Arkonik Defender Restoration Process

As part of our promotional giveaway of an Arkonik Defender 90, we took a tour of the Arkonik restoration facility in the beautiful Somerset, United Kingdom. This video showcases the amazing process they take to turn a run-down, end-of-life vehicle and restore it piece by piece, nut-by-bolt to a level far superior than factory new! For more information on this fine company, be sure to follow the links below.
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[@jebsails2837]

Glad that someone has stepped into this market. Always loved their look, even on this side of the pond. Blown away by the makeover Edd and Mike did on Defender 90 "farm mud plugger" turning it into a would be Chelsea tractor. North East USA

[@bushtrash2286]

OMG !! I used to live in somerset UK, wellington, now living in Arizona, Somerset UK I will never forget, nice drone footage btw.

[@scottbasham62]

What a beautiful vehicle. Congrats to whoever wins it looks like an awesome ride.

[@stevemaloney7305]

Iconic car and well beyond my reach. Should've bought one back in the day... But could say that about lots of things I guess!

[@bayleyanderson9848]

Steve Maloney if you’re in the UK, look out on the Brightwells site. They have online auctions of ex military defenders for good prices in both good and bad condition. I’ve just bought 2 with under 50k miles in stunning condition so I would definitely check it out if you are still in the market.

[@alexmurray1987]

Bayley Anderson oo

[@dct124]

They aren't beyond your reach. Just need to find one that hasn't rusted in a dry climate. Most of the work can be done with a screwdriver and socket set. Restoring one takes time and a lot of sand paper. Between the Defender, G-Wagon and Wrangler early models they are pretty easy to work on just with a basic tool kit.

[@collinsmwadime3695]

WOOOOOW, HOW I WISH IT WERE IN KENYA, LOVE THIS LOVE ORIGINALITY

[@justuskyalo6111]

Look up Parts Direct. They do this in Kenya

[@elconde1986]

I lived in Kenya last year, so many Defenders !

[@rasmwas7602]

@@justuskyalo6111 where though

[@manasseskamau5327]

If we could have such kind of expertise, there are thousands vehicles of early 80s and 70s scattered around in homesteads and shopping center.

[@melaninbotswana2474]

Really love the old defender in my opinion it's better than the new one reminds me of jeep wrangler how do you improve it if not only ruining it

[@delfososa4981]

ES MARAVILLOSO LO KE HACEN CON ESOS Vehículos!!! Saludos desde Argentina Patagonia.

[@sonnyrivera498]

WoW! My dream car since I was a child, had the chance to climb in one that looked a bit like this one, I think it was Beluga Black D-90. I would put a pop up camper on top and live out of this Iconic Beast for a year if I had a chance at owning one... Best 4x4 By Far!!!

[@brucedevilbiss3279]

All I can say is WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@weldmachine]

I first thought this was 1 guy rebuilding a Land Rover. But it's actually a company doing the work. Not to bad of business to be involved with. At least the people working on the build will be familiar with what they are doing. Interesting video to watch. Thanks for bringing us along. Peter 👍

[@D4LM4R]

You guys are incredible. I wish I had the money 👍🏽

[@eversanchez7871]

Beautiful and powerful Land Rover!

[@whateverrandomnumber]

Powerful is something a Defender normally isn't... 🤣 It's torquey though.

[@marpass8763]

Even if I am Italian and I live in Italy, I love Somerset and I love LR Defender too. I lived and studied for some months in Bath, lovely place ! In 1998 in Somerset i saw a dark green LR Def 90 white top and I said to myself: "one day, if I'll buy one, it will be exactly like that". Long last 3 month ago I bought a completely restored and original November 2010 Def 2.4 Td with only 40.000 (certified maintenance, certified miles and warranty ). I like very much Defender of this movie too, but I prefer to have an original one just like they were used to produce in the factory, nothing more. I do love British cars ! I own a Jag coupe as well and I am really happy with these two british "icons" that Italians in general appreciate too.

[@giovanniarenella5848]

You are very good !!! You can see that you work with passion and love... what a Defender would cost

[@gkh50]

awesome. Love seeing these "cottage" industry renovators turning out these Landies.

[@robertschmidt9584]

Wonderful piece of kit. Just wish they were more approachable cost wise in the USA versus the UK. Nice work and thanks for sharing.

[@bekindalways7998]

One of my dreams vehicle.. still dreams to have one.. may my dreams come true at some point

[@timfrolov7891]

Actually I found one in France for 5000€... And it looks ok. So I guess if you have a small budget for repairs it will do

[@MrPurandar]

👍

[@SridharNag]

my good wishes man, may your dream come true and own a brand new 2020 land rover defender 110

[@timfrolov7891]

@@SridharNag I'm not sure he wants the new one. I'd trade it for a restored old one for sure

[@felixcat9318]

What a pleasure to see superb design, artistry and craftsmanship transform these vehicles into the gorgeous, highly desirable gems we see in the video. It is as you say, better than new!

