Vehicle Description
In the automotive community, the word "ultimate" gets thrown around
quite a bit. Ultimate pro-tourers... Ultimate sports cars...
Ultimate street rods... But perhaps no niche owns the word better
than the off-roading crowd. "Ultimate" is certainly a fitting
descriptor for this incredible Land Rover Defender! Maxing out a
fantastic restoration with some of the most hardcore trail elements
in existence, this 110 would be right at home shuttling the queen
to emergency tea time during the global apocalypse. Fortunately for
our purposes, and the sake of continued human existence, it's also
an exceedingly neat classic that's sure to turn heads wherever it
goes!
AWARD-WINNING RESTORATION
The story of classic Land Rovers is much akin to the stories of
classic Jeeps and Land Cruisers: it can be hard to find one that
hasn't been driven hard and parked in the elements for most of its
life. That means when you do find the rare example, like this
choice Defender, it's always best to drum up a professional,
ground-up restoration. This 110's well documented reboot, perfected
by UK Land Rover specialists Arkonik, looks great dressed in a
formal coat of Santorini Black two-stage. That rich Rover pigment
has been accented with a roster of hand-picked details. And today,
this truck rolls as an award-winning classic that's tough on the
trail and brash on the boulevard!
Speaking of tough, a massive First Four skid plate stands guard
under a buff Warn Zeon 12-S winch that centers Spydura Synthetic
Rope in a glossy Air-Con Extended Tubular Bumper. Those A Bar-style
tubes, finished with bright LEDs and swivel recovery eyes, bend
around upgraded torches, which align with a silver-trimmed KBX
grille and color-keyed KBX headlight finishers. An armored hood
tilts KBX Hi-Force Wing Top intakes ahead of a dark-tint greenhouse
that's capped with a full Front Runner rack. That rack, lined with
a Front Runner ladder and LED lighting, complements a boxy profile
that's thoughtfully detailed with LED markers, silver hinges and
brilliant blue emblems. That timeless fuselage centers 'fire and
ice' style side steps between short flaps, tasteful flares and
armored rockers. And at the back of the truck, a sturdy NAS step
frames bright LEDs and a full-size, swing-away spare tire that's
wrapped in a stylish Arkonik cover.
ROVER POWERED ROVER
Most serious rigs employ some form of serious power, and this 110
is no exception. Simply dubbed the Rover V8, the truck's 3.5 liter,
all-aluminum mill, originally a GM design, is both utilitarian and
efficient. For the sake of reliability, modifications remain minor,
with a 4-barrel Weber and lightweight Edelbrock Performer intake
joining a polished air cleaner, Ferroflex plug wires and a modern
AC compressor. Power flows through a proven LT85 5-speed to
requisite, lever-controlled four-wheel-drive. That drivetrain hangs
in a Britpart Cellular Dynamic Suspension, which plays well with
lucid power steering. Stops are provided by power-assisted discs
and drums. Exhaust flows through tubular manifolds to mild steel
pipes, a Britpart muffler and a polished tip. And at the corners of
the floor, attractive Kahn Design 1983 wheels twist 265/65R18 BF
Goodrich All-Terrain T/As.
SURPRISINGLY OPULENT
When you step up to this level, SUVs are all about combining the
best elements of comfort and utility. That's why it's so refreshing
to hop in the cab of this purposeful but nicely appointed Land
Rover. The stars of the show are five linen threaded leather
buckets that offer switch-activated heat for the front passengers.
Opposite those high-back thrones, a monochromatic dash hangs
restored factory telemetry between cool air conditioning, a Quartz
Clock and a sophisticated Alpine audio system. That dash flows into
leather door panels, which reflect dressed shifters and a locking
console in a full suite of anodized hardware. The driver rules the
trail through a stylish Evander steering wheel. And choice LED
lighting puts the icing on the cake.
Ultimate trail walker, or ultimate cruiser that's guaranteed to
start a conversation? We'll let you decide, but either way there's
no arguing the appeal of Land Rover's quintessential off-roading
creation. Well-built and ready to conquer the world, it's a cool
and equally exclusive collectible. So, what are you waiting for?
Step in and step up to the big leagues!
HIGHLIGHTS
Award-winning Land Rover Defender that's benefitted from a
professional, ground-up restoration
Restored and modified by industry renowned Land Rover specialists
Arkonik
3.5 liter Rover V8
LT85 5-speed manual transmission
4x4 drivetrain with solid axles front and rear
Modern air conditioning
Power steering
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
Britpart Cellular Dynamic Suspension
Leather interior with five high-back bucket seats
Modern audio system
18-inch Kahn Design 1983 wheels with BF Goodrich All-Terrain
tires
Land Rover Santorini Black paint
Arkonik Sales Invoice and Certificate of Approval
Service records
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can ship your new classic anywhere in the world
