But about the hood, I'd shy away from the carbon fiber look. Unless the car has some hi-tech gadgets under hood (EFI) and an updated fancy interior to match, it would clash IMO.
The 3d stripes sounds cool but I'd have to see an example.
Perhaps understanding where I'm going with the car would help.
My plan for the car is to "renovate", not restore it. By that I mean upgrade and modernize it while keeping the original form. The engine compartment is cleaned up and will have a modern A/C compressor and master cylinder showing. Fuel injection is planned, but I haven't won the lottery yet. Suspension is upgraded as far as I can go without going the Alterkation/AirRide route. I'll be using Wilwood disks, 17" wheels and low profile rubber on all 4 corners. I'm hoping that the final stance will be somewhat in the weeds, but still able to handle everyday conditions. The lighting will be modernized with LED tail-lights and modern headlights. The interior will be updated with carbon fiber on the dash and AutoMeter Gauges similar to what GoodysGotACUDA did. I'm putting in power windows and locks and the stereo will be
kickin'. The seats will be modern and recovered in leather and suede, but the door panels and console will be stock, save for the burled walnut trim I'm using instead of the stock vinyl stick-on's.
As for the 3D effects. I'll have to see an example myself. If you happened to catch the Overhaulin' episode where they tricked out a Dodge Magnum; the effect was used on the HEMI emblem's.