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November 14, 2022
classic defender

Classic Defender | Evolution of the Legacy Defender

The classic Defender lineup was launched in 1983 as the replacement for the Land Rover Series. It’s a capable utility vehicle that became known worldwide as a British off-road icon.
September 10, 2020
custom defender 90

Top Specced Custom Defender 90s in ECD History

The mighty D90 has proven itself to be a smaller but equally capable edition of the Land Rover Defender. Often chosen as a replacement daily-driver for modern-day luxury SUVS, the
September 4, 2020
heritage defender

Heritage Defender | Time Honored Defender Styles

The Land Rover Defender rides high on the laurels of its rich heritage. Enthusiasts not only love the Defenders for their utility and history but there is also a heap
September 1, 2020
Defender 110 Rowdy

Top Summer 2020 Defender Builds

Over the years, we’ve had an amazing range of custom Defenders delivered from the Rover Dome. Some more along the lines of custom luxury SUV, some built to remain true
August 31, 2020

CarBuzz: This Land Rover Defender Is Powered By Tesla

ECD Automotive produces some of the world's best Land Rover Defender models, most of which come powered by a 6.2-liter Chevrolet V8 engine. The company sometimes steps just outside of the box
August 31, 2020

Hotcars: Electric Classics, ECD Put The Guts Of A Tesla In A Defender

Electric cars are not just becoming the future, thanks to companies like Electric Classic Cars, they're becoming the past as well, and they've teamed up with Land Rover specialists ECD
August 31, 2020

Mens Gear: E.CD. Automotive Design & Electric Classic Cars

Therefore, E.C.D. Automotive Design and Electric Classic Cars are tuning this SUV with rugged capabilities. Features such as anti-lock brakes, downhill assist, traction control, and the works. Battery capacity should be around
August 22, 2020
restomod defender

How ECD Became the Kings of USA Defender Restomods

“Success is never achieved in your comfort zone,” says Tom Humble, the original founder of E.C.D. It is this sentiment that has fueled E.C.D. into the brand it is today.
August 18, 2020
electric defender in usa

E.C.D. Partners with Electric Classic Cars to Build First Tesla-Powered Electric Defender in U.S.

August 18, 2020 – Kissimmee, FLA. –  E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the country’s leading specialist for restored custom Defenders and classic Land Rovers, announces its partnership with U.K. auto leader
August 16, 2020
range rover classic

How ECD Restores a Range Rover Classic into a Custom Luxury SUV

Building in the U.S. market from 1971 to 1981, the Range Rover Classic has always been a “for anything” vehicle but with touches of subtle luxury compared to other family
August 11, 2020
Custom Land Rover Defender 110

V8 vs Electric Defender for Your Luxury Custom SUV

In May, E.C.D. announced its latest Tesla Direct Drive Motor option for its range of Luxury Custom SUVs. Since the announcement, the support and excitement have been evident, but fans
August 6, 2020
defneder 110 canada

Custom Defender 110 with Panoramic Roof Headed to Canada

Project Windswept, a custom Defender 110 in Havana brown with Zermatt Silver accessories, is a build that represents a few firsts for E.C.D. The fully restored 110 is a build
August 2, 2020
restored defender

How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive Design was started in 2013 by a trio of car-enthusiasts and has since grown into a 30,000 square foot facility with over 50 employees. Their suite of automotive
July 31, 2020
land rover defender 110

Custom Land Rover Defender Packs Corvette V-8 and Picnic Supplies

We love it when East Coast Defender (E.C.D.) shows off a new creation. That's because the company's products are generally over-the-top in exactly the sort of way we like. Our
July 23, 2020
ELECTRIC DEFENDER

Luxury Travel Magazine: How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
July 10, 2020
custom defender 110

Top 5 ECD Custom Defender 110, Co-Founder Tom Weighs In

Everyone has a different opinion as to which E.C.D. builds are the best. Lifestyle, color preference, and style play a role in what someone finds suits them best for their
July 10, 2020
Land Rover Defender 110 Custom

ECD’s Aspirations – Quality, Luxury, Customization | Luxury Custom SUV

E.C.D.’s founders are individuals who have had a passion for vehicles since their childhoods. In a moment of perfect passing, they were able to come together and pull their passions
June 29, 2020

Uncrate: ECD Electric Land Rover Defender SUV

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
June 29, 2020
custom defender 110 land rover defender

Most Popular Custom Features From Top Restored Defender Brands

Top Custom Defender Features With over 250 vehicles under our belt, it’s safe to say E.C.D. has picked up on which build features and brands clients and Defender enthusiasts alike
June 21, 2020

How To: Restored Custom Defender Build Done Right

June 19, 2020

E.C.D.’s Top 5 Most Unique Customizations on Our Restored Custom Builds

At E.C.D., we strive to bring creativity, innovation, and individuality to every custom Defender we build. A common saying here at E.C.D. is, “If you can dream it, we can
June 12, 2020
custom defender

