The DeLorean Motor Company has announced its intention to manufacture the iconic DMC-12 sports car again, 30 years after the vehicle was immortalised in sci-fi movie trilogy Back to the Future.
DeLorean said 300 DMC-12 models, costing approximately $100,000 (£70,000) each, could roll off the production line as early as next year.
The news follows a recent change in US road legislation, making it easier for small manufacturers to produce and market roadworthy vehicles.
"In anticipation of this legislation, DeLorean Motor Company has been working for some time to identify a supplier for engines and other parts that must be reproduced to facilitate this production for 2017," explained a statement released by the company.
"A number of hurdles exist before production can begin, and we're still early on in this process of determining the feasibility of moving forward." Doc Brown and Marty McFly with the DeLorean DMC-12 in Back to the Future
The new DMC-12 will retain its recognisable gull-wing doors and a stainless steel body, features first conceived by Giorgetto Giugiaro ? one of Italy's most famous car designers ? as well as contemporary additions such as a navigation system and heated seats.
"The new DeLorean will have bigger wheels, bigger brakes, and shocks [shock absorbers] from 'a famous German supplier'," said the statement.

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