Higher Ground Rovers

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Higher Ground Rovers is a trailblazer in the luxury Land Rover Defender market since 2015. Priding ourselves in boutique, custom service; Higher Ground Rovers only restores 1984-1999 model year Defenders. We source parts from only the very best vendors around the globe, allowing us to present an exceptional product. The rugged drivetrain, durable construction and lack of computers make these trucks already highly reliable and long lasting vehicles… We only make them Better.

Staying in the vein of the traditional Defender, our preference is to begin with the Land Rover TDi engine mounted onto a new galvanized chassis. The strength and dependability of this engine will have you comfortable on both the trail, or headed down the highway. The majority of Defenders originally left the Solihull production facility with 5 speed manuals installed; we do offer the opportunity to upgraded to an automatic transmission; thus ensuring an enjoyable driving experience for the entire family. In custom commissioning a HGR build, essentially every element of the design is open for client input; from body style and paint color to interior and electronics, your HGR Defender will be exactly the one of your dreams. If you're interested in commissioning a handcrafted, bespoke Defender re-built in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains,

please call or email below to hear more about our process.​

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