What is the best looking car ever made?

[UK CARS]

A few examples:

Jaguar E type, Xj220, Mk2, Xk ss
Lamborghini Muira, Countach, Murcielago, Gallado,
Aston martin Db5, Db7, Db9, Vanquish, Db4 Gt zagato
Ferrari 250 gto, Dino, Daytona, Testarossa, 288 gto, F40, F50, 456, Maralleno/550, 360, Enzo
Lotus Esprit, Elise, Elite
Porsche 911, Carrera Gt, 959
Mercedes Benz 300 sl, Slr Mclaren, Clk Gtr
Ford Gt40, Mustang
Bentley Continental Gt
Citroen Ds
Ac/Shelby cobra, Gt350, Gt500
Pagani Zonda
Mclaren F1
Buggati Eb110, Veyron
Morgan Plus 8, Aero 8
Mg B, A twin cam, Metro 6r4
Bmw M1, Csl (batmobile)
Tvr Tuscan, Cerbera, Speed 12


Theres a lot, A might of missed a few.
Some of these might seem ugly too you.
What do reckon? :confused:

Mine is the E Type everytime.............

[itisi]

I would say the ferrari 288 gto but then again i had to think about this post for about 5 minutes :D

[Suka]

Jaguar XJ13.

[Rijoh]

Ferrari F50

[SL500]

Miura,but one question
whats the point of posting threads like this?
the best car ever-the best looking car ever....?

[Scientist]

Very hard choice between the ones you listed, I voted Ferrari 250 GTO.
But the one I really prefer isn't on the list, it's in my avatar: Alfa Romeo Brera.
I saw the concept up close on AutoRai in 2003 (Dutch car show) and it's sooooo beautiful!

[UK CARS]

Miura,but one question
whats the point of posting threads like this?
the best car ever-the best looking car ever....?


There is a difference between them both,
a lotus elise is a good looking car but is it one of the best cars ever? NO.

[carlover]

From those options I would pick the Porsche Carrera GT but the best looking car ever is the Saleen S7!

[carlover]

The public poll says that Jones.dk voted 5 times. How the hell did he do that??? :confused: :confused: :confused:

[Doza]

The public poll says that Jones.dk voted 5 times. How the hell did he do that??? :confused: :confused: :confused:
Checkboxes.
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Where's the Corvette at? All gens are good looking.

[Doza]

Daihatsu Naked
http://car.biglobe.ne.jp/news/img/daihatsu-naked-001.jpg

[Egg Nog]

What the hell... someone voted for the Enzo! Something has gone seriously wrong...

[Batmobile_Turbo]

Checkboxes.
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Where's the Corvette at? All gens are good looking.
for me it is the Corvette C5, and the Saleen S7.
i also think that the 1960s 911 was one of the best looking cars and also the 356s.
i voted for the Esprit on the poll

[crisis]

Daihatsu Naked
http://car.biglobe.ne.jp/news/img/daihatsu-naked-001.jpg
If thats what its really called I'll vote for it. I think it should keep its clothes on though.

[Doza]

If thats what its really called I'll vote for it. I think it should keep its clothes on though.
That's the closest to Flesh color I could find. I heard about this car in some other thread and set out to find it. It outstyles any other vehicle.

[DiabloGTR]

Out of all the ones you mentioned, the Jaguar E Type is probably the best looking car.
I also think classic Ferraris of the 60's were great looking cars.
In the modern era the Murcielago is the best looking car.

[Spastik_Roach]

Ahh. The 1997 Ford Falcon GT. That is one helluva car. The Falcon EL always looked good and the GT capitalized on that.


http://www.fpv.com.au/upload/image/164_8x29x200261623PM.jpg

[ShadowMoses]

There is a difference between them both,
a lotus elise is a good looking car but is it one of the best cars ever? NO.

OK, i understand there's a difference but.. whats the point of EITHER?
What will that accomplish? Its far too vague a topic, nobody will learn or gain anything NEW from anything like this! Its unoriginal and every case has been argued thousands of times, not in this forum but in the pubs of the world. We only know our answer and none of us are goin to be swayed by anybody elses opinion.

[crisis]

OK, i understand there's a difference but.. whats the point of EITHER?
What will that accomplish? Its far too vague a topic, nobody will learn or gain anything NEW from anything like this! Its unoriginal and every case has been argued thousands of times, not in this forum but in the pubs of the world. We only know our answer and none of us are goin to be swayed by anybody elses opinion.
I'm glad we are getting more people who understand the futility of these types of post. Some creativity please gentlemen. +1 for you sir.

[crisis]

Ahh. The 1997 Ford Falcon GT. That is one helluva car. The Falcon EL always looked good and the GT capitalized on that.


http://www.fpv.com.au/upload/image/164_8x29x200261623PM.jpg
That is one of the worst body kit out. The grille looks like a storm water drain and what is it with Ford and bonnet scoops? Cant they make their engines fit?

[Nitemare]

i voted for porsche carrera gt... but i think a mc laren f1 should have been one of the options..