[@harshadabdullah9584]

Need to know more about export procedures, Can you do it to Dubai

[@michaelhauhnar9508]

I need this so so much,this is my dream defender since childhood

[@kingstebit6977]

How much for a renovation like this?

[@angelmunoz3462]

May just buy a new one, that renovation is gonna cost you a arm and a leg

[@berastagicity1769]

Wow.... How much does it cost?

[@Fosgen]

Beautiful, my favourite car ever designed and built.

[@uksunny]

I'M RUNNING A LD D3 2004, I'd love a vehicle like this sadly its only a dream; what a beautiful restoration. Great work guys.

[@abdinoordolal9848]

Please don't stop doing the good job, we have dreams to acquire one someday

[@bernardbarbour]

Wow, love what you all do. Fantastic work. Cheers!

[@Harry_Alves]

Thank ARKONIC to Revive e Restore Icone Clasic of Land Rover...🙏🇹🇱🤝

[@audreymugwe4430]

Dear Lord Jesus, I pray that you may bless me with this beautiful Defender. 90 or 110. They are all strikingly beautiful. Amen.

[@yuraymarstewart]

This is awesome! I would love to own one of these if my budget permitted! 🤩

[@weldmachine]

Maybe you could build one yourself ?

[@beatsnbeards3798]

That’s a beauty, great job!

[@denniskoech1634]

I love defenders. wish you guys could do a full restoration video. like a step by step video.

[@davidandrew3481]

If ARKONIK WAS IN TANZANIA 🇹🇿 YOU GUYS COULD BE MILLIONAIRES, PEOPLE PRAISES THESE CARS

[@jessbryllefhelbienestrojed213]

Very nice work brother... I really really love that car!!!

[@tonychen3613]

super wonderful process to rebuild such unique car...

[@danhenry8557]

WOW awesome very fine craftsmanship.

[@aammarar891]

Easy and comprehensive work ... thanks .

[@ThembileMjoli]

Wish I can own one...especially for south african rural areas....for me and my family ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Bugoutvehiclesuk]

Amazing. Very very nice looking defenders.

[@matthewkwesi4523]

That is good Luke new guys good job

[@matthewkwesi4523]

If I want to work with you guys

[@melia3059]

I want one of them 👏🏻 nice job Follower from Iraq 🇮🇶

[@davidrussell8689]

I’m no expert in this area but your set up looks very profesional indeed. Good video too !

[@orrgazmo]

6:36 iconic calendar in the background.

[@Mistabushi]

This is the proper garage we all want to see.

[@Shanetangybits]

I offended. Women not objects.

[@adamcurtis83]

@@Shanetangybits lol!!

[@Billy_Prohens]

Shanetangybits simp

[@markanthony4655]

Old Defenders are now becoming like old classic aircraft. Most don't die, they get totally rebuilt. The Defender/ Series Land Rovers are now the road equivalents of Spitfires, Hurricanes and P-51's at being restored.

[@DanyT77]

WOAAAW!!!!!.....Really perfect!!!....

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Thanks for you , Really very nice

[@aaronharris5275]

Nice job and restoration. I wouldn't swap one for my t4 caravelle pop top camper though!

[@ferrari_guy3570]

Those are beautiful!

[@2233golf2]

They should never have stopped production. ....

[@temsbab1565]

Not their fault fucking governments regulations

[@beunhaasrudi]

@@temsbab1565 explain please

[@temsbab1565]

@@beunhaasrudi Landrover didnt want to stop building the defender it didnt meet the governments standards for safety emmisions etc

[@beunhaasrudi]

@@temsbab1565 didn't know that thanks

[@temsbab1565]

@@beunhaasrudi no problem mate

[@myroadtours6147]

Nice work. My only issue is the company on the hood instead of the iconic "Defender" name badging.

[@MadazzaMusik]

Yes Definitely needs the old badge on the front

[@ferassaad3360]

England queen , take a look , you deserve a one , you did a great job!

[@rcg5317]

What beautiful vehicle. Good job, boys!

[@hernanlopez9786]

amigo excelente su trabajo de restauracion con esas leyendas todo terreno

[@flameout12345]

What about the maintenance? Also just a suggestion for your website. The sold vehicles should be grayed out, since it'll be easier to browse for ideas and colors.

