Ask any car aficionado about what they think about machinery and they’ll most likely give you their list of favorite car makes and models. Admiring cars isn’t just about seeing what’s outside, but its inner beauty is just as important. Sure, some cars are as ugly as can be while packing some serious heat. But that’s not what this list is about. Take a look at the most majestic cars ever made and don’t forget to share with your friends!
1. Duesenberg Model J (1928)
There is a longstanding rumor that the phrase “it’s a doozy” comes from the Duesenberg brand. They were known for being some of the most powerful vehicles on the road, and a “doozy” referred to any car that was hard to overtake. The Model J was considered to be the most perfect Duesenberg vehicle with an exterior that matched the pure power lurking beneath the hood. The Duesenberg line has long since been defunct, but their cars can still cost a pretty penny (several millions of pretty pennies, actually).
2. Jaguar E-Type Series Coupé (1961)
The 1960s saw a surge in Jaguar car popularity, and the E-Type Series 1 had a lot to do with this. In a Sports Car issues of that decade, this coupé was named the most beautiful car. It was known for having a sleek body, a high-powered engine, and perceived as being fit for James Bond.
3. BAC Mono (2011)
The single-seater BAC Mono isn’t what you’d normally call “pretty,” but it has a huge gathering of fans among car aficionados, especially among sci-fi fans. Its race car-esque appearance is fully supported by a lightweight, powerful engine that sends the car speeding from 0 to 60 in only 2.8 seconds.
4. Porsche 904 GTS (1964)
The 904 GTS was the perfect example of 1960’s chic, and motorheads absolutely loved cruising at its top speed of 160 MPH. Although the 904 GTS is no longer in production, many companies offer specialty services to recreate almost-perfect replicas for collectors.
5. Mercedes-Benz 300SL (1954)
The 300SL is a thing of legends. This car isn’t known just for having a sexy body and non-standard car doors, but its engine purred like a tiger when roaring past at high speeds. One of the most iconic features of the 300SL, other than its gullwing doors, was the gorgeous front-to-back lines.
6. Corvette C1 (1958)
There’s not a Corvette out there that isn’t beautiful, but the C1 is in a league of its own. The C1 is mainly considered to be the all-American sports car of the ’50s, and its retro lines, quad-headlights, and wheels are a true testament to this fact.
7. Bugatti Type 55 Roadster (1932)
Have you ever spent time wondering how Bugatti put itself on the map? It all began with car models like the Type 55 Roadster. Its curved design and circular headlamps were the beginning of a trend that many brands just couldn’t perfect. Today, the Roadster remains a classic, despite sporting a not-so-high-speed engine.
8. Ford GT (2016)
Sports cars by Ford have always been a favorite among car enthusiasts – their aerodynamic lines and beautiful colors have dropped jaws worldwide. But the 2016 GT is no regular Ford. The tapered cabin is enough to cause any collector to drool with longing.
9. Lamborghini Diablo (1994)
If you think of the elite, you think of Lamborghinis. There’s absolutely no way in hell you can be humble while driving any Lamborghini-made vehicle around the block. Among the classiest, most powerful supercars, the Diablo stands way, way out with its gullwing doors and tapered cabin. There’s no way you can look at this car and not fall in love!
10. Maserati AG6 (1953)
When it comes to vintage beauty, the AG6 by Maserati takes the cake. The proportions of this car may seem odd, but its curved body and twin exhausts somehow balance everything out. Needless to say, this vehicle, though not particularly powerful, has stood the test of time.
11. Ferrari 488 GTB (2015)
2015 was an excellent year for Ferrari. This was when the 488 GTB was released and awed car enthusiasts everywhere. It was automatically adopted as the unofficial symbol of the Hollywood elite due to its flashy, over-the-top appearance.
12. Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (1963)
Chevy’s line of Stingrays turned heads wherever they went, mainly due to being quite unaffordable at the time. Its daring design with torpedo wheel covers changed the way people saw sports cars in the 1960s.
13. McLaren F1 (1994)
McLaren cars are known for their raw power and flashy looks. By looking at this car, it would be hard to place which decade it belongs in. Its space-age looks and sloped cabin look like the F1 was manufactured only recently.
14. Porsche 911 (2004)
There’s absolutely no way anybody could make a list of the most beautiful cars without mentioning the 911. This car, made more than a decade ago, maintains the beautiful stylings that the Porsche brand is currently known for. The best thing about the 911 is that you know its a flashy car without it needing complex features.
15. Ferrari 250 GTO SWB (1959)
Many people regard the 250 GT to be Ferrari’s best-designed car, and we really can’t argue with that. Everything about it makes it stand out – from its flashy headlights, its sloped cabin, and large wheels, and its overall vibe. Any collector would kill to have one of these babies in their garage.
16. Lamborghini Miura (1970)
Many car designers look to the Miura for inspiration, despite it being released nearly 50 years back. Its low profile and edgy looks inspired an entire generation of supercar/muscle car aficionados.
17. Alfa Romero 8C 2900 (1936)
Try and think back on how rich people were depicted in classic cartoons. Most likely, they were riding an Alfa Romero-esque car inspired by the Alfa Romero. The long bonnet on this classic car made it look more like a locomotive than anything else, but what can we say? This screamed luxury.
18. Audi Avus (1991)
The Avus name may seem foreign even to Audi fans. This car was oozing beauty and class from every orifice, so we’re having a difficult time wrapping our heads around the fact that the Avus never made it to production. Oh, what could have been…
19. Lancia Stratos Zero (1971)
Lancia’s Zero was also a car model that was withheld from being mass-produced. It looks exactly what anybody from the 1970s would imagine a car from the 2000s to look like. This car mainly found a fan base from absolutely killing it in rallies. Rumor has it that Lancia is looking to bring the Zero back, albeit with less wedginess.
20. Dome Zero (1978)
The Dome Zero was an almost-perfect replica of the Stratus Zero. As you can see, it maintains the wedginess that the Stratus that fans yearned. And just like the Lancia, the Dome Zero never saw the light of day, mainly due to failing Japanese street standards. What a shame…
21. Cord 812 (1937)
Cord was a popular car brand that released several stylish models between the 20s and 40s. In its early years, the company was struggling to release a car model that stood out, but the 812 changed all of that in 1937. Its classic “coffin-nose” design was appealing to consumers throughout the US, and even today, it’s remembered as a wonderful piece of American engineering.
22. Auburn Speedster (1934)
Auburn was an Indiana-based car manufacturing brand that also reached its peak of fame in the 1930s. The Speedster was considered the most beautiful car of its time, and we can definitely agree with this opinion. Today, vintage Speedsters still turn heads at car shows. Anyone would love to have this toy parked in their garage.
23. Maserati Birdcage (2005)
Maserati’s cars have always been known for their flashiness, but some of their models never made it past the concept stage. The Birdcage is an example – it was displayed at car shows in 2004 and automatically attracted attention by every car enthusiast present. Sadly, this was as far as it went. Had it hit the market, it would have definitely become a must-have for status-seekers.
24. Ferrari 288 GTO (1983)
The 288 line consists of cars that can be identified from several miles away. Though its design isn’t nearly as flashy as other models on our list, it’s what’s under the hood that makes the 288 GTO so lovely.
25. Saleen S7 (2007)
Not many people are familiar with the Saleen name but don’t be fooled: this visually stunning vehicle is like nothing any from the early 2000s could have ever dreamed of. Its body was inspired by the shapely yet intimidating body of a shark. For the speed-lovers out there, you may want to save up for a second-hand S7 since it has a top speed of almost 300 MPH!