[Ferrari F50]

Ferrari F50

http://www.kanban.ne.jp/CG_gallery/seisakunikki/f50/13.jpg

[ZerK]

I only voted once, didn't realise it was multiple choice... anyway, the E-Type deserves my only vote :)

Jag E-Type
Jag D-Type
Jag XK120
Jag XK180
Jag mkII
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Aston Martin DB5
Aston Martin DB9
Aston Martin DB7 GT
Alfa Romeo 8c Competizione [spelling? :o]
Ford GT
Morgan Aero8
MG SV
MGB GT V8

The list goes on, and on, and on...




Oh yeah, and the Land Rover Defender 90. No, really!

[Spastik_Roach]

Bonnet Humps are actually seen in New Zealand and Australia as a very grunty looking feature and it is for more than looks as it A:Cooling the engine and B: Allowing the engine to fit in the engine bay. Personally I think the grille looks great. I had the displeasure of seeing a EL Falcon with a tacky golden falcon as a grille the other day and I was glad they didn't fit one of those to the GT. Anyway these look heaps beter than the HSV GTS that was its main rival back then which looks like a angry rotten banana.

http://www.hsv.com.au/images/cars/classics/brochure/gtsr.jpg

[crisis]

Bonnet Humps are actually seen in New Zealand and Australia as a very grunty looking feature and it is for more than looks as it A:Cooling the engine and B: Allowing the engine to fit in the engine bay. Personally I think the grille looks great. I had the displeasure of seeing a EL Falcon with a tacky golden falcon as a grille the other day and I was glad they didn't fit one of those to the GT. Anyway these look heaps beter than the HSV GTS that was its main rival back then which looks like a angry rotten banana.

You are entitled to you opinion. Bonnet humps can be an aid to cooling. Thats of course if there is a corresponding hole in the bonnet which in many cases there isnt. As far as fitting an engine in an engine bay, how about making the engine bay big enough in the first place.

[Egg Nog]

That's four votes for the Enzo now!...

Either Chinky_boi, butuco, pabitande, and schumifan are blind or they were all completely hammered when they voted :)

[Chinky_boi]

From those options I would pick the Porsche Carrera GT but the best looking car ever is the Saleen S7!
i like the porsche carrera GT better because of its design. the Saleen s7 looks kinda cool but kinda reminds me of a fish

[Spastik_Roach]

Yo Zerk, totally with you on the Defender.Not all beautiful cars need less ground clearance than a fat sausage dog...

http://perso.club-internet.fr/aebergon/photos_Land_Rover/Defender_

[IL Duce]

Fantastic pictures on that F50 and Jag E!! not too big tho, but especially the JAg is looking fantastic in this position, even more that otherwise ;) !!!

[waynesplash]

Hi there,

My car is not on the it’s the Jaguar XK8 or XKR, the first versions 1996-2004 I have one, and have had for three months, and I was thinking before I bought it, in a few months t will not have the same appeal as it had before I owned it, but it keeps on just give me a huge buzz, kick when I see it.

I did think the DB7 was the best looking car ever, which a lot of opeople think is, but I parcked my XK next to a DB7 two weeks ago, and in my opinion my XK won hands down.

Wayne

[Guara0007]

Don't forget Marcello Gandini's Pantera Si. One of the best designs ever.:D

[dv8NoirFSq]

Voted for the Vanquish and Carrera GT .. why ?
I'll planning to buy one of them within the next year

[Ferrer]

It's none of those actually. The 1938 Talbot-Lago T150 Figoni et Falaschi "Gotte d'Eau" comes close to the title though. And out of those the best looking is probably the Jag.

[IWantAnAudiRS6]

DB7 and 250 GTO reign supreme for me...

[clutch-monkey]

modern - DB9
older - e-type

edit: lol, why is the enzo and the continental GT on the poll

[IWantAnAudiRS6]

And why did 250 GTO select pretty much everything? :p

[The_Canuck]

And why did 250 GTO select pretty much everything? :p
LOL! how is that possible?

[6speed]

How can the Vanquish be beating the 250 GTO?

[Ferrer]

How can the Vanquish be beating the 250 GTO?
More inexplicable is how the Enzo can have so many votes...

[The_Canuck]

Voted for the Vanquish and Carrera GT .. why ?
I'll planning to buy one of them within the next year
From where?:confused:

[The_Canuck]

More inexplicable is how the Enzo can have so many votes...
:D :D :D :D :D

[Fleet 500]

I choose the '68-'69 Dodge Charger ('68 Hemi-Charger in photo).
Great styling!

[ptclaus98]

A few examples:

Jaguar E type, Xj220, Mk2, Xk ss
Lamborghini Muira, Countach, Murcielago, Gallado,
Aston martin Db5, Db7, Db9, Vanquish, Db4 Gt zagato
Ferrari 250 gto, Dino, Daytona, Testarossa, 288 gto, F40, F50, 456, Maralleno/550, 360, Enzo
Lotus Esprit, Elise, Elite
Porsche 911, Carrera Gt, 959
Mercedes Benz 300 sl, Slr Mclaren, Clk Gtr
Ford Gt40, Mustang
Bentley Continental Gt
Citroen Ds
Ac/Shelby cobra, Gt350, Gt500
Pagani Zonda
Mclaren F1
Buggati Eb110, Veyron
Morgan Plus 8, Aero 8
Mg B, A twin cam, Metro 6r4
Bmw M1, Csl (batmobile)
Tvr Tuscan, Cerbera, Speed 12


Theres a lot, A might of missed a few.
Some of these might seem ugly too you.
What do reckon? :confused:

Mine is the E Type everytime.............
I would say add the Toyota 2000GT, for subtle curves and a beautiful front fascia.

