# Salvaged Sports Car Timepieces The REC Watches P-51 Collection Features Ford Mustang Parts By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-12-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rec-watches-p51-collection References: [werd](http://www.werd.com/47772/rec-watches-p-51-collection-uses-salvaged-ford-mustang-parts/) & [recwatches](https://www.recwatches.com/collections/p51) The REC Watches P-51 Collection timepieces have been designed with automotive enthusiasts in mind to provide them with a stylish accessory that is inherently focused on vehicular aesthetics. Featuring a self-winding movement, the watches boast an auto-inspired dial, power meter and date, which make them look more like a piece of a vehicle dashboard than a wrist accessory. The timepieces all feature parts that have been salvaged from old [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/percival-x-ford) [Mustangs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/troy-lee-designs) and are each stamped with the [VIN](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corvette-auction) of the particular vehicle that was used as the source for the materials. Available in three color options, the REC Watches P-51 Collection timepieces acknowledge the growing demand for products that have a story behind them to tell, while also reusing materials to decrease waste. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Automotive-inspired Accessories:** There is an opportunity to create other accessories inspired by cars to cater to automotive enthusiasts. - **Sustainable Fashion Accessories:** More fashion accessories can be created using salvaged materials from old products to reduce waste and cater to eco-conscious consumers. - **Luxury Sustainable Products:** Luxury brands can consider making sustainable products as consumers become more aware of environmental concerns. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can reduce waste and appeal to eco-conscious consumers by incorporating elements of sustainability into their designs. - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can cater to automotive enthusiasts by creating accessories and products inspired by popular car models. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can cater to consumers who are seeking sustainable alternatives to high-end products by creating sustainable luxury items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Racing-Inspired Chronographic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-time-collection.md) - [Retro Rally Racing Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaer-r1-rally-chronograph.md) - [Motorsport-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ollech-wajs-rallychron.md) - [Opulent Branded Automotive Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autodromo-x-mobil-1-group-b-pegasus-edition.md) - [Retro-Style Racer Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roue-tps-watch.md) - [Classic Car-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedometer.md) - [Exclsuive Automotive Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canfield-speedway-lap-07-watch.md) - [Collaborative Motorsport Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brm-x-honda.md) - [Three-Way Collaborative Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruf-capsule-collection.md)