’65 Daytona Coupe Restomod: Beat Ferrari at Le Mans!

Daytona Coupe Reborn: Modern Makeover with Aggressive Aero.

There are far more economical vintage autos that could benefit from a ‘restomod’ transformation, still, few can match the inherent style and distinctive silhouettes of a performance car such as the classic Shelby Daytona Coupe. This remarkable vehicle was made in only 6 specimens to rival Ferrari in the Grand Touring races back in the 1960s.

The Daytona Coupe is an exceptionally rare vehicle, creating very few chances for it to go up for sale or auction. When the opportunity does arise, however, it is foreseeable that the car will sell on for millions of dollars.

Replicas of Shelby Daytonas usually fetch around $70,000 when sold at auction. Calling an appraiser may be necessary if the car in question is a restomod Daytona Coupe, as conceived by the HotCars artist Rostislav Prokop in a rendered concept.

Of the scant number of automobiles developed for competitive motorsports, opportunities to acquire them are exceedingly rare. A cost-effective alternative lies in production of replicas, such as the ones made available by Factory Five Racing.

The actual Daytona Coupes boasted a fairly punchy 4.7-liter V8, delivering approximately 385 horses. For this rendering, potential power could come from a boosted Predator V8 originating from the Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 – with a 5.2-liter capacity, it’s good for churning out a formidable 760 hp.

Rostislav opted for a rich, cocoa-hued paint job on this avant-garde auto, shying away from the iconic blue typically found on race cars–with white stripes even making a reappearance. Despite its wild wider-than-usual profile, it remains sleek and stylish. And an aggressive touch has been added from every angle.

At the outset, a short bumper and splitter greet the eye. Taking inspiration from period classic cars, Shelby’s covered lamps and front auxiliary lights complete the aesthetic, while the bonnet and fender vents are a nod to the 1965 racer.

You won’t spot the exhausts at the back, but rather at the sides, mimicking the structure of the classic Daytona Coupe.

As you embark on a virtual trek around this traditional automobile to the back, the singular flat-lay style paired with those diminutive light modules is just as eye-catching and effortless as ever.

Big alterations comprise a huge, new rear wing and diffuser, completing the visual effect. It appears like an authentic Le Mans racer formed for extreme velocity.

The most economical approach to achieving a Daytona restomod of this kind is to utilize a replica as the base for the build, and have the adjunct aerodynamic components 3D printed.

Constructing a vast imitation would be an exciting venture, and regardless of its status as a replicate or not, this sporty auto was intended to exist on the racecourse.