MY THINKING
Rose Moon was all about movement and flow. I wanted the curves to feel natural, like they belonged together, and I didn’t want any harsh breaks in the design. My goal was for the shape to look like it was in motion even when it was standing still. I kept adjusting the transitions between surfaces until it all felt like one complete form.
Overall Design: Inspired by the McLaren Speedtail and classic teardrop and Coke-bottle shapes, the Rose Moon has a sleek, elongated body for maximum aerodynamic efficiency. The absence of a rear wing and smooth curves help the entire car act as a single aerodynamic surface.
Aerodynamics: A full underbody diffuser, a sharply tapered rear end, and contoured upper body lines contribute to low drag and high-speed stability.
Lighting: All lights are fire-powered using kerosene tanks. Round Porsche-inspired headlights include rose emblems for branding. The taillights follow the same design logic.
Brand Accents: Bronze detailing throughout, including moon-shaped brake calipers and subtle highlights. Eye-shaped side mirrors are inspired by Pagani designs.
Engine & Intakes: Inverted W24 diesel engine, similar in layout to vintage aircraft engines. Turbo intakes are side-mounted with a massive radiator positioned on top. Hood and roof intakes bring airflow to the engine and cabin.
Wheels & Brakes: Luxurious wheel design paired with oversized brakes that nearly fill the wheel wells. The calipers are uniquely moon-shaped to reflect the car’s name.
Access & Storage: Features stylish gullwing doors, front and rear trunks, and shared compartments for kerosene tanks. A license plate bracket on the left allows for street legality.
Color Scheme: Only offered in black and bronze to reinforce its steampunk identity.
INTERIOR
Overall Design: Modeled after 1930s boats and airplanes, the interior combines brown and black leather with bronze accents. The result is both nostalgic and immersive, resembling a mechanical time machine.
Controls & Dash: Leather dashboard with two bronze stripes, filled with vintage-style analog dials. A large, ornate clock anchors the center. A unique dial controls the manually cranked windshield wiper, operated by the passenger.
Mechanical Features: All operations including headlights, turn signals, and more are controlled by mechanical levers. Exposed shift linkages highlight the raw mechanical nature. No electronics are used, including in heating or ventilation systems.
Steering & Pedals: 1970s-style steering wheel with tight pedal spacing for precise driving and rev-matching. The car features three pedals and a manual transmission with a race-inspired shifter.
Ventilation & Heating: Ventilation is passive, with air entering only while the car is moving. A large center vent provides heat. An air compressor system, engaged manually via clutch, powers the air-start system for the engine.
Storage & Utility: Small pockets on either side of the cabin for storage, a glovebox for the passenger, and minimal yet useful gauges including tachometer (revving to 5,000 RPM), speedometer, and boost gauge for the six turbos.
Additional Features: Manual locks, race harnesses, visible mirrors, and reinforced structure for street legality. Starting is done via a left-hand starter switch, similar to Porsche race cars, enabling simultaneous startup and gear engagement.
TOOLS: Autodesk Fusion