Who Is Shoreline Vehicles
A Modern Interpretation of an Icon
There are vehicles that serve a purpose, and there are vehicles that tell a story. The Land Rover Defender has always been both — a symbol of endurance, simplicity, and strength. Shoreline Vehicles exists to preserve that story while rewriting its next chapter. The company is dedicated to rebuilding and reimagining the Defender, transforming these classic machines into modern masterpieces of design, craftsmanship, and performance.
Our Origin and Purpose
Shoreline Vehicles was founded on a simple idea: the belief that true craftsmanship still matters. In a world of mass-produced luxury, Shoreline remains entirely hands-on.
Every Defender begins as an authentic chassis sourced from original models. From there, it’s stripped, restored, and rebuilt piece by piece by a team of engineers, artisans, and designers who understand the Defender’s legacy and its potential.
Shoreline’s mission is not just to rebuild Defenders, but to elevate them — to take something rooted in function and give it new form through precision and artistry.
What We Build
At Shoreline, no two Defenders are ever the same. Each one begins with a vision, shaped by the client’s lifestyle and design preferences.
Defender 90: Compact, agile, and ideal for city or coastal driving.
Defender 110: The perfect balance of size, capability, and comfort.
Defender 130: Long-wheelbase versatility for families, expeditions, or grand touring.
Every model can be configured as a soft-top, station wagon, crew cab, or signature edition — designed entirely around the way you live and drive.
The Shoreline Process
Rebuilding a Defender is equal parts engineering and artistry. The Shoreline process transforms each donor vehicle from the ground up — literally.
The chassis is stripped, blasted, and reinforced. The drivetrain and suspension are rebuilt using precision components. Power options include everything from restored TD5 and TDCi engines to modern V8 conversions.
Meanwhile, the bodywork is restored and painted in colors that reflect both heritage and modern taste — from classic Arles Blue to custom metallic finishes. Inside, every cabin is handcrafted using premium materials that blend durability with sophistication.
It’s not about erasing the Defender’s past. It’s about extending its story for another lifetime.
Engineering Meets Craftsmanship
The Defender’s beauty lies in its simplicity, but perfection takes precision. Shoreline Vehicles combines traditional methods with modern technology, ensuring each build meets the highest standards of reliability, performance, and comfort.
Engines are tuned for smooth, confident power. Transmissions and braking systems are modernized. Interiors are soundproofed and climate-controlled, turning rugged heritage into refined usability.
It’s this balance — of heritage and innovation — that defines Shoreline’s engineering philosophy.
A Custom Build Experience
Every Shoreline client begins with a conversation, not a configuration sheet. The team works closely to design a Defender that reflects each client’s world — where they live, how they drive, and what story they want to tell through their vehicle.
From paint selection to stitching detail, every decision is deliberate. The result is a vehicle that doesn’t just look different. It feels different — because it was built entirely for one person.
A Heritage Reborn
The original Land Rover Defender was built for endurance. Shoreline’s Defenders are built for life — crafted to be driven, admired, and eventually handed down.
Each one stands as a symbol of what happens when heritage meets modern artistry. It’s not simply a rebuilt vehicle. It’s a legacy reimagined.
At Shoreline Vehicles, every Defender is proof that great design doesn’t fade with time — it evolves.