Ever seen a Jaguar XJ hearse and wondered if there’s a less cliché, more exciting solution to dealing with the inevitable? This Land Rover Defender 110 station wagon might strike a chord, if so.
It’s been built by Edinburgh-based Land Rover specialists Engine 710, which has essentially upgraded the retro hero using parts from a 130 and given it many, many accessories to prepare it for funeral service. A go-anywhere-but-there funeral service, clearly.
Those include a lower deck to allow coffins and tributary items to be better displayed, and a revision to all the doors (and hinges) to provide easier access in and around the car. Engine 710 has also thrown in new LED lighting and pullout drawers that contain a bespoke set of umbrellas. Shame that there are no wellies provided since graveyards can get a bit murky.
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Alongside a complete rework of the interior—with only the front two seats remaining—there’s plenty of wood veneer spotted around the equally wood coffin table, while a double sunroof has been attached above to provide more lighting.
No word as yet on powertrain choice (of which there are many for the old Landy) or whether off-road shoes will be provided, but we’re remaining hopeful for now.
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NOTE: This article first appeared on TopGear.com. Minor edits have been made.
