When Design Departments Went Rogue: 15 Cars That Looked Like Nothing Else on the Road

2. DeLorean DMC-12

The DeLorean DMC-12 is instantly recognizable, thanks to its unpainted stainless steel body and dramatic gullwing doors. While its futuristic looks made it stand out in the early 1980s, the car’s real claim to fame came from its starring role in Back to the Future.
Despite a short production run, the DeLorean’s design and pop culture legacy have made it an icon unlike any other.
Read more about its story at Smithsonian Magazine.