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Range Rover Restomod: Corvette V8

Twisted’s TRRC is a $445K, ultra-limited restomod of the classic three-door Range Rover.
A 500-hp Corvette-derived V8 and upgraded hardware boost performance without losing its signature ride.
Hand-built with a redesigned interior and refined bodywork—2026 production is already sold out.

When the restomod world takes on an icon like the first-generation Range Rover, expectations are high. Done right, though, the result can be exceptional—especially for buyers who want classic off-road capability with modern performance and aren’t shy about the price tag.

That’s exactly what Twisted Automotive delivers with the TRRC, a bold, high-performance reimagining of the three-door Range Rover Classic originally launched in 1970.

The project is personal. Founder Charles Fawcett created the TRRC as a tribute to the 1980s Range Rover his father once drove. The name—short for “Twisted’s interpretation of a Range Rover Classic”—fits the brief. Production is capped at just 12 builds per year, with prices starting at £350,000 (roughly $445,000). That doesn’t include the donor vehicle, which customers must provide.

Fresh V8 Power, Classic Design

Twisted Automotive TRRC Range Rover

Photo by: Twisted

At its heart is a 6.2-liter LT1 V8 pushing out around 500 horsepower—a heavily reworked version of the engine found in the Chevrolet Corvette—paired with an eight-speed automatic. It’s a serious upgrade, backed by more than two decades of Twisted’s Land Rover tuning experience.

The supporting hardware has been thoroughly upgraded to match. Suspension, bushings, and differentials are all reinforced, while braking comes from six-piston front calipers and four-piston rears. Crucially, it’s not overdone—the chassis tuning keeps the Range Rover’s signature composure intact, prioritizing comfort and usability over harshness.

Photos by: Twisted

Photos by: Twisted

The TRRC’s design walks a careful line between heritage and refinement. Up front, the bumper channels the clean simplicity of 1970s models, while the grille and lighting take cues from later 1990s versions.

New hand-formed aluminum panels elevate the finish, and panel fit—long a weak point on older Range Rovers—has been given serious attention. Buyers can also tweak the look, including the option to paint the C-pillar body color, ditching the classic “floating roof” for a more solid, purposeful stance.

Built To Be Driven

Photo by: Twisted

Inside, the cabin has been completely reworked. Lower-mounted seats improve the driving position and make better use of the Range Rover’s signature glasshouse.

There’s plenty of modern comfort—leather upholstery, heated seats, an eight-channel audio system, and a discreet infotainment setup—but it’s the details that stand out. Sound deadening is tucked beneath the carpets rather than hidden behind panels, leaving painted surfaces visible and adding to the bespoke feel.

Each build is completed by hand and tested over more than 500 miles before delivery. The result is a Range Rover Classic that feels sharper, faster, and far more exclusive—without losing the character that made it an icon in the first place.

And if you’re thinking of ordering one, you’re already too late—Twisted’s entire 2026 production run is sold out.

Source: Twisted

Motor1’s Take: Restomods—especially those of the off-road variety—can be hit and miss. But Twisted’s take on the classic Range Rover is an absolute stunner, and the engine the company chose for the project might be the best V8 you can buy.