KISSIMMEE, FL – May 30, 2019 – E.C.D. Automotive Design is known for consistently building high-end luxury Defenders, each one fully restored from the ground up. Their most recently delivered vehicle is a stunningly bold Defender 90 Convertible. Visually, the British icon looks every bit luxurious. Underneath, this Defender 90 is fully built for rugged off-road adventures with plenty of power.
Its project name chosen by the client, Project Desert Storm, is well-suited. The exterior of this Defender 90 convertible is finished in classic Corris Grey Metallic and is paired with Kahn Mondial Retro wheels and a 2-inch lift for a slightly aggressive look. The Chevy LS3 V8 engine under the hood produces 430-horsepower, making this Defender 90 Convertible incredibly thrilling to drive.
The interior of Project Desert Storm is more reminiscent of a modern sports car than the original British classic. The two-tone leather interior in Berkshire Scarlet Red and black leather is absolutely stunning. From inside the cabin, it doesn’t seem much at all like an off-road vehicle, as there are plenty of modern comforts such as in-vehicle WiFi, a wireless charging pad for mobile devices, USB ports, premium JL Audio sound system, and a custom black Momo Prototipo steering wheel with Scarlet Red stitching to match the leather.
1080P YouTube video for Project Desert Storm is here
Additional high-resolution images are here
Project Desert Storm showcase on the E.C.D. website is here
Project Desert Storm Vehicle Specifications
Model — Custom Defender 90 Convertible
Engine — 6.2L LS3 V8 engine with 430-horsepower
Transmission — 6-speed automatic
Suspension — 2” lift suspension
Exterior
Paint Color — Corris Grey Metallic in a full gloss finish
Powder-coat Color — Red (suspension coils, calipers, radius arms, differential cover)
Wheels — 20” Kahn Mondial Retro wheels
Tires — BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A
Grille — Mesh grille in Black
Bumper — Tubular A-bar Winch bumper
Winch — Warn Industries VR12 winch
Roll Cage — Safety Devices D90 Convertible roll cage
Additional — Full-length side steps in black; KBX wing tops in black; Steering guard; Light guards; Swing-away wheel carrier; Four LED spotlights
Interior
Front Seats — Puma
Load-area Seats — Four inward-facing jump seats
Leather Color — Berkshire Scarlet Red and Super-soft Black
Stitch Pattern — Square
Stitch Color — Scarlet Red
Headliner Material — Black Suede
Door Handles — Silver metal
Steering Whee — Momo Prototipo in Black with Scarlet Red stitching
Gauges — V8 Red Steelie Series gauges
Lighting — LED interior lighting; Puddle lighting
Audio & Electronics
Radio — Sony infotainment for Sirius XM
Speakers — JL Audio amplified sound system with a subwoofer
Additional — Back-up camera; Wireless charging for mobile devices; Automatic headlights; Power locks; Power windows; In-vehicle WiFi; USB ports in the front and rear; Remote entry
About E.C.D. Automotive Design
E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.) is an award-winning creator of prestigious, high-end luxury vehicles that combines classic English beauty with innovation and modern luxury. Each vehicle produced by E.C.D. is the true epitome of unique; a one-off that is fully designed by the client through our immersive “Luxury Design Experience” and hand-built from the ground up in 2,200 hours by our master-certified ASE craftsmen. The company was founded in 2013 by three British “petrol heads” whose passion for classic vehicles is the driving force behind our exceptionally high standards for quality, custom luxury vehicles. Global headquarters, known as the “Rover Dome,” is a 35,000 square-foot facility located in Kissimmee, Florida that produces 40 vehicles annually and is home to 52 of the most talented employees. E.C.D. Automotive Design has a second design studio located in Malibu, California.
