KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 9,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ECD Auto Design (NASDAQ:
ECDA), the world's largest Land Rover and Jaguar restoration
company known for its custom luxury builds, including bespoke
Defenders, Range Rovers and E-Types, takes to the ski slopes with
Project Catamount. The Defender 110 model was built for year-round
coast to coast adventures including taking on the snowcapped
mountains of the Northwest.
Project Catamount takes on its newest
adventure as it plows through the snowy ski slopes in Snoqualmie Pass, Washington.
Like many ECD vehicles, Project Catamount was built to take on
diverse driving conditions, while doing it in style. With features
such as a front winch; rear tow package; LED rear work lights;
front HELLA 500 series round spotlights; and roof, ski and bike
rack this one-of-a-kind Defender has easily taken on its newest
adventure as it plows through the snowy ski slopes of The Summit at
Snoqualmie in Snoqualmie Pass, Washington.
The new vehicle was built on a classic Defender 110 frame and
has all the style of the vintage build with all the comforts and
extras of a modern vehicle. Powered by a robust Chevrolet LT1 V8
engine and coupled with an 8-Speed automatic transmission, it can
take on diverse terrains with ease. The ECD air ride suspension
provides a comfortable ride wherever this vehicle goes.
"We absolutely love it when we get to see one of our vehicles
test their versatility, said Scott
Wallace, CEO of ECD Auto Design. "Our trucks are made
durable and have the power to take on the most difficult terrains
and are a thrill to take off the beaten path."
Beyond functionality, this vehicle is not shy in styling.
Painted in a beautiful Arles Blue full gloss paint with silver
accents from its full set of checkers, fender air intakes and
Optimill handles and hinges. Stepping inside the vehicle, the
interior is both luxurious and functional. The beautiful
Garret Cadence Spice leather seats
are accented with horizontal stitching, pulling together a classy
invitation to sit in style while enjoying all the comforts of this
build. The load area boasts 4 inward facing jump seats allowing for
seating or hauling more gear. The cluster boasts vintage gauges for
the feel of the classic ride, while the cargo area is customized
with beautiful English oak flooring with teak stain. The vehicle is
truly a classy and comfortable ride.
Although Project Catamount is a classic, it is also packed with
all the modern amenities to enhance the driving experience. The
Alpine audio system with touchscreen, CarPlay and Bluetooth is
complimented with Infinity Kappa speakers and a mid-seat mounted
subwoofer. It is ready to power mobile devices and tablets with 4
USB outlets and a wireless charger on the center console.
Convenience such as remote start, 110 V outlets, power windows,
remote locking, and alarm, wi-fi and automatic headlights bring the
classic to modern luxury.
Project Catamount has plenty of safety features as well
including a 6-point full external roll cage, back-up camera and
sensor, digital rear view mirror and tire pressure monitoring
system sensors.
"This vehicle is equipped to take its owner(s) on some great
adventures, whether it is climbing the ski slopes or trekking
across country" continued Wallace. "We can't wait to see where it
ends up next."
For those that would like to dream from the comfort of their own
home, ECD has recently launched a new state of the art vehicle
configurator where users can design their dream vehicle from any
computer, tablet, or phone. This is just another step in our
forward-thinking process as we continue to deliver industry-leading
solutions. Check out our new vehicle configurator here.
For more information on how to build your own Land Rover
Defender – 90, 110, 130 or Series IIA, Range Rover Classic or
Jaguar E-Type, please visit ecdautodesign.com.
Project Catamount Vehicle Specifications and Images
High-resolution images and video are HERE.
Model — Defender 110
Engine — GM 6.2L LT1 455 HP, V8 engine
Transmission — 8 Speed Automatic
Axles — Heavy Duty - Stock
Suspension — ECD Air Ride
Brakes — Alcon DA270/DA2704
Exhaust — Stock, Left Side, Single Exit
Fuel Tank - Extended
Exterior
Paint Color — Arles Blue
Roof — Chawton White
Hinges – Optimill Silver Metal
Door Handles – Optimill Silver Metal
Wheels — 16" Wolf in Chawton White
Tires — BF Goodrich All Terrain, White Letters Out
Grille — Mesh with Oval Vintage Land Rover Emblem
Bumper — Classic with DRL's and Winch
Rear Bumper – NAS with Tow Package
Roll Cage – 6-Point Full External
Additional Features — 2 LED Work Lights on Each Side of Rear Gate,
4 HELLA 500 Series Round Spotlights with Black Grille/Covers, Swing
Away Wheel Carrier, Roof Rack, Custom Fabbri-Gringo Ski Rack and 2
Bike Rack Attachment Painted Body Color, Hi-Lift Heavy Duty Jack,
Ladder
Interior
Seat Layout — 2+3+4
Front Seats — Puma Classic, Heated, Wrapped in Cadence Spice Leather
Middle Row Seats – 60/40, Wrapped in Cadence Spice Leather
Load Area Seats — 4 Inward-Facing Jump Seats, Wrapped in
Cadence Spice Leather
Leather — Garrett Cadence Spice and
Cadence Licorice
Seat Design — Horizontal Stitch
Dash – Puma Wrapped in Cadence Licorice Leather
Steering Wheel — Evander Wood
Wheel
Gauges — Vintage
Carpet — Black
Cargo Area – Custom English Oak (Teak Stain) Flooring
Audio & Electronics
Infotainment — Alpine Touchscreen Stereo System
Sound System — Infinity Kappa with subwoofer mounted under
mid seat.
Additional Features — 4 USB ports, wireless charger, backup
camera and sensor, automatic headlights, Bluetooth, CarPlay, remote
start, 110 V Outlet, Power Windows, Blind Spot Assistant, Tire
Pressure Monitoring System, Digital Rear View Mirror
About ECD Auto Design
ECD, a public company trading under ECDA on the Nasdaq, is a
creator of restored luxury vehicles that combines classic English
beauty with modern performance. Currently, ECD restores Land Rovers
Defenders, Land Rover Series IIA, the Range Rover Classic and the
Jaguar E-Type. Each vehicle produced by ECD 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 Automotive Service Excellence ("ASE")
craftsmen. The company was founded in 2013 by three British "gear
heads' whose passion for classic vehicles is the driving force
behind exceptionally high standards for quality, custom luxury
vehicles. ECD's global headquarters, known as the "Rover Dome," is
a 100,000-square-foot facility located in Kissimmee, Florida that is home to 90 talented
craftsmen and technicians, who hold a combined 61 ASE and five
master level certifications. ECD has an affiliated 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. For
more information, visit www.ecdautodesign.com.
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