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Hard Top Land Rover Defender Builds

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Hard Top Restoration

Explore our curated gallery of bespoke hard top Land Rover Defender builds. From classic heritage restorations to aggressive, modern off-road conversions, every vehicle in our portfolio is a one-of-one masterpiece engineered to exceed your expectations.

Hard Top Builds

37 Projects
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Are You Ready?

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View Are You Ready? project details. Price: Contact for Price.Color: Land Rover Alaska White .Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in dark green with custom front grille and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$312,100

SERAPH

Investment

$312,100

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View SERAPH project details. Price: $312,100.Color: British Racing Green.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender with luxury features and off-road capabilities
Estimated Price
$316,700

Sea & Snow

Investment

$316,700

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View Sea & Snow project details. Price: $316,700.Color: Wimbledon white.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in vibrant orange color with rugged tires and off-road features
Estimated Price
$331,900

Vitamin C

Investment

$331,900

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View Vitamin C project details. Price: $331,900.Color: Bentley Velocity Orange Pearlescent.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in matte black with off-road features
Estimated Price
$336,800

Queen

Investment

$336,800

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View Queen project details. Price: $336,800.Color: Carpathian Grey.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in striking blue with off-road features
Estimated Price
$335,600

Old Money

Investment

$335,600

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View Old Money project details. Price: $335,600.Color: Roundel Blue.Body style: hard d110.
Dukhan
Estimated Price
$329,300

Dukhan

Investment

$329,300

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View Dukhan project details. Price: $329,300.Color: Carpathian Grey.Body style: hard d110.
Drayson
Estimated Price
$310,700

Drayson

Investment

$310,700

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View Drayson project details. Price: $310,700.Color: Land Rover Coniston Green Matte .Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender in dark green with rugged tires and modern styling
Estimated Price
$309,100

El Jefe

Investment

$309,100

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View El Jefe project details. Price: $309,100.Body style: hard d110.
Ventoro
Estimated Price
$328,300

Ventoro

Investment

$328,300

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View Ventoro project details. Price: $328,300.Color: Porsche Crayon Grey.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a bespoke Land Rover Defender with gray exterior and orange accents
Estimated Price
$328,800

Project 24

Investment

$328,800

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View Project 24 project details. Price: $328,800.Color: Rolls Royce Jubilee Silver.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in white with retro stripes and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$322,900

Charlotte

Investment

$322,900

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View Charlotte project details. Price: $322,900.Color: Ferrari Bianco Cervino.Body style: hard d110.
Carmine
Estimated Price
$268,700

Carmine

Investment

$268,700

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View Carmine project details. Price: $268,700.Color: Bentley Candy Red.Body style: hard d90.
Custom black Land Rover Defender with gold accents and bold grille
Estimated Price
$313,900

Project M

Investment

$313,900

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View Project M project details. Price: $313,900.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in light blue with orange accents and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$308,700

GR Hard Top

Investment

$308,700

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View GR Hard Top project details. Price: $308,700.Color: Porsche Gulf Blue.Body style: hard d110.
Luxury custom Land Rover Defender in white with aggressive stance and modern styling
Estimated Price
$317,500

Somerset

Investment

$317,500

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View Somerset project details. Price: $317,500.Color: Porsche Crayton Grey.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a luxury custom Land Rover Defender with a black exterior and off-road features
Estimated Price
$316,700

Canuck

Investment

$316,700

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View Canuck project details. Price: $316,700.Color: Aston Martin Minotaur Green.Body style: hard d110.
Gulf Runner HT2
Estimated Price
$320,300

Gulf Runner HT2

Investment

$320,300

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View Gulf Runner HT2 project details. Price: $320,300.Color: Porsche Gulf Blue.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in light green with rugged tires
Estimated Price
$320,700

Waldorf

Investment

$320,700

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View Waldorf project details. Price: $320,700.Color: Two-Tone Green and Cream.Body style: hard d110.
Lunaro
Estimated Price
$331,500

Lunaro

Investment

$331,500

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View Lunaro project details. Price: $331,500.Color: Lamborghini Oro Adonis.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in black with copper accents
Estimated Price
$322,700

Midas II

Investment

$322,700

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View Midas II project details. Price: $322,700.Color: Santorini Black.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in a sleek blue finish with rugged tires and modern grille
Estimated Price
$306,400

Aspen

Investment

$306,400

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View Aspen project details. Price: $306,400.Color: Portofino Blue.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender in matte green finish with black accents and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$316,200

Atlas

Investment

$316,200

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View Atlas project details. Price: $316,200.Color: Roll Royce Laurel Green.Body style: hard d110.
ROAMER
Estimated Price
$316,000

ROAMER

Investment

$316,000

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View ROAMER project details. Price: $316,000.Color: Porsche Oak Green.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in matte black finish with copper accents
Estimated Price
$306,200