[2ndclasscitizen]

Out of the poll, I went for the Espirit. The original one.

[Eurocar]

The "Best Loooking Car" in the world? Well now thats a bit hard! There are only a few truly beautiful cars out there, but they're all from Europe of course! Cars such as the:Aston Martin DB5/DB7/DB9, Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo Brera, Audi RS4, BMW Z4 3.0i M-Sport, Mercedes Benz SL, Mercedes SLR Mclaren Volkswagen Golf R32 Citroen C4/C6, Ferrari F355, Jaguar XK8, Rolls Royce 101 EX & Maserati Quattroporte are definately strong candidates. But the car that is the best looking in the world is certainly the Aston Martin DB9/DBS.

[Fleet 500]

The "Best Loooking Car" in the world? Well now thats a bit hard! There are only a few truly beautiful cars out there, but they're all from Europe of course! Cars such as the:Aston Martin DB5/DB7/DB9, Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo Brera, Audi RS4, BMW Z4 3.0i M-Sport, Mercedes Benz SL, Mercedes SLR Mclaren Volkswagen Golf R32 Citroen C4/C6, Ferrari F355, Jaguar XK8, Rolls Royce 101 EX & Maserati Quattroporte are definately strong candidates. But the car that is the best looking in the world is certainly the Aston Martin DB9/DBS.
Styling is subjective, of course, but do you really think that something like a VW Golf R32, which looks like a rounded box, looks better than these cars?

[Equinox]

i would have to go with those cars in the pics than a VW Golf

[Fleet 500]

i would have to go with those cars in the pics than a VW Golf
I certainly agree. I mean, c'mon... there's no comparison- the Golf looks like it was hit in the back by a semi! :D

[Equinox]

I certainly agree. I mean, c'mon... there's no comparison- the Golf looks like it was hit in the back by a semi! :D
:D just like the smart car!:p

[Fleet 500]

:D just like the smart car!:p
That one is just as bad!

[Equinox]

i hate that car!

everytime i see someone in one i just have to laugh at them

[Fleet 500]

i hate that car!

everytime i see someone in one i just have to laugh at them
I know the feeling. ;)

[Niko_Fx]

I'd take the Golf :)

[gtface]

I love the look of Koenigsegg CC8S and the CCX, especially frm the front (not quite as thrilled about the view from the side). I have also been in love with the Dodge Viper GTS Coupe as long as I can remember. There are a lot of beautiful cars out there.

[Fleet 500]

I'd take the Golf :)
If you like a car that's shaped like a rounded outhouse, go ahead! :D

[Ferrer]

Styling is subjective, of course, but do you really think that something like a VW Golf R32, which looks like a rounded box, looks better than these cars?
I can't say they are beautiful. They are good looking and I like them, but there are many (american) better looking cars. Neither do I like the current Golf, too tall.

[Jskrible]

http://www.marshu.com/images-website/cars-concepts-future-supercars/lamborghini-countach.jpg

[MclarenF1GT!!!!]

why isnt Mclaren F1 GT on the best looking list? or the pininfarina p4/5?

[MclarenF1GT!!!!]

i forgot how to get a picture of a car for your thing

[MclarenF1GT!!!!]

Mclaren!!!!!

[6speed]

I think the best looking car in the world is whatever you make it out to be:).

[The_Canuck]

I think the best looking car in the world is whatever you make it out to be:).
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. :)

[6speed]

Exactly:)

Wow me and you are really thinking along the same lines today:)

[The_Canuck]

Exactly:)

Wow me and you are really thinking along the same lines today:)
Except i laughed at the damn toilet song, :D :p .

[Kooper]

I went for the 250 GTO, Miura and CGT, but I think the Alfa 33 Stradale has to be among my favourites...

[Mr.Tiv]

TVR Jomar bodied by Ray Saidel.

[jcp123]

My best looking car ever was a '37 Cadillac Series 90 V16 Roadster, with a body by Hartmann designed to look like a Figoni + Falaschi body (which he did very well). It was sold to a Swiss aristocrat of some kind. It's bounced around thorugh the years even having been sold as a real F+F bodied car. Right now it resides at the Blackhawk Auto Museum in California, where I saw it. It was an absolute drop dead gorgeous car, and I daresay is more than a little awe-inspiring. Definitely the car I think of when I think of the most beautiful car ever.

[HSVLVR]

The Enzo in my oppinion kicks arse.

[ggg]

Ferrari F50:
yeah that car is cool:D

[Amaru]

Aston Martin DB9, a shame it's not on the list.

[Ferrari p4\5]

there is no such thing called the most beautiful car in the world , it's a relative issue .. a matter of taste .
i personally love the Ferrari F430 ..

[kingofthering]

VW GTI MkV or the Ferrari 250 GTO.

[john14]

BMW M3 for me. (2nd - Lamborghini Miura (original), 3rd - 2000 Rolls Royce Corniche 4th - Lamborghini Gallardo)

[cup]

I really really love cars especially antique ones and the question gave me a change to google some images and be nostalgic.

