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| VVS210 Member Since: 12 Nov 2016 Location: Hampshire Posts: 953  
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Is that the white one that's in So'ton?
If it were me I'd either refurb to original spec or do a rag top conversion but certainly not the other options - although it would be nice to have a mechanically perfect but cosmetically rough looking sleeper with a fast V8 under the bonnet  |
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7th May 2018 9:12am |
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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582 
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No but the ebay one was also a consideration depending on its final price. 2007 TD5 90 Hard Top
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7th May 2018 9:43am |
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| Hufflepuff Member Since: 25 Oct 2014 Location: Hampshire Posts: 727  
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Its an interesting question, as I'm in the process of making a similar decision myself. I'm thinking a modern interpretation - ie. something which is a little easier to live with and actually use. You don't have a poll option for that, but I think the nearest is 'Works' ? 2005 Td5 90 XS
1989 V8 110 CSW |
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8th May 2018 12:09pm |
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| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7908 
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It looks to me that original V8 90's are becoming rare and very sought after. Therefore it could be seen as a shame to change it to something it isn't. Could you actually add more value by restoring it to original condition?
Some would argue why buy an original V8 is you want to change it into something else, be better off buying a ruined 90? That said it's your Defender (or will be) so do whatever you want! V8 convertible would be awesome! Any which way I'll be jealous!  James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
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8th May 2018 12:56pm |
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| V8GPC Member Since: 18 Jul 2016 Location: Manchester Posts: 289
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a V8 90 county lends itself well for a nice retro look; keeping it original and nice; just leave off the factory graphics, wheels and front grille The galvanised bumper and cappings work well retro. Soft tops are fun; helps you hear the lovely noise; wouldn't be too difficult to turn back to an original factory look either, so unlike to loose any future value.
some great inspiration for what looks good 
https://www.coolnvintage.com/cars/ |
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8th May 2018 3:25pm |
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| GREENI Member Since: 22 Aug 2010 Location: staffs Posts: 10383
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Take the roof off and roller paint it with a satin colour..... like some other idiot
Are you buying it? |
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8th May 2018 4:58pm |
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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582
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Don't know yet. Need to have a good look so I know what I'm getting in to - needs some work including chassis
Think the soft top route is sounding the way to go and at least it can go back to station wagon easier if required. Thanks for the input so far and thanks V8GPC, Cool Vintage looks interesting. Decisions, decisions  2007 TD5 90 Hard Top |
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8th May 2018 7:37pm |
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| Cardinal Member Since: 05 Jan 2017 Location: Bucks Posts: 7
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https://www.gt-gallery.com/defender-unique
Vintage soft top gets my vote - here is another one, this time from France |
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9th May 2018 7:50am |
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