THE biggest considerations to make before actually going out to view Defenders are the wheelbase you want and the type of body that will suit your needs best. Yes, Defenders are known for their brilliant adaptability and the ease with which you can swap panels about, but if you can find one that’s already right, it’ll save a lot of time and money getting roofs and sides painted, or cutting holes in existing ones.
If you’re after a weekend toy or occasional leisure user, you can be a bit less stringent about what you choose. Maybe a soft top would suit? But if the Defender is to be your main mode of transport, you need to really think about what