I suppose some would favor the new designs and there is much to be said in their favor but my personal favorite is the Jaguar E type.

Link removed

A short post I was inspired to write.

[NicFromLA]

Aston Martin DB9, a shame it's not on the list.

Much better than the DB7.

[NicFromLA]

I selected the 250 GTO, but only because it's closest to my top picks: 250 GT Cabriolet Series I, 250 California Spyder LWB and 250 SWB Berlinetta.

Plus I noticed there weren't any pre-war cars on that list. In that case most of the Alfa-Romeo 2.9s and some of the Bugatti Type 57s would be on my list. And for the Americans car lovers any Duesenberg with a Murphy body.

[Ferrer]

Much better than the DB7.
I disagree strongly...

Plus I noticed there weren't any pre-war cars on that list. In that case most of the Alfa-Romeo 2.9s and some of the Bugatti Type 57s would be on my list. And for the Americans car lovers any Duesenberg with a Murphy body.
...and agree with that.

[jcp123]

Out of those, I picked the Miura and the Esprit.

Although if the 250 line had been represented by a 250 GT Pininfarina 2+2 I'd have selected that one in a heartbeat.

[Lotec_Sirius]

Out of those I picked the DB7, Miura, 250 GTO (although I think the GT SWB is even prettier) and the Carrera GT

[torque55]

for me it has to be a ferrari or an austin martin or the carrera gt.
i think the f-50 and the 288 gto are the best to look at.

[NicFromLA]

for me it has to be a ferrari or an austin martin or the carrera gt.
i think the f-50 and the 288 gto are the best to look at.

What's "Austin Martin"? I never heard of this company? I've heard of Aston Martin and Austin Healey before.

Sorry but you've just struck one of my pet peeves.

[Ferrer]

What's "Austin Martin"? I never heard of this company? I've heard of Aston Martin and Austin Healey before.

Sorry but you've just struck one of my pet peeves.
An Austin Martin is when someone called Martin owns a beige Austin Princess.

Probably.

[Roentgen]

Bugatti Veyron Pur Sang. Fullstop.

[torque55]

What's "Austin Martin"? I never heard of this company? I've heard of Aston Martin and Austin Healey before.

Sorry but you've just struck one of my pet peeves.

i think you do know what i mean

[jcp123]

There's a '37 Cadillac V-16 roadster that is (was?) at the Blackhawk Auto Museum in Danville, CA. It was built for a Swiss gentryman and playboy and bodied by a local coachbuilder who was inspired by Figoni + Falaschi's amazing, flowing designs. I'd seen this car in pictures before, but when I actually saw the car in person, it was beyond words. This thing has an awesome presence - I was nearly reduced to tears when I saw the car. Here's a before and current photo, the latter of which was taken at the Blackhawk Auto Museum, exactly as I saw the car. I also included a link to the history of her.

The Swiss Roadster (http://www.car-nection.com/yann/Dbas_txt/16hrtm.htm)

[Uberquik_Hachi]

Found an awesome page with heaps of pics of Eleanor in a range of scenery
Take a peak
Eleanor Mustang (http://www.ramspeed.nl/eleanor_pics.asp)

[henk4]

There's a '37 Cadillac V-16 roadster that is (was?) at the Blackhawk Auto Museum in Danville, CA. It was built for a Swiss gentryman and playboy and bodied by a local coachbuilder who was inspired by Figoni + Falaschi's amazing, flowing designs. I'd seen this car in pictures before, but when I actually saw the car in person, it was beyond words. This thing has an awesome presence - I was nearly reduced to tears when I saw the car. Here's a before and current photo, the latter of which was taken at the Blackhawk Auto Museum, exactly as I saw the car. I also included a link to the history of her.

The Swiss Roadster (http://www.car-nection.com/yann/Dbas_txt/16hrtm.htm)

I would not call it the most beautiful car in the world but the history around it, is amazing, especially the efforts to increase the value of the car...

[dydzi]

I would not call it the most beautiful car in the world but the history around it, is amazing, especially the efforts to increase the value of the car...

witty irony as always :D as to cadillac it surely looks great, but any delahaye, bugatti or hispano suiza of this era can compete with it. so not the best ever.

[SlickHolden]

Daewoo Lanos!.

[dydzi]

Daewoo Lanos!.

still, a work of giorgietto giugiaro...

[Type17]

If it was me I'd have either the Murcielago or the Carrera GT (I voted Carrera GT). To be honest I think the Murcielago looks a lot better but there's something mesmerizing about the Carrera GT that attracts me so much more than any Lambo. Maybe the fact that it's a Porsche and I've always loved Porsche.

[jcp123]

witty irony as always :D as to cadillac it surely looks great, but any delahaye, bugatti or hispano suiza of this era can compete with it. so not the best ever.

Well...styling is so subjective it's hard to grade on an absolute scale...it's a car that really doesn't show up well in photos either. Blackhawk's full of absolutely drop dead gorgeous Rollers, Delahayes, Ferraris, Duesenbergs, you name it...and maybe it's the setting (this Cad gets the crown jewel setting of the whole museum, the cars on the lower floor get the shaft compared to the cars on the upper deck), but they just didn't come across with the presence of this car. Even with the original owner standing next to it, you don't realize just how big this car is until you stand next to it...

