E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company famed for its one-of-one deluxe builds, ranging from classic Defenders to vintage Jaguar E-Types, today reveals a pair of outwardly identical, yet still completely unique convertible Defender 90s. Titled Project 67 and Project Flamingo, the soft top Defenders are powered with robust LS3 engines and are perfect for road trips with the whole family.
“These trucks were designed by a pair of best friends side by side, and while the same base model, engine and paint color mean the Defenders look similar at first glance, the wildly different interiors showcase the wide range of options our clients can choose to make their dream one-of-one truck,” said Co-Founder of E.C.D. Scott Wallace. “Project 67 leans into the old-school feel of Defenders with black All American Tradition gauges, while Project Flamingo has a modern audio system that would satisfy even the pickiest of road trip DJs.”
From the outside, the utterly bespoke vintage Land Rover Defender 90s are nearly indistinguishable – from the 16″ black deep dish wheels with matching lug nuts underneath to the four LED spotlights on top of the roll cage. The sporting eggshell Keswick green exteriors are complimented with older Defenders’ black canvas roofs, the ideal background for family photos at any destination. Additional features the restored Defenders have in common include Borla Sport exhaust with one pipe on each side, 6-speed automatic transmission and EBC fast brakes.
However, the similarities end there. Every E.C.D. custom Defender is an exclusive build that can never be replicated by another client. Project 67’s MOMO PROTOTIPO steering wheel and seats are wrapped in Cadence Moon Rock leather, while Project Flamingo is outfitted with Cadence Lentil seats and Nardi Challenge steering wheel. In the back, each LS3 Defender has ample space for friends and extended family to tag along on the next expedition. Project Flamingo’s load area holds one bench and two jump seats while Project 67 features two inward facing benches. A 110 V outlet, three USB ports, Kenwood eXcelon touchscreen and JBL speakers ensure entertaining rides in Project 67. Modern tech updates in Project Flamingo include a Kenwood eXcelon radio with Bluetooth, a JL sound system and CarPlay.
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Project 67
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Model — Defender 90
Engine — GM LS3
Transmission — 6-Speed Automatic
Axles — Stock
Suspension — E.C.D. Air Ride
Brakes — EBC Fast Brakes
Exhaust — Borla Sport Dual Exhaust with one pipe on each side
Exterior
Paint Color — Keswick Green in Eggshell Finish
Soft Top — Black Canvas
Wheels — 16″ deep dish in black with black lug nuts
Tires — BF Goodrich All Terrain
Grille — Mesh
Bumper — Classic with daylight running lights and brush guard
Additional Features — 4 LED round spotlights, soft top multi point roll cage, Warn winch
Interior
Seat Layout — 2+4
Front Seats — Exmoor Modular Trim, Heated and Ventilated
Load Area Seats — 2 Inward Facing Benches
Leather Color — Cadence Moon Rock
Seat Design — Horizontal Single Stitch
Dash – Puma wrapped in Cadence Moon Rock Leather
Carpet — Black
Steering Wheel — MOMO PROTOTIPO wrapped in Cadence Moon Rock leather
Gauges — All American Tradition
Additional Features — Rear air conditioning
Audio & Electronics
Infotainment — Touchscreen Kenwood eXcelon
Sound System — JL Audio speakers and JBL subwoofer
Additional Features — Wireless charger, 3 USB ports, 110 V outlet, back-up camera, blind spot assistance
Project Flamingo
High-resolution images and video are here.
Model — Defender 90
Engine — GM LS3
Transmission — 6-Speed Automatic
Axles — Stock
Suspension — E.C.D. Air Ride
Brakes — EBC Fast Brakes
Exhaust — Borla Sport Dual Exhaust with one pipe on each side
Exterior
Paint Color — Keswick Green in Eggshell Finish
Soft Top — Black Canvas
Wheels — 16″ deep dish in black with black lug nuts
Tires — BF Goodrich All Terrain
Grille — Classic
Bumper — Classic with daylight running lights and brush guard
Additional Features — 4 LED round spotlights, soft top multi point roll cage
Interior
Seat Layout — 2+4
Front Seats — Exmoor Modular Trim, Heated and Ventilated
Load Area Seats — 1 Inward Facing Bench and 2 Inward Facing Jump Seats
Leather Color — Cadence Lentil
Seat Design — Horizontal Single Stitch
Dash – Puma wrapped in Cadence Lentil Leather
Carpet — Black
Steering Wheel — Nardi Challenge wrapped in Cadence Lentil leather
Gauges — All American Tradition
Additional Features — Cupholders
Audio & Electronics
Infotainment — Touchscreen Kenwood eXcelon
Sound System — JL Audio speakers and subwoofer
Additional Features — CarPlay, Bluetooth, 3 USB ports, back-up camera, blind spot assistance
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About E.C.D. Automotive Design
E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.) is a creator of restored luxury vehicles that combines classic English beauty with modern performance. Each vehicle produced by E.C.D. is fully bespoke, a one-off that is designed by the client through an immersive luxury design experience and hand-built from the ground up in 2,200 hours by 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 exceptionally high standards for quality, custom luxury vehicles. E.C.D.’s global headquarters, known as the ”Rover Dome,” is a 100,000-square-foot facility located in Kissimmee, Fla. that is home to 63 talented craftsmen and technicians, who hold a combined 61 ASE and five master level certifications. E.C.D. has a logistics center in the U.K. where its seven employees work to source and transport 25-year-old work vehicles back to the U.S. for restoration.