Midas III

Investment

$306,200

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View Midas III project details. Price: $306,200.Color: Mercedes Magno Nachtschwarz.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender in green color
Estimated Price
$311,600

Nessie

Investment

$311,600

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View Nessie project details. Price: $311,600.Color: Sherwood Green.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender with a dark green finish and luxury design
Estimated Price
$311,000

The Beast

Investment

$311,000

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View The Beast project details. Price: $311,000.Color: British Racing Green.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke grey Land Rover Defender with custom features
Estimated Price
$307,900

Rugido

Investment

$307,900

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View Rugido project details. Price: $307,900.Color: Sherwood Green.Body style: hard d110.
Custom black Land Rover Defender with off-road features and roof rack
Estimated Price
$313,400

White Shark

Investment

$313,400

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View White Shark project details. Price: $313,400.Color: Dark sapphire.Body style: hard d110.
Black custom Land Rover Defender with unique copper grille and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$303,700

Midas

Investment

$303,700

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View Midas project details. Price: $303,700.Color: Santorini Black.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender in glossy white finish with modern headlights and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$316,100

Project BYLT

Investment

$316,100

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View Project BYLT project details. Price: $316,100.Color: White.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in green with rugged tires
Estimated Price
$316,700

Easy Green

Investment

$316,700

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View Easy Green project details. Price: $316,700.Color: British Racing Green.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a bespoke Land Rover Defender in green with black accents and luxury wheels
Estimated Price
$307,800

Ombra

Investment

$307,800

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View Ombra project details. Price: $307,800.Color: Sherwood Green.Body style: hard d110.
Front view of a luxury black Land Rover Defender with custom modifications
Estimated Price
$297,900

Baky

Investment

$297,900

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View Baky project details. Price: $297,900.Color: Santorini Black.Body style: hard d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in gray with black accents and custom wheels
Estimated Price
$318,800

Goat

Investment

$318,800

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View Goat project details. Price: $318,800.Color: Porsche Chalk Gray.Body style: hard d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender with matte finish and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$319,000

Mila

Investment

$319,000

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View Mila project details. Price: $319,000.Color: Gray.Body style: hard d110.
Custom black Land Rover Defender with off-road features and LED light bar
Estimated Price
$302,400

Preto

Investment

$302,400

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View Preto project details. Price: $302,400.Color: Santorini Black.Body style: hard d110.

Other Builds

29 Projects
Custom blue Land Rover Defender with luxury details and off-road capabilities
Estimated Price
$299,900

Admiral

Investment

$299,900

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View Admiral project details. Price: $299,900.Color: Roundel Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Estoral
Estimated Price
$291,000

Estoral

Investment

$291,000

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View Estoral project details. Price: $291,000.Color: FERRARI AZZURO 592.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender in light blue with rugged off-road tires
Estimated Price
$289,300

Gulf Runner

Investment

$289,300

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View Gulf Runner project details. Price: $289,300.Color: Porsche Gulf Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in blue with premium features
Estimated Price
$300,800

Queen Bee

Investment

$300,800

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View Queen Bee project details. Price: $300,800.Color: FERRARI AZZURO 592.Body style: soft d110.

Uncompromising Vision

Each Monarch Defender represents the pinnacle of automotive craftsmanship. Our portfolio showcases one-of-one builds where heritage meets innovation through meticulous attention to detail.

From classic restorations to cutting-edge conversions, every project undergoes our comprehensive 13-stage process. Our master craftsmen combine decades of expertise with modern techniques to create vehicles that are tailored entirely to the owner's vision while maintaining the legendary Land Rover character.

Build Process Inquiries

How long does a bespoke Land Rover Defender build take?+

A complete zero-hour restoration and custom build typically takes between 6 to 12 months. This timeline ensures our master craftsmen can meticulously execute every phase of our 13-step process, from bare-metal chassis preparation to the final hand-stitched leather interior.

Can I supply my own donor vehicle for restoration?+

Yes. While we can source premium heritage Defenders globally, we frequently work with client-supplied D90, D110, and D130 donor vehicles. Get in contact with our team if you are interested for more info.

What engine options do you offer for custom builds?+

We specialize in modern, high-performance powertrain integrations. Our most requested configurations include the GM LT1 and LS3 V8 engines, paired with heavy-duty automatic transmissions, providing modern reliability and staggering power while maintaining the classic Defender aesthetic.

