Exquisite Land Rover Defender Camper Build - Start to finish - Crafted in Southern Arizona
This video showcases a further collaboration between Sonoran Rovers and designer craftsman Arjuna Steen in Arizona.
Working with a fantastic client in Bend Oregon the brief was to build a vehicle both capable of serious expedition use and a place of sanctuary and comfort.
The project took over a year with the vehicle being torn down and rebuilt by hand in the UK prior to export. What you see here took place over 4 months of intensive work in Canelo Arizona.
We hope you enjoy the video as much as we enjoyed the project.
Big love to Kalin Steen for superb attention to detail in this video.
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I feel this is a woodworking that was placed into a car. Would love a video explaining design decisions and a follow up on what you might do differently.
I gotta say, I watch a lot of builds for overlanding. This by far is one of if not the best I have viewed to date. The cinematography, music and content, superb. Truly inspirational.
@markusw484
9 ай бұрын
Absolutely but the total weight would also be very interesting.
Good grief! Inspired to say the least. The cinematography “had me at hello”. And then, bam! Every. Little. Detail. The craftsmanship had me shaking my head... so, so, so, so good. Love everything about this. Keep it up, keep sharing!!
WE. WANK. MORE. FROM THIS BUILD
And here I am... Building my own Defender Camper with some plywood from the hardware store. This is an incredible build and fascinating to watch!!
It is next level , the best i have seen 👌
And just like that I’m emotionally invested in some random dudes defender. Beautiful craftsmanship and videography!
Excellent job, true handcraft 😊
Are you kidding me?. Outstanding! The craftsmanship is absolutely amazing. I can't say enough about the filmmaker. The cinematography blew me away. Kudos!
This is the vehicle I dream of having one day. Simplicity and functionality without all the electronics and components to break. Great craftsmanship and thought put into this build.
Sorry lat to the part . Beautifully done young man . Happy Trails stay safe and enjoy every minute.
Next Level! Having watched numerous KZread overland builds and having done three myself, this is far superior to anything I’ve seen, by a master of his craft. Absolutely brilliant!
Bruh........the craftsmanship 💯 with the dawn of Ai and automated manufacturing, appreciate your work
........AND THEN he throws his talent to metal working !!...... insanely awesome.....thank you for sharing.....
Bro just made a film about the Range Rover build, what a beautifull video ❤ All the parts of the video are well mounted and what to say about your woodwork…. This is just Amazing man you’re a true artist !! Keep going ❤
Wow - wow! All the comments are true. This is a standout defender. In a sea of similar builds this deserves millions of views.
wow. best conversion on yt
I can’t even change a lightbulb and there’s people that create beauties like this!
This is probably one of the grestest videoes i’ve ever come across on youtube! Thanks for making such a great video! Keep it up
WOW! to everything. The build, the design the end product and of course the cinematography! Thank you Ps - why does this video only have 465 views? Should be millions
Amazing work the next level for sure
One of the absolutely most amazing KZreads I have EVER seen! Stunning craftsmanship. Enchanting music. Captivating images and movement. Not only is the Land rover a piece of art; so was the video! This young man will be very busy (and I trust well compensate).
Wow, very detail hand work bro!
„EVERY DEFECT GETS RESPECT“ (Laura Kampf).Excellent built. Cool car. Love it
Very amazing and probably only an hr from me. Looks like Sonoita... And using local misquite and ash hardwood!! Absolutely amazing perfection!! Loving the sliding exterior kitchen!!
And that son, was the greatest Defender ever built...
@sonoranrovers5747
Жыл бұрын
We think so! Thank you very much!
Perfect 👍👍 LG, Alfred
A true master craftsman. Mind-blowing. I'd love my son to grow up and attain these skills.
wow. my goodness. that isn't craftsmanship, but pure passion and art
WOW. Too bad only 1 thumbs up can be given. Very inspiring, thank you for creating and sharing this piece of art.
NO WORDS MAN…..
Exquisite is the word.
British Defender ? Right hand drive with a British license plate. Without a doubt, one of the finest looking interiors, indeed builds I have seen. Your attention to detail is outstanding.