In all fairness, though, my next fav there was a big purplish-pinkish Delahaye...

[Sledgehammer]

How about a 1968 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, but their are simply so many cars out their that appeal for so many different reasons.

[scottie300z]

Out of this list if the e-type was replaced w/ the d-type then that would get my vote.

[Niko_Fx]

If it was me I'd have either the Murcielago or the Carrera GT (I voted Carrera GT). To be honest I think the Murcielago looks a lot better but there's something mesmerizing about the Carrera GT that attracts me so much more than any Lambo. Maybe the fact that it's a Porsche and I've always loved Porsche.

The exhaust note makes it a lot more beautiful :D

[key1710]

Why is the Enzo even on there?
I mean look at it!
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[key1710]

And the prettiest has got to be a Merc!
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[Ferrer]

The exhaust note makes it a lot more beautiful :D
Lambo's V12 isn't bad at all either... ;)

And the prettiest has got to be a Merc!
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Mercs aren't beautiful (except perhaps the Gullwing), but they surely are elegant and timeless. Altough none of the ones you posted are the best actually. One of these (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0e/71-Mercedes-Benz-280SL-1.jpg/800px-71-Mercedes-Benz-280SL-1.jpg) will do. Failing that, one of those (http://www.heritageclassics.com/mercedes/71grn280se/A.jpg) will do as well.

[clutch-monkey]

this is waaaay too subjective and prone to too mnay variations/interpretations to even begin to have a meaningful answer...

[Type17]

The Enzo is a gargoyle really, never liked it. I'd still do some crazy shit to be able to afford one though.

2ndly, people's idea of beauty changes depending on the experiences they've had in their life. Beauty is also much more than looks... it's aura, sound, and feel, etc... Emotional attachment plays a big role too...

[key1710]

Ok if you dont like Mercs what about these?
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[RPower]

Ferrari F355 Spider :)

[MINICOOPER120]

Although there are other cars I prefer that aren't on the list, I've always loved the Lotus Esprit. The Jaguar E-Type is close behind.

[faksta]

250 GTO. Though it was very tough to choose between it and a Miura.

[SaleenFiend]

Is there any doubt? Anybody that knows anything about cars knows the McLaren is in at least the top 5 and it wasn't even an option on the list.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Is there any doubt? Anybody that knows anything about cars knows the McLaren is in at least the top 5 and it wasn't even an option on the list.

it's about the look of the car, not the performance of the car. and i am one of those that actually like the F1 look. but it isn't "the best looking". for sure.
i voted for the Miura, but so many are missing and so many are equivalently good...impossible. The 33 Stradale is probably better than the Miura though.

[nota]

it's about the look of the car, not the performance of the car.
Absolutely!

Supercars don't hold the morgage on automotive beauty. There have been plenty of vehicles of other genre that are outstandingly attractive, for a variety of reasons, and which for style-appeal would put many of those 'best looking' supercars in the shade, imho

[Frenske]

It is a though question and the answer is not easy for me to give since it really depends on the mood.

I would say at this moment the Toyota 2000GT comes to mind. Although it is very similar to the Jaguar E-type it just is better looking mainly due the better aerodynamic front window.
From the cars now in production I would think the Aston Martin Vanquish and the Alfa Romeo 8C are the best looking cars (from the cars I know).
But at this moment I would not be buying any of them ... well because they stonking expensive and impracticable and would go for the beautiful Jaguar XF.

[Frenske]

Absolutely!

Supercars don't hold the morgage on automotive beauty. There have been plenty of vehicles of other genre that are outstandingly attractive, for a variety of reasons, and which for style-appeal would put many of those 'best looking' supercars in the shade, imho

I totally agree. Actually before the WWII and 1960ties a lot of beautiful cars have been made such as the:
Talbot-Lago T150C SS
Bentley R-type Continental
Porsche 356
BMW 507
Actually I think the BMW Z4 coupe can be put in that list too. Although at this time a lot of people think bad of it I think in the future people will look back and look in awe to it.

[Ferrer]

I totally agree. Actually before the WWII and 1960ties a lot of beautiful cars have been made such as the:
Talbot-Lago T150C SS
Bentley R-type Continental
Porsche 356
BMW 507
Actually I think the BMW Z4 coupe can be put in that list too. Although at this time a lot of people think bad of it I think in the future people will look back and look in awe to it.
I doubt a Z4 is even remotely in the same league as a T150C, a Continental or a 507.

[wwgkd]

Very very true. I have a special place for the series 1 E-type, but that's mostly because without one I wouldn't have been born. It is an amazing car, but for me best looking ever may have to go to the new Alfa 8C.

[LTSmash]

Very very true. I have a special place for the series 1 E-type, but that's mostly because without one I wouldn't have been born. It is an amazing car, but for me best looking ever may have to go to the new Alfa 8C.

Explain please.

[wwgkd]

Explain please.

It was my dad's second car (first was an MGA) and what he was driving in college when he met and married my mom. He tells me the odds were good that I was concieved in it. He also likes to point out that it's a lot easier to pick up women driving a car like that than a van or something.

