Before the craze of restomodding swept the motoring world, there were only a small array of companies working tirelessly to bring unrivalled craftsmanship and design to the classics we know and love, and of that minority, nobody gave the trusty Land Rover a makeover quite like Coolnvintage did and continues to do.
Founded in Portugal in 2012, owner and CEO Ricardo Pessoa’s vision to create true excellence on four wheels has only grown stronger as the years roll by. A true car lover at heart, Ricardo and his team work tirelessly to turn once utilitarian off-roaders that could so easily spend their entire life being dented and mistreated into true works of rolling art.
Since those humble beginnings, the company has grown from strength to strength while retaining incredibly low production numbers to ensure the quality of restoration and rebuilds are to their exacting standards. The team average just 10 Land Rover customisations per year, meaning even after 14 years in business, the scarcity of their work is what makes them all the more appealing.
This endless pursuit of perfection, minimal build numbers and a seemingly infinite waiting list makes this example available from Garagem87 all the more special. Leaving Land Rover’s factory in 2013, this Defender 110 Doublecab was hand-selected as a prime candidate for Coolnvintage to work their magic. After sinking over 2,000 hours into this Defender, the result is truly a one-off creation that oozes quality and refinement, finished in Fjord Blue metallic with a sea of tan leather inside the cabin. Not only have the visual elements been refreshed to the highest standard, so too has the Defenders internals, with an entirely rebuilt engine connected to an automatic gearbox, as well as upgraded suspension for an effortlessly smooth ride, whatever the terrain.
Every now and then, cars appear on the Classic Driver Market that we can’t help up sit and stare at, and this Coolnvintage creation is no exception. With thousands of clients desperate to experience one of world’s most talented car restorers, this truly is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to start your own adventure awaits, draped in the finest quality leather and chromewear!
