Built to last

THE WINDSOR CLASSIC BESPOKE BUILD PROCESS

10 Steps to perfection

EACH RESTORATION TAKES IN EXCESS OF 1600 HOURS, BROKEN DOWN INTO 10 STAGES.

01.

Design

Our team will work with you to develop a build spec that meets your vision and budget.

Working with us we’ll start to dream up your dream car. We can outfit your Land Rover Defender, Series I, II, IIA and III to meet your vision, restoring to original condition when desired or upgrading to a more modern engine, transmission, braking system and more. Every detail of your restoration will be meticulously addressed.

Front and side views of a vintage green Land Rover 90, featuring dark green leather, green canvas roof, galvanized and brass chassis detailing, and Keswick Green paint.
A promotional setup for Gritchie Brewing Co. features a vintage Land Rover with branding and logo of a lion holding a beer barrel. A wooden counter with bottles and glasses is positioned next to the vehicle, displaying the logo and name. The vehicle
Front and rear views of a vintage Mercedes light green poly Off-White color Land Rover Defender with cream leather interior, showing labels for color and design details.
A mobile beer stand built on a black Land Rover Defender 130, branded with Gritchie Brewing Company. The stand has taps dispensing beer, with a sign that reads 'Beer as It Should Be' and a logo of a griffin holding a barrel.
A black Land Rover Defender 90 model with cream and sand leather interior and gloss black or silver arch, viewed from the front left, with a smaller inset image showing the rear view with a spare tire. The vehicle has silver accents on the front bump
Diagram of a light gray Land Rover Series with labels pointing to its features, including tan leather interior, black canvas soft top, painted black wheels, and a spare tire on the back. Additional details note the signal red markings, gloss black ac
Front and side view of a vintage Land Rover Defender painted in Porsche Slate Grey with a white roof, featuring black leather interior details, and the rear view showing a mounted spare tire. Labels indicate the colors and materials, and a small inse
A vintage Land Rover Defender vehicle in light grey with black leather accents, featuring various color labels pointing out the paint color, including light grey, neon orange, gloss black, and silver. There is an inset image showing the rear view of
An illustrated diagram of a vintage light green Land Rover Defender, showing detailed labels for black leather interior, light green sample paint, light green paint on the vehicle body, glossy black wheels, satin black bumper, and a rear view inset i
A black Land Rover 90 with cream sand leather roof, sand canvas cover, and a spare tire at the rear, featuring black rims, a galvanized bumper, and orange Porsche Tangerine accents, presented in an automotive style. An inset car model shows a detaile
A light green vintage Land Rover Defender vehicle with annotations pointing to various features, including cream sand leather interior, light green sample exterior parts, gloss black wheels and bumpers, satin black front grille and trim, and an inset
An illustrated overview of a classic light grey Land Rover Defender showing color and design details, with labels indicating cream/sand leather interior, light grey exterior, gloss black wheels, neon orange and light grey body accents, a front licens
A black 4x4 vintage Land Rover with a sand-colored cover on top, featuring labels indicating cream or sand leather, sand canvas, Porsche Signal Orange, black color, and galvanised with an inset image of the same vehicle showing the rear with a spare
An illustrated diagram of a vintage Land Rover Defender in Porsche Crayon Grey, with labels indicating parts such as cream sand leather, sand canvas, crayon grey paint, gloss black wheels, galvansed bumper, and a smaller inset image showing the rear
A black classic Land Rover Defender with a removable roof, labeled as Windsor Classics Beluga Black, shown with annotations highlighting tan leather interior, black canvas roof, black and gloss black paint, galvanized front bumper, and a rear-mounted
A diagram of a black Land Rover Defender with annotations highlighting details such as cognac leather interior, black canvas roof, gloss black and Beluga black paint, and a galvanized bumper. There is an inset image showing the rear view of the vehic
A vintage Land Rover 90 with a grey paint job, black canvas roof, tan leather interior, and spare tyre on the back. The vehicle has black gloss wheels, grey crayon-colored body, and is labeled 'Windsor Classics'. The image features annotations indica

We always retain a certain amount of stock for restorations. By request, we can also source an ideal donor vehicle.

We can support you sourcing the ideal donor car. We have experience in finding the correct model that meets your needs, such as export considerations or specific features. We then conduct a full inspection during the disassembly and itemise parts by condition in order to finalise the build spec.

Finding/Assessing The Perfect Donor Vehicle

02.

