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A NEW TWIST ON OLD CLASSICS FROM OSPREY CUSTOM CARS


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Built From Scratch Brand New 1995 Defender 90's Rival the 2020 Model

Wilmington, NC, (March 2020) - OSPREY CUSTOM CARS, has a well-deserved reputation for their exceptional custom-built classic Defenders, Broncos, and old FJ restomods. They also have a Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) to build, from the ground up, replicated models of older model Land Rovers. OSPREY'S latest builds are two brand new replicates of gorgeous 1995 Land Rover Defender 90's. Featuring a 5.3 LS V8 w/ approximately 325HP and / 330b-ft torque, these old/new new trucks carry an extraordinary list of customized features.

Osprey is a family business and understands the importance of building something that stands the test of time, as many of their clients have owned cars for generations and hope to pass their vehicles onto future generations. Their handiwork can be seen from the hobbyists' garage to the showroom of SEMA in Las Vegas. Osprey has seen a number of interesting requests, and prides themselves on the notion that, 'if you dream it, we can build it!' They've installed antique flooring, custom engraved exteriors and even custom paint jobs to match houses or other cars.

Osprey's latest, two 1995 modern Defender 90s, are some of their more recent custom builds. These gorgeous vehicles retain the timelessness of the original models combined with modern performance and convenience. "We've built these 1995 Defender 90s from the ground up with all the finest components and finishes", Says Aaron Richardet, owner and founder. "This includes a GM LS engine, automatic transmission, custom paint, and much, much more. Theses trucks look good at the country club or at an off road campsite. "


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What the Defender includes:
Brand New Defender 90 Finished in Santorini Black
Brand New Defender 90 Finished in Nautical Blue

ADD-ON ACCESSORIES


- Heat shielding throughout
- Heat shielding throughout
- Viper remote-locking security system & remote start w/ 2-way remote key fob LCD display
- Remote-locking security system
- Pioneer 7" touch-screen, double-DIN, wireless mirroring, Bluetooth Android Auto & Apple Car Play, in-dash DVD/CD stereo receiver w/ integrated reversing camera
- Alpine 7" touch-screen, double-DIN, wireless mirroring, Bluetooth Android Auto & Apple Car Play, in-dash DVD/CD stereo receiver w/ integrated reversing camera
- JL Audio speakers
- JL Audio speakers
- Roll cage- powder-coated satin black
- LED ambient interior lighting throughout passenger cabin
- LED front bumper with a-bar - powder-coated satin black
- Roll cage- powder-coated satin black
- Terra -Firma rock sliders w/ integrated tree bars - powder-coated satin black
- Terra Firma rock sliders w/ integrated tree bars - powder-coated satin black
- HD front & rear rubber floor mats - HD front & rear rubber floor mats
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning

DRIVE TRAIN/CHASSIS
- 5.3 LS V8 w/ approximately 325HP / 330b-ft torque
- 5.3 LS V8 w/ approximately 325HP / 330b-ft torque
- 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission
- 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission
- Galvanized chassis powder coated black
- Galvanized chassis powder coated black
- HD LT230 transfer case
- HD LT230 transfer case
- PCS GSM push-button transmission shifter w/ LED gear position indicator - Rebuilt front & rear axles
- Rebuilt front & rear axles
- Custom front & rear drive shafts
- Custom front & rear drive shafts
- HD Terra Firma springs w new Terra Firma shock absorbers
- HD springs w new shocks absorbers
- HD Terra Firma steering damper
- HD Terra Firma steering damper
- HD steering arms
- HD steering arms
- HD caster-corrected front radius arms
- Front anti-sway bars
- HS caster-corrected rear control arms
- 4-wheel power disc brakes
- Front anti-sway bars
- Polyurethane suspension bushings
- 4-wheel power disc brakes
- Griffin MegaCool aluminum radiator w/ dual electric cooling fans
- Polyurethane suspension bushings
- Custom exhaust system
- Griffin MegaCool aluminum radiator w/ dual electric cooling fans
- 16" Sawtooth" alloy wheels x 5 - powder-coated gloss black
- Custom exhaust system
- 285/75R16 Kumho Road venture tires
- 16" Sawtooth" alloy wheels x 5 - powder-coated gloss black
- KBX intakes
- 285/75R16 BFG KO2 AT tires
- KBX intakes

EXTERIOR
- Upgraded front grill and headlight surrounds
- Upgraded front grill and headlight surrounds
- HD aluminum sump guard (skid plate)
- HD aluminum sump guard (skid plate)
- PUMA-spec bonnet
- PUMA-spec bonnet
- Stainless Hardware
- Stainless Hardware
- LED headlamps, smoked led tail lamps, marker lamps, turn signal lamps
- LED headlamps, tail lamps, marker lamps, turn signal lamps
- Canvas soft top
- Canvas soft top
- Rear step bumper
- Terra Firma front bumper - powder-coated satin black
- 5-bar wing top protectors - powder-coated satin black
- Rear Step Bumper
- 5-bar wing top protectors - powder-coated satin black

INTERIOR
- black XS leather seats, heated front & matching 4 in facing seats in the rear
- PUMA-style dash
- Power front windows
- black/Gray leather seats, heated front & matching forward facing second row
- VDO Gauges-spec instrument cluster
- VDO Gauges-spec instrument cluster
- cubby-box center console w/ 2 cupholders
- cubby-box center console w/ 2 cupholders
- LED ambient interior lighting throughout passenger cabin

Price: $119,000.

About Osprey Custom Cars:

Osprey Custom Cars was founded in 2009 by Aaron Richardet. Their entire business relies on their ability to deliver an exceptional product with a detail-oriented rigor. Osprey's technical abilities include full frame off factory restorations, to custom from the ground up builds. Once the restoration or custom build process is complete, they subject the vehicle to a rigorous and documented testing procedure that they've honed throughout their many years in business. They will then transport the car anywhere in the country or internationally once the testing procedures are finished. Overall, Osprey promises to deliver nothing but the best, ensuring their clients' vehicles are unrivaled on the road. For more information call 910-632-0260 or go to www.ospreycustomcars.com.