The Most Expensive Cars in The World
Many people dream of having a luxury car with powerful engines, luxurious designs, and plenty of features. However, it's not always possible to have one of these rare and amazing vehicles.
These cars are reserved for the elite and only a few of them get to be built. These are the ones that stand out in the crowd, making them some of the most expensive cars in the world.
Rolls Royce Boat Tail
In a market where luxury cars are highly sought-after, Rolls-Royce is the top name in creating bespoke and rare vehicles. Among their many products, one of the most interesting and luxurious vehicles is the Boat Tail.
This ultra-exclusive car, commissioned by an anonymous customer, is the world's most expensive new vehicle at $28 million. Its unique design features a boat-like body that is crafted to the customers' specifications by the specialized Coachbuild division.
It also has a hood that is painted blue like the client's favorite color, a first for a production Rolls-Royce. The hood features a gradient effect that changes its hue as it passes the windshield.
The boat-like hood is connected to the car's front end, which is dominated by the Rolls Royce pantheon grille. The whole face looks very different than any other Rolls-Royce model, even those that are still on the road today.
This boat-like design harks back to the J-class yachts that were once popular. It also incorporates a wooden deck, as well as a fixed-canopy roof.
As for its appearance, it's got a dark blue exterior and rose gold accents that mimic the colors of a pearl. In addition, the interior has mother-of-pearl accents.
The Boat Tail was commissioned by a client whose family business originated in the pearling industry, and it's a beautiful tribute to his father. The paint is inspired by a selection of his shells, and the dashboard is covered with a mother of pearl. There's even a 'timepiece' in the dashboard - which is a piece of the man's watch collection.
Mercedes Gullwing
If you're looking for a truly special car, look no further than the Mercedes Gullwing. This iconic two-seater sports coupe is a true rarity, and it's also among the most expensive cars in history.
It was the brainchild of Mercedes head engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut, who wanted a vehicle that could keep up with modern racing cars. He built a tubular frame that was incredibly light, yet very strong.
In addition, he slanted the engine by 45 degrees to lower the hood and center of gravity. This helped the 300 SL to achieve 130 mph.
When it was released, the Gullwing was a hot commodity among rich and famous drivers. Its unusual gullwing doors and high top speed made it an instant hit.
During its production run, the 300 SL Gullwing was available in both coupe and roadster body styles. Buyers could choose to have a full aluminum body or one made of steel.
The Gullwing was a huge success for Mercedes, and it helped to reshape the company's image. It also opened the door for Daimler to export vehicles outside of their home market.
It's no wonder that the 300 SL is one of the most sought-after automobiles in the world today. Prices have risen dramatically in recent years, and a sorted 300 SL "gullwing" can sell for $1.1 million or more.
Jay Leno's latest episode sees him behind the wheel of an authentic 1955 Mercedes Gullwing. This particular example was restored by Dave Kindig's Kindig-It Design workshop in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a stunning restomod. It boasts a GM LSX 454 crate motor that produces over 640 horsepower, custom EVOD wheels with knock-off spinners, Wilwood brakes, and a Borla exhaust.
Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster
Hennessey Special Vehicles is bringing its world-famous hypercar, the Venom F5, to a new open-top form with a Venom F5 Roadster. Based on the Hennessey Venom F5 Coupe, the Venom F5 Roadster features a carbon fiber roof panel that is removable and insulated, while weighing only 18 pounds.
It also comes with a fancy carbon fiber display stand that is designed to accommodate the roof when it is not in use. Hennessey says that the Venom F5 Roadster is one of a kind and that each one is built to match each owner’s personal style, personality, and desires.
The Venom F5 Roadster is powered by the same 1,817 hp, twin-turbo 6.6-liter V-8 engine as the coupe. Its 0-60 mph time was not revealed, but the car is expected to be able to hit more than 300 mph.
As with the coupe, the Venom F5 Roadster features an all-new carbon fiber chassis from Delta Motorsport in Silverstone, England. The lightweight and stiff tub structure has been engineered to handle the extra power and torque from the Venom F5’s powerful turbocharged 6.6-liter V-8.
In terms of handling, the Venom F5 Roadster has the same suspension as the coupe, featuring aluminum subframes front and rear and double-wishbone setups with Penske coilover dampers at each corner. Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes (15.3-inch x 1.3-inch front/rear) slow things down, while Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires (265/35 ZR19 front, 345/30 ZR20 rear) ensure that the Venom F5 Roadster can keep up with its insane speeds.
Hennessey plans to make the Venom F5 Roadster available as an option once production begins on the Venom F5 Coupe in early 2020. However, if this happens, the Venom F5 Roadster will be limited to just 30 examples, making it one of the most exclusive Hennessey models ever made.
Aston Martin Victor
Aston Martin has just revealed its latest, and most expensive, one-off supercar to date, the Victor. It's a mashup of the brand's limited-run One-77 and track-only Vulcan models, with throwback styling, a 7.3-liter naturally aspirated V12 producing 836 brake horsepower, and a six-speed manual transmission.
It was commissioned by a private collector who wanted to keep the building relatively low-key. It was designed and developed by Aston's Q division, which specializes in bespoke cars.
The design of the Victor is heavily inspired by Aston's 1977 V8 Vantage, which was a one-off race car. It also draws from the company's 527-horsepower DBS V8 RHAM/1, which was used for Le Man's competition in 1977.
While this combination of retro and modern engineering makes for a fascinating hypercar, Aston Martin has ensured that it can be safely road-legal, too. The vehicle weighs 3,594 pounds and produces over 30 percent more downforce at 100 mph than a race-ready Vantage GT4.
Aston says that the Victor will have near-GT3 levels of performance on the road, thanks to its 7.3-liter naturally aspirated V12. It's also got a very powerful braking system, including huge front and rear Brembo CMM-R carbon ceramic brakes.
It also has advanced suspension and a very sophisticated engine management system that allows the car to accelerate rapidly from a standstill. Aston claims that it can reach 60 mph in less than three seconds and has a top speed of more than 200 mph.
In addition to being extremely rare, the Victor is also a masterpiece of modern Aston engineering. It's probably the best bespoke car Aston Martin has ever made, and it's also the most expensive one-off car in the world.
Bentley Bacalar
The latest addition to the most expensive cars in the world is the Bentley Bacalar, a convertible that features a massive W12 engine. The car was unveiled last week and is said to be priced at $2 million.
It’s the first of a new line of bespoke Bentleys that will be produced by Mulliner, the company’s coachbuilding arm that has been around since the 1500s. It aims to bring back the tradition of bespoke car building and is set to lead a personalized charge for Bentley.
As with every bespoke Bentley, the Bacalar has been designed to be a piece of art and each customer is given complete freedom to personalize their bespoke car. Except for the front wings and rear clamshell, which are 3D-printed, the rest of the Bacalar is hand-crafted by Mulliner in the UK.
Inside, the cabin of the Bacalar has been sculpted to be as elegant as possible and features a high-resolution, driver-focussed digital display with a rotating touchscreen that’s made from rare Riverwood veneer. It’s also painted with ash from rice husks, an ethical and sustainable material that doesn’t involve the use of any unicorn tears or similar compounds.
Using traditional hand-crafting techniques and state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, the Bacalar is a true work of art that’s unlike anything else in the Bentley range. And as with every bespoke Bentley, it’s built to last.
The Bacalar is a truly stunning grand tourer that takes the roofless Barchetta model of old to the next level. It’s a beautiful and unique car that’s a statement of Bentley’s design and engineering vision for the future. It’s a very special limited-edition vehicle and will be available in just 12 examples, making it the most exclusive car Bentley has ever built.
