Delorean
The DeLorean is a sports car produced by the DeLorean Motor Company in the 1980s. The company was founded by John DeLorean, a former executive at General Motors, and the DeLorean car was his brainchild. The DeLorean gained notoriety for its unique design, which included gull-wing doors and a stainless steel body.
The DeLorean was produced from 1981 to 1983 and was powered by a rear-mounted 2.8-liter V6 engine that produced up to 130 horsepower. The car featured a number of advanced features for its time, including power windows, power locks, and a digital dashboard.
Despite its unique design and advanced features, the DeLorean struggled to find success in the market due to a number of factors, including high production costs, quality control issues, and negative publicity surrounding John DeLorean’s legal troubles. Production of the DeLorean ceased in 1983 after only about 9,000 cars were produced.
The DeLorean gained a cult following in the years following its production, due in part to its appearance in the popular 1980s film “Back to the Future.” The car was featured as a time machine in the film, which helped to solidify its place in popular culture. Today, the DeLorean remains a symbol of 1980s automotive design and a favorite of car enthusiasts and collectors.