This DeTomaso Pantera concept has been designed by Daniel Crane of Crane Designs as a modernized version of the iconic vehicle that maintains its original hard-edged wedge shape and more. The vehicle has been modified with updated stylings to give it a more modern appeal, but keeps the various body design details the same to help it appear as a living classic on the roadway. The wheel fenders have been extended with oversized flares, while a handful of cosmetic details have been removed to clean the vehicle up and give it a more minimalist aesthetic.
The DeTomaso Pantera concept maintains a wide-body design that further enhances its modern appeal, while still being able to catch the eye of avid retro race car fans alike.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Modernized Classic Cars
- Designing modernized versions of iconic vehicles presents an opportunity for car manufacturers to appeal to both modern and retro car enthusiasts.
- Minimalist Aesthetics in Car Design
- Removing unnecessary cosmetic details from classic cars can give them a refreshed and modern look, while still maintaining their iconic design elements.
- Wide-body Car Designs
- Car manufacturers can appeal to those who appreciate a more aggressive and modern aesthetic by designing cars with wide-body designs and oversized flares.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive Design
- Automotive designers and manufacturers can explore modernizing iconic classic cars while still maintaining the original design elements.
- Classic Car Restoration
- Restoration companies can capitalize on the trend of minimalist aesthetics in classic car design by offering services to remove unnecessary cosmetic details while refreshing the cars' appearance.
- Auto Body and Paint Services
- Auto body and paint shops can specialize in creating wide-body designs and oversized flares to appeal to clients who want a more aggressive and modern look for their cars.
