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The “fun factor” of driving this custom D90 isn’t entirely from having the soft-top off in Florida while cruising the beach-line, it’s from shifting through the gears of its 5-speed manual transmission. This D90, called, Project Ranger, delivers a full senses-engaged driving experience with the soft-top off, its manual transmission, and the sound of its Borla Performance exhaust system. Project Ranger is finished in full gloss paint in the color, “Terrain,” a Ford color exclusive to their Raptor model, and is matched with 18-inch Sawtooth alloy wheels in black to compliment the exterior. 
The client already owned this North American Specification (NAS) Defender 90 and sent it to E.C.D. for a full restoration. Knowing the top was going to be off most of the time in Florida, the interior was designed to be more utilitarian than luxury. It’s upholstered in a charcoal-colored, weather-resistant canvas throughout.
Project Ranger Vehicle Specifications
Model – Custom NAS Land Rover Defender 90 Soft-top
Engine – 6.2L LS3 V8 engine with 430-horsepower
Transmission – 5-speed manual transmission
Exhaust – Borla Performance exhaust
Exterior
Paint Color – Terrain in a full gloss finish
Wheels – 18” Sawtooth alloys in gloss black
Tires – BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A
Front Bumper – ARB front bumper
Winch – Warn Industries
Grille – Classic mesh grille
Additional – Steering guard in black; Full-length checkered side steps; Full checker pack; KBX wing-tops; Automatic headlights
Interior
Front Seats – Exmoor Elite
Load-area Seats – Removable bench pads
Upholstery Material – Weather-resistant Canvas
Upholstery Color – Charcoal
Dash – Classic Puma dash with waterproof canvas on the top sections
Steering Wheel – Startech LR leather steering wheel
Gauges – Moal Bomber gauges in red & black
Door handles – CNC machined aluminum
Electronics & Audio
Radio – Sony infotainment
Speakers – JL Audio 8-speaker amplified sound system with a subwoofer
Additional – Wireless charger for mobile devices; USB ports
