Arkonik Defender Restoration Process

[@akal7885]

some consider this a Land Rover , and some consider a Memorabilia. this is a piece of British Iconic Restoration well done you guys "ARKONIK"

[@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

[@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

[@nilangakumara3974]

Defender is a vehicle we love as much as we love our life in Sri Lanka. Defender is our dream vehicle. But unfortunately for us it was just a dream. I offer my heartfelt thanks for showing the whole world this vehicle that you are designing in the country. Ones again thank you.good luck.

[@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 👍

[@harshadabdullah9584]

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

[@bushtrash2286]

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

[@TheRebelOne.]

So good to see Arkonic revive and restore the Iconic Land Rover Defender. Superior stunning restorations. 👍

[@deanaaron2860]

instablaster...

[@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

[@D.N.A.23]

£ 200.000

[@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.

[@howardtowler6146]

So true for myself as well.

[@scottbasham62]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@iannair86]

Grew up with Defenders, love them to bits

[@70svd]

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

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@berastagicity1769]

Wow.... How much does it cost?

[@gerardmitchell1279]

What size engine went back in.?? lovely build by the way...oh to dream

[@henrynyanswi2132]

Congratulations, do you have branches in Tanzania East Africa?

[@brucedevilbiss3279]

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

[@delfososa4981]

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

[@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

[@denniskoech1634]

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

[@audreymugwe4430]

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

[@davidandrew3481]

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

[@ceegee8432]

Very beautiful ride!! Betcha it handles nice off-road!?

[@abdinoordolal9848]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@nickaquitania1434]

Do you do conversions to Electric Vehicles for the Defender?

[@Cyberbobxxxx]

My 1999 td5 90 gives a consistent 32 mpg . It’s got 108000 miles and is completely standard. Must be something up with the td5 you tested.👍

[@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

[@giovanniarenella5848]

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

[@eversanchez7871]

Beautiful and powerful Land Rover!

[@whateverrandomnumber]

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

[@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.

[@michaelhauhnar9508]

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

[@xpresstv7689]

Howmuch is the pricetag on that beauty??

[@markmapp6634]

the defender 90 in the VT has it been lowered?

[@yuraymarstewart]

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

[@weldmachine]

Maybe you could build one yourself ?

[@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?

[@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 ....

[@roykambona8627]

Hey guys, your work is awesome. Please have a restoration office in Kenya. Thank me later.

[@davidrussell8689]

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

[@beatsnbeards3798]

That’s a beauty, great job!

[@guzulukonyi9316]

How much would it cost to restore my 2010 defender puma , repaint and new interior

[@aaronharris5275]

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

[@FlipMore]

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

[@Harry_Alves]

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

[@ondrejskribuckij6352]

Can I ask you where did you buy monitor for this version of defender?

[@ferassaad3360]

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

[@alphazar]

Are you from New Zealand?

[@Fosgen]

Beautiful, my favourite car ever designed and built.

[@yahyasaad624]

What is the cost in dollars after modification?

[@bernardbarbour]

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

[@melia3059]

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

[@EsBeeQue]

Can we buy one of them defenders in the UK?

[@martingithui3480]

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

[@TusiimeSamson]

Does anyone has any idea how much such an overhaul would cost?

[@sofiasaif57]

Can you tell me the price of the black one please , Im from Morocco can you send it to morocco ?

[@gueyeadama5388]

I have a defender 2002 series 90 how much to restore it??? I live in Africa

[@SuperLitherland]

what do the insides of those old chassis look like ? a rusty mess probably

[@Knife1437]

Apparently they use chemical baths to get rid of all the paint then another bath to remove all the rust then a gal bath.

[@cameronalexander359]

Originally dipped in brine at the factory before painting 😆

[@tomvarcoe3100]

Good point , least a new chassis that's then dipped is protected inside

[@rohtakhr12aale38]

How much money pay for this

[@stec2138]

What price is full restoration

[@gkh50]

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

[@HITLER-PRO-MAX]

We need all the episodes step by step

[@sirflexxx]

Do they come in Right hand drive 🤔?🤔

[@LRT4x4]

Tyres 265/75/16?

[@jamesdenny4734]

@airgunsofarizona say I missed it.... who won this vehicle ?

[@shofwanmuis]

You guys must to visit Lembang, Indonesia.

[@abentley911]

How much roughly are these once all done nice work place 👍

[@dziemiankopiotr]

what is the price of this kind of restoration??

[@teejay]

Do you also build electric Defenders?

[@judsonkumar6258]

Hey, Where will I get the old Defender

[@cojuk7]

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

[@onursuslu6295]

hello. are you selling? what are their prices?

[@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

[@jessbryllefhelbienestrojed213]

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

[@davidBagandanswa]

Hi, I recently purchased an old Defender 90 and would like to purchase parts from your company for the restoration process. how can I reach your and team and possibly work with them through the restoration process.

[@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

[@brandleeshadden5913]

That’s very impressive. Great job.

[@thealibi1826]

What's the cost of these restorations?

[@terjelund6231]

Godt nytt år,hilsen Nina

[@tonychen3613]

super wonderful process to rebuild such unique car...

[@happydude5446]

Can I buy in Canada?

[@christiphermeadows5348]

What a beautiful job....👍🇬🇧

[@ماجكموزجوني]

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

[@serkanbolat4321]

Hi. How much do you sell this 90.

[@ekowquansah1168]

How much for such restoration

[@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

[@Shanetangybits]

What was the date on that calendar at 5.56?

[@wietsswanepoel5252]

How much oil does these piss out?

[@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

[@ThembileMjoli]

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

[@DanyT77]

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

[@ferrari_guy3570]

Those are beautiful!

[@MaxeeOffroadRC]

Excellent my friend. Greate job.👍

[@sheikhsufyan]

Please can we have some more videos of your restoration.

[@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