Custom Land Rover Defender in dark green with off-road modifications
Estimated Price
$350,800

Nomad XL

Investment

$350,800

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View Nomad XL project details. Price: $350,800.Color: British Racing Green.Body style: pickup d130.
Wimby
Estimated Price
$261,000

Wimby

Investment

$261,000

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View Wimby project details. Price: $261,000.Color: Wimbledon WhIte.Body style: soft d90.
Custom Land Rover Defender in dark blue with luxury finishes
Estimated Price
$294,100

MJR13

Investment

$294,100

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View MJR13 project details. Price: $294,100.Color: Rolls Royce Igazu Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a bespoke pink Land Rover Defender with modern styling and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$289,300

VENUS

Investment

$289,300

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View VENUS project details. Price: $289,300.Color: Bentley Pasion Pink.Body style: soft d110.
Luxury custom Land Rover Defender in sleek black finish with off-road capabilities
Estimated Price
$419,000

Nomad EV

Investment

$419,000

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View Nomad EV project details. Price: $419,000.Color: Porsche Graphit Gray.Body style: pickup d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in light blue with a white roof and rugged tires
Estimated Price
$289,400

Hampton

Investment

$289,400

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View Hampton project details. Price: $289,400.Color: BMW Fjord Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom black Land Rover Defender with off-road features
Estimated Price
$347,500

Nashville

Investment

$347,500

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View Nashville project details. Price: $347,500.Body style: pickup d130.
Bespoke yellow Land Rover Defender with custom features
Estimated Price
$289,300

Tiki

Investment

$289,300

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View Tiki project details. Price: $289,300.Color: CMC Mellow Yellow.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in blue with white accents and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$292,100

Deja Blue

Investment

$292,100

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View Deja Blue project details. Price: $292,100.Color: Ferrari Blue Sera.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a customized Land Rover Defender with rugged styling and roof rack
Estimated Price
$316,600

Rocky Top

Investment

$316,600

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View Rocky Top project details. Price: $316,600.Color: Gray.Body style: pickup d110.
Front view of a custom light blue Land Rover Defender with a white roof
Estimated Price
$289,400

Caribbean

Investment

$289,400

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View Caribbean project details. Price: $289,400.Color: Porsche Gulf Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a custom Land Rover Defender with rugged tires and off-road accessories
Estimated Price
$317,500

Nomad II

Investment

$317,500

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View Nomad II project details. Price: $317,500.Color: Gray.Body style: pickup d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in blue with luxury features
Estimated Price
$292,100

Larimar

Investment

$292,100

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View Larimar project details. Price: $292,100.Color: Aston Martin English Bay Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in striking blue color with rugged tires and modern design features
Estimated Price
$292,100

Dixie

Investment

$292,100

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View Dixie project details. Price: $292,100.Color: Roundel Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Bespoke blue Land Rover Defender with luxury modifications
Estimated Price
$290,500

Dream Weaver III

Investment

$290,500

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View Dream Weaver III project details. Price: $290,500.Color: Bentley Portofino Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Bespoke Land Rover Defender in blue with unique grille and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$291,000

Delta

Investment

$291,000

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View Delta project details. Price: $291,000.Color: Roundel Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in blue with premium wheels and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$290,500

Dream Weaver II

Investment

$290,500

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View Dream Weaver II project details. Price: $290,500.Color: Portofino Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a custom black Land Rover Defender with off-road features
Estimated Price
$302,900

One Time

Investment

$302,900

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View One Time project details. Price: $302,900.Color: Santorini Black.Body style: pickup d110.
Custom blue Land Rover Defender with premium features
Estimated Price
$290,500

Dream Weaver

Investment

$290,500

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View Dream Weaver project details. Price: $290,500.Color: Portofino Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in a sleek gray finish with off-road tires and a modern grill design
Estimated Price
$289,400

Baby Ben

Investment

$289,400

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View Baby Ben project details. Price: $289,400.Color: Porsche Azure Thehtys.Body style: soft d110.
Front view of a custom light blue Land Rover Defender with modern styling
Estimated Price
$289,400

Capri

Investment

$289,400

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View Capri project details. Price: $289,400.Color: Porsche Gulf Blue.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender featuring a beige exterior and off-road capabilities
Estimated Price
$290,400

Sandstorm

Investment

$290,400

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View Sandstorm project details. Price: $290,400.Color: Mercedes Desert Beige.Body style: soft d110.
Custom Land Rover Defender in dark green with rooftop luggage
Estimated Price
$296,000

Nomad I

Investment

$296,000

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View Nomad I project details. Price: $296,000.Color: Dark Green.Body style: pickup d110.
A bespoke Land Rover Defender in mint green color with off-road features
Estimated Price
$288,000

Mint

Investment

$288,000

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View Mint project details. Price: $288,000.Color: Mint.Body style: pickup d110.
Front view of a bespoke Land Rover Defender with rugged features and off-road tires
Estimated Price
$459,000

Titan

Investment

$459,000

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View Titan project details. Price: $459,000.Color: Gray.Body style: pickup d130.