From Shoreline to Showstopper: ECD Reveals Vibrant Yellow Soft-Top Defender 90 “Beach Patrol”
ECD Auto Design unveils Project Beach Patrol, a custom Defender 90 soft-top restoration showcasing a vibrant Land Rover AA Yellow finish. Built at their 100,000-square-foot Florida facility, this one-of-one vehicle combines style with performance.
The vehicle features a powerful GM LS3 6.2L V8 engine delivering 430+ horsepower, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Notable exterior elements include Narvik Black accents, 18" Satin Black Kahn wheels, and HELLA LED spotlights.
The interior boasts a 2+2 layout with Corbeau Trailcat seats in black Cadence Licorice leather, featuring yellow stitching. Modern amenities include USB ports, Pioneer audio system with CarPlay, digital rearview mirror, and blind spot monitoring.
As stated by Kevin Kastner, Chief Revenue Officer, the Beach Patrol represents "coastal escape, weekend freedom, and the confidence of driving something truly one-of-a-kind."
ECD Auto Design presenta il Project Beach Patrol, un restauro personalizzato del Defender 90 soft-top con una vivace finitura Land Rover AA Yellow. Realizzato nella loro struttura di 9.290 metri quadrati in Florida, questo veicolo unico nel suo genere unisce stile e prestazioni.
Il veicolo è equipaggiato con un potente motore GM LS3 6.2L V8 che eroga oltre 430 cavalli, abbinato a un cambio automatico a 6 marce. Tra gli elementi esterni spiccano gli accenti Narvik Black, cerchi Kahn Satin Black da 18” e fari LED HELLA.
L’abitacolo presenta una configurazione 2+2 con sedili Corbeau Trailcat in pelle nera Cadence Licorice con cuciture gialle. Tra i comfort moderni figurano porte USB, sistema audio Pioneer con CarPlay, specchietto retrovisore digitale e monitoraggio degli angoli ciechi.
Come afferma Kevin Kastner, Chief Revenue Officer, il Beach Patrol rappresenta “fuga costiera, libertà del weekend e la sicurezza di guidare qualcosa di veramente unico.”
ECD Auto Design presenta el Project Beach Patrol, una restauración personalizada del Defender 90 soft-top con un vibrante acabado Land Rover AA Yellow. Construido en su instalación de 9,290 metros cuadrados en Florida, este vehículo único combina estilo y rendimiento.
El vehículo cuenta con un potente motor GM LS3 6.2L V8 que entrega más de 430 caballos de fuerza, junto con una transmisión automática de 6 velocidades. Elementos exteriores destacados incluyen acentos Narvik Black, llantas Kahn Satin Black de 18” y faros LED HELLA.
El interior presenta una configuración 2+2 con asientos Corbeau Trailcat en cuero negro Cadence Licorice con costuras amarillas. Las comodidades modernas incluyen puertos USB, sistema de audio Pioneer con CarPlay, espejo retrovisor digital y monitoreo de puntos ciegos.
Según Kevin Kastner, Director de Ingresos, el Beach Patrol representa “escape costero, libertad de fin de semana y la confianza de conducir algo verdaderamente único.”
ECD Auto Design은 생동감 넘치는 Land Rover AA Yellow 마감의 맞춤형 Defender 90 소프트탑 복원 프로젝트인 Project Beach Patrol을 공개했습니다. 플로리다에 위치한 9,290평방피트 규모의 시설에서 제작된 이 유일무이한 차량은 스타일과 성능을 결합했습니다.
이 차량은 430마력 이상의 출력을 내는 강력한 GM LS3 6.2L V8 엔진과 6단 자동 변속기를 장착했습니다. 외관에서는 Narvik Black 악센트, 18인치 Satin Black Kahn 휠, HELLA LED 스포트라이트가 돋보입니다.
내부는 2+2 구성으로, 노란색 스티치가 들어간 검은색 Cadence Licorice 가죽의 Corbeau Trailcat 시트가 특징입니다. USB 포트, CarPlay 지원 Pioneer 오디오 시스템, 디지털 룸미러, 사각지대 모니터링 등 현대적인 편의 기능도 갖추고 있습니다.
