[{"id": 7304142, "authorName": "mdgrier", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdgrier/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by mdgrier", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637090091, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7304277, "authorName": "Porscheman81", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/porscheman81/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "can you say death trap", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637090679, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7304316, "authorName": "Buddog123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buddog123/", "bidAmount": 50000, "content": "$50,000 bid placed by Buddog123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637090812, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7304806, "authorName": "Ssiderman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssiderman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does AC work?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637092669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7305587, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ssiderman yes the A/C blows cold and everything is in working order. The a/c was crucial in the Texas summer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637095227, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7305617, "authorName": "gtaylor815", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtaylor815/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you have never seen an Arkonik in person, they are works of art. I\u2019m fortunate to live in SC and I\u2019ve seen quite a few in Charleston. Congrats to whoever ends up with this beauty.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637095431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7305750, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A pair of videos have been added to the listing by @Risip350.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637096167, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7306833, "authorName": "Cold_surfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cold_surfer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very well finished, and LHD. Buyer will get a superrover. Curious why a big shifter if its 6speed auto - Is that to replace the box selector lockout ? Why an electric fan under the truck - is it waterproof? Also, are there swaybar disconnects available for better articulation ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637101416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7308490, "authorName": "mdgrier", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdgrier/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What model dash / gauges is in this one?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637119439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309090, "authorName": "rbrindle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbrindle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Risip350 I have the same question as Cold-surfer - what is the fan under the truck for, and does it affect water fording capability? Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637153559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309140, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 55500, "content": "$55,500 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637155051, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7309182, "authorName": "BrokeJoke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brokejoke/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like the trans cooler. Whoever buys this thing probably isn't going to be fording water that high anyhow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637155921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309251, "authorName": "Buddog123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buddog123/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by Buddog123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637156911, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7309356, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cold_surfer the 89 defender only came in a manual and the long shifter is there to mimic that. I will reach out to arkonik To ask about the fan and the swaybar disconnects.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637158407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309469, "authorName": "61vet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/61vet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great job going with larger LS engine. So many people do LS swaps and use the 5.3. Not terrible just go all the way do it right! Glwta!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637159956, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309684, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 85500, "content": "$85,500 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637162529, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7309716, "authorName": "Cold_surfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cold_surfer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Many new to rovers wont know the original 3.5/3.9/4.2 all aluminum block rover used came from a former GM pontiac plant in the UK and the bellhousing of those motors line up with a SBC pattern. So using an all-aluminum heads/block LS3 fits into the body more balanced and naturally than any other motor. They have gone with a very strong suit on this swapping in the latest LS GM SBC powerhouse motor.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637162857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7309767, "authorName": "ionyota", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ionyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@61vet, the 5.3 is more than enough for these trucks\u2026plus you don\u2019t have to run premium fuel in the 5.3. It\u2019s a top tier daily driver engine IMO. Plus you can mod the hell of that engine if you really feel like you need more torque/power. \n\nNothing wrong with going bigger, but the advantages are lost on me in this type of vehicle. Not too often that I\u2019ve been concerned about my 0 to 60 time in a Defender. Have you ever gone 100mph in Defender? I have, one time (with my 5.3)\u2026it\u2019s not something that instills confidence given these trucks are all tin cans\u2026even with a proper cage, which I had. \n\nAwesome truck here, and my comments are not meant to discount it. I\u2019d drive the hell out of this thing and enjoy every moment of it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1637163468, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7310097, "authorName": "Strsk482", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/strsk482/", "bidAmount": 87000, "content": "$87,000 bid placed by Strsk482", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637167272, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7310146, "authorName": "SLVantage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slvantage/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by SLVantage", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637167895, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7311210, "authorName": "mrjirey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrjirey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. That is a high dollar build.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637177494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7312305, "authorName": "RoverTrophy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovertrophy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice build great color combo. Looking forward to this auction. I love seeing the well appointed ROW trucks rocket above their NAS brothers. It\u2019s happened in just about all the categories and now is Defenders time! GLWTA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637182452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7313344, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 95000, "content": "$95,000 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637186496, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7313539, "authorName": "AussieBenz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aussiebenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cold_surfer Also the same block that Jack Brabham used in his cars, the only driver to have built his cars and won in F1", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637187279, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7322328, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cold_surfer The fan under the car I s a transmission cooler, you wouldn't want to drown it.