[LTSmash]

It was my dad's second car (first was an MGA) and what he was driving in college when he met and married my mom. He tells me the odds were good that I was concieved in it.

That is the funniest thing I've heard all week. :D

[cmcpokey]

I doubt a Z4 is even remotely in the same league as a T150C, a Continental or a 507.

going on about bimmers, there is a 3.0CS at my school that i go past pretty much daily with my current schedule. today i decided that to me, that is the perfect embodiment of a BMW. stunning in every regard, proportions are perfect, the details are well thought out, and the glass/metal ratio is exactly what it should be.

[Kitdy]

I doubt a Z4 is even remotely in the same league as a T150C, a Continental or a 507.

Subjective but I know what you are on about. Classic collective mind think car fans regard the others higher yes.


It was my dad's second car (first was an MGA) and what he was driving in college when he met and married my mom. He tells me the odds were good that I was concieved in it. He also likes to point out that it's a lot easier to pick up women driving a car like that than a van or something.

Post of entire UCP history.

[nota]

I totally agree. Actually before the WWII and 1960ties a lot of beautiful cars have been made such as the:

This one makes it onto my list :)

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z125/nota_photo/th_RenaultDGRothschild1913.jpg (http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z125/nota_photo/RenaultDGRothschild1913.jpg)

[Frenske]

I doubt a Z4 is even remotely in the same league as a T150C, a Continental or a 507.

Only time will tell! Who knows how the T150C was received when it came out? Maybe it generated the same reactions.

[Ferrer]

Subjective but I know what you are on about. Classic collective mind think car fans regard the others higher yes.
Not necessarily. Altough regulations don't help, the Aston Martin DB7 or the Alfa Romeo 8C can be with those in terms of looks.

Only time will tell! Who knows how the T150C was received when it came out? Maybe it generated the same reactions.
Well despite that I still think there's difference. The Z4 was designed to be striking and different, while all the ones you metioned not only were beautiful, but they were classy and elegant as well which I think helps a lot in terms of looks.

[3024E]

Mine is a tvr griffith

[MartB]

Even though I choose the Miura there are so many other good looking cars that I would consider on a list.
One of my absolute favourites is the Lancia Aurelia B20 GT, or why not the Alfa Giulia/Giulietta Sprint. A lot of the Zagato bodied cars are absolutely wonderful, for example the Aston Martin DB4 GTZ or the Fiat 8V Zagato and so on.

[NSXType-R]

It was my dad's second car (first was an MGA) and what he was driving in college when he met and married my mom. He tells me the odds were good that I was concieved in it. He also likes to point out that it's a lot easier to pick up women driving a car like that than a van or something.

Wow. That's freaking awesome. :D

[lowdrag]

What a strange and eclectic list! Where are the Figoni and Falashi bodied cars like the Delahaye, the Bugatti Atalante and so on? The E type; iconic but surely not, if you really look, the most beautiful - much too narrow a track if you study it properly (I've had mine 28 years so feel qualified to comment). The 250 GTO; which version? The "bread van" or the original 1962 car? Purposeful all, but not beautiful surely. I'd probably include a Gullwing Mercedes on my list of production cars, but to me the Atalanta is my favorite.

[henk4]

What a strange and eclectic list! Where are the Figoni and Falashi bodied cars like the Delahaye, the Bugatti Atalante and so on? The E type; iconic but surely not, if you really look, the most beautiful - much too narrow a track if you study it properly (I've had mine 28 years so feel qualified to comment). The 250 GTO; which version? The "bread van" or the original 1962 car? Purposeful all, but not beautiful surely. I'd probably include a Gullwing Mercedes on my list of production cars, but to me the Atalanta is my favorite.

Is that the Atalanta, like in the very limited number of pre-war British sportscars?

[lowdrag]

Sorry - typo. I was referring to the Bugatti

[henk4]

Sorry - typo. I was referring to the Bugatti
OK, although I would not be embarrassed if somebody choose the Atalanta, which won the the beauty contest at the Goodwood FoS in 2007....

[cmcpokey]

is this the one youre talking about? the delahaye rip-off?

1939 Bugatti Type 57 C Vanvooren Cabriolet - Images, Specifications and Information (http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/car/2044/Bugatti-Type-57-C-Vanvooren-Cabriolet.html)

seen it in person, and it was absolutely stunning. i havent seen the delahaye 165 in person, but i generally prefer delehayes to bugattis. the 165 has been my single favorite car for the better part of 15 years.

[henk4]

1936 - 1938 Bugatti Type 57 S Gangloff Atalante - Images, Specifications and Information (http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/car/3360/Bugatti-Type-57-S-Gangloff-Atalante.html)

no we are talking this one, and there are several more on the main page.

[cmcpokey]

oh ok, my bad.. it is also a stunning car (although i prefer the Van Vooren).

[lowdrag]

Thsi Figoni and Falaschi Delahaye belongs to a friend of mine. Simply stunning. My short nose is behind the delahaye here.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u216/lynxd67/Rallye%20des%20Bastides/FigoniFalashiDelahaye.jpg

[cmcpokey]

is that the 135 MS? You have to be specific with the F&F Delehayes, there's a bunch of them.

