World-renowned custom vehicle builders, ​​Osprey Custom 4x4, present their latest accomplishment — a steadfast Santorini Black Metallic 3-Door Soft Top fusing modern automotive technology with cherished heritage styling.

 

This extraordinary build was completed in April 2023 by our team of skilled Master Craftsmen at our headquarters in Castle Hayne, North Carolina. A hearty 6.2L Corvette LS3 V8 mated to a smooth-shifting 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission with a Camaro-style gear selector with LED display distributes constant power through a heavy-duty, center differential lock-equipped LT230 transfer case to all four wheels ensuring the robust 430 horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque is transferred to the terrain — power that AutoBlog recently referred to as “unquestionably good”.  Powerful, updated front and rear disc brakes ensure stops are quiet, safe, swift, and efficient.

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The upgraded, heavy-duty front and rear axles are positioned on the new, hot-dipped galvanized chassis by slightly elevated  Terrafirma® shocks and springs, Terrafirma® caster-corrected front and cranked rear radius arms, track rod, drag link, and steering damper, all protected by a heavy-duty aluminum front skid plate. It stands on classic, gloss black 16-inch “Freestyle” alloy wheels wrapped with beefy 285/75R16 Atturo® Trail Blade® A/T tires — built to truly handle any terrain with a tough tread compound constructed for drivers who demand strength and versatile traction.

 

The body was expertly finished in deep Santorini Black Metallic with color-matched wheel arches and trim at our in-house body and paint facility. The satin black powder-coated multi-point Safety Devices® roll cage provides added protection for human cargo and the tight-fitting, premium black soft top keeps the elements at bay while the quick and easy-to-roll-up/zip-out side and rear windows let you enjoy an open-air experience when that wind-in-your-hair feeling is on tap.

 

The front end was outfitted with a gloss black grille with satin silver inserts, gloss black light surrounds and side intake, and forced-air wing top vents with satin silver accents. Custom, laser-etched “Osprey” black anodized aluminum door handles, black anodized aluminum door, bonnet, and windscreen hinges enhance the rugged exterior color scheme.

 

LED headlamps with smoked marker, turn, reverse, and tail lamps provide modern, precise illumination, and finishing off the impressive front is a satin black powder-coated slim-line bumper with two integrated LED daytime running lamps. At the rear, the satin black powder-coated North American Spec (NAS) step bumper has been designed to accommodate a high-definition rearview camera, a 2-inch hitch receiver, and jacking/recovery points, while the heavy-duty, swing-away rear tire carrier provides a tidy and functional solution to store the spare tire.

 

Satin black powder-coated tubular side steps assist with ingress and egress to the passenger cabin where you’ll find a modern-style dash that provides excellent heating and air conditioning, ensuring the occupants are comfortable year-round. The well-appointed interior is complete with durable Exmoor Trim® Black Rack & ½ Leather upholstered heated front sport seats with contrasting white stitching, and four side-facing, stowable rear seats with matching upholstery providing the ultimate in flexibility — seating for additional friends and family or true utilitarian cargo space — with over 55 cubic feet available when the seats are folded.

 

The impressive driver command center is focused around a satin black center fascia housing the state-of-the-art infotainment system featuring an Atoto® S8 Android-based 7-inch HD capacitive touch-screen head unit with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®, dual Bluetooth®, built-in Digital Signal Processor, and GPS navigation, backed by a rich sounding Rockford Fosgate® 8-speaker array and a JBL® BassPro Nano® 6" subwoofer, all powered by a Blaupunkt® 5-channel, 1600 watt amplifier.

 

Amenities include central locking, power windows, a leather-wrapped center console with a convenient storage cubby, USB charging points, and two oversized aluminum cup holders. The front windscreen is heated for those extra-brisk mornings, and security is handled by a Viper® keyless entry system with remote starting. Heavy-duty rubber floor mats protect the fully carpeted front footwells and rear loadspace/passenger area.

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Below are the highlights of this impressive build:

 

- 6.2L Corvette LS3 V8 engine (~435+HP/~445+LB.FT.)

- 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission

- Camaro-style gear selector with LED display

- Heavy-duty LT230 transfer case

- Custom headers and performance dual exhaust

- Custom Fluidyne® aluminum radiator

- Dual PermaCool® electric cooling fans

- Stainless steel oil cooler lines, brake lines, and fuel lines

- New transmission cooler lines

- Double Cardan front and rear driveshafts

- Heavy-duty rear axle, front axle, and CV joints

- New body panels, bonnet, and doors

- New bulkhead with an upgraded modern-style dash

- New glass, weatherstripping, and gaskets

- LED headlamps, smoked taillamps, marker, and indicator lamps

- Custom, laser-etched “Osprey” black anodized aluminum door handles

- Black anodized billet aluminum door, bonnet, and windscreen hinges

- Atoto® / Rockford Fosgate® / JBL® / Blaupunkt® infotainment system

- Viper® 2-way security system with remote start

- LED ambient interior lighting

...and much, much more!

 

Whether it’s the ultimate outdoor adventure rig or a smart-looking “Chelsea Tractor”, the talented team at Osprey Custom 4x4 painstakingly creates bespoke, one-of-a-kind vehicles, paying special attention to every last detail, ensuring an investment quality experience rarely found in today’s automotive marketplace.

 

For more information, call/text us on +1 (910) 632-0260. We’ll be happy to provide you with a Facetime® walkaround, answer any questions, and guide you through the process to help you decide to purchase or commission YOUR Osprey Custom 4x4. We can assist with shipping and may even deliver it to you personally, depending on your location. Better yet, fly into our local airport (ILM) just 5 miles away to view and test drive this Santorini Black Metallic 2-Door Soft Top — then DRIVE IT HOME!

 

Thanks for looking, and have a great day!
The Signature Autosports Team

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