ECD Auto Design Reveals Project Pelican
The light blue Nautical Defender 110 is crested with pelican emblems, symbolizing resilience, precision & the ability to thrive in any environment…
ECD Auto Design announced Project Pelican, a meticulously crafted Defender 110 that reflects ECD’s commitment to preserving heritage while elevating the client experience through customized details and hand-selected touches, company officials stated in a press release.
Finished in Fiat Light Blue, Project Pelican is powered by a LS3 V-8 engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. An adaptive air ride suspension, Alcon high-performance brakes and a Borla stainless sport exhaust are ready for varied terrain. Exterior details—including Zermatt Silver accents, Optimil hardware, a full roll cage and an expedition-ready roof rack—balance durability with understated elegance, noted the release.
Project Pelican on the Inside
The interior of Project Pelican is wrapped in Bellissimo Anis distressed leather. The Corbeau Trailcat seating is set in a 2+2+4 layout and features single vertical diamond stitching, complete with the build’s custom Pelican emblem embroidered in its headrests. The front and middle-row seats are heated and ventilated, perforated for comfort in any climate, while the inward-facing rear jump seats extend the same leatherwork and stitching.
Anchoring the interior visually is Pelican’s custom PlasDECK flooring in Aged Teak finish with black lines. Running the length of the cabin, it’s designed to evoke the look of classic yacht decking. Centered in the cargo area is the build’s signature Pelican emblem in black, inlaid directly into the teak. The emblem of Project Pelican symbolizes resilience, precision and the ability to thrive wherever, the company said.
“Project Pelican represents our philosophy of building one-of-one modern classics with every detail customized for the client,” said Scott Wallace, CEO of ECD Auto Design. “Down to the smallest detail, our vehicles truly are built to our client’s exact design while still honoring the Defender’s legacy.”
The dashboard and door cards are fully wrapped in matching leather, with diamond-stitched inserts and added storage pockets. It also features a hydro-dipped Brazilian Rosewood radio console and an Evander wood steering wheel with chrome spokes and metal studs, blending vintage character with modern control. Vintage-style gauges, Optimil silver metal pedals, and interior door furniture reinforce the analog and mechanical aspects of the vehicle.
With nautical themes, Project Pelican is a heritage-driven Defender built to reflect the client’s lifestyle. ECD says that it exemplifies its focus on intention over excess: a classic form elevated with modern capability, built for those who value authenticity, a one-of-one experience and expert craftsmanship.