[henk4]

is that the 135 MS? You have to be specific with the F&F Delehayes, there's a bunch of them.

F&F did far more Delahayes, in a more normal shape than the well known exuberant ones, on 135/135M/135MS chassis, you name it, they did it.

as the most beautiful car also some of the Talbot Teardrops may qualify (See the most recent update)

[Ferrer]

I think it's a little unfair to compare pre-war car to post-war cars. The former are like sculptures, the latter are just transportation objects compared.

[henk4]

I think it's a little unfair to compare pre-war car to post-war cars. The former are like sculptures, the latter are just transportation objects compared.

the operative word in the thread title is "EVER"....so your argument has no value IMHO.

[Ferrer]

the operative word in the thread title is "EVER"....so your argument has no value IMHO.
It was meant as a compliment to pre-war cars, but nevermind.

[henk4]

It was meant as a compliment to pre-war cars, but nevermind.

yeah, you are right, sorry.

[lowdrag]

Personally I don't th8ink there is completely a predilection to pre-war cars anyway although in my opinion they were more beautiful before wind tunnels were invented and function overrode form. If you look at the latest Morgans then design is coming back into play. The aeromax for example; a beautiful car and now they are reproducing the three wheeler in pedal car form. Go for it Morgan!

[Ferrer]

Personally I don't th8ink there is completely a predilection to pre-war cars anyway although in my opinion they were more beautiful before wind tunnels were invented and function overrode form. If you look at the latest Morgans then design is coming back into play. The aeromax for example; a beautiful car and now they are reproducing the three wheeler in pedal car form. Go for it Morgan!
The Aeromax looks good because it looks a bit like one of those 30's Coupes. The problem with modern cars, as you say, is that what everyone want now is efficiency and aerodynamics and space.

What I want is elegance, style and charisma. And to hell with efficiency. and that's why the Mercedes-Benz CLS looks so much better than the E-Class despite being the same car.

[thedecky]

look mate the sexyest ever car is a 2003 BMW M3 coupe the are sexy as

[CarGeek]

Should consider the original SLR and the BMW 507

Art on wheels...http://img.motorpasion.com/galleries/mercedes-benz-slr-mclaren-stirling-moss/normal_1955_mercedes_benz_300_slr.jpg

http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/resources/2008/01/478v.jpg

[DesmoRob]

If I was to pick my own personal favorite, I'd have to say 1970's E-body Plymouth Barracuda.

[lukehil]

This is hard - it's a bit like asking who is the most beautiful woman, Cameron Diaz, Angelina, Liz Hurley, Linda evangelista, Megan Fox, the list goes on & on and somebody will always say "my wife". Truth be told most of us here can only dream of owning any one so they are all winners:)

[ozzycarnut]

for me its the muira and the gt40, but theres no gt40 in the poll, ah well.

[DesmoRob]

If I was to pick my own personal favorite, I'd have to say 1970's E-body Plymouth Barracuda.

wow... I was an idiot in 2009. Well not much has changed, but that's not my choice anymore.

[Ferrer]

wow... I was an idiot in 2009. Well not much has changed, but that's not my choice anymore.
So, what is it now?

[Magnum9987]

Should consider the original SLR and the BMW 507

Art on wheels...http://img.motorpasion.com/galleries/mercedes-benz-slr-mclaren-stirling-moss/normal_1955_mercedes_benz_300_slr.jpg

http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/resources/2008/01/478v.jpg
I second the SLR. But the 507? Not a chance.

[DesmoRob]

So, what is it now?

I don't think its possible for there to be a best looking car ever made. Its a matter of opinion of course, but its too big a title for any one car to have hanging over its name. There are many cars that I would say come close, but nothing is 100% perfect in that regard. I like many old Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes and Porsche, but I could never narrow it down to just one car.

[mikehussey]

Dodge Nitro ,BMW’s new Z4, Jaguar XJ, Alfa Romeo 8C are some of my favorites cars. Theirs looks are amazing

[Commodore GS/E]

The 904 GTS is a strong contender, but I can't really figure out which car I like most. If there was only one sort of car styling, I would be able to call my personal winner, but we all know that this isn't the fact.

[KillKevsCorsas]

Pagani Zonda F roadster 7.3 in orange/carbon two tone.

And by the way (i'm sure that this will be fired strait back at me but who cares), that Holden looks like a Vauxhall Carlton that had the front end of an Integra DC2 stuck on it, and then ram raided Halfords. Muscular? Ya. Beautiful? Nein.

But seriously, I reckon there are way too many good looking cars for most people to make a decision, e.g.:

Aston Martin One-77
Pagani Zonda F
Dauer 962 LM road car
Mclaren F1
Toyota GT-One TSO20 road car
Porsche 917K in Gulf livery
Peugeot 908 HDi FAP concept (the white and red one)
Aston Martin DBS
Ferrari 288 GTO
Ferrari FXX
Maserati Birdcage 75th Anniversary
Cadillac Cien
Peugeot 907 coupe
GT by Citroen

the list goes on...

[clutch-monkey]

i have no idea how people come to a single discrete choice..

[Bugace]

I have no chance choosing anyone of these cars.

