15. Lotus Esprit’s Bond Submarine Car
A miscommunication during production saw a specially modified Lotus Esprit shell sent to the set of the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me. This unexpected twist transformed the wedge-shaped sports car into the infamous Bond “submarine,” instantly making it a pop culture legend. The car’s on-screen aquatic exploits boosted its allure and sales, establishing the Esprit as an icon of innovation and style. More at Autocar.