PermaCool® electric cooling fans

- Stainless steel oil cooler lines

- Stainless steel brake lines

- Stainless steel fuel lines

- New transmission cooler lines

- Double Cardan front and rear driveshafts

- Heavy-duty rear axle

- Heavy-duty front axle and CV joints

- New body panels, bonnet, and doors

- New bulkhead with upgraded TDCI PUMA-style dash

- Factory-style gauges

- Billet aluminum interior door pulls & handles

- Heated front seats

- Power front windows

- Black alcantara headliner

- LED headlamps

- LED taillamps, marker, and side lamps (smoked)

- "Fire & Ice"-style side steps

- New glass, weatherstripping, and gaskets

- Custom, leather-wrapped center console with cubby storage area

- Alpine® & Rockford Fosgate® infotainment system

- Viper® 2-way security, keyless entry, and remote start

- LED ambient interior lighting

...and much, much more!

 

Whether you’re searching for the ultimate outdoor adventure rig or a classic boulevard cruiser, Osprey Custom 4x4 painstakingly creates bespoke, one-of-a-kind vehicles, paying special attention to every last detail, ensuring an investment quality experience rarely found in today’s automotive marketplace.

 

For more information, hit that "Contact Us!" button below or call us on (910) 632-0260. We'll be happy to give you a complete walk-around, provide you with a more detailed description, and answer any questions you may have. We're more than happy to help with shipping, and we may personally deliver it to you, depending on where you're located. You can fly into our local airport (ILM) just 5 miles away to view the vehicle and test drive if you'd like.

Thanks for looking, and have a great day!

The Signature Autosports Team