Defender engine
The stock-specification engine is completely refurbished for the vehicle—not merely serviced and not replaced with an unchecked used engine.MELO OWNERSHIP
One year of mechanical and electrical coverage.
Every MELO Defender and Fiat 500 includes a one-year limited warranty. Coverage applies to the drivetrain, electrical systems and other named mechanical components. Wear items, routine maintenance and cosmetics are not included.
THE MELO MECHANICAL STANDARD
Not just checked. Completely refurbished.
The engine and transmission work is included in the vehicle price. The goal is to preserve the simple, stock character of each classic while renewing the mechanical foundation for real use.
Defender transmission & driveline
The transmission and transfer case are completely refurbished. Axles, prop shafts, differentials and related driveline components are inspected, serviced and renewed as required for delivery.Fiat 500 engine
The stock-specification air-cooled engine is completely refurbished while preserving the compact, period-correct character of the original car.Fiat 500 transmission & final drive
The transmission is completely refurbished, and the clutch, final-drive and related components are recommissioned to the same delivery standard.Supporting systems
Fuel, ignition, charging, starting, cooling where applicable, braking, steering and electrical systems are inspected and corrected before sign-off.Road test & record
Every finished vehicle is road-tested, function-checked and documented. The build sheet, service record and written warranty travel with the vehicle.THE WRITTEN WARRANTY
One year on every car. Exact systems in writing.
The one-year term applies to every MELO vehicle. Because classic vehicles vary by donor, model, year and final specification, the written warranty identifies the exact covered drivetrain, electrical and other mechanical components for the completed car.
One-year term
Every MELO vehicle includes one year of limited warranty coverage beginning at delivery.
Drivetrain
Covered drivetrain components include the refurbished engine and transmission, plus the transfer case or final drive where applicable, as identified in the written warranty.
Electrical systems
Covered vehicle electrical systems and components are identified by name in the written warranty.
Other mechanical systems
Any additional covered mechanical components, parts-and-labor responsibilities and repair limits are stated in the written warranty.
How to request service
The written process explains who to contact, what authorization is required and how an approved repair is handled.
What is not covered
Routine maintenance, wear items and consumables are not covered. Cosmetic items—including paint, upholstery, trim and appearance finishes—are also excluded.
PLAIN ANSWERS
What “completely refurbished” means here.
Is the engine represented as new?
No. These are classic vehicles. MELO preserves a stock-specification engine and completely refurbishes it; it is not described as a brand-new modern crate engine.
Is engine or transmission refurbishment an option?
No. It is part of the standard MELO build and included in the vehicle price. An automatic-transmission conversion, when selected, remains a separately priced option.
What is excluded?
Wear items, consumables, routine maintenance and cosmetic items are not covered. That includes appearance-related paint, upholstery, trim and finishes.
Does this page replace the warranty?
No. This page summarizes the one-year limited warranty. The vehicle-specific written warranty, Buyers Guide and signed purchase documents identify the covered components, repair process and controlling terms.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Review the covered systems in writing.
Tell us which Defender or Fiat 500 you are considering. We will explain the mechanical specification and provide the one-year limited warranty documents for review before purchase.