There are custom off-roaders—and then there’s Project Wilder. Built by the masters at ECD Automotive Design, this Land Rover Station Wagon is a visceral, handcrafted tribute to heritage, horsepower, and high-end craftsmanship. Whether you’re crawling a trail, hitting the open highway, or stealing the show at a cars & coffee event, Project Wilder is made to dominate.

A Nod to Land Rover Legacy, Drenched in Attitude

Dressed in Eastnor Green eggshell paint with rich Nara Bronze accents, Project Wilder gives a respectful nod to its Land Rover roots, then immediately dials things up to 11. Its 20-inch Kahn Mondial Retro wheels, custom-matched in bronze, sit wide and proud beneath flared arches, announcing its presence before the engine even starts. This isn’t a mall-crawler—it’s a road carver.

A full six-point external roll cage, panoramic roof with integrated sunroof, and SVX black side steps with custom sapele walnut inlays add even more style and substance. This is the kind of rig that makes off-roaders and overlanders alike do a double take.

700 Horses, Manual Transmission—No Compromise

Powering this beast is a supercharged GM Blueprint V8, cranking out over 700 horsepower through a Magnum T56 six-speed manual transmission. That’s right—three pedals and an old-school stick shift to match the new-school muscle. A Borla Sport dual exhaust system lets you choose between tame and thunder at the push of a button, all with that unmistakable V8 growl.

Whether you’re tearing through the desert or carving canyon roads, ECD’s Air Ride Suspension and Brembo brakes ensure Wilder is as nimble as it is powerful, with Raptor-coated underpinnings that laugh in the face of harsh terrain.

Where Trail-Ready Meets Tailored Luxury

Inside, Project Wilder is where brute force meets bespoke luxury. Buffalo Distressed Cuoio leather, honeycomb-stitched inserts, and Sapele walnut trim create a warm, premium interior more reminiscent of a luxury yacht than an off-road machine. Even the RECARO Orthoped seats and Alcantara-lined headliner whisper (no, shout) luxury.

You’ll find details like a NARDI Kallista wooden steering wheel, handcrafted billet controls, and a custom wooden shifter, because nothing in here is off-the-shelf. This cabin isn’t just built—it’s sculpted.

Tech Meets Trek

Modern tech isn’t overlooked. The cabin boasts a touchscreen stereo with Apple CarPlay, digital mirrors, rear A/C, blind spot monitoring, and Focal dual subwoofers—making sure your trail playlist hits just as hard as the engine.

Land Rover Built for Borderless Living

From Malibu drives to Mojave trails, Project Wilder was designed for the wild at heart. It’s part fighter jet, part rolling sculpture, and 100-percent unforgettable. As ECD CEO Scott Wallace puts it: “It’s equal parts fighter and private jet… visceral, personal, and a definition of what it means to be remarkable.”

Project Wilder Land Rover Defender: Quick Specs

• Engine: Supercharged GM V8, 700+ HP
• Transmission: 6-speed manual (Magnum T56)
• Brakes: Brembo high-performance
• Suspension: ECD Air Ride
• Exhaust: Borla Sport Dual with push-button sound control
• Wheels: 20” Kahn Mondial Retro, Nara Bronze
• Tires: BFG All-Terrain
• Interior: Cuoio buffalo leather, RECARO Orthopeds, Sapele walnut, NARDI wheel
• Audio: Focal Premium with dual subs
• Tech: CarPlay, digital mirrors, panoramic roof, blind spot assist