# Aviation-Inspired Automobiles Ford Mustang AV-X10 'Dearborn Doll' is for Auction By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mustang-dearborn-doll References: [jalopnik](http://jalopnik.com/5322109/ford-mustang-av) Instead of throwing just a regular [Mustang](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang) at somebody less fortunate, [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd) has unveiled the Mustang AV-X10 Dearborn Doll, a beauty of a beast that is planned to be sold at an auction with the proceeds going to charity. The Mustang AV-X10 Dearborn Doll rocks some pretty dope decals and a paint job just like a real fighter plane. The AV-X10 is pumping 550 horsepower out of a 4.6L V8 engine. The [retro plane style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/328-hommage) of the Mustang AV-X10 Dearborn Doll gives it a “cool” element that pays appropriate tribute to the days of the old-school war planes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aviation-inspired Automobiles:** The design trend of incorporating aviation-inspired elements in automobiles represents an opportunity for companies to tap into the nostalgia market and offer unique, visually stunning car models that appeal to a wide range of customers. - **Charity Auctions:** Charity auctions of one-of-a-kind, specially designed cars offer businesses a unique way to promote their brand and build goodwill while supporting important causes and generating positive media coverage. - **Retro Styling:** The popularity of retro styling in the automotive industry provides opportunities for manufacturers to reintroduce classic designs that appeal to consumers who value nostalgia and unique, timeless aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Incorporating aviation-inspired elements in car designs presents an innovative way for automakers to differentiate themselves and appeal to customers who value style, performance and uniqueness. - **Charity:** Charity auctions of customized cars enables organizations to raise significant funds while simultaneously building relationships with businesses and individuals in their communities. - **Design:** The trend of retro styling in the automotive industry creates opportunities for designers to experiment with new techniques in incorporating classic elements for contemporary designs that appeal to a wide range of customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inaugural Custom Mustang Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang.md) - [High-Performance Sports Car Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd.md) - [Aviation Powered Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd.md) - [Convenience Store-Themed Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7-eleven-ford-mustang.md) - ['60s-Era Throwback Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann.md) - [Vintage Car-Inspired Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-mustang-ebike.md) - [1930s-Inspired Hand-Built Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-auto-sports.md) - [Nostalgic Muscle Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ac-cobra-gtg.md) - [Fast-Charging Electric Mustangs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1967-ford-mustang-fastback.md)