10 most beautiful German cars in history
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German automakers have given us some great cars over the years, but there are some that really stand out. Local companies are known for their attention to detail, which allows them to create quality products that set new benchmarks for the industry.
It is the meticulous workmanship of every detail that allows German manufacturers to create some of the most beautiful and breathtaking cars the world has ever seen. They have a well understated design that allows them to keep their style forever. With Motor1, we present you with 10 of the most remarkable cars designed and manufactured by German companies.
Top 10 most beautiful German cars in history:
10. Porsche 356 Speedster.
Ferdinand Porsche's contribution to the automotive industry was motivated by his desire to make the automobile accessible to the general public. He designed the first such car, the Volkswagen Beetle, which could seat a family of four and had enough power to keep you at a reasonable speed on the highway.
The Porsche 356 Speedster has stayed true to this approach as it is also a beautiful sports car with meticulously crafted details. The model was also available in a convertible version and its price dropped below $ 3000.
9. BMW 328 Roadster
Automotive journalists from all over the world gathered at the end of the last millennium to choose the Car of the Century. The BMW 328 managed to take 25th place on this list and everyone agreed that it was one of the best models the Bavarian company has ever produced.
It is not only beautiful, but also impressive on the road. The BMW 328 won one of the toughest endurance races, the Mille Miglia. The car is powered by a 2,0-liter 6-cylinder engine with 79 hp. Top speed 150 km/h.
8. Mercedes Benz SLR
This car is not only very beautiful, but also a testament to the technological prowess of the German manufacturer. The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is inspired by Formula 1 cars, as evidenced by its impressive design and performance.
Sliding doors make the look even more attractive. The car is powered by a 5,4-liter AMG V8 engine with a mechanical compressor, and the power of this monster is 617 hp.
7.BMW 3.0 CSL
The BMW 3.0 CSL has been named by fans of the Batmobile brand, remaining one of the best sedans in the history of the global automotive industry. Its nickname comes from the aerodynamic elements, which are made so that the car can be approved for racing.
The design is really great, but so are the features. The CSL is powered by a 3,0-liter six-cylinder engine with 206 hp. The maximum speed is 220 km / h.
6 Porsche 901
The Porsche 911 is considered by many to be the finest model the Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer has ever built. The first generation is called 901, but it turns out that Peugeot is entitled to the name and needs to be changed. Of the 901, only 82 units were produced, making it even more valuable.
The Porsche 901 has the beautiful lines of a classic sports car and the silhouette of the next generations remains unchanged. This is a typical example of timeless design.
5. BMW Z8
The BMW Z8 is a modern classic and one of the most beautiful cars of all time. It is no coincidence that now prices for a copy of a model in good condition reach six-figure sums. The roadster is inspired by the legendary BMW 507 and around 50 units were produced. Designed by Henrik Fisker.
The car was also available as a hardtop convertible and was driven by the 4,9-liter engine of the BMW 5 Series sedan of the period. Engine power 400 HP
4. Mercedes Benz 300SL
Mercedes-Benz 300SL is one of the most legendary models released by the brand. The car's beautiful proportions and iconic gull-wing doors inspire the design of today's SLS and AMG GT models.
In fact, the 300SL is not only a beautiful car, but also a car with serious characteristics. This is due to a lightweight design and a 3,0-liter 6-cylinder engine that develops 175 horsepower and a top speed of 263 km/h.
3. BMW 507
The BMW 507 is considered the successor to the iconic 358 and has become the inspiration for many of the Bavarian manufacturer's models over the years. A total of 252 copies of this car were produced, but it became so popular that it managed to attract celebrities, including even Elvis Presley.
Under the bonnet of the handsome roadster, BMW engineers have placed a 3,2-liter V8 engine developing a maximum power of 138 hp.
2.Porsche 550 Spyder
The Porsche 550 Spyder has been designed to withstand sports models with more powerful engines and impressive designs from manufacturers such as Ferrari. And he succeeded due to its compact size and light weight.
The car also performed well in racing, winning the Targa Florio in 1956. The Porsche 550 Spyder is powered by a 1,5 hp 108-liter four-cylinder engine.
1. Mercedes-Benz SSK Count Cable
Mercedes-Benz created the SSK Roadster, but it was actually designed by Ferdinand Porsche himself. This car is the swansong of Porsche-Mercedes, and the most beautiful version was commissioned by the Italian racing driver Count Carlo Felice Trossi.
He himself made the first sketches of the car, which then received a large number of changes and improvements. In the end, the end result is so beautiful that legendary fashion designer Ralph Lauren adds the car to his car collection.