[@ruben_glz-fr8sb]

Defender is the best truck in off roading

[@Mistabushi]

If you earn around 60K a year in UK and your friends have older Toyota or Mitsubishi with winch then yes, yes it is.

[@kingquadking6075]

When they don't brake down

[@ratanyaNtarangwi]

Man, I would love to win one of these. I love defenders way too much. I'm in Kenya.

[@Billy_Prohens]

Brian Ratanya keep up with the mindset and some day maybe you’ll have the chance to get one

[@duncanmburu6032]

I also want one too and soon enough I will get one. There's so many defenders in Kenya so it's not a a hard job finding one.

[@ماجكموزجوني]

Wow wow wow wow. I'm speacheless. This remind me The CAR Shop garage in London. Big up boys

[@cojuk7]

This is why I love defenders! Shame they don’t come in my price range 😬

[@christiphermeadows5348]

What a beautiful job....👍🇬🇧

[@fabien677]

Wow amazing

[@Bravesdarrell8552]

Absolutely beautiful... I would love to own a Defender ! But out of my price range. 😞... But I can keep dreaming !

[@timfrolov7891]

You can buy a cheap defender, you know ? Well, not as cheap as a Smart but they don't necesserely cost 50k

[@gilphilip3780]

amazing work

[@aqilqureshi7589]

Really really very good job

[@martingithui3480]

I wish they would do this here in Kenya..I really want this..

[@SumerianExplorer]

Awesome

[@osamaelhawat2766]

Fabulous job.

[@serawitzadig1799]

awesome awesome and more awesome ... I hope you had a branch in Ethiopia so that we can have the defenders defending the mountains and valleys ....

[@masterrhino9106]

#absolutely #awesome #hardwork in #style

[@mr.mintoutou]

00:14 beautiful defender, I wish I had the money to buy one of these!

[@blackr6salah925]

how much it cost ?? u know that?

[@70svd]

Wow very nice indeed. I love it. Just wondering how much would something like that 90 costs?

[@harrytehobbycorner3089]

Excellent job boys!! Well done!

[@bobbygurung7362]

I❤️ Project Defender Gurkha looks Superb 👍

[@claudinebarnaby6132]

Wish you guys sold part...my girl is all the way in Jamaica...300tdi...engine in great condition...she needs a spruce up

[@jayl8994]

Wow, will you be selling her anytime soon?

[@golfgtioz]

Amazing work guys, stunning machine that ! I knew I should have bought a 90 and not the lr2

[@abhu1420]

Good job 👍🏼

[@cj6434]

What a smart setup you got , none find where i stay .. (guaranteed) , very smart 90 you bought back to life , surely my dream as it looks ; ) btw im in CT ,South Africa

[@keelaihassan]

Awesome. Better than buying new vehicles❤

[@ujangnuryadinata4093]

Good jobs...

[@terjelund6231]

Godt nytt år,hilsen Nina

[@geritransdermalpatch8499]

Amazing mister

[@kijaniband1278]

Awesome!

[@edwardkaranja6674]

i hope well have such car experts in kenya soon

[@РафилРафил]

Respect !!

[@josecortez4811]

cool. saludos desde Mexico

[@chumadoshi6987]

Will be buying one of this beauties preferably a V8 diesel very very soon before next Xmas

[@max5314]

What is the price?

[@dan-cz2sk]

You're doing a great job, congratulations..I like it so much 👍 regards from Costa Rica

[@drisshajjami160]

très belle restauration.

[@Harry_Alves]

Good day Sir, that's My Dream Car...🙏🇹🇱👍

[@ericgitau]

outstanding

[@strawman3059]

We've just started manufacturing bulkheads for a guy in Sussex, I'm the welder!

[@PubuduHarischandra]

Wow, Great Job

[@cesargomez3216]

Muy buen trabajo!

[@Msleelee9487]

like it as much as a G wagon it looks great

[@youreonlyadream]

i love these great job guys. You guys are killing it!

[@deltanovember1672]

Beautiful.

[@DOUBLEPLATINE]

Beautiful.!les anglais sont biens ils ne jettent pas les voitures ils les rénovent a le perfection!

[@Harry_Alves]

Good Day Sir, that"s My Dream Car...🙏🇹🇱🤝

[@asepsetyawan9022]

Good job👍👍👍

[@mazavaroo5959]

❤️, awesome built ,

[@12FASTPRO]

VERY VERY GOOD. NICE VIDEO ........... 10+++

[@eltoq8407]

Leather on the dashboard and armrest looked not so good to be honest. At least not right for the price.

[@simonRTJ]

thought the same

[@cautilligab]

Same here

[@guilhermesilvamito]

O carro mais lindo do mundo .