Sometimes it’s fun to poke fun at ugly cars like the first generation Fiat Multipla or Pontiac Aztek. But every once in a while, it’s important to take a step back and appreciate some of the finer things in life. And that’s what we want to do today.
After make a call for the ugliest cars of all time Yesterday, we’re now tracking your picks for startlings in the automotive world. We want to hear about the cars that you think might be the most beautiful creations on four wheels.
Whether it is the timeless elegance of the Ferrari 250 GT California or the functional beauty of something like Lotus 49 won two Formula 1 world championships from 1968 to 1970, a lot of factors can make a car beautiful.
Go Ford RS200, For example. It’s supposed to be one of the best fast Fords of all time, and its racing pedigree means it comes with bites to match its shell. But as well as impressive performance, it also offers outstanding looks, thanks to its derivation from Group B of world racing from the 1980s.
This means that the car’s styling exudes technical excellence no matter which way you look at it. That squat front end alludes to where the engine is located at the rear, while that long overhang from the wing mirrors to the rear spoiler hints at the aviation packaging it needs to stay on the road.
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Then, there are the cute little air intakes that pop out from either side of the roof and the way those round headlights have been integrated into the hood. Lovely stuff.
So, now it’s your turn. Head to the comments section below and let us know your picks for the best-looking cars ever made. We’ll round up some of the most popular suggestions in a slideshow tomorrow.
