Defender Svx

[Black Dog]

Hi all,
First post here, so hoping for some advice.
I'm thinking of getting one of the Defender SVX'S ( Depending on final specs and price which is yet to be announced)
The question I have is they will only be available in Black.
I've only ever had a light colored vehicle.
Any of you had a black Defender, and if so how do you find the added heat from it, or is it not an issue?
Thanks!
BD

[Scallops]

Hi all,
First post here, so hoping for some advice.
I'm thinking of getting one of the Defender SVX'S ( Depending on final specs and price which is yet to be announced)
The question I have is they will only be available in Black.
I've only ever had a light colored vehicle.
Any of you had a black Defender, and if so how do you find the added heat from it, or is it not an issue?
Thanks!
BD

Yep - only black - I too only buy white vehicles so can't comment further.

[Xtreme]

Yep - only black - I too only buy white vehicles so can't comment further.

The Brits just don't understand Australian conditions.

[JDNSW]

The Brits just don't understand Australian conditions.

Neither do some Australians - look at the prevalence of black or dark coloured vehicles!

One of the long term problems with vehicles in Australia (or most of the rest of the world for that matter) is that almost all car designers live in cold climates - and the few who don't, slavishly copy the styling of the majority.

John

[p-a]

i have a black one, its hot it gets dirty but it looks so cool :)

[Black Dog]

Thanks P.A. I love the look of fenders too, but I don't want to cook in one.
I'm getting the idea that the SVX is probably not a good idea.....
Do you have an 07?

[Jeff]

I think the huge window areas on newer vehicles make it worse than on a well designed Defender with less glass area and upright windows. Dark paint fades and shows age more.

Jeff

:rocket:

[Xavie]

If you get one you'll need to glue some of the old air vent doors to where they were removed on the outside as the black really shows that silly gap up.

Xavier

[Taipan]

I'll had my 2007 black defender since 30 october, for the first 2 weeks jumping in the vehicle was a killer, but since after having the windows tinted by solace (formula 1 tint), the cab is alway cool. Which cost around $500.

Even last december when I was up in townville and temp over 40, the vehicle was cool after run the a/c for 2-3mins.

The new a/c is the best thing going for the new model after the new engine & gearbox (power & sound - quiet)

My only problem, which really ****ing me off is, that I'll had several people approach me asking is that a hummer.

[Black Dog]

I'll had my 2007 black defender since 30 october, for the first 2 weeks jumping in the vehicle was a killer, but since after having the windows tinted by solace (formula 1 tint), the cab is alway cool. Which cost around $500.

Even last december when I was up in townville and temp over 40, the vehicle was cool after run the a/c for 2-3mins.

The new a/c is the best thing going for the new model after the new engine & gearbox (power & sound - quiet)

My only problem, which really ****ing me off is, that I'll had several people approach me asking is that a hummer.

It doesn't look anything like a Hummer!
YOu wouldn't have any pics of the tinted windows would you?
Cheers
BD

[JDNSW]

I think the huge window areas on newer vehicles make it worse than on a well designed Defender with less glass area and upright windows. Dark paint fades and shows age more.

Jeff

:rocket:

Yes, the Defender is probably by far the best you can buy currently for Australian conditions - not only reasonable area of glass, but it is all almost vertical. And, apart from the 2007 model, the vents allow you to ventilate the interior while parked, without affecting security or allowing water ingress. The second best vehicles available today are probably the other utility type four wheel drives, such as the troopy and even the Hummer H1 (but not H2 or H3).

John

[boxhead]

there is a nice black 130 on theramps at trivett in parramatta drive past it evryday and wish that i fit in it


Adam

[JDNSW]

The fact that a black Defender is even thought of shows the change in the market for Landrover/Defenders. Until Landrover gave the four wheel drive market to Toyota and Nissan in Australia, they were sold almost exclusively to people who needed their capabilities. And as none of these bought on the basis of looks, they would not even consider a black vehicle if there was any other choice.

They are in many respects the most practical vehicle on the market, and black is the most impractical colour - they don't go well together.

John

[p-a]

No i have a 03 fender,

i might be wrong but i thought the SVX was a soft top so does it matter if its black.

[p-a]

No i have a 03 fender,

i might be wrong but i thought the SVX was a soft top so does it matter if its black??????????????????????/

[Black Dog]

i might be wrong but i thought the SVX was a soft top so does it matter if its black??????????????????????/

The 'Fender SVX isn't released here until September this year.
It's the 60th Anniversary model of which only 36 110's will make their way to Australia. There will be no 90's coming here..which is unfortunate.
The question I had about Black was in reference to the fact that the SVX will only be available only in black.

[Scallops]

No i have a 03 fender,

i might be wrong but i thought the SVX was a soft top so does it matter if its black??????????????????????/

The SVX that will be brought to Australia is a 110 wagon - so hard top only in this country. In England, a softtop 90 will be available. These are only available in Black and as JDNSW has pointed out, to some this won't be a practical option. For others, it will be perfect.

[p-a]

oh its a pitty the 90's are not comming out they look the best by far

[Scouse]

there is a nice black 130 on theramps at trivett in parramatta drive past it evryday and wish that i fit in it


AdamI'm sure we could squeeze you in there somehow :D.
Have you tried it to be sure ?

[wally]

My '02 Defender was dark green and I considered even that was too hot. It also showed up every little scratch and dent. I wouldn't have a dark colour again. White is definitely the most practical. Although I'm sure the new aircon helps a lot.

[Outlaw]

As an update... i just found this on an email from Land Rover Australia today about there 60th.

There are only 80 SVX 110 models allocated to Australia. And from RRP$62,990* we would expect all to be sold rather quickly.

QUICK QUICK GO GET EM!!! :D:D:D

[JamesH]

There are some nice extras on the SVX (seats, iPod, satnav) and with the black paint it they look tasty as all get out but don't discount the advantages of getting a "plain" standard Defender in white, cheaper and you can spend the $ towards some more useful (IMHO) things like dual battery, aux fuel tank, UHF.

That way you don't have to spend good $ on the 3rd row of seats, the exxy leather seats (sure we Defender owners love the idea of leather recaro but we are telling you too we are happy with the existing seats).

I think you know if you are a Defender driver, It's such a spiritual thing. You've taken the time to look into it, 95% of people in your position would just look at the Nissota Pradjero and not even be aware a Defender exists.

Just buy one, you know you want to.

[one_iota]

That extra $10,000 buys for my white Defender a whole lot of accessory stuff that suits what I want from the vehicle.

The SVX will suit others and may represent good value in those cases.

....that is the beauty of the beast.

:)

[andrew e]

i threw up when i saw that front end. They could have done sooooo much better with that grill/headlight surrounds.

Everything else is cool. It could do with lockers and bigger tyres, but thats just me.

[Greylandy]

Dealers are still not committing to a price although it states 63K on the website. They might jack up the price if there is a high demand for them. Luxury tax also comes into play at that price and with onroads you are looking at late sixties. Love the look of them but hard to justify over the standard model. Although the spec sheet indicates 16" wheels .. the dealer I spoke to reckons they will be released with 17" wheels. He might be smoking cheese going by the photos!
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