1990 Land Rover Arkonik Defender 90

Bespoke Arkonik craftsmanship, 4.6L V8 power, and pure single-cab attitude.

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Redwood City, CA
6,751 miles
Listed on Aug 17, 2026

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VIN
SALLDHAV8HA458525
Mileage
6,751 miles
Location
Redwood City, CA
Total owners
N/A
Title status
Clean
Body
SUV
Engine
4.6L V8
Transmission
5 Speed Manual
Drivetrain
4WD/4x4
Exterior color
Java Black
Interior color
Black
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Built from the ground up by Somerset-based Land Rover specialists Arkonik, this 1990 Defender 90 Single-Cab Pickup—dubbed "Alpha"—strikes a deliberate balance between utilitarian lines and modernized mechanicals. Fitted with a 4.6-liter fuel-injected V8, a custom Raptor-coated exterior cage, and a fully bespoke leather interior, this is a clean, low-mileage execution of the classic English workhorse configured specifically for North American roads.

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While the single-cab, short-bed profile pays direct homage to traditional British agricultural spec, the underpinnings of "Alpha" are built for modern usability. In place of the low-output original engine, Arkonik fitted a 4.6-liter Rover V8 retrofitted with a Holley Sniper EFI system, pairing old-school V8 rumble with reliable cold starts and consistent throttle response. Power is delivered through a traditional 5-speed manual gearbox and heavy-duty four-wheel-drive system. Showing approximately 6,500 miles since the completion of its frame-off build, the truck retains crisp, well-sorted mechanical feedback across all controls. • 4.6L V8 Engine with Holley Sniper Electronic Fuel Injection • 5-Speed Manual Transmission & Transfer Case • Warn 12,000 lb Heavy-Duty Winch • Heavy-Duty Defender A-Frame Nudge Bar • Raised Hood & Tailgate Badging Exterior & Equipment Finished in classic Java Black, the truck features a full exterior-mounted, Raptor-coated cage and integrated roof rack carrying four 6-inch Lightforce LED spotlights. Broadened "Wideboy" wheel arches house 33-inch BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tires wrapped around black steel modular wheels with beadlocks, giving the short-wheelbase truck an aggressive, functional stance. • 33" BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain Tires • Black Steel Modular Wheels with Beadlocks • Raptor-Coated Custom Cage & Integrated Roof Rack • Four 6-inch Lightforce LED Spotlights • Fire & Ice Side Steps & Wideboy Fender Flares Interior & Ergonomics Inside, Arkonik replaced the spartan factory cabin with a targeted suite of high-grade materials. The driver and passenger sit in modular sport seats finished in fine black leather with contrasting white stitching, matched by a suede headliner and custom leather-stitched shift gaiter. The center console is anchored by a lockable Elite storage box, while a modern upgraded audio unit provides modern Bluetooth connectivity without disturbing the retro layout. • Custom Black Leather Modular Seating with White Stitching • Black Suede Headliner • Elite Lockable Center Console • Brushed Aluminum Gear Knobs & Leather Gaiter • Upgraded Audio System with Bluetooth Integration Condition & Provenance The truck presents in excellent, low-use condition throughout, reflecting light weekend driving since its arrival from the UK. Body panels, paint finish, and powder-coated brightwork remain uniform, with minor, standard operational wear consistent with post-restoration mileage. It is accompanied by clean California title documentation and clear VIN identification.

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