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Icon 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40

Icon 4x4 is a Californian builder known for their custom jeeps and trucks, their builds are so popular there is a 2-year waiting list for their bespoke masterpieces. This Bring a Trailer auction that ends tomorrow, November 6, is an opportunity to jump the cue and get your hands on this spectacular old school Land Cruiser. Based on a 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40, this beauty has an exterior refinished in Satin Blue with a black removable soft top, and a custom leather black interior. Additional equipment includes a roll bar, four-wheel slotted disc brakes with red calipers, four-link front and rear suspension with Fox coilovers, Dynatrac front and rear axles, a folding windshield, diamond-plate side steps, air conditioning, heated front seats, AutoMeter gauges, and an Alpine stereo with Bluetooth connectivity. Power comes from a 5.3-liter Vortec V8 engine, good for 310 hp, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.



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LAND ROVER DEFENDER SPECTRE - Image

LAND ROVER DEFENDER SPECTRE

Land Rover´s Special Vehicle Operations department were recently commissioned by the team of the latest James Bond adventure - Spectre (hits cinemas on November 5), to modify the iconic Land Rover Defender and feature it in the movie. The end result is this military beast named "Big Foot”, enhanced with 37-inch off-road tires, reinforced body panels, bespoke suspension, an exterior roll cage, a roof-mounted bespoke lighting fixture and significan...
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Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Volvo is bringing its off-road heritage to the electric era with the EX30 Cross Country. This rugged take on the compact EV SUV features increased ground clearance, all-wheel drive, larger wheels, and optional 18-inch all-terrain tires. Unique styling cues include black paneling with a topographic detail, skid plates, and extended wheel arches for a more aggressive stance. Performance remains solid, with an estimated 265-mile range (WLTP) and rapid char...
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1943 Dodge WC51 & 1943 Harley-Davidson WL - Image

1943 Dodge WC51 & 1943 Harley-Davidson WL

Auction house Hyman have a unique listing, a chance to own this Dodge WC51 and an accompanying Harley-Davidson WL from 1943. Powered by a robust 230 cubic inch flathead inline six engine, the Dodge WC51 is a 3/4-ton four-wheel-drive truck designed to transport weapons or troops during the second World War. The canvas cab roof, seats, and other more delicate appointments are in fantastic shape, including a standard issue WWII-spec shovel, weapons, axe, camouflage net...
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