# Hard-Edged Sports Car Concepts This DeTomaso Pantera by Daniel Crane is Modern By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-06-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detomaso-pantera References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/vehicles/concept/crane-detomaso-pantera/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blessthisstuff%2FEGlC+%28Bless+This+Stuff%29) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/119729481/DeTomaso-Pantera/) This DeTomaso Pantera concept has been designed by Daniel Crane of Crane Designs as a [modernized version of the iconic vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r17-restomod) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sp40). 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar) alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-cyberpunk-concept.md) - [All-Metal Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-928-e-concept.md) - [Retro Off-Road Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-concept.md) - [Premium Adventurous Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-dakar-edition.md) - [Contemporary Restomod Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-pony-coupe-concept.md) - [Stealth Racer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-f1-concept.md) - [Electric Aerodynamic Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tatra-77-concept.md) - [Dynamic Car-Themed Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veiled-porsche.md) - [80s-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-e.md)