Land Rover Defender Blackout in Dubai: Black Wheels, Steps and Blue Calipers

This 2024 Land Rover Defender came to Apex Detail Studio in Dubai for a blackout. We painted the wheels and side steps black and painted the brake calipers blue, so the whole car reads as one dark shape with a single colour detail. Blackout packages start from AED 6,500 before 5% VAT.

What is a Land Rover Defender blackout?

A Defender blackout is paint work that turns the bright, silver or grey parts of the car black, so the whole Defender reads as one dark, solid shape. Owners also call it a Black Edition look or a chrome delete.

The Defender suits it better than most cars. Its square body, flat panels and big wheels already look tough, and black details make the shape look even heavier. If you are searching for a Defender blackout in Dubai, this build shows exactly what we painted and what it costs.

Which parts of this Defender did we paint?

We painted three areas: the wheels, the side steps and the brake calipers.

How did we black out the Defender?

We agreed the parts with the owner, painted each one in our Al Quoz studio and checked the finish before handing the car back.

1. Choosing the parts. The owner wanted the wheels and side steps black, with one colour detail on the calipers.
2. Wheels. The wheels were painted black, so no silver is left at the corners of the car.
3. Side steps. The side steps were painted black to match the body.
4. Calipers. The brake calipers were painted blue, which shows through the black wheels.

For more on our paint work, read our page on car painting in Dubai.

Step by step on this Defender

These stills come from the build video, so every photo shows this exact car.

Watch the Defender blackout

The full walkaround is on our Instagram.

View the Land Rover Defender blackout on Instagram

Why paint the wheels and calipers on a Defender?

The wheels are the biggest bright part left on a dark Defender, so painting them black makes the biggest difference to the look.

A painted caliper then gives the car one detail that stands out. On this Defender the blue calipers show through the black wheels from every angle, and the rest of the car stays black.

How much does a Defender blackout cost in Dubai?

Blackout packages at Apex start from AED 6,500 before 5% VAT. The final price depends on which parts you want painted.

• Blackout package: from AED 6,500.
• Painting all four rims: AED 4,000.
• Single painted part: about AED 750.

All prices are before 5% VAT and depend on options. There is no deposit to book.

Can you do the same on other SUVs?

Yes. We do the same blackout paint work on most SUVs. See the Toyota Prado blackout and the Jetour G700 blackout. For a bigger change on a Defender, see our Defender body kit build.

How do you look after blacked-out parts?

• Hand wash with a pH-neutral shampoo and soft mitts.
• Avoid brushes at automatic car washes on the wheels and side steps.
• Rinse off sand and dust soon after desert drives.
• Use a wheel cleaner that is safe for painted wheels.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Land Rover Defender blackout?

A Defender blackout is paint work that turns the bright and silver parts of the car black, so the whole car reads as one dark shape. On this Defender we painted the wheels and side steps black and the brake calipers blue.

How much does a Defender blackout cost in Dubai?

Blackout packages at Apex start from AED 6,500 before 5% VAT, depending on which parts you choose. Painting all four rims is AED 4,000 and a single painted part is about AED 750, both before VAT.

Is a blackout painted or wrapped?

At Apex a blackout is paint work. The parts are painted black in our studio, not covered with vinyl.

Which parts can be blacked out on a Defender?

On this car we painted the wheels and the side steps black and the calipers blue. Owners can choose any combination of parts, and we quote for the parts you pick.

Which colour calipers suit a blacked-out Defender?

That is up to the owner. This owner chose blue, so the calipers are the one bright detail on an all-black car. Red, yellow and body-coloured calipers are also popular.

Where is Apex Detail Studio?

We are at 6A Street, Al Quoz Industrial 3, Dubai, open every day except Friday. We can collect and drop off your car anywhere in Dubai.

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