12. The Soviet-Era Aesthetic
The Yugo’s appearance was the epitome of Eastern Bloc design—all sharp angles and no-nonsense utility. Its boxy silhouette and plain finishes made it stand out on Western roads, often for the wrong reasons. As BBC points out, the Yugo looked like it came straight from a Cold War backdrop. While some found this style charmingly retro, most saw it as a fashion faux pas.