When a restomod dedicates itself to a true off-road icon like the first-generation Range Rover, the result is something that is especially desirable – for anyone who loves off-roading, classic cars, and the right budget.
A great example is the Twisted Automotive TRRC: an updated, high-performance version of the classic Range Rover – specifically, the three-door body style that was first introduced in 1970 and produced until the 90s.
Twisted founder Charles Fawcett wanted to pay homage to the 80s Range Rover his father drove. The TRRC (Twisted interpretation of a Range Rover Classic) was created as a limited edition of 12 units per year and has a base price of £350.000 – currently around €405.000. This also requires the purchase of a matching Range Rover as a donor vehicle.
Under the hood is a 6,2-liter V8 LT1 with around 500 hp, which is an upgrade of the naturally aspirated V8 also used in the Chevrolet Corvette - here combined with an eight-speed automatic transmission. From a technical point of view, the concept is based on the experience that Twisted has gained from more than two decades of Land Rover Defender conversions.
To handle the increased power, the chassis, bearings and differentials have been revised; the braking system includes six-piston calipers at the front and four-piston calipers at the rear. The setup is intended to retain the character of the original Range Rover and focus more on a balanced, comfortable ride than extreme rigidity. Visually, the TRRC combines elements from different years of the Range Rover Classic. The front bumper is based on models from the 70s, while the radiator grille and headlights are inspired by the 90s versions.
The body is made from new, hand-formed aluminium sheets, which were produced using specially designed tools. Great care has also been taken to ensure the precise seam measurements and the precision of the sheet metal fit – an area to which Twisted pays particular attention. One option is to paint the C-pillar in body colour. This eliminates the “floating” roof effect of the original model, emphasising the silhouette line of the three-door model.
The interior has been completely redesigned. The seats are positioned lower than in the original model to improve the seating position and make better use of the model's large glass area. Equipment includes leather seats, heated front seats, an eight-speaker audio system and a compact infotainment system. An interesting detail is the soundproofing: instead of being attached to the body structure, it is installed under the carpets - this way the interior paintwork remains visible.
Each model is hand-built and tested over 800km before being shipped. This hand-built concept is set to transform one of Britain's most iconic off-road vehicles into a modern and highly exclusive version. Incidentally, the entire TRRC production run for 2026 has already sold out.
