# Restomod Truck Concepts Nismo Nick Reworks Two Pathfinders for the SUV's 40th Anniversary By Adam Harrie | Written with AI assistance | Published 2026-11-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restomod-truck-concepts References: [carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2303637/nissan-trailfinder-trackfinder)  Builder Nicholas Scherr, known as Nismo Nick, reworked two Pathfinders into track and trail concepts to mark the [Pathfinder's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-anniversary-suv-trims) 40th anniversary, and both will appear at SEMA 2026 in Las Vegas. He based them on the R51, the last body-on-frame Pathfinder, and used current [Frontier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advbox) body and cabin pieces. 'Trackfinder' carries the headline spec, a supercharged V6 producing 501 hp. An Xterra six-speed manual keeps the road-focused build engaging on pavement, while 'Trailfinder' features a lift and 35-inch tires adding clearance for rougher routes and camping gear. Frontier parts keep both customs aligned with [Nissan's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-xtrail-concepts) current truck design rather than reading as one-offs. Nismo Nick shows how the R51 platform can turn an overlooked Pathfinder generation into anniversary material for both performance and trail fans without altering Nissan's model, while Frontier-based updates sketch a restomod formula other truck SUVs could reuse with newer brand cues Image Credit: Nick Scherr ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 100% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Factory-aligned Restomods:** Older vehicle platforms gain renewed market relevance when updated with current brand design cues, creating collectible products that feel authentic rather than aftermarket. - **Dual-purpose SUV Builds:** Performance and overlanding concepts are converging around shared legacy models, revealing whitespace for modular packages that serve both road-focused and trail-oriented enthusiasts. - **Manual Performance Revivals:** Enthusiast demand for tactile driving experiences continues to support specialty builds that pair modern power upgrades with manual transmissions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Aftermarket:** Restomod demand is expanding beyond classic cars into overlooked truck SUVs, opening space for parts ecosystems tied to specific legacy platforms. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Trail-ready anniversary builds connect camping utility with vehicle nostalgia, strengthening crossover opportunities between gear brands and off-road customization. - **Experiential Marketing:** SEMA-style concept debuts transform heritage models into brand storytelling assets, giving automakers and builders new ways to test enthusiast interest. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Factory-Enhanced Adventure SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-trailsport.md) - [Customized Off-Road Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-lc250-prado-urnieta-ultimate-4x4.md) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers.md) - [Armored Super Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rezvani-fortress.md) - [Desert Competition SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-rover-dakar-rally-defender.md) - [Extreme Off-Road Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canam-1.md) - [Trail-Ready Diesel SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-ready-diesel-suvs.md) - [Retro SUV Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-suv-conversions.md) - [Heritage Anniversary SUV Trims](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-anniversary-suv-trims.md)