KINGSLEY RE-ENGINEERED has unveiled what it says is its ‘definitive’ Defender fashions line on the prestigious Salon Privé Blenheim Palace Concours, UK, this week.
In keeping with its maker, the handcrafted and meticulously introduced Defender collection is designed for contemporary drivers the world over and is accessible in short- and long-wheelbase configurations.
With an emphasis on efficiency – care of a excessive torque 4.2-litre V8 engine – the Defender is geared toward metropolis and nation consumers alike, and leaves “no stone unturned” in its modernisation, every automobile crafted with an estimated 1500 hours of “meticulous consideration to element”.
Efficiency sees the D90 specification Defender proven able to accelerating from standstill to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds, the engine providing 164kW of energy and 360Nm of torque. Accessible with an eight-speed computerized transmission – or the selection of Chevrolet-sourced LS3 or LT1 V8 energy – the mixture is much extra thrilling than the unique four-cylinder.
To efficiently management the extra output on provide, Kingsley Re-engineering has geared up the Defender collection with “considerably upgraded” suspension and brakes. The mixture provides electronically managed lively damping, massive diameter disc brakes, light-weight 18-inch alloy wheels, and BF Goodrich all-terrain tyres.
Inside, the Kingsley Defender is “designed to be each a sanctuary and a command centre” with handcrafted consideration to element and superior know-how all through.
Refurbished authentic trim is accessible alongside optionally available Nappa and Alcantara mixture upholstery, the Salon Privé instance boasting sandstone colored leather-based with Spinneybeck leather-based weave centres, an up to date instrument panel, and fashionable conveniences together with Apple CarPlay.
The producer provides an intensive catalogue of bespoke inside and exterior color mixtures from which to decide on, whereas additionally providing PPF and ceramic coating choices for these intent on utilizing the Defender for the aim for which it was designed.
“Reimagining the Defender is not only about preserving its legacy, however about enhancing it for the fashionable driver,” stated Kingsley Re-engineered managing director John Sawbridge.
“We take nice delight in our meticulous method to restoration and customisation, guaranteeing that every automobile not solely honours the previous but additionally embraces the longer term with improvements and luxury – all whereas staying true and consultant of Kingsley for a brand new age.
“Our objective is to ship a Defender that resonates with the identical spirit of journey and robustness, however with the sophistication and driving dynamics that in the present day’s discerning prospects count on.”
Additional customisation choices for the Kingsley Defender together with a selection of exhausting prime roof, full canvas cowl, or bikini-style prime (as proven). Heated seats, tyre stress monitoring, “numerous audio options”, and big-brake packages are additionally supplied.
Since its inception in 2011, Kingsley Re-engineered has restored and rebuilt over 500 basic Vary Rover and Land Rover fashions. It says it’s deeply passionate concerning the course of and is worked up to supply each D90 and D110 configurations to order worldwide, with costs ranging from £140,000 ($A272,000).
“Each Kingsley construct goes by means of a meticulous restoration course of – we depart no stone unturned,” reiterated Mr Sawbridge.
“This contains every little thing from eradicating corrosion from the donor chassis to make sure long-term sturdiness and safety for future custodians, to full inner wax safety of the chassis and panels, alongside our proprietary future-proofing strategies.
“We don’t simply construct vehicles for in the present day – we construct them for tomorrow and generations to return.”
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