What’s amazing is that an old Defender still attracts attention as if it rolled off the production line yesterday, and it seems that the Land Rover Classic division knows exactly how to exploit this passion. He presented a new program that revives this icon in spirit Defender Octa The new Defender Octa, not only in colors but even in luxurious interior touches.
Old Defender, modified V8 version exceeds the price of the new Octa!
These special edition classics are based on original 2012-2016 Defenders, received a complete re-engineering, and are available in Station Wagon or Soft Top versions, combining the raw looks of the past with the cutting-edge technology of today.
But what really catches the eye are the new color options directly inspired by the new Octa:
- Narvik Black color
- Sargasso Blue colour
- Faroe Green color
- Petra Copper color
In addition to the pre-existing range of elegant gray colors such as; Carpathian Grey, and Charente Grey. You can choose a glossy or satin finish that gives the car a presence similar to the Matte Protective Film paint of the 2026 Defender Octa. To achieve this level of precision, the car spends about 300 hours in the paint department!
Car interior
Modernization does not stop at the external appearance; The interior cabin receives a qualitative shift that is unusual in classic cars, as Land Rover Classic provides an old Defender with luxury options such as Ultrafabrics seats in different colors. Khaki Green, Light Cloud, Lunar, or luxurious Burn Sienna leather, and even the Ebony leather used in the Octa Black version.
The car can also be equipped with Recaro sports seats with heating, along with modern entertainment upgrades—no exaggeration, this is a classic with a completely modern feel.
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Mechanical specifications
As for the bottom of the body, the surprises are even greater. This classic version of the Land Rover Defender gets a 5.0-liter V8 engine that generates 400 horsepower, and is connected to a ZF automatic gearbox with a sport mode. The suspension, brakes and handling have also been redeveloped, while maintaining the traditional chassis—a combination of past and present for a unique driving experience.
But what about the price of an old Defender from the Land Rover Classic segment?
Here comes the most controversial part, as the price of the Classic Defender V8 starts at 190,000 British pounds, or the equivalent of 254,000 US dollars, or 952,500 Saudi riyals, before taxes and options, which makes it more expensive than the price of the new Defender Octa, which starts in Britain at 148,045 British pounds, or the equivalent of 198,000 US dollars, or 742,500 Saudi riyals!
Despite the high cost, Land Rover Classic Department Manager, Dominic Elms, confirms that the demand for these copies is amazing:
“Our customers want a classic Defender to match the new Octa, and this has prompted the Special Works team to develop new technologies in paint and materials to provide the ideal experience for Defender enthusiasts.”
In the end, it seems that the classic Old Defender is more than just a car; It is a piece of history that has been recreated with luxurious touches, becoming an exclusive option for anyone who wants to own a rare copy that combines the ancient past with the superior present—even if it costs more than the new car itself!