Why Restoring a Custom Defender is Difficult

E.C.D. has been building Land Rover Defenders since its inception around 2013. It was only in the last few years that we decided to truly dedicate ourselves to making sure
June 8, 2020
arkonik defender vs ecd

Arkonik Defender vs E.C.D. Land Rover Defenders | The Facts

The Land Rover Defender has been making its way to the United States from premium builders such as ourselves. Over the years, we often have clients who seek to know
June 2, 2020
restored nas defender 110

Car Buzz: This Land Rover Defender 110 Will Make New Defender Buyers Jealous

The all-new Land Rover Defender takes a number of retro styling cues from its ancestor, the iconic Defender 110. But as accomplished and stylish as the new model appears to be, it
June 2, 2020
custom defender 110

Yahoo News: Buy a Tesla-powered electric Defender, but not from Land Rover

East Coast Defenders, now known as E.C.D. Automotive Design, may have changed its name, though its focus on building top-quality Land Rover Defender SUVs has not. The company is still building brilliant
May 31, 2020
custom defender 90

Custom Defender 90, The Agile Lifestyle Defender

If you’re an avid vehicle enthusiast in the market to buy an off-road vehicle that serves more than one purpose, look no further than the Land Rover Defender 90. Not
May 9, 2020
ecd land rover defender 90

The Custom Defender 90 is the Perfect Summer Vehicle

For being the smaller version of its classic Defender model, the Land Rover Custom Defender 90 holds its own as a go-anywhere S.U.V. In fact, its smaller size makes it
May 8, 2020

ECD Automotive Design Releases Limited E.C.D. Ultimate Platinum Cards

For the fourth consecutive year, E.C.D. Automotive Design has released a limited amount of its exclusive E.C.D. Ultimate Platinum Card just in time for Mother's Day. The card was a
May 6, 2020
custom restoration defender

Custom Original Defender Restoration vs Custom Auto Shop

E.C.D. Automotive Design has been around since 2013, and boy have we learned some things. In our drive to be the best custom Land Rover builder in the U.S., the
April 17, 2020
Defender 110 Kingsman

E.C.D. Introduces the Pursuit Collection Starting at $150K

ECD Automotive Design is announcing the launch of our newest line of custom Land Rover Defenders, the Pursuit Collection, being added to the production line at the recently expanded Rover
November 14, 2022
classic defender

Classic Defender | Evolution of the Legacy Defender

The classic Defender lineup was launched in 1983 as the replacement for the Land Rover Series. It’s a capable utility vehicle that became known worldwide as a British off-road icon.
September 10, 2020
custom defender 90

Top Specced Custom Defender 90s in ECD History

The mighty D90 has proven itself to be a smaller but equally capable edition of the Land Rover Defender. Often chosen as a replacement daily-driver for modern-day luxury SUVS, the
September 4, 2020
heritage defender

Heritage Defender | Time Honored Defender Styles

The Land Rover Defender rides high on the laurels of its rich heritage. Enthusiasts not only love the Defenders for their utility and history but there is also a heap
September 1, 2020
Defender 110 Rowdy

Top Summer 2020 Defender Builds

Over the years, we’ve had an amazing range of custom Defenders delivered from the Rover Dome. Some more along the lines of custom luxury SUV, some built to remain true
August 31, 2020

CarBuzz: This Land Rover Defender Is Powered By Tesla

ECD Automotive produces some of the world's best Land Rover Defender models, most of which come powered by a 6.2-liter Chevrolet V8 engine. The company sometimes steps just outside of the box
August 31, 2020

Hotcars: Electric Classics, ECD Put The Guts Of A Tesla In A Defender

Electric cars are not just becoming the future, thanks to companies like Electric Classic Cars, they're becoming the past as well, and they've teamed up with Land Rover specialists ECD
August 31, 2020

Mens Gear: E.CD. Automotive Design & Electric Classic Cars

Therefore, E.C.D. Automotive Design and Electric Classic Cars are tuning this SUV with rugged capabilities. Features such as anti-lock brakes, downhill assist, traction control, and the works. Battery capacity should be around
August 22, 2020
restomod defender

How ECD Became the Kings of USA Defender Restomods

“Success is never achieved in your comfort zone,” says Tom Humble, the original founder of E.C.D. It is this sentiment that has fueled E.C.D. into the brand it is today.
August 18, 2020
electric defender in usa

E.C.D. Partners with Electric Classic Cars to Build First Tesla-Powered Electric Defender in U.S.

