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the story behind hyundai 1986 grandeur sedan before its restoration as a concept electric car
- Hyundai restores its 1986 Grandeur sedan into a concept electric car known as Azera, part of the Heritage series for studying design and history.
- The 1986 Grandeur sedan first introduced in 1975 marks Hyundai's production line inspiration.
- Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2021, Hyundai modernized the car's interiors and engine into an electric powertrain.
- Originally developed with Mitsubishi Motors, the sedan has features like a single-spoke steering wheel and jet airplane-style gear selector.
- The first-generation Hyundai 1986 Grandeur sedan is hailed as 'the best luxury car of its time' by the car manufacturer.
- The Azera evolved to have a long hood, horizontal body, and high-tech interiors paying homage to the first generation's feel.
- Hyundai plans to revive other old models like the 1991 Galloper with a digital nomad concept and the 1983 Stellar with a 'small luxury' makeover.
- The Grandeur Heritage series by Hyundai looks to the future of car designs and aims to blend present trends with past inspirations.
- The future of the 1986 Grandeur sedan concept electric car remains undetermined for production, leaving room for potential real-life models.
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