# Mock Sports Car Sheaths Benedetto Bufalino Made a Fake Sports Car Out of Cardboard By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-11-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fake-sports-car References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/benedetto-bufalino-transforms-a-car-into-a-cardboard-ferrari-10-31-2013/) & [benedetto.new.fr](http://benedetto.new.fr/) Artist Benedetto Bufalino crafted a fake sports car frame out of cardboard, so that it could be placed over his existing car an turn it into a [Ferrari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legoland) replica. The cardboard frame has been cut out and decorated with a bright red paint and detailed to look just like a Ferrari Testarossa replica. Bufalino left out no details, including [hand-painted rims](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romero-britto), tailpipes made from metallic foil and even the iconic logo of the car. Since this fake sports car has cutouts for visibility and it can be fitted over the top of his car, Bufalino can still see quite well while he drives. If he was to drive fast enough on the streets, the speeding red blur might even be confused for a real Ferrari. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/benedetto-bufalino-transforms-a-car-into-a-cardboard-ferrari-10-31-2013/), [benedetto.new.fr](http://benedetto.new.fr/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cardboard Replica Cars:** Creating fake sports car frames out of cardboard to transform existing cars into replicas presents opportunities for cost-effective customization and temporary style changes. - **DIY Automotive Decor:** The use of hand-painted cardboard frames to decorate vehicles offers a creative and customizable solution for car enthusiasts looking to personalize their ride. - **Illusionary Automobiles:** Using clever design techniques to create realistic illusions of high-end sports cars showcases the potential for artistic expression and attention-grabbing visual displays. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Modification:** The automotive modification industry can explore the market for affordable and temporary customization options using cardboard frames to replicate high-end sports cars. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage innovative techniques like using cardboard to create sculptures and installations that challenge conventional perceptions and inspire creativity in unconventional ways. - **Advertising and Events:** The advertising and events industry can incorporate the use of cardboard replica cars as eye-catching displays at trade shows, exhibitions, and promotional events to attract attention and generate buzz. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Life-Sized LEGO Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legoland.md) - [Life-Sized Car Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benedict-radcliffe-1.md) - [Exploded Car Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Porsche-911-carrera.md) - [Video Game-Like Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milano-vision-gt.md) - [Miniature Art Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Modified Everyday Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mansory-ferrari-roma.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Vintage Car Tribute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-moc.md) - [Japanese Concept-Inspired Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniel-arsham-1.md)