What do you make of Bowler’s ‘Extreme’ Defender conversion?

Planning on using your Defender for more than just the school run? Then this could be right up your street. Meet rally raid specialists Bowler’s ‘Extreme’ Defender conversion.

Designed for classic Defender 90, 110 and 130 variants, obvious upgrades include those 16-inch bead-lock wheels and mammoth 35-inch tyres, with bespoke front and rear suspension providing a two-inch lift and extended wheel arches ensuring they fit. 

Additional modifications include a new lightweight front bumper with extra recovery points, bonnet vents, rock sliders, and rear step kit, while there’s also an all-essential external rollcage, roof rack, and optional spotlight package. Proper stuff.

The cabin also receives a makeover, and comes complete with a leather Momo steering wheel, Recaro seats, and black gearshifters. There’s also a bespoke interior trim, Alcantara headlining, and upgraded infotainment system with, er, built-in satnav, just in case you should find yourselves lost in the desert, or wherever.

Up front, an ECU remap and upgraded intercooler results in a power boost to 173bhp and 332lb ft of torque, while Bowler’s ‘big brake kit’ upgrade includes four-piston calipers developed in partnership with Alcon plus larger discs for peace of mind.

Customers can provide their own Defender or, for those with extra deep pockets, have Bowler source one. No word on price, but if you have to ask…