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Rivarama

Member Since: 28 Aug 2021
Location: London
Posts: 155

2009 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Zermatt Silver

Any other cosmetic upgrades

Hi guys,
So I have been doing a bit of cosmetic work on my defender lately (black checker plates, upgraded wheels, sprayed roof in black, remove all traces of corrosion on the body…) and I am now at a stage where I find it almost perfect cosmetically.

Before I slowly start to upgrade the inside, I was wondering whether you guys could suggest any further “tasteful” upgrades that wouldn’t cost a fortune.

I am considering getting the front grille and front lights plates painted in black… potentially an upgraded front bumper w LED inserts… I would also love a roof rack but cannot fit one due to height restrictions.

Any other thoughts?

Last edited by Rivarama on 22nd Oct 2022 6:31am. Edited 1 time in total

18th Nov 2021 11:49pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3616

I quite like the body coloured grille on a silver landy. Bumper would look smart though. Nice house by the way!

19th Nov 2021 8:18am

LandRoverAnorak

Member Since: 17 Jul 2011
Location: Surrey
Posts: 11240

2013 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Orkney Grey

It's obviously a very personal preference but if it were me I'd go for black grill and light surrounds. I'm a traditionist, though

Darren

110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak

"You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia

19th Nov 2021 9:41am

SJM2018

Member Since: 06 Jul 2018
Location: Bristol
Posts: 296

2011 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Aintree Green

As above, plus black wheel arches 2011 CSW XS 90

19th Nov 2021 10:24am

Smyles_

Member Since: 26 Aug 2018
Location: Copenhagen
Posts: 512

2008 Defender 130 Puma 2.4 HCPU Cairns Blue

Body coloured or black wing mirrors if they aren't already

Also, billet fuel cap for me is a must. Had enough of them disintegrating everyone I filled up..! Stuart

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19th Nov 2021 1:13pm

hank

Member Since: 12 Sep 2016
Location: South Wales
Posts: 2231

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Stornoway Grey

Paint the chequer on the bumper black. Nice looking 110 though that > 110 XS Double Cab
> Instagram @simonlanemind

19th Nov 2021 1:31pm

Ianh

Member Since: 17 Sep 2018
Location: Essex
Posts: 1758

Black powder coated stainless steel snow cowl for heater intake on top of near side wing. Like this. https://www.4x4overlander.com/product/stainless-steel-snow-cowl/

Stops leaves , snow , water and other debris getting in the heater intake ducting, and black powder coated stainless steel looks rather nice as a cosmetic enhancement.

19th Nov 2021 2:20pm

markb110

Member Since: 22 May 2010
Location: Guildford
Posts: 2520

As you are in London how about some multi coloured underbody led lights and a subwoofer the size of a dustbin……..

Kidding…..

19th Nov 2021 4:45pm

LandRoverAnorak

Member Since: 17 Jul 2011
Location: Surrey
Posts: 11240

Smyles_ wrote:
Also, billet fuel cap for me is a must. Had enough of them disintegrating everyone I filled up..!

I don't think I've ever had a fuel cap disintegrate. What do you do to them?? Darren

110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak

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19th Nov 2021 4:48pm

Matt110

Member Since: 29 Jun 2014
Location: UK
Posts: 673

markb110 wrote:
As you are in London how about some multi coloured underbody led lights and a subwoofer the size of a dustbin……..

Kidding…..

OI!

Some of us like subwoofers the size of dustbins.

And I don't conform to any stereotypes.

At all.

Very much.

Oh hang on.

Essex.

Southend sea front.

12" sub-woofers.

Oh it's a defender it can't count surely

19th Nov 2021 5:03pm

Leamreject

Member Since: 19 Dec 2020
Location: Middle Earth - Leamington Spa
Posts: 955

SJM2018 wrote:
As above, plus black wheel arches

I’ll second that

Ride like you stole it!!
If I’m not on a bike it’s because only a 4x4 will do…
2011 2.4 Puma 90 HT

19th Nov 2021 5:19pm

Mo Murphy

Member Since: 01 Jun 2008
Location: Letchworth Garden City, Herts
Posts: 2078

1984 Defender 90 200 Tdi HT Pennine Grey

Hmmm I can't see how shiny tat can be described as tasteful 🥴
Mo The Land Rover 90 - Many are called, few are chosen.

19th Nov 2021 8:36pm

L110CDL

Member Since: 31 Oct 2015
Location: Devon
Posts: 10502

Agree with LRA on this one with the grill and the light surrounds

1996 Golf Blue 300Tdi 110 Pick up. Keeper.

Clayton.

19th Nov 2021 11:41pm

I Like Old Skool

Member Since: 23 Feb 2015
Location: Manchester
Posts: 765

1994 Defender 110 300 Tdi ST Coniston Green

Just leave it alone. Less is more, if you know what I mean?

19th Nov 2021 11:50pm

Rivarama

Member Since: 28 Aug 2021
Location: London
Posts: 155

Thanks for the great suggestions.
Thanks guys

21st Nov 2021 12:56am

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