Nice work mate 🇦🇺
looks exquisite. realy love it. but it is also very heavy
Nice and clean work, Inspired
I don't know why you have few views, but this job is incredible.. I spent a lot of my time to find good Defender customization, this is number 1 for me.. Well done new Leonardo 😉
Stunning crafmanship. Watching this is captivating. I can can smell the wood and the shavings. I will watch this several times more. What a dream
thats beautiful.
Best Defender conversion I’ve seen and the craftsmanship is amazing!
What a wondrous display of craftsmanship. The cabinetry alone had me spellbound, the whole thing is a triumph.
Stunning craftsmanship! But I shudder to think what all that gorgeous wood adds to the gross weight of the Defender. I think I could learn to live with it though as all you really need is a crackling fire, I comfy chair, a nice glass, and a bottle of Buffalo Trace to watch the stars go by.
@sonoranrovers5747
5 күн бұрын
Totally understand the sentiment. The wood itself adds less than 200 lbs. But it's a heavy truck for sure. I'm sure Ray still sits by the fire plenty.
Craftsmanship, no other word for it. And to the highest standard, kudos.
Now this is how you tell a story 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾
Absolutely mega 🙌🔥
Mesmerizing. Thank you for making this video!
Master piece .
wow, just wow 😯
Unbelievable. Congrats to the client and great work by the master craftsman and the video crew (I'm assuming there was at least ONE person helping!). Beautiful.
@sonoranrovers5747
Жыл бұрын
It was nearly all Oso working alone. I got to help a bit towards the end. This guy is an absolute privilege to work with on a project like this.
wow real craftsmanship , that's the dogs danglies
Masterful camera work; editing, transitions, music, all very well done. Craftsmanship is next level. I enjoyed watching.
Looks incredible !
World class craftsmanship and videography.
Wow, Amazing build, fantastic craftmanship and brilliantly edited. Top draw sir.
Beautiful! The perfect build and build video...
Amazing craftsmanship, I wish I could afford this.
WOW that is beautiful.
Wow what a build!
A work of art. Truly awesome.
Outstanding!
Awesome build! Thank you for sharing
This is the best Defender overland build I have seen so far. Great work 👍
Just ... sublime. Chapeau!
Bravo guys! Extraordinary work!
Beautiful!
Really cool! Great build.
Crazy! Loves it! ♥️🤘🏼
This is extraordinary!
Awesome 👍👍
looks amazing!
Beautiful work!
Just amazing. Absolutely outstanding. Thanks so much for sharing
Awesome job, love the slide out! Happy Trails
Beautiful work. Beautiful video. You guys are amazing.
Very nice build …. Very nice indeed … Just read the entire article/show notes … that made we wonder how much such a build did cost, at the end ..?🤔 Greetings from Germany 👋
This is an unreal build! It’s spectacular 👏
Magnificent (next time a Toyota 78 series)
Love it. True craftsmanship. And a stunning end result.
Great job!!!!
cinematic master piece
wow, great workmanship......awesome job 👍
Wow!!! That is certainly the most magnificent LR Compare conversions I have ever seen. The talent and craftsmanship to produce such an exquisite product with the finest materials is simply amazing.
Awesome!!! The best quality handmade furniture ever done for a defender. Im amazed
Wow.. amazing 😍
Absolutely beautiful workmanship
Holy moly, this is amazing, congratulations!
Wow. Just wow.
Unbelievable video. I'm stunned..
Wow lost for words , you are so good.
Awesome details, passion and craftsmanship. Very inspiring, thank you for sharing.
Incredible. Subscribed
Fantastic inspiration for my own build. Exquisite work. Love the use of natural wood
Incredible workmanship and the exquisite planning/design!
Gorgeous landy build. Thanks for sharing
❤❤❤
Amazing ❤
My god, that is amazing work! Awesome fit out
WOW WOW WOW.. BEAUTIFUL WORK🥰🥰🥰
I loved this video, very nice hard camperization
Beautiful work, these cabinets can be removed and installed in the home!