Kevin Kastner 최고매출책임자는 Beach Patrol이 “해안가 탈출, 주말의 자유, 그리고 진정으로 독특한 무언가를 운전하는 자신감”을 의미한다고 밝혔습니다.
ECD Auto Design dévoile le Project Beach Patrol, une restauration personnalisée du Defender 90 soft-top avec une finition éclatante Land Rover AA Yellow. Construit dans leur installation de 9 290 mètres carrés en Floride, ce véhicule unique allie style et performance.
Le véhicule est équipé d’un puissant moteur GM LS3 6.2L V8 développant plus de 430 chevaux, associé à une transmission automatique à 6 vitesses. Parmi les éléments extérieurs remarquables figurent des accents Narvik Black, des jantes Kahn Satin Black de 18 pouces et des projecteurs LED HELLA.
L’intérieur présente une configuration 2+2 avec des sièges Corbeau Trailcat en cuir noir Cadence Licorice avec surpiqûres jaunes. Les équipements modernes incluent des ports USB, un système audio Pioneer avec CarPlay, un rétroviseur numérique et une surveillance des angles morts.
Comme l’a déclaré Kevin Kastner, directeur des revenus, le Beach Patrol représente « une escapade côtière, la liberté du week-end et la confiance de conduire quelque chose d’unique en son genre ».
ECD Auto Design präsentiert das Projekt Beach Patrol, eine maßgeschneiderte Restaurierung des Defender 90 Soft-Top mit einer lebendigen Land Rover AA Yellow Lackierung. Dieses Einzelstück wurde in ihrer 9.290 Quadratmeter großen Anlage in Florida gebaut und vereint Stil mit Leistung.
Das Fahrzeug verfügt über einen leistungsstarken GM LS3 6,2L V8-Motor mit über 430 PS, kombiniert mit einem 6-Gang-Automatikgetriebe. Auffällige äußere Merkmale sind Narvik Black Akzente, 18-Zoll Satin Black Kahn Felgen und HELLA LED-Scheinwerfer.
Der Innenraum bietet eine 2+2 Anordnung mit Corbeau Trailcat Sitzen aus schwarzem Cadence Licorice Leder mit gelben Nähten. Moderne Annehmlichkeiten umfassen USB-Anschlüsse, ein Pioneer-Audiosystem mit CarPlay, einen digitalen Rückspiegel und eine Totwinkelüberwachung.
Kevin Kastner, Chief Revenue Officer, beschreibt den Beach Patrol als „küstennahe Flucht, Wochenendfreiheit und das Vertrauen, etwas wirklich Einzigartiges zu fahren.“
- Custom high-end vehicle production in 100,000-square-foot Florida facility demonstrates significant manufacturing capacity
- Successful launch of unique, high-margin custom Defender model showcases production capabilities
- Integration of modern technology and luxury features indicates strong value-add potential
- Established distribution and direct-to-consumer sales channel through www.ecdautodesign.com
- Single unit production model suggests limited scalability
- High customization business model may impact production efficiency and margins
- Heavy reliance on luxury automotive market which is sensitive to economic conditions
- No mention of order backlog or sales pipeline
KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECD Auto Design (NASDAQ: ECDA), the world's leading creator of restored Land Rovers and custom classic vehicles, proudly debuts Project Beach Patrol, a Defender 90 soft top built for warm weather, relaxed cruising, and statement-making style—all handcrafted in the U.S.A.
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Finished in a vivid Land Rover AA Yellow gloss finish, Beach Patrol is a one-of-one open-air Defender built entirely at ECD’s 100,000-square-foot Florida facility. From its sleek black Optimil hardware to its powerful V8 heart, this Defender is engineered for long weekends, beach runs, and unforgettable coastal adventures.
A Clean Coastal Statement
Project Beach Patrol’s exterior is designed for head-turning simplicity. The vibrant yellow body is accented by Narvik Black elements, including its mesh grille, fender flares, light surrounds, and SVX side steps. The roll cage, finished in matte black, adds contrast and structure to the open-top layout, while twin HELLA 500 LED spotlights on the brush guard create a purposeful silhouette. Riding on 18” Satin Black Kahn 1983 wheels and BFG All-Terrain tires, this D90 is ready for both sand and street.
