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Where legendary Land Rover Defenders are transformed into bespoke masterpieces. Each restoration honors tradition while embracing modern luxury and performance.

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Grayslake, IL 60030

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Soft Top Land Rover Defender Builds

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Soft Top Restoration

Explore our curated gallery of bespoke soft 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.

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Soft Top Builds

3 Projects
Lachlan
Estimated Price
$261,000

Lachlan

Investment
$261,000
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View Lachlan details. Price: $261,000.
Miramar
Estimated Price
$264,800

Miramar

Investment
$264,800
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View Miramar details. Price: $264,800.
Wimby
Estimated Price
$261,000

Wimby

Investment
$261,000
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View Wimby details. Price: $261,000.

Other Builds

15 Projects
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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Uncompromising vision

Each Monarch 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 12-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 12-stage process, from bare-metal chassis preparation to the final hand-stitched leather interior.

Can I supply my own donor vehicle for restoration?+

No. Monarch builds every vehicle ground-up from our own donor, so we don't perform restorations on client-supplied vehicles. If you own a Defender, we may accept it as trade-in credit toward a new Monarch build. Contact our team to discuss.

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.

View Gulf Runner details. Price: $289,300.
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 details. Price: $316,700.
Lunaro
Estimated Price
$331,500

Lunaro

Investment
$331,500
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View Lunaro details. Price: $331,500.
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 details. Price: $336,800.
Custom Land Rover Defender in red with white accents
Estimated Price
$268,700

Carmine

Investment
$268,700
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View Carmine details. Price: $268,700.
Hedgerow
Estimated Price
$290,500

Hedgerow

Investment
$290,500
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View Hedgerow details. Price: $290,500.
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 details. Price: $328,800.
Estoral
Estimated Price
$291,000

Estoral

Investment
$291,000
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View Estoral details. Price: $291,000.
Balmoral
Estimated Price
$313,900

Balmoral

Investment
$313,900
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View Balmoral details. Price: $313,900.
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 details. Price: $317,500.
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 details. Price: $335,600.
Custom Land Rover Defender in light green with rugged tires
Estimated Price
$320,700

Waldorf

Investment
$320,700
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View Waldorf details. Price: $320,700.
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 details. Price: $309,100.
Bespoke yellow Land Rover Defender with custom features
Estimated Price
$289,300

Tiki

Investment
$289,300
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View Tiki details. Price: $289,300.
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 details. Price: $350,800.