ECD Auto Design Expands Founders’ Designed "Exclusive Inventory" Lineup
ECD Auto Design announces expansion of its Exclusive Inventory program to meet rising demand for high-spec vehicles with immediate availability. The initiative will introduce approximately 20 unique custom vehicles annually, designed by ECD's founders.
The program launches with two Custom Defender 110 builds, both featuring GM LT1 V8 engines (455 HP) with 10-speed automatic transmission, Alcon brakes, ECD Air Ride suspension, and Borla exhaust systems. Project 001 showcases a Keswick Green exterior with Granite leather interior, while Project 002 features a black exterior with matching black interior.
Both vehicles include premium features like Corbeau Trailcat seats, touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay, custom ECD center console, digital rearview mirror, and backup sensors. The expansion aligns with ECD's upcoming retail presence, offering customers immediate access to elite restomods backed by industry-leading warranty.
ECD Auto Design annuncia l'espansione del suo programma di Inventario Esclusivo per soddisfare la crescente domanda di veicoli ad alte prestazioni disponibili immediatamente. L'iniziativa introdurrà circa 20 veicoli personalizzati unici all'anno, progettati dai fondatori di ECD.
Il programma parte con due modelli Custom Defender 110, entrambi dotati di motori GM LT1 V8 (455 HP) con cambio automatico a 10 velocità, freni Alcon, sospensioni ECD Air Ride e sistemi di scarico Borla. Il Progetto 001 presenta un esterno Keswick Green con interni in pelle Granite, mentre il Progetto 002 ha un esterno nero con interni neri coordinati.
Entrambi i veicoli includono caratteristiche premium come sedili Corbeau Trailcat, infotainment con touchscreen e Apple CarPlay, console centrale personalizzata ECD, specchietto retrovisore digitale e sensori di parcheggio. L'espansione è in linea con la prossima presenza al dettaglio di ECD, offrendo ai clienti accesso immediato a restomods di elite supportati da una garanzia leader del settore.
ECD Auto Design anuncia la expansión de su programa de Inventario Exclusivo para satisfacer la creciente demanda de vehículos de altas especificaciones disponibles de inmediato. La iniciativa introducirá aproximadamente 20 vehículos personalizados únicos al año, diseñados por los fundadores de ECD.
El programa se lanza con dos construcciones de Custom Defender 110, ambos con motores GM LT1 V8 (455 HP) y transmisión automática de 10 velocidades, frenos Alcon, suspensión ECD Air Ride y sistemas de escape Borla. El Proyecto 001 presenta un exterior Keswick Green con interior de cuero Granite, mientras que el Proyecto 002 cuenta con un exterior negro y un interior negro a juego.
Ambos vehículos incluyen características premium como asientos Corbeau Trailcat, infotainment con pantalla táctil y Apple CarPlay, consola central personalizada ECD, espejo retrovisor digital y sensores de reversa. La expansión está alineada con la próxima presencia minorista de ECD, ofreciendo a los clientes acceso inmediato a restomods de élite respaldados por una garantía líder en la industria.
ECD Auto Design는 즉시 이용 가능한 고사양 차량에 대한 증가하는 수요를 충족하기 위해 독점 재고 프로그램의 확장을 발표합니다. 이 이니셔티브는 매년 약 20개의 독특한 맞춤형 차량을 소개할 예정이며, 이는 ECD의 창립자들이 설계한 것입니다.
프로그램은 두 대의 Custom Defender 110 모델과 함께 시작되며, 두 차량 모두 GM LT1 V8 엔진(455 HP)과 10단 자동 변속기, Alcon 브레이크, ECD Air Ride 서스펜션 및 Borla 배기 시스템을 갖추고 있습니다. 프로젝트 001은 Keswick Green 외관과 Granite 가죽 내부를 자랑하며, 프로젝트 002는 검은색 외관과 일치하는 검은색 내부를 특징으로 합니다.
두 차량 모두 Corbeau Trailcat 시트, 터치스크린 인포테인먼트 시스템(Apple CarPlay 포함), 맞춤형 ECD 중앙 콘솔, 디지털 후방 거울 및 주차 센서와 같은 프리미엄 기능을 포함하고 있습니다. 이 확장은 ECD의 향후 소매 존재와 일치하며, 고객에게 업계 최고의 보증으로 지원되는 엘리트 레스토모드에 즉시 접근할 수 있는 기회를 제공합니다.