Best looking?
First gen Bitter CD. Audi 100S Coupe. Skoda S110R Coupe. VW Karman Ghia.
Volvo P1800. Jaguar XK120. Ginetta G4. Lotus Europa. Alpine A310. 1960 Triumph Italia 2000 Vignale Coupe. Borgward Isabella Coupe. Mercedes 300SL Gullwing. Fiat Dino coupe, and Spider. Osi Ford Taunus M Coupe. 1967 Ghia 450SS. 1st gen Toyota Celica Liftback. Ford Corsair Convertible. '30s Alfa Romeo 2900. Panhard Dyna X86 Berlinetta Allemano. Fernandes & Darrin '32 Hispano J12. Brandone 1935 Hispano Suiza K6. 1937 Lancia Astura 233. Hino Contessa Sprint 1300GT. Alfa Romeo 1900 Ti Pinin Farina. Simca 1200 Coupe. 1st gen Chevrolet Corvair Coupe. Bristol 406 by Beutler. 1932 Daimler Double Six 40/50 Martin Walter Sports Saloon. I could go on.
But for some reason it is the Audi 100 S Coupe, '61 Oldsmobile 88 Bubbletop and Convertible, Bitter CD, and Maserati Indy that stick the best in my nutty gearhead.

[john12121]

From above listing i think Porsche Carrera GT is best looking car..Stunning design. Carrera GT a road car with the looks of a race one and also has improved aerodynamics.Its a finest sport company ever produced...

[jrgitar]

Race car: Ferrari 330 P4 and P3/4
Convertible: Jaguar E-type
Pre-war: Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic Coupe
On the list: 1962-63 Ferrari 250 GTO

EVER: 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Zagato sn:0515GT

[bermuda_import]

My top two


1) 1970's Lancia Stratos
2) 2011 Lancia Stratos

[KenPeterson]

Every car is beutiful.It depend on people what really attracts them.
I would go for Cerrana GT.most thing i like about its Firing sound....

[henk4]

Every car is beutiful.It depend on people what really attracts them.
I would go for Cerrana GT.most thing i like about its Firing sound....

the WHAT????

[FastDriver]

I voted for the Miura, only 2nd place, not bad :)

[cowboy14]

Jaguar XJ13.

[911fanboy]

From that list; Definitely the Miura!

[thebrochureman]

Why is the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale not in the poll. because it wasn't in the poll i chose the Jaguar E Type.

[steveb123]

My favorite is Ford Mustang GT and Lamborghini Aventador lp700-4. As per my view this two is best car.

[vettemanjoe]

First choice Ford GT40
Hands down! :cool: :cool::cool: :cool:

[brendan1988]

I personally like cars with flip-up headlight designs, so may vote goes to the Lotus Esprit.

[Matra et Alpine]

On that one ( and following anecdote ) the Matra Bagheera, Brendan :)

I owned one in the 70s, parked outside our office in Glasgow. Came out to car to find an enthusiast looking over it and we talked about the car, it's performance, the looks etc and he so much wanted one and where to buy etc. I then asked what he drove and he kind of shrugged, nodded over his shoulder and went "oh, that Esprit over there" !!

He would have swapped cars on the day !!!

[JimmySmith79]

Out of the options in the poll, I would have to say the Jaguar E type. It's timeless.

[Drones]

Ural-4320 :p

[danj175]

MR2 Turbo

[mazaxela]

From above listing i think Porsche Carrera GT is best looking car..Stunning design. kitchenlola.com (https://kitchenlola.com/) and headphone blog site (http://headphonepit.com/) Carrera GT a road car with the looks of a race one and also has improved aerodynamics.Its a finest sport company ever produced...

You've just summarized everything I needed to say about this car. Aerodynamic and stunning design at its finest.

[jcp123]

Ferrari 250GTE and the Lincoln Continental Mark II jump to mind. Also, I think the Miura looks stunning, the Aston DB4/5 and almost everything bodied by Figoni and Falaschi as well.

[tberg]

Old post, new reply. Of the cars listed, E-type Jag, Series 1. Of the cars not listed, my vote would go to the De Tomaso Mangusta with an honorable mention to the Pre L Pantera. Anyone who has any Lambo other than the Miura on their list needs to see an opthalmologist as soon as possible

[tberg]

Old post, new reply. Of the cars listed, E-type Jag, Series 1. Of the cars not listed, my vote would go to the De Tomaso Mangusta with an honorable mention to the Pre L Pantera. Anyone who has any Lambo other than the Miura on their list needs to see an opthalmologist as soon as possible

[henk4]

Old post, new reply. Of the cars listed, E-type Jag, Series 1. Of the cars not listed, my vote would go to the De Tomaso Mangusta with an honorable mention to the Pre L Pantera. Anyone who has any Lambo other than the Miura on their list needs to see an opthalmologist as soon as possible


Have you seen the Marzal in the flesh?

[tberg]

No I have not, but now you have me curious. I will have to do some research.

[henk4]

No I have not, but now you have me curious. I will have to do some research.


1967 Lamborghini Marzal - Images, Specifications and Information (https://www.ultimatecarpage.com/car/4845/Lamborghini-Marzal.html)

it is a one off, and has been recently restored to full running order. Owned in Switzerland and may be coming over to the US this year for some prestigious events.