A custom-painted brush guard, classic DRL-equipped front bumper, and round rear light guards round out the build, adding rugged utility to this otherwise breezy design. It’s not just ready to drive—it’s ready to be noticed.
Performance That Plays
Power comes from a GM LS3 6.2L V8 engine, delivering over 430 horsepower through a 6-speed automatic transmission. A Borla stainless dual sport exhaust adds throaty tone and visual symmetry, while heavy-duty axles and ECD’s road suspension keep the ride confident. Alcon high-performance brakes with red calipers ensure modern stopping power that complements the vintage styling.
Inside: Sport Meets Sophistication
Inside, the 2+2 layout balances utility with luxury. Up front, Corbeau Trailcat seats are finished in black Cadence Licorice leather with yellow single vertical diamond stitching and heated functionality for cool nights along the coast. In the cargo area, staggered inward-facing jump seats mirror the finish, offering flexibility and style.
A MOMO Prototipo steering wheel, All American gauges, and a leather-wrapped Puma dash give the cockpit a tactile and driver-focused feel. The ECD custom center console houses dual USB outlets (A & C), and the audio system is upgraded with Pioneer components, Bluetooth, and CarPlay for seamless summer playlists.
Other comfort and convenience features include a digital rearview mirror, blind spot monitoring, remote start, and backup sensors—all integrated to modern standards while respecting the Defender’s utilitarian heritage.
Project Beach Patrol: Full Specification Overview
Exterior
Paint: Land Rover AA Yellow (Gloss Finish)
Roll Cage: Multi-point, Matte Black
Grille: Body Color Surround with Narvik Black Mesh
Wheels: 18” Kahn 1983 – Satin Black
Tires: BFGoodrich All-Terrain – Black Walls Out
Bumper: Classic Style with DRLs & Brush Guard
Lighting: HELLA 500 Series LED Spotlights, Rear Light Guards (Round, Black)
Side Steps: SVX Black/Black
Door Handles & Hinges: Optimil Black Metal, Body Color Painted
Rear: NAS Style Rear Bumper with Swing-Away Carrier
Soft Top: Canvas, Black
Performance
Engine: GM LS3 V8
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Suspension: ECD Upgraded Road Suspension
Brakes: Alcon High-Performance (Red Calipers)
Exhaust: Borla Stainless Dual Sport – Left & Right
Axles: Heavy Duty
Chassis Coating: Raptor Liner
Interior
Layout: 2+2 (Front Buckets + Rear Jump Seats)
Seats: Corbeau Trailcats in Cadence Licorice Leather
Stitching: Yellow Single Vertical Diamond
Center Console: ECD Custom Console with USB-A and USB-C
Dash: Puma Style, Wrapped in Black Leather
Door Cards: Leather Wrapped with Diamond Stitching + Storage Pockets
Seat Belts: Custom Speed Yellow
Flooring: Raptor-Lined Tub + OEM Rubber Mats
Steering Wheel: MOMO Prototipo
Gauges: All American
Trim: Black Metal Kit
Technology & Electronics
Audio: Pioneer System with Subwoofer, CarPlay & Bluetooth
Charging: USB Outlets Front & Rear
Safety: Backup Camera, Sensors, Blind Spot Assistant
Mirrors: Digital Rear View
Convenience: Remote Locking & Alarm, Remote Start, Automatic Headlights
A Defender That Defines Summer
“Project Beach Patrol is a standout in our portfolio—it’s carefree, sunny, and unmistakably personal,” said Kevin Kastner, Chief Revenue Officer of ECD. “It’s more than a soft-top Defender—it’s a symbol of coastal escape, weekend freedom, and the confidence that comes from driving something truly one-of-a-kind.”
To begin your own custom journey, visit www.ecdautodesign.com or schedule a design consultation with the ECD team.
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 a 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 vehicles back to the U.S. for restoration. For more information, visit www.ecdautodesign.com.
Media Contact:
Kevin Kastner
Chief Revenue Officer
kastnerk@ecdautodesign.com
407-738-1056
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