# Modernized 80s Sports Cars The Conceptual 2021 DeLorean DMC-12 Brings Back an Iconic Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-12-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2021-delorean-dmc12 References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/12/17/delorean-dmc-12-rises-like-a-phoenix-as-the-gull-winged-delorean-2021/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [delorean2021.wordpress](https://delorean2021.wordpress.com/2020/11/23/delorean-2021-tributo-al-40-aniversario/) The conceptual 2021 DeLorean DMC-12 has been designed by Ángel Guerra as a new take on the [classic sports car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r17-restomod) that aims to modernize it and make it relevant for the vehicle market of today. The vehicle features an awe-inspired aesthetic that is complete with the [signature gull wing doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup-delorean-popcorn) from the original and incorporates certain [design cues from other supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-f1-concept) on the market. The sculpted aesthetic builds on the angular design of the original and enhances it to accommodate aerodynamic needs. The conceptual 2021 DeLorean DMC-12 celebrates the 40th anniversary of the namesake vehicle model and brings back a classic to make it relevant for a new generation. The highly reflective finish of the exterior helps to catch the light in different ways and have it constantly changing, depending on where it is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modernized Sports Cars:** Opportunity to update classic car designs with modern aesthetics and technologies. - **Iconic Design Revival:** Reviving iconic designs from the past with contemporary enhancements for a new generation. - **Aerodynamic Enhancements:** Incorporating aerodynamic features and design cues to improve performance and efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to capitalize on the nostalgia market by modernizing classic car designs. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can leverage iconic design revivals to create exclusive and aspirational products for consumers. - **Materials and Finishes:** Potential for innovations in reflective finishes and materials that enhance the visual appeal of automotive designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-cyberpunk-concept.md) - [80s-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-e.md) - [Retro Off-Road Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept.md) - [Electric Gull-Winged Door Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-alpha5.md) - [Movie-Inspired Gullwing EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-motor-company.md) - [Post-Apocalyptic Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-omega-2040-concept.md) - [Contemporary Restomod Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-pony-coupe-concept.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebula-928.md) - [Compact Classically Inspired Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-spaceman-hatchback.md)