HotCars artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel gives us a new vision for the Prowler that still maintains the essence of the original but adds Hellcat power.
Back in the mid-90s, Plymouth was looking to develop a car that would capture the imaginations of drivers. The Prowler was their solution. This Mopar gained a lot of attention but ultimately wasn’t enough to save the brand.
Despite its divisive design, there were, and still are, plenty of enthusiasts looking to part with good money for these cars. This classic car is now redundant in terms of performance and engineering. But HotCars digital artist Timothy Adry Emmanuel’s newest creation shows that modern interpretation could make an impact on today’s automobile market.
The Iconic Style Of The Plymouth Prowler
These images are so eye-catching that they might inspire the suits at Stellantis to kick-start Plymouth once more. What’s immediately noticeable in these renders is that Timothy has stayed faithful to the original styling dreamed up by Thomas C. Gale and others.
Plymouth based the car on vintage hot rods and Ford models from the 1930s, and that classic style is identifiable here. The tapered body shape, the open front wheels, and the fendered arches remain from the original model.
Designing A Prowler For The 21st Century
Timothy has wisely removed those unsightly bumpers. They no longer obscure the front fascia and we get an unhindered view of an extravagant chrome grille. The streamlined headlights fit better with the contours of the front end. With a nod to the 1930s Fords, Timothy has fitted circular spotlights.
We can see that this car comes with leather upholstery and an up-to-date infotainment system which could satisfy modern drivers. The rear end of this new Prowler is more aerodynamic than the original and there’s a delightful finishing touch in the shape of an LED strip that curves around the back of the car.
What Powers This New Prowler SRT?
Despite its hot rod image, the Prowler wasn’t a performance vehicle. The engineers couldn’t squeeze enough engine into the limited space which meant it only had 214 hp back in 1997. Even the updated engine in 1999 with 253 hp wasn’t enough, especially when compared to the Prowler’s cousin, the Dodge Viper.
There are hints that this revised version could be much more powerful. After all, you don’t fit a car with Pirelli P Zeros unless it has the horsepower to back them up.
There’s a sizable hood vent meaning this engine needs lots of air and there’s also that SRT badge on the back. Timothy then opens the hood in the image above, revealing a massive supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8. With this futuristic design and an engine making at least 1,000 hp like in the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, a new Plymouth Prowler would have a much better chance at success than the original.
