- Twisted has equipped the RR Classic with an LT1 6.2-liter V8.
- Extensive work has also been done to the SUV’s suspension.
- Production is limited to just 12 builds each year worldwide.
The two-door Range Rover Classic is one of the brand’s most iconic models, and while the majority of them are probably now rotting away in scrapyards, Twisted Automotive is doing its best to keep them on the road.
This project, known as the TRRC, marks Twisted’s first take on the Range Rover Classic after years of focusing on re-engineered Defenders. You may want to check your bank balance before getting too invested, because entry starts at a hefty £350,000 ($466,000) for a fully reengineered example.
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Twisted has managed to retain the Range Rover’s iconic exterior design, although it has now added a front bumper extension and fitted a new set of wheels, along with a slightly more modern front grille and headlight surrounds. While the panels may look original, they’ve actually been formed from aluminum by the brand.
In fact, each exterior panel is newly created using bespoke hammer-formed aluminum, with particularly tight panel fitment. As part of the build process, the vehicle is stripped down to its bare chassis, then cleaned, blasted, and e-coated in a protective satin black finish.
No doubt the highlight of the build is the engine. Gone is the original mill and in its place sits a 6.2-liter naturally-aspirated LT1 V8 from GM rated at 500 horsepower and coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
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Twisted also says it worked tirelessly on the suspension of its updated Range Rover Classic, installing new bushings to improve the handling, making it more drivable without it being “too harsh.” As you’d expect, the interior has also been updated.
Helping to ensure the model feels a little more modern is the addition of more soundproofing, installed alongside premium-grade extended carpeting. There’s also new leather found throughout the cabin, including on the heated front seats. A single-din infotainment system has also been fitted, complete with aftermarket speakers. The seats have also been configured to sit much lower than a normal Range Rover Classic.
Twisted plans to build just 12 examples of its updated Range Rover Classic each year, available in both left- and right-hand drive. Each car undergoes 500 miles of testing before delivery, and the 2026 slots are already accounted for. So, if you want one of these restomods, you’ll not only have to pay at least £350,000 ($466,000), but you’ll also have to be patient.
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