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
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.
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.
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.
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 👍
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!
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.
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!!!
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.
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
some consider this a Land Rover , and some consider a Memorabilia. this is a piece of British Iconic Restoration well done you guys "ARKONIK"
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
OMG !! I used to live in somerset UK, wellington, now living in Arizona, Somerset UK I will never forget, nice drone footage btw.
What a beautiful vehicle. Congrats to whoever wins it looks like an awesome ride.
So good to see Arkonic revive and restore the Iconic Land Rover Defender. Superior stunning restorations. 👍
instablaster...
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!
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.
Bayley Anderson oo
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.
So true for myself as well.
WOOOOOW, HOW I WISH IT WERE IN KENYA, LOVE THIS LOVE ORIGINALITY
Look up Parts Direct. They do this in Kenya
I lived in Kenya last year, so many Defenders !
@@justuskyalo6111 where though
If we could have such kind of expertise, there are thousands vehicles of early 80s and 70s scattered around in homesteads and shopping center.
Grew up with Defenders, love them to bits
All I can say is WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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.
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 👍
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!
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.
awesome. Love seeing these "cottage" industry renovators turning out these Landies.
One of my dreams vehicle.. still dreams to have one.. may my dreams come true at some point
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
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my good wishes man, may your dream come true and own a brand new 2020 land rover defender 110
@@SridharNag I'm not sure he wants the new one. I'd trade it for a restored old one for sure
You guys are incredible. I wish I had the money 👍🏽
Wonderful piece of kit. Just wish they were more approachable cost wise in the USA versus the UK. Nice work and thanks for sharing.
Dear Lord Jesus, I pray that you may bless me with this beautiful Defender. 90 or 110. They are all strikingly beautiful. Amen.
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!!!
Please don't stop doing the good job, we have dreams to acquire one someday
I need this so so much,this is my dream defender since childhood
If ARKONIK WAS IN TANZANIA 🇹🇿 YOU GUYS COULD BE MILLIONAIRES, PEOPLE PRAISES THESE CARS
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.
Beautiful and powerful Land Rover!
Powerful is something a Defender normally isn't... 🤣 It's torquey though.
Very nice work brother... I really really love that car!!!
Wow, love what you all do. Fantastic work. Cheers!
I love defenders. wish you guys could do a full restoration video. like a step by step video.
You are very good !!!
You can see that you work with passion and love... what a Defender would cost
That’s very impressive. Great job.
England queen , take a look , you deserve a one , you did a great job!
This is awesome! I would love to own one of these if my budget permitted! 🤩
Maybe you could build one yourself ?
ES MARAVILLOSO LO KE HACEN CON ESOS Vehículos!!! Saludos desde Argentina Patagonia.
That’s a beauty, great job!
Thank ARKONIC to Revive e Restore Icone Clasic of Land Rover...🙏🇹🇱🤝
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
I want one of them 👏🏻 nice job
Follower from Iraq 🇮🇶
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.
00:14 beautiful defender, I wish I had the money to buy one of these!
how much it cost ?? u know that?
Beautiful, my favourite car ever designed and built.
This is why I love defenders! Shame they don’t come in my price range 😬
Wow wow wow wow. I'm speacheless. This remind me The CAR Shop garage in London. Big up boys
I’m no expert in this area but your set up looks very profesional indeed. Good video too !
How much for a renovation like this?
May just buy a new one, that renovation is gonna cost you a arm and a leg
£ 200.000
They should never have stopped production. ....
Not their fault fucking governments regulations
@@temsbab1565 explain please
@@beunhaasrudi Landrover didnt want to stop building the defender it didnt meet the governments standards for safety emmisions etc
@@temsbab1565 didn't know that thanks
@@beunhaasrudi no problem mate
6:36 iconic calendar in the background.
This is the proper garage we all want to see.
I offended. Women not objects.
@@Shanetangybits lol!!
Shanetangybits simp
super wonderful process to rebuild such unique car...
WOAAAW!!!!!.....Really perfect!!!....
Defender is the best truck in off roading
If you earn around 60K a year in UK and your friends have older Toyota or Mitsubishi with winch then yes, yes it is.
When they don't brake down
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 ....
Those are beautiful!
Godt nytt år,hilsen Nina
Amazing. Very very nice looking defenders.
That is good Luke new guys good job
If I want to work with you guys
Excellent my friend. Greate job.👍
Really really very good job
Easy and comprehensive work ... thanks .
Nice job and restoration. I wouldn't swap one for my t4 caravelle pop top camper though!
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
What beautiful vehicle. Good job, boys!
WOW awesome very fine craftsmanship.
Thanks for you , Really very nice
What a beautiful job....👍🇬🇧
Man, I would love to win one of these. I love defenders way too much. I'm in Kenya.
Brian Ratanya keep up with the mindset and some day maybe you’ll have the chance to get one
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.
Need to know more about export procedures, Can you do it to Dubai
My heavenly father, please bless me with one of this. I can only dream of this
Wish I can own one...especially for south african rural areas....for me and my family ❤❤❤❤❤
amazing work
Excellent job boys!! Well done!
Fabulous job.
We've just started manufacturing bulkheads for a guy in Sussex, I'm the welder!
i love these great job guys. You guys are killing it!
Good job 👍🏼
Absolutely beautiful... I would love to own a Defender ! But out of my price range. 😞... But I can keep dreaming !
You can buy a cheap defender, you know ?
Well, not as cheap as a Smart but they don't necesserely cost 50k
Will be buying one of this beauties preferably a V8 diesel very very soon before next Xmas
What is the price?
Amazing work guys, stunning machine that ! I knew I should have bought a 90 and not the lr2
Awesome. Better than buying new vehicles❤
Hey guys, your work is awesome. Please have a restoration office in Kenya. Thank me later.
amigo excelente su trabajo de restauracion con esas leyendas todo terreno
Wish you guys sold part...my girl is all the way in Jamaica...300tdi...engine in great condition...she needs a spruce up
Wow, will you be selling her anytime soon?
Defender reatoration good job
Very beautiful ride!! Betcha it handles nice off-road!?
I❤️ Project Defender Gurkha looks Superb 👍
Good job👍👍👍
Amazing mister
Wow, Great Job
❤️, awesome built ,
All the best sir.
#absolutely #awesome #hardwork in #style
You're doing a great job, congratulations..I like it so much 👍 regards from Costa Rica
VERY VERY GOOD. NICE VIDEO ........... 10+++
I wish they would do this here in Kenya..I really want this..
i wish i was that lucky winner -Watching from Zambia
The best restoration
Good job guys. Love your work
Wow....
How much does it cost?
like it as much as a G wagon it looks great
Wow, noice jimny ;)
Awesome!
Wow I really admire your works guys, keep it up
Suzuki j 24 b
i hope well have such car experts in kenya soon
at 4:41 that reflection, would look an awesome paint combo.