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now that we know there will probably be a new defender, i set up a little topic to discuss what it will look like. post any pics of what you think the new defender will look like, whether its photoshop, a sketch, or a written description, as long as its a defender.
i didnt know whether to put this in the automotive design section or the industry news/rumors section. if theres a violation of some sort, delete this thread ( or, you could just, move it to another section, either way its fine. )

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I think a new Defender wont come for quite a while yet. Either way, It will probably maintain several elements:
* An independant bonnet
* Externally hinged doors.
* Stepped roof
* Very short front and rear overhangs
* Straight, flat body panels, and they will probably retain Birmabright as their main material.
Other things will likely dissappear:
* 2nd spare wheel on the bonnet
* PTO Connection
* Narrow windscreen is likely to use the entire front area now.
Whatever it is, I feel it will be a conservative evolution, mainly focusing on getting airbags and other such nonsense. I dont think It will even have the twin headlamps from all other Land Rovers.
I do think they'll do significant work to make it more refined - a deeper dashboard, slightly curved windshield, now automatic transmissions (As well as manual) and significant work inside and in the structure, to "Improve safety"

I Think things like Automatic transmission will be first tried out on this model. It's likely coming as soon as next year I reckon.