ECD Auto Design annonce l'expansion de son programme d'Inventaire Exclusif pour répondre à la demande croissante de véhicules haut de gamme disponibles immédiatement. L'initiative introduira environ 20 véhicules personnalisés uniques par an, conçus par les fondateurs d'ECD.
Le programme commence avec deux modèles Custom Defender 110, tous deux équipés de moteurs GM LT1 V8 (455 ch) avec une transmission automatique à 10 vitesses, des freins Alcon, une suspension ECD Air Ride et des systèmes d'échappement Borla. Le Projet 001 présente un extérieur Keswick Green avec un intérieur en cuir Granite, tandis que le Projet 002 arbore un extérieur noir avec un intérieur noir assorti.
Les deux véhicules incluent des caractéristiques premium telles que des sièges Corbeau Trailcat, un système d'infodivertissement à écran tactile avec Apple CarPlay, une console centrale ECD personnalisée, un rétroviseur numérique et des capteurs de recul. L'expansion s'inscrit dans la prochaine présence au détail d'ECD, offrant aux clients un accès immédiat à des restomods d'élite soutenus par une garantie de premier plan dans l'industrie.
ECD Auto Design kündigt die Erweiterung seines exklusiven Inventarprogramms an, um der steigenden Nachfrage nach hochspezifizierten Fahrzeugen mit sofortiger Verfügbarkeit gerecht zu werden. Die Initiative wird jährlich etwa 20 einzigartige maßgeschneiderte Fahrzeuge einführen, die von den Gründern von ECD entworfen wurden.
Das Programm startet mit zwei Custom Defender 110 Modellen, die beide mit GM LT1 V8 Motoren (455 PS) und 10-Gang-Automatikgetriebe, Alcon-Bremsen, ECD Air Ride-Federung und Borla-Auspuffanlagen ausgestattet sind. Projekt 001 präsentiert ein Keswick Green Äußeres mit Granit-Leder-Innenausstattung, während Projekt 002 ein schwarzes Äußeres mit passendem schwarzen Innenraum aufweist.
Beide Fahrzeuge sind mit Premium-Funktionen ausgestattet, darunter Corbeau Trailcat-Sitze, Touchscreen-Infotainment mit Apple CarPlay, maßgeschneiderte ECD-Mittelkonsole, digitales Rückspiegel und Parksensoren. Die Erweiterung steht im Einklang mit der bevorstehenden Einzelhandelspräsenz von ECD, die den Kunden sofortigen Zugang zu erstklassigen Restomods bietet, die durch eine branchenführende Garantie abgesichert sind.
- Launch of 20 annual high-spec custom vehicles for immediate purchase
- Integration with upcoming retail presence for direct customer access
- Industry-leading warranty coverage
- High-performance specifications including 455 HP LT1 V8 engine option
- Premium features and modern technology integration
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Insights
The expansion of ECD Auto Design's Exclusive Inventory program marks a significant strategic evolution in the company's business model, with several key implications for investors and market positioning:
Business Model Innovation
- The shift from purely custom builds to maintaining an inventory of 20 premium vehicles annually represents a calculated risk that could accelerate revenue recognition and improve cash flow cycles
- This hybrid approach maintains the exclusivity of their brand while addressing the immediate gratification demands of ultra-high-net-worth clients
- The strategy aligns with their retail expansion plans, potentially reducing customer acquisition costs and improving sales efficiency
Market Positioning & Competitive Advantages
- The program creates a unique value proposition in the luxury restoration market, where wait times typically extend 12-18 months
- By offering immediate availability of highly-specified vehicles, ECD can capture impulse purchases from affluent buyers who might otherwise be deterred by long wait times
- The founder-designed specifications reduce the risk of inventory obsolescence, as these builds reflect deep market understanding and proven design preferences
Operational & Financial Implications
- The inventory program requires significant upfront capital investment, with each custom Defender likely representing
$200,000+ in inventory costs - The strategy could improve operational efficiency by allowing better production planning and resource utilization
- The inclusion of modern technology and premium features (LT1/LT4 engines, Alcon brakes, Air Ride suspension) positions these vehicles as legitimate alternatives to new luxury SUVs, expanding the potential market
While this strategic shift carries inventory risk, it demonstrates ECD's evolution from a custom shop to a more sophisticated luxury vehicle manufacturer. The program's success could significantly impact the company's growth trajectory and market valuation, particularly if it enables faster scaling of operations and market expansion through planned retail locations.