An aerial view of a parking lot filled with various utility and work trucks parked beside a large building with a metal roof and a smaller brick building. There is a small grassy area with some bushes at the bottom of the image.
An old, weathered Land Rover inside a brightly lit garage or warehouse with a corrugated metal ceiling and a white brick wall. The vehicle’s door is a mix of white and blue paint, and its windows are cracked and dirty.
Interior of a garage with vintage utility vehicles and shelves holding various parts and equipment.
Close-up of a scratched metal surface with a small square opening revealing rusted internal parts, possibly part of an old machine or vehicle.
Close-up of two old, rusty metal appliances, with one possibly a stove or oven and the other a heater or radiator, showing signs of wear and corrosion.
A rusty spare tire inside the trunk of an old vehicle.
Interior of a garage with three vintage vehicles, including one with a UK license plate, parked underneath metal shelving holding items such as a boat and other equipment. The garage has a curved metal roof with some overhead lighting.

03.

Every project is stripped down to a bare chassis and evaluated prior to finalisation of build spec

Stripping down the vehicle lets us get our first close look at the underlying condition of the project. From here we discuss what parts we will restore, what parts will be upgraded, and what parts will be replaced.

Teardown

Five people pushing a vintage military-style Jeep, with one person in the driver's seat, in front of a dark wooden wall.

Chassis Refurbishment

04.

The chassis is always the starting point for any build.

Once stripped, we acid dip before conducting fabrication repairs. We then hot dip galvanize the chassis before coating with a ruggedized coating that is optimised for corrosion prevention. Alternatively when required or requested, we source a new galvanised chassis which we apply the same coating to.

A person wearing a welding helmet and work clothes is welding metal on a workbench in a workshop. Sparks are flying as they work on the metal.

The Engine, Transmission and gearbox will undergo a full rebuild.

Each component is meticulously disassembled, inspected, and restored to precise tolerances—bearings, cranks, and moving parts are replaced entirely. Our aim is simple: to deliver performance that exceeds factory standards, ensuring smooth, reliable driving for years to come.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

05.

Close-up of a metal engine cylinder head with pistons and bolts, with a chain hanging above, in a workshop setting.
Close-up of a vintage car engine showing carburetor, spark plug wires, and other engine components.
Close-up of an internal mechanical part of a vehicle engine, featuring metal components and tubing.
Close-up of a vintage car engine inside a light green car body.
Close-up of a vintage car engine with metal parts and tubing.
Close-up of a car's engine with various mechanical parts, hoses, and wires visible.

We restore the running gear with a selection of upgrades to improve the driving experience.

Once reinstalled, every component is tested and fine-tuned for optimal performance. This stage allows us the access and visibility needed to ensure that every system functions exactly as intended—refined, reliable, and ready for the road.

ROLLING CHASSIS

06.

A vehicle chassis with suspension and axle components installed, placed on a concrete floor in a workshop.

Every vehicle is stripped back to its bare bones—every panel, bracket, and bolt.


Regardless of the donor vehicle’s condition, we fully disassemble and hand-restore each component with care. While some panels are replaced for integrity, our priority is preserving and revitalizing as much of the original bodywork as possible—honouring the vehicles legacy with craftsmanship and attention to detail.

BODYWORK

07.

A partially restored vintage Land Rover in a garage, with the body shell on jack stands and tools on a workbench in the background.

With incredible materials and craftsmanship, we elevate the interior to the highest standard.


Our incredible trimming department can offer limitless options for Connolly leather clad seats, dash components, steering wheels, cubby boxes, and any custom fabrication you may desire.

INTERIOR

08.

Inside view of a vintage car's dashboard and steering wheel, with gauges and controls, in a garage or workshop setting.

As part of safety inspection and quality assurance, we conduct a comprehensive road test.

As part of our safety inspection and quality assurance process, each vehicle is driven through a series of 50-mile tests—refined and adjusted between runs until it’s mechanically settled and performing exactly as it should. From tight corners to steep 25% gradients, we push every build to ensure it’s ready for anything.

ROAD TEST

09.

A vintage beige Land Rover with a spare tire on the hood and a thick rope tied to the front bumper, driving on an open road through a rural landscape under cloudy skies.

All paperwork and documentation are prepared. Vehicle undergoes a final inspection and valet ready for collection.


Once completed to our exacting standards, each restoration is fitted with our trademark cast iron badge on the wings and rear panel.

FINAL SIGN OFF

10.

Close-up of the rear of a Land Rover Defender with a badge and tail light, showing part of its rugged exterior under a cloudy sky.
Close-up of a black Windsor Classics chassis identification plate with logo, model number 020, and website, mounted on a cream-colored surface.
Metal plaque on a car interior with Windsor Classics logo, chassis number, and the words "Restored with Pride."
Close-up of a vintage car steering wheel with a wooden rim and metal spokes, set inside a beige dashboard with gauges and controls.
Front seats of a vintage black vehicle with leather upholstery and headrests, and a background with a wooden wall and artwork.