Unpainted stainless steel body. Gull-wing doors. Plutonium-powered time-travel capabilities. Yes, it’s the DeLorean.
Despite its many troubled years, the DeLorean has left its mark in automotive history, and it even turned into a pop-culture icon after the Back to the Future film franchise.
Now, folks, it’s getting resurrected to claim its place in the world of EVs.
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If this tweet hasn’t satiated your curiosity or excitement, I feel you. The short teaser video only gives us a few hints about what to expect:
It’s going to be called “DeloreanEVolved” — an expected, but cool name.
It’s going to be a luxury EV.
We’re going to see it this year (oh, boy!).
The gull-wing doors are staying. Can I get a “HELL YEAH?”
Plus, we know that the company will start building the vehicle at its new global headquarters in Texas.
The DeLorean’s comeback has made me think of two things: first, I want to rewatch Back to the Future, and second, I want MORE classic cars electrically revived.
So, with that in mind, here are my picks for the cars begging for an electric resurrection:
The 1950s Isetta
Isetta
Image: Pujanak/Wikipedia
The current Microlino 2.0 bears an uncanny resemblance to the Isetta (and will soon hit the European streets), but I simply want the ULTRA-CUTE original brought back to life.
The 1982 Dodge Rampage
1982 dodge rampage
Image: classicars.com
A pick-up truck with a cool convertible vibe? I’m sold.
The 1972 Reliant Regal Supervan III
Reliant Regal
Image: Silverstone Auctions
Yes, I know, it’s the weird three-wheeler from Only Fools and Horses, but why should Back to the Future have all the fun?
The 1970s Opel Manta
Opel Manta
Image: Charles01/Wikipedia
Okay, Opel has already built its electric version, the Opel Manta GSe ElektroMOD. The problem is, it’s just a showcase concept car — and that ISN’T ENOUGH.
The 1980 TVR Tasmin
TVR Tasmin
Image: Crwpitman/Wikipedia
Its front kinda looks like Donald Duck’s beak, but the TVR Tasmin was an impressive machine for its time. With a powerful engine capable of going 0-60mph in just five seconds, it’s the sort of car David Hasselhoff would solve crimes in.
Are there any classic cars you’d like to see electrified? Then let us know — and we’ll feature the best in a follow-up story. You can email me or tweet us right here.