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1990 Land Rover Defender D90 by Arkonik Hardtop 200Tdi Diesel Bespoke

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Location: Portland, Oregon, United States
Make: Land Rover
Model: Defender
SubModel: D90
Type: SUV
Trim: Arkonik
Year: 1990
Mileage: 899
VIN: 00000000000000000
Color: Orange
Engine size: 200 TDI
Number of cylinders: 4
Power options: Air Conditioning
Fuel: Diesel
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: 4WD
Interior color: Black
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear

1990 Land Rover Defender Arkonik Description

Land Rover Defender 90 Station Wagon
Fullyre-imaginedby Legendary Specialist Arkonik
VIN #SALLDVAF8HA700178
This is a very special vehicle that is built to astandardmuch higherthanwhen it originallycame offthe assembly line at Solihull. The Defender is one of the most iconic vehicles ever built, with a huge following of hardcore enthusiasts. These vehicles are known throughout the world for the amazing off-road and utilitarian capabilities.Unfortunately,in theUS,you were only able to get one from 94-98. They were brought to the US to expand the model line and highlight the new Discovery. They were imported in very limited quantities, and only with the gasoline engine.
Arkonik is known throughout the world as the authority in Defenders. They are the only ones to preserve the originality of how they were built, so they can legallybroughtto the US. What you get is a completely legally, imported vehicle that is brand new by all standards. They start with a donor vehicle with matching number engine and chassis It is then completely rebuilt down to every last nut and bolt. Most all the body is replaced with new, including the bulkhead. The engine and drive-trainisfully rebuilt and blueprinted. The chassis is fully restored, WaOyld for rust protection, and then treated with Raptor finish bed liner to make it resilient to all of the elements. The entire electrical system is redone, including new, upgraded gauges. The suspension of this Defender 90 has a Terrafirma 2 upgrade for thelargerKahn 1983 wheels and BFG all terrain tires.
The engine is a 200 TDI turbocharged diesel engine, considered in Land Rover circles as the best one built. It is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and locking transfer case. It has great torque and smooth running power. All new internals and upgrades are done. Blueprint machining, plus brand new turbo and complete exhaust system. These engines run very well in all conditions. The locking transfer case will get you up any mountain you want to climb.
The interior is completely bespoke, with fine leather, suede headliner, and Mercedes carpet. Custom Momo steering wheel, locking center console complete the look. The door panels are leather covered, with all alloy handles andpulls. The leather quilted diamond seats are heated. Another great upgrade over the original is the modern Air Conditioning system. This D90 has an upgraded custom sound system as well.
The exterioris finishis painted to show car standards. This Arkonik has custom paint, Adventure Edition Metallic Orange. There is not another one like it. The body is completely redone with upgrades like the raised Puma hood in contrasting black. It is loaded with LEDlighting,and full roof rack. On the front is a 1200lb Warn winch with synthetic rope, mounted on anoff-roadbumper. The rear bumper is all redone with an extending step. The extra bits on the outside are provided by KBX, removing all the plastic cheap bits withhigh-qualityanodized alloy. Black Fire and Ice side steps are installed for protection and ease getting in and out.
If you know Defenders at all, you can see all the amazing details built into this Arkonik D90.Currentlythere is an 18-24 month wait to get an Arkonik. This is a rare opportunity to get one now. This vehicle is titled inOregon,and has a6 monthwarranty against defects. Below is a list of all the attributes and details for this Arkonik Defender D90.
Panels/Treatments and chassis enhancement:
Bumper replaced with new
Wingsreplaced with new
Grillereplaced with new
Bonnetreplaced with new
Bulkheadreplaced with new
Windscreenreplaced with new
Doorsreplaced with new
Seatboxreplaced with new
Floorsreplaced with new and upgraded to thicker aluminum
Upgraded TD5 rear door
All new body tub panels
All re-used metal work taken back to bare metal
Rear cross memberreplaced with new
Chassis WaxOyl'd internally
ChassisRaptoredfinish externally
AxlesRaptoredfinish
Undercarriage ACF treatment prior to shipment
Engine/Running gear and mechanical upgrades:
Turboreplaced with new
Cylinder head reconditioned
Bottom end recondition
Intercoolersreplaced with new
Rad packsreplaced with new
Radiator frames upgraded to aluminum
Gearbox fully rebuilt
Transfer box fully rebuilt
Steering boxreplaced with new
Axles fully rebuilt
Drive Shaftsreplaced with new
Exhaust systemreplaced with new
All new heater components
All braking componentsreplaced with new
Braided brake lines
Suspension components new andRaptoredfinish
Accessories,Electronicsand Trim:
Headlinersreplaced with new
Glassreplaced with new
Upgraded TIM dials
LED indicators
Upgraded blade fuses
Standard sound system upgraded
Locksreplaced with new
Steering column switchesreplaced with new
Door cardsreplaced with new
Additional gaskets and processes to minimize water intrusion
Chassis
Chassisshot blastedback to bare metal
Chassis DA's (dualactionsanded)
Chassis sprayed internally withWaxOyl
Chassis sprayed externally with Epoxy primer (2 coats)
Chassis sprayed externally withRaptorcoat (3 coats)
This gives us a better than new platform to start work on
Mechanicals
New suspension package installed (as standard we install cellular dynamic suspension to soak up lumps and bumps much better than a brand new Defender)
New bearing and bushings
New steering (we also upgrade tocollapsible steeringcolumns for your safety)
New breaking package (Overengineered to stopyoutruck fully loaded with a 3 and a half ton trailer on the back)
New fuel lines/brakelines (copper lines withbraided hoses)
New exhaust and manifold
Anything I've missed in this list is replaced with new!
Engines is stripped down to a bare block, pressure tested, re-bored and all internals replaced for new
Transmission is fully stripped then fully refurbished
Axles are fully reconditioned
We have to have originality and authenticity of these components in order to comply with CBP / DOT / NHSTA etc.
Exterior
Easier to tell you what isn't replaced... The roof is reconditioned... That's about it.
New doors (we install soundproofing in between the door skin and door card to ensure aquietride)
New and upgraded TD5 rear door
A/B/C pillars replaced for new and WaxOyled internally
Bulkhead replaced for new and WaxOyled internally
New wings
Newside panels
New bonnet
New hinges
We buy our hinges, like the majority of parts, direct from Land Rover. The hinges we buy are not to Arkonik standard, so we have to fill and sand them back prior to paint application... It's the small bits that count
Lights are upgraded to LED for longevity
Anything I've missed in this list is replaced for new!
Interior
Nothing on the inside is kept. All is replaced for new, albeit the dash has to be of original styling.
Please call for details or questions, keep in mind this is a new Arkonik, not an old Defender that was brought to the US. Built by professionals that live and breath Defenders.
Call 503 819 9007 Matt or Josh 503 475 8078
Here at Avant-Garde Collection, each vehicle is carefully selected, inspected and then professionally presented.
We are not about high volume; we are about high quality and special cars.
We are true automobile enthusiasts and it shows. We offerfinancingthrough various banks and credit unions, even on most vintage and exotics.
Call or email us today to set up a time to visit and perhaps take home a very special vehicle.
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Josh 503-475-8078 Matt 503-819-9007

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