\r\n\r\nYes, the sway bars could be removed for better articulation, although this would reduce stability in faster on-road performance.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637285107, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7335126, "authorName": "Cklayko", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cklayko/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does anyone know the likelihood of getting this smogged in California? I see the epa document but not sure how that transfers to california", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637522512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7336499, "authorName": "ehaser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ehaser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I always wonder why so many Arkonik owners sell so quickly after their purchase. Disappointment?", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1637530786, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7337892, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We have had this car for 2 years and love it but we need to make room for new things that are coming in.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637558095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7338259, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How does this do on the highway? 65 - 70mph. I can\u2019t quite tell how fast you get up to in your driving video.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637589558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7338266, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What is the height of the vehicle? I\u2019m curious if it will fit under my lifts\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637589651, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7339239, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH where we are in Texas it is mostly highway driving at 70-80 mph and it does great. I just measured it and to the tallest spot of the roof it is 78\u201d.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637603756, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7340113, "authorName": "Basherdb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/basherdb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Didn\u2019t mean to like that comment by ehaser. The opposite actually.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637610402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7340363, "authorName": "candrewqc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/candrewqc/", "bidAmount": 101000, "content": "$101,000 bid placed by candrewqc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637611417, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7341475, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 110000, "content": "$110,000 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637616715, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7343117, "authorName": "E2blaze", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e2blaze/", "bidAmount": 111111, "content": "$111,111 bid placed by E2blaze", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637630212, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7343174, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 120000, "content": "$120,000 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637631028, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7343380, "authorName": "aapgar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aapgar/", "bidAmount": 125000, "content": "$125,000 bid placed by aapgar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637634403, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7344223, "authorName": "LouBear", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/loubear/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ehaser makes a good point. I have noticed the same and I find it odd that you would wait 1-2 years for a very expensive truck only to sell it a year or so later.....They are nice builds though but still ride like Defenders ....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637677569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7344247, "authorName": "candrewqc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/candrewqc/", "bidAmount": 126000, "content": "$126,000 bid placed by candrewqc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637677908, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7344499, "authorName": "fattycharged", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fattycharged/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@LouBear exactly. I'd imagine the new owners realize that a D90 isn't something they actually want to drive around in once you reach a certain age, comfort moves quite high on your list. Beautiful vehicle in the BRG. Well done on the selections owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637681364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7344598, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 132500, "content": "$132,500 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637682817, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7344623, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This truck drives great! My father is in his 60s and would drive it 40 minutes to his office downtown fairly often at highway speeds of 70+ mph. Arkonik really knows what they are doing and have made a true daily driver out of this vintage truck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637683049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7344668, "authorName": "reneisip", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reneisip/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am the owner and unfortunately, I ran out of garage space. Even with our climate controlled warehouse we just have too many cars with a few more coming within the next few months. This Defender took 18 months to build and I upgraded the dash gauges, added power windows and locks as well as willwood brakes. I truly will miss this vehicle.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637683594, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7344722, "authorName": "ferrarifrank3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrarifrank3/", "bidAmount": 133500, "content": "$133,500 bid placed by ferrarifrank3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637684211, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345125, "authorName": "Adameby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adameby/", "bidAmount": 140000, "content": "$140,000 bid placed by Adameby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637688516, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345164, "authorName": "Hektor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hektor/", "bidAmount": 144000, "content": "$144,000 bid placed by Hektor", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637688904, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345331, "authorName": "Adameby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adameby/", "bidAmount": 145000, "content": "$145,000 bid placed by Adameby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637690850, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345496, "authorName": "TheAsianSensation", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theasiansensation/", "bidAmount": 147500, "content": "$147,500 bid placed by TheAsianSensation", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637692729, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7345630, "authorName": "RoverTrophy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovertrophy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The diamond sawtooth wheels look spectacular on the truck. Perfect combo with the racing green and gloss wheel arches. Looks like this one is going to push past our ROW Heritage D90 soft top. