r/NewDefender

What's up all! Been lurking this subreddit for years, proud to finally share my own.

In 2021 I made my first visit to the LR dealership to put down a deposit on a 110 x-dynamic. I eventually had to withdraw the deposit but my love for the defender never changed. Was finally able to get mine last month and couldn't be happier.

Few cosmetic/protective updates done: PPF, ceramic wheels and calipers, windshield PPF, windshield and front window tints, powder coated exhaust tips, smoked badges and side markers,

Did as much research as one could over the years and leading up to making the purchase. Ended up getting a low mileage 110 V8 from LR and extended the warranty. There's going to be pros and cons to any car, but taking the proper steps to mitigate any risks and maintan the longetivity of the car goes a long way.

Happy to share any info and thoughts I took into consideration for any potential buyers. Looking forward to learning more from you pros here and contributing what I can along the way.

Still looking back at it everytime my garage door closes, don't think that'll ever stop.

How would I replace, remove, or wrap these white interior trim pieces? They feel really out of place in an otherwise all-black car. The end handles seem straightforward, but the trim around the center section and below the HVAC controls looks a lot more challenging. Any advice would be appreciated — thank you!

I bought a genuine engine oil filter to change the engine oil, but the quality is really crude. There are glue marks left here and there as well. Gemini told me that filters made in Italy tend to have fewer of these issues, while filters manufactured in the UK often look like this, although apparently there are no actual quality problems with them… well… I guess that’s just how it is.

I get the hype after putting 300 miles on it on mountain highways and forestry roads, these things are fantastic.

🔥🔥🔥

I've been watching dealerships in my area for a while, waiting for the model and the options I've been looking for and finally ran across one. Carpathian Gray with the P4oo motor that I have wanted + a few of the options that were on my list (Second Row Captains Chairs, HUD and ClearSight Rear View Mirror). I've been driving a 2019 Discovery and even though this one weighs a bunch more, the handling is smoother and the drive is quieter. And it feels more responsive. I've driven it about two weeks and love it!

It did not come with running boards / side steps. $2k at the dealer is frankly not obscene, but I really did not like the OEM style. There are not a lot of choices, but I found the Romik REC-B Running Boards (second picture). Installed by an aftermarket dealer for $1270 + tax. They are pretty solid and I think worked out well. Just in case anyone is looking for options!!

We wanted to put some flair on our 2026 v8 defender 130. Ended up having the dealership wrap it with matte black film and then we did the badges by ourselves.

Going to add the 130 sticker. This is the 130 with second row captains chairs.

We love it.

Have a matching LR4 for the beach and I rock a blacked out range.

Liebe dieses Teil!

110 Woolstone Green D250

I can’t decide between 2026 Gondwana Stone (courtesy vehicle with 2k miles) or a new 2026 Santorini Black. The courtesy vehicle would be a few thousand under msrp. The new one comes with a $1,500.00 welcome credit that can’t be applied to the courtesy vehicle. Most other comps are nearly identical besides tire cover on Gondwana Stone vs. no cover on Santorini Black, and different rims and All Terrain Goodyear Wranglers on Santorini Black vs. Pirelli Scorpion Zero all seasons on the courtesy vehicle). New to Land Rover and coming from a 2022 Bronco Outer Banks - very excited for whichever one I end up with, but curious to hear some opinions and any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.

My Defender 90 V8

I copied the text below as it resonates 100% and i could not put it any better !

The 90 v8 -
I fell in love with because it’s absurd, impractical and really shouldn’t exist in today’s world. An older (but tried and true) supercharged v8, 2 doors, questionable fuel economy, a suspension that pitches the nose up when you floor it, tiny boot, a twitchy suspension under hard braking or cornering —
Every time I talk about it (happens a lot!)I fall in love again.

Mine is a late 2025 version which has a few cosmetic mods- wheels , fender arches, side step, mud flaps, illuminated front grill, rear spoiler, side vents, hood vents, ladder... sports steering wheel , Performance wise, Milltek Black cerakote and the PRORAM performance air intake . Damn! There ig go... fallin' i L 😉

My dad recently picked up his 2026 Defender 130 V8, Santorini Black with the Caraway Windsor interior. He was going for the stealth look, wrapped the whole car with matte PPF and added some aesthetic mods (side steps, rear spoiler, mudflaps). The V8 is the real treat, puts a smile on my face every time I start it up.