Before me is not just another Land Rover Defender 110. This is a real "Jaguar" among "Defenders." The first oncoming Defender 110 driver I met slowed down, got out of his car, and asked: "Did you paint it yourself? I want this color too!"

It really looks non-standard. The base body shade of the Defender Fire is a bright orange metallic Vesuvius, while the roof, hood, grille, and wheel arches are painted in black metallic Santorini. The look is completed by striking details: five-spoke alloy wheels with a "diamond dust" finish, black protective side sills, LED taillights with clear glass, and unique headlights.

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The British love to remind of their ancient lineage. At least with the stereo

The interior is also amusing. The seats are upholstered in gray Alcantara in the center and black leather on the sides, with the Land Rover logo embossed on the headrests. Bright painted interior elements liven up the atmosphere: the dashboard is done in orange, matching the body. Contrast stitching on the steering wheel, seats, glovebox, and carpet fits perfectly into the overall style.

The brutal SUV unexpectedly "went pop" and now resembles a 50-year-old dad who is a regular at beauty salons. True, the stereo in the center of the panel gives away its age — the touching round knobs decisively hint at a grandpa, no matter how hard he tries to sneak into a teen disco unnoticed.

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Black top. Black bottom. In the middle – brick. Like an ancient castle

But once you go off-road, the old man will give a head start to most of today's youngsters.