ECD Automotive Design Helps 14-Year-Old With ‘Little Blue Truck’ Dream
The goal is to finish a full build of a '63 Land Rover Series IIA over the next two years, so his family can embark on a 2,100-mile adventure when he turns driving age…
ECD Automotive Design announced its support of Victor, the young enthusiast behind the “Little Blue Truck” build at Genesis Overland, in transforming his vintage Series Land Rover into a fully outfitted overland vehicle. And in doing so, they’re hoping to inspire more feel-good moments this holiday season, company officials stated in a press release.
In September 2025, ECD’s long-term marketing manager, Dia Stewart, learned about Victor’s story after scrolling the company feed on Instagram, and it immediately inspired her to help “The Little Blue Truck” journey.
“This is solely about his journey,” said Stewart. “I immediately DM’d his father, Norman, asking them if they could come to the Rover Dome. It’s truly astounding that in today’s digital world, this young man has dedicated the time, the effort and the drive to rebuilding this classic vehicle. It’s so nostalgic and reminds me of when ECD first started out.”
About the ‘Little Blue Truck Project’
From its beginnings, the 1963 Land Rover Series 2a—affectionately dubbed “The Little Blue Truck”—has represented more than just a vehicle, noted the release. As described by Genesis Overland, the project is “A boy. An old Land Rover. A dream of adventure.” Victor is not simply doing a cosmetic refresh or minor upgrades: he’s doing a full build. The goal is to finish the work over the next two years so that, upon turning driving age, Victor and his family can embark on a 2,100-mile adventure—approximately 70% off-road.
What makes this even more remarkable is that Victor is funding the project largely on his own, the company said. Because he’s too young for a traditional job, he’s raising money through the sale of “Little Blue Truck Project” apparel—T-shirts and stickers he helped design in collaboration with his art teacher at Ambrosio Art. All proceeds from the apparel go directly toward his build.
ECD’s Support of the ‘Little Blue Truck Project’
ECD says that it is honored to support Victor’s journey with “The Little Blue Truck,” beginning with an offer to paint his Series build in his dream color, giving it the professionally finished look he’s always envisioned.
Alongside the paintwork, ECD has contributed over $500 toward essential parts and handled all ordering and procurement to ensure everything meets ECD’s quality standards. As the build progresses, ECD plans to keep up with giving Victor as much support as possible by encouraging other vendors to donate parts, sharing “The Little Blue Truck’s” evolution across social channels, and capturing Victor and his family at ECD’s Rover Dome, documenting this inspiring journey from vision to reality.
“We believe in celebrating genuine passion, hard-working craftsmanship and the spirit of adventure,” said Scott Wallace, CEO and co-founder of ECD. “Victor’s story—not just as a build, but as a young person with empathy, vision and drive—embodies everything we stand for at ECD. We’re honored to help bring ‘The Little Blue Truck’ to life and think others in the industry should do the same. Let’s revive the love of building a restomod with your dad on Saturdays. This is the culture we live for.”
ECD says the project is about inspiring others to “explore creation,” celebrating a spirit of kindness, resilience and community support, and showing that with enough heart and drive, even a teenager can make a big dream happen. To help support the project, visit “The Little Blue Truck Project.”
