DMC DeLorean

No vehicle represents the future more than the DeLorean DMC-12 – thanks to its cineastic past, but also thanks to its futuristic design, which still seems so today. However, to be honest, both the so-called Euro engine and the rather conservative interior design of the vehicle never really fitted in.

Our DeLorean was therefore not only given an electric drive, but also a new interior.

The future is ready to come.

 

INTERIOR

Even after more than 40 years, the exterior of the DeLorean still looks modern and futuristic. The interior, on the other hand, bears the clear signature of the 1980s. And with the conversion to electric drive at the latest, it no longer fits the character of the car at all.

It started with the desire for more sporty seats, but developed further over the course of the project. With great attention to detail, we created a bespoke interior for the customer.

Seats

The original seats covered in crumpled leather provided the stimulus for the redesign. In collaboration with the upholsterer, we created seats specially tailored to the customer.

Designprozess Sitze. Ein dreiteiliges Bild, jeweils mit schrägen Linien unterteilt. Ganz links eine Skizze von Hand. Im mittleren Bild eine Auslegeordnung mit Materialien des Sattlers. Und im rechten Teilbild die Sitze, eingebaut im Fahrzeug.
Designprozess Armaturenbrett. Ein dreiteiliges Bild, jeweils mit schrägen Linien unterteilt. Ganz links die Formfindung im Auto mit Teilen aus Schaumstoff. Im mittleren Bild die bereits produzierten und im Auto eingebauten Teile, noch ohne Leder und Lackierung. Und im rechten Teilbild das Armaturenbrett, eingebaut im Fahrzeug, mit Leder aber noch nicht lackiert.

Dash board

The shape of the new dashboard was created directly in the vehicle. The resulting model then served as the basis for the production of the new dashboard.

Door panel

In order to harmonise visually, but also for functional reasons, the door panels were redesigned. This also affected less obvious details such as the connections for the ventilation.

Designprozess Seitenpanel. Ein dreiteiliges Bild, jeweils mit schrägen Linien unterteilt. Ganz links eine Skizze von Hand. Im mittleren Bild das Abschleifen des rohen Panels. Und im rechten Teilbild das Panel, eingebaut im Fahrzeug.
Designprozess Anzeigen. Ein dreiteiliges Bild, jeweils mit schrägen Linien unterteilt. Ganz links die erste Idee für die Anzeigen, im mittleren Bild die finale Anzeige, so wie man sie in der Gestaltungs-Software sieht. Und im rechten Teilbild die Anzeige, eingebaut im Fahrzeug.

Displays

The analogue gauges were substituted with screens. A special colour and font concept was developed for their design.

Window regulator

The small details make the difference. Even the window regulators have been redesigned. From the sketch to the switch produced with a 3D printer and finished with a coat of paint.

Designprozess Ladeklappe. Ein dreiteiliges Bild, jeweils mit schrägen Linien unterteilt. Ganz links Computermodell. Im mittleren Bild ein CCS-Stecker, eingesteckt in der Ladedose. Und im rechten Teilbild die Klappe der Ladedose, die aussieht wie der ehemalige Lüftungseinlass für den Motor.

Charging socket

Not on the interior, but also a purpose-made design: The charge door. The petrol tank opening used to be under the front bonnet. Now the CCS socket is hidden behind a ventilation inlet in the rear that is no longer needed. Visually in the same style, but now realised as a flap.

Technical data

  • Motor power
    max. 116 kW
  • Torque rating
    470 Nm
  • Driving range
    220 km
    Expected range
  • Battery
    40 kWh
  • Battery chemistry
    Li-NMC
  • Charging time AC Type2
    125 km per h
  • Charging time DC CCS
    250 km per h
  • Homologation
    2024
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DeLorean DMC Elektroumbau
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Inverter, motor and transmission

A combination of inverter, motor and gearbox from Cascadiamotion is used to replace the combustion engine. The motor has a maximum performance of 116 kW and a maximum torque of 470 Nm.

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Battery box in front

Front batteries, connected in series with the batteries in the rear, with a total energy of 40 kWh and a nominal voltage of 377 V. A battery management system (BMS) monitors and controls the individual cells.

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Battery box rear

Rear batteries, connected in series with the batteries in the front, with a total energy of 40 kWh and a nominal voltage of 377 V.

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A/C compressor

The vehicle has air conditioning, for which an electric A/C compressor is used.

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DCDC converter

Converts the high-voltage of the batteries to 12 volts.

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Charger

The charger offers both AC charging with 22 kW and DC fast charging.

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CCS inlet

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Interior

Complete redesign with displays.

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