August 18, 2020 – Kissimmee, FLA. –  E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the country’s leading specialist for restored custom Defenders and classic Land Rovers, announces its partnership with U.K. auto leader
August 16, 2020
range rover classic

How ECD Restores a Range Rover Classic into a Custom Luxury SUV

Building in the U.S. market from 1971 to 1981, the Range Rover Classic has always been a “for anything” vehicle but with touches of subtle luxury compared to other family
August 11, 2020
Custom Land Rover Defender 110

V8 vs Electric Defender for Your Luxury Custom SUV

In May, E.C.D. announced its latest Tesla Direct Drive Motor option for its range of Luxury Custom SUVs. Since the announcement, the support and excitement have been evident, but fans
August 6, 2020
defneder 110 canada

Custom Defender 110 with Panoramic Roof Headed to Canada

Project Windswept, a custom Defender 110 in Havana brown with Zermatt Silver accessories, is a build that represents a few firsts for E.C.D. The fully restored 110 is a build
August 2, 2020
restored defender

How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive Design was started in 2013 by a trio of car-enthusiasts and has since grown into a 30,000 square foot facility with over 50 employees. Their suite of automotive
July 31, 2020
land rover defender 110

Custom Land Rover Defender Packs Corvette V-8 and Picnic Supplies

We love it when East Coast Defender (E.C.D.) shows off a new creation. That's because the company's products are generally over-the-top in exactly the sort of way we like. Our
July 23, 2020
ELECTRIC DEFENDER

Luxury Travel Magazine: How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
July 10, 2020
custom defender 110

Top 5 ECD Custom Defender 110, Co-Founder Tom Weighs In

Everyone has a different opinion as to which E.C.D. builds are the best. Lifestyle, color preference, and style play a role in what someone finds suits them best for their
July 10, 2020
Land Rover Defender 110 Custom

ECD’s Aspirations – Quality, Luxury, Customization | Luxury Custom SUV

E.C.D.’s founders are individuals who have had a passion for vehicles since their childhoods. In a moment of perfect passing, they were able to come together and pull their passions
June 29, 2020

Uncrate: ECD Electric Land Rover Defender SUV

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
June 29, 2020
custom defender 110 land rover defender

Most Popular Custom Features From Top Restored Defender Brands

Top Custom Defender Features With over 250 vehicles under our belt, it’s safe to say E.C.D. has picked up on which build features and brands clients and Defender enthusiasts alike
June 21, 2020

How To: Restored Custom Defender Build Done Right

June 19, 2020

E.C.D.’s Top 5 Most Unique Customizations on Our Restored Custom Builds

At E.C.D., we strive to bring creativity, innovation, and individuality to every custom Defender we build. A common saying here at E.C.D. is, “If you can dream it, we can
June 12, 2020
custom defender

Why Restoring a Custom Defender is Difficult

E.C.D. has been building Land Rover Defenders since its inception around 2013. It was only in the last few years that we decided to truly dedicate ourselves to making sure
June 8, 2020
arkonik defender vs ecd

Arkonik Defender vs E.C.D. Land Rover Defenders | The Facts

The Land Rover Defender has been making its way to the United States from premium builders such as ourselves. Over the years, we often have clients who seek to know
June 2, 2020
restored nas defender 110

Car Buzz: This Land Rover Defender 110 Will Make New Defender Buyers Jealous

The all-new Land Rover Defender takes a number of retro styling cues from its ancestor, the iconic Defender 110. But as accomplished and stylish as the new model appears to be, it
June 2, 2020
custom defender 110

Yahoo News: Buy a Tesla-powered electric Defender, but not from Land Rover

East Coast Defenders, now known as E.C.D. Automotive Design, may have changed its name, though its focus on building top-quality Land Rover Defender SUVs has not. The company is still building brilliant
May 31, 2020
custom defender 90

Custom Defender 90, The Agile Lifestyle Defender

If you’re an avid vehicle enthusiast in the market to buy an off-road vehicle that serves more than one purpose, look no further than the Land Rover Defender 90. Not
May 9, 2020
ecd land rover defender 90

The Custom Defender 90 is the Perfect Summer Vehicle

For being the smaller version of its classic Defender model, the Land Rover Custom Defender 90 holds its own as a go-anywhere S.U.V. In fact, its smaller size makes it
May 8, 2020

ECD Automotive Design Releases Limited E.C.D. Ultimate Platinum Cards

For the fourth consecutive year, E.C.D. Automotive Design has released a limited amount of its exclusive E.C.D. Ultimate Platinum Card just in time for Mother's Day. The card was a
May 6, 2020
custom restoration defender

Custom Original Defender Restoration vs Custom Auto Shop

E.C.D. Automotive Design has been around since 2013, and boy have we learned some things. In our drive to be the best custom Land Rover builder in the U.S., the
April 17, 2020
Defender 110 Kingsman

E.C.D. Introduces the Pursuit Collection Starting at $150K

ECD Automotive Design is announcing the launch of our newest line of custom Land Rover Defenders, the Pursuit Collection, being added to the production line at the recently expanded Rover
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