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637694008, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7346138, "authorName": "DD_CA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dd_ca/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thats just an incredibly cool car. Always looking through details with the \"well, it was bespoke, and if so I MIGHT have done this differently...\" and then you pull back, drop your beefs and just give a complementary golf clap. well done, neat ride.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637696534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7346641, "authorName": "RLIEFF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlieff/", "bidAmount": 150000, "content": "$150,000 bid placed by RLIEFF", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637699153, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7346921, "authorName": "lestonian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lestonian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone have experience with driving these? Just curious how they handle with the vintage platform and lots of modern tidbits.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637700821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7346958, "authorName": "Renrew777", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/renrew777/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the city not bad, on the highway a bit scary over 60mph. They are not the most reliable rigs longer term. I read the average Arkonik owners net worth is 5mm or more, that make sense.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637701011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347018, "authorName": "reneisip", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reneisip/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lestonian the truck handles well. Although, not like a Ferrari but comparable to the Jeep. No issues doing 80+ mph on the highway.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637701386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347097, "authorName": "Adameby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adameby/", "bidAmount": 151000, "content": "$151,000 bid placed by Adameby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637701772, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347333, "authorName": "arod0427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arod0427/", "bidAmount": 155000, "content": "$155,000 bid placed by arod0427", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702604, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347336, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks very well done ~ Hence the price thus far ;)\r\n\r\nGood luck seller & bidders", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702611, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347345, "authorName": "Adameby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adameby/", "bidAmount": 156000, "content": "$156,000 bid placed by Adameby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702646, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347350, "authorName": "cptkirk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cptkirk/", "bidAmount": 157000, "content": "$157,000 bid placed by cptkirk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702661, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347362, "authorName": "Adameby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adameby/", "bidAmount": 158000, "content": "$158,000 bid placed by Adameby", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702724, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347364, "authorName": "reneisip", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reneisip/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This incredible vehicle will be sold to a new owner today.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1637702727, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347367, "authorName": "Gueikian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gueikian/", "bidAmount": 165000, "content": "$165,000 bid placed by Gueikian", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702741, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347373, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great announcement owner @reneisip", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637702800, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347394, "authorName": "arod0427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arod0427/", "bidAmount": 170000, "content": "$170,000 bid placed by arod0427", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702853, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347416, "authorName": "Gueikian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gueikian/", "bidAmount": 175000, "content": "$175,000 bid placed by Gueikian", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637702944, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347445, "authorName": "arod0427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arod0427/", "bidAmount": 180000, "content": "$180,000 bid placed by arod0427", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637703056, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347470, "authorName": "Gueikian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gueikian/", "bidAmount": 182000, "content": "$182,000 bid placed by Gueikian", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637703169, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7347489, "authorName": "Gueikian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gueikian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 11/23/21 for $182,000 to Gueikian", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637703290, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 7347491, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rarely do you ever get your money back on these Bespoke builds. but the owner was smart in their build decisions The main one being converting to an Automatic for those who don't want the extra work, and using timeless colors. And of course the thrill of an LS in a tin box. Congrats all around.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637703296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347510, "authorName": "Risip350 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/risip350/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to @Gueikian!! Thanks everyone for all the comments and bids.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637703420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347663, "authorName": "Cherryblock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cherryblock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic build and buy. I have an LS3 Arkonik D90 being finished in the next 30 days and the build is essentially the same as this one, although I think I like this spec even more and mine is 220K!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637704045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7347861, "authorName": "ferrarifrank3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrarifrank3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think it sold cheap. Like real cheap", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1637705042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7349094, "authorName": "RoverTrophy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovertrophy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great truck. Congrats to seller, sellers dad and gueikian. Well played. A couple of you were close. I\u2019m building 3 LS3 D90\u2019s with puma dash++ in my CT shop Rover Trophy. #arod0427, #adameby, #cptkirk/ Love to introduce each of you to our craft. 9787601103", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1637714134, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7366133, "authorName": "RoverTrophy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovertrophy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Arod0427- I\u2019ve got a build slot in Feb for a similarly stunning D90 LS3. You can come drive one in CT to understand the beast. Your choices -everything.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1638017590, "type": "comment"}]