Light gray masterpiece: Firmship Land Rover Defender (L663)

Thomas Wachsmuth 21. February 2024 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Land Rover, Premium vehicles

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In a special collaboration between the Belgian designer Job Smeets and the yacht company Firmship A special edition was recently created Land Rover Defender (L663), which includes both the special design language of smeets as well as that of Firmship shows. The limited edition, on only 25 vehicles limited, has a monochrome look that blurs the boundaries between automobile and nautical design. The Defender was painted in Firmships Signature color RAL 7035, a light gray and the special layer of paint was extremely durable second coat of paint applied, which is usually used in construction machinery. The special look gives the exterior a very special texture!

Firmship Land Rover Defender

And the monochrome theme continues in the interior, using the same light gray interspersed with darker gray tones on the edges Door panels, the dashboard and the headliner. The color scheme ensures a harmonious connection between the interior and the body, true to the principle “Firmshipped" - Tone in tone. And of course, special attention is paid to this British Heritage rims. Visually, they are, in a sense, a larger version of the original aluminum ones from the “old Defender“. They contribute significantly to the authentic appearance of the renovation. The choice of RAL 7035 as the main color for the Defender underlines the philosophy behind Firmship's design approach: Neutrality, timelessness, versatility and calming effect are some of the reasons that make the special livery so important for Smeets and Firmship.

more than just a tuned vehicle

Yes, the Firmship Defender is more than just a tuned vehicle; it is a statement for “No-nonsense luxury“, which highlights the longevity and robustness that Firmship stands for. The edition is the result of a passion for ships and maritime heritage that has characterized Casper Vissers, the founder of Firmship, since childhood. It is a fusion of function and form, so to speak a tribute to the legendary look of the original, but further developed under the direction of Professor Gerry McGovern OBE at JLR. With the unique Painting, the specially revised one Rims and the thoughtful one Interior the Defender sets new standards in the world of tuned vehicles.

Details about the Company Land Rover Defender (L663):

Collaboration between Job Smeets and Firmship
Exterior in RAL 7035 / metal paint: Firmship's signature color
Interior in harmony with the exterior: darker gray on door panels, dashboard and headliner.
Limited edition: Only 25 pc are produced.
Classic rims: revised versions of the original Land Rover Alus.
Interior by Job Smeets: Uniform light gray color scheme that connects the exterior and interior.