The go-anywhere nature of the older iterations of
the Land Rover Defender has led to the creation of countless custom projects,
such as East Coast Defender’s (ECD) D110 Project Invictus.
Made in 1991, this rugged SUV has been fitted with a
6.2-liter LS3 V8 engine that makes 430 horsepower and is paired to a 5-speed
manual transmission. It also packs a Borla exhaust, performance brakes and
two-way air suspension, as well as 18-inch wheels made by Kahn shod in 265/65
BFGoodrich all-terrain tires.
The Nara Bronze paint finish is contrasted by the
Satin Black accents and complemented by a bunch of visual mods, all meant to
make it more potent off the beaten path. Thus, the 28-year old Defender also
packs a classic grille, steel bumpers and side steps, auxiliary lights mounted
at the front and on the roof, custom roof rack with integrated pop-up tent,
winch and portable solar power unit that will keep your mobile devices charged.
Inside, the Project Invictus rocks Puma front seats
with heating function, 60/40 split middle row and inward-facing jump seats in
the load area. ECD has also fitted it with leather, 15-inch wooden steering
wheel, Sony infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and reversing camera, JL
sound system with amplifier and subwoofer, and a CB radio that keeps
communications in check.
