75 years old in 2023, 75 years since the release of the first Land Rover ! Admittedly, it hasn’t existed since 2016, when its marketing ended. But this the model is still deeply rooted in memory a collective that we still see everywhere, the mythical symbol of the great intersection of 4X4. He was born after the war, in 1948it was designed both as a vehicle for individuals and as a vehicle.

The tractor itself is on the verge as suggested four-wheel drive, ladder chassis and even the GDP of the car. Its appearance at that time made Willys jeeps, which remained in the country after the war and which the British continued to use until then, obsolete. At the time it was a simple model in the Rover range, but was later spun off to become its own brand.

More than a mythical model

Appearance of Range Rover in 1970 really required some clarification. In 1978, Land Rover became an independent company part of the British Leyland group (owner of Rover). The original Land even changed its name after the appearance of the small Discovery and Freelander. In 1990, he became a defender ! A beautiful story that will continue until 2016, almost unchanged in the silhouette of 1948.

Long or short, paneled or covered, it was a versatile car that was sold in all countries of the world, or almost! Its replacement has evolved into a luxury SUV, still a 4×4, but far from the spirit of its ancestor. So, even if this good old Kray is gone, that’s no excuse not to wish him a happy birthday. 1948-2023: It turns 75 this year!

Realistic toy

Celebration which Land Rover wanted to share with as many people as possible…thanks to the partnership with Lego ! Two companies have just raised the curtain Defender 90 kit with 2336 parts ! 90 “inches” or “inches”, referring to the short version of the chassis of the mythical 4X4. The realism and level of detail in this creation is truly impressive, and Lego engineers have thought of everything. He can be built in two versions : a classic civilian option, quite restrained. But also and, above all, an adventurous version.

With bows, long travel suspensions, winch, tube, roof rack or even headlight protection. There are also several accessories such as tools, gas cans, a fire extinguisher and even a jack! Subtleties go all the way to the engine, where a choice of turbodiesel and V8 is offered, each with its own special cover. A beautiful tribute to the primeval land, however, quite expensive at 233.99 euros. He will be available on the Lego website from April 4.