KISSIMMEE, Fla., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECD Auto Design, the world-renowned leader in custom luxury vehicle restoration, is proud to announce the expansion of its Exclusive Inventory program to meet increasing client demand for higher-spec vehicles with no wait time. This initiative introduces meticulously crafted Land Rover SUVs, offering a range of premium appointments for those who seek unparalleled craftsmanship and performance that are readily available.
Elevating Inventory with Exclusive Lineups
Recognizing the demand for meticulously crafted, ready-to-drive luxury classic vehicles, ECD has elevated its Exclusive Inventory strategy with an annual collection of approximately 20 extremely unique well-appointed custom vehicles. Designed by ECD’s founders, these high-performance models showcase bold colors, leading innovation, and an unwavering commitment to the highest quality. Each vehicle is backed by the strongest warranty in the industry, ensuring a seamless blend of thrilling performance and refined luxury.
This strategic expansion not only caters to enthusiasts seeking immediate ownership of an elite restomod but also aligns with ECD’s upcoming retail presence, where clients can explore and acquire these bespoke builds firsthand at locations near them.
Performance and Prestige
ECD offers a range of high-performance powertrain options, ensuring every vehicle delivers exceptional driving experience. Exclusive Inventory vehicles offer a formidable LT1 V8 engine, coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission, which generates an impressive 455 HP, to more powerful offerings that feature the robust GM LT4 engine, paired with a 10-speed transmission, unleashing an exhilarating 650 HP. Each powertrain is engineered to provide a seamless blend of power, precision, and innovation.
An Iconic Defender, Instantly Available
The first releases in this Exclusive Inventory expansion are ECD Custom Defender 110 builds and are powered by a GM LT1 V8 engine, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, ensuring robust performance and modern drivability. They feature high-performance Alcon brakes, ECD Air Ride suspension, and Borla stainless steel dual-exit exhausts for an unparalleled driving experience. Additionally, both models boast a six-point full external roll cage, custom CNC metal exterior fittings, and 20-inch Kahn Mondial Retro wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich All-Terrain tires, further enhancing their rugged yet sophisticated appeal.
"These stunning custom Defender 110's are part of the ECD Exclusive Inventory lineup for 2025, catering to those who desire the very best, without delay," said Kevin Kastner, Chief Revenue Officer of ECD Auto Design. "Each vehicle is meticulously crafted by our skilled artisans to a specification selected by our founders that provides thrilling performance alongside luxury touchpoints and innovative features."
A Tale of Two Bespoke Designs
Exclusive Inventory Project 001 embraces a classic and heritage-inspired look, featuring a Keswick Green exterior with body-colored checker plates and silver brake calipers for a timeless appeal. The interior follows suit with Granite leather upholstery accented by charcoal stitching, creating a warm yet elegant atmosphere. Further distinguishing itself, this vehicle incorporates French oak wood paneling in the cargo area, adding a natural, organic touch, while its radio console is painted to match the body color, ensuring a cohesive and vintage-inspired finish.
In contrast, Exclusive Inventory Project 002 presents a bold and modern aesthetic with its bold and stealthy black exterior, complemented by black checker plates and striking red brake calipers, giving it a more aggressive stance. Inside, the black leather interior with black stitching maintains a sleek and contemporary feel, while black vintage wood paneling in the cargo area adds a refined touch. The radio console in gloss black enhances the vehicle’s sophisticated and uniform design, aligning seamlessly with its dark, commanding presence.
Unmatched Comfort and Technology
Both vehicles are designed for luxury and convenience, featuring Corbeau Trailcat seats (heated in the front), a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay, a custom ECD center console with rear AC, and a digital rearview mirror. Additional features like backup sensors, remote start, and central locking ensure a seamless blend of vintage aesthetics and modern functionality.
A Commitment to Customization
These two one-of-one builds and those to follow exemplify ECD Auto Design’s commitment to tailored craftsmanship, where every detail is considered. With an unparalleled blend of heritage, performance, and innovation, ECD continues to push the boundaries of what a classic Land Rover Defender can be.
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About ECD Auto Design
ECD, a public company trading under ECDA on the Nasdaq, is a creator of restored luxury vehicles that combines classic beauty with modern performance. Currently, ECD restores Land Rovers Series, Land Rover Series IIA, the Range Rover Classic, Jaguar E-Type, Ford Mustang, Toyota FJ, and highly specialized vehicles from its Boutique Studio. 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, is a 100,000-square-foot facility located in Kissimmee, Florida that is home to 105 talented and dedicated employees that hold combined 80 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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