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ECD Auto Design Lays Out 2026 Expansion With New Heritage Models, Dual SUV Lines and Safety Upgrades

The Florida restomod firm details a 2026 roadmap aimed at scaling bespoke production.

Overview

  • New Boutique Heritage programs are planned, including BMW CSL-era influences (E9, E24, E30), classic Jaguar sports builds, vintage Porsche interpretations with 1990s turbo flair, and Heritage Mustang redesigns using Roush powertrains.
  • ECD will split vintage SUV builds into Heritage and Custom divisions with dedicated assembly lines, separating period-correct restorations from deeper, highly personalized commissions.
  • The 2026 roadmap includes a planned addition of an American classic SUV platform to broaden the company’s domestic heritage offerings.
  • A cross-division modernization initiative targets drivability and usability with anti-lock braking, global remote locking, and power-assisted tailgates while preserving period aesthetics.
  • To support the expanded range, ECD cites modular build architectures, improved electrical frameworks, refined chassis integrations, and enhanced quality-control processes, with the initiatives described as planned.