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Top 10 Concept Cars of the 1980s
The 1980s were a bold time in automotive history — a decade known for wild styling, experimental engineering, and a level of ambition not...


1980s Shelby ME 2.2 Turbo Prototype
In the early 1980s, an ambitious project was born to create a mid-engine version of the AC 3000ME, powered by an American engine. The car...


1980 Citroën CX Penthouse by Tissier
The Citroën CX Penthouse, created in 1980 by the French coachbuilder Pierre Tissier, was a unique and innovative conversion of the...


POLL: 1980 Renault 5 Turbo vs. 2025 Renault 5 Turbo 3E
Which version of the Renault 5 Turbo do you prefer: the raw, turbocharged icon of 1980 or the futuristic, electric marvel of 2025?


1980 Yamaha Alula Motorcycle by Colani
The 1980 Yamaha Alula Motorcycle, designed by Luigi Colani, is a striking example of innovative automotive design that combines...


30 Wild Soviet Concept Cars and Prototypes
Behind the iron curtain, Soviet engineers and designers dared to dream big, concocting a captivating array of concept cars and prototypes...


1969-1983 Peugeot 504 Cabriolet by Pininfarina
The 1969 Peugeot 504 Cabriolet by Pininfarina was presented at the 1969 Geneva Motor Show. This cabriolet would be produced in three...


Four Fantastic Ferraris by Pininfarina From the 70s and 80s
1972-1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2 Prototipo by Pininfarina The Ferrari 365 line of cars is quite possibly the most confusingly named series...


1979-1985 Ferrari 400i by Pininfarina
As emission regulation got stricter, in 1979, the Ferrari 400 got an updated engine. Instead of the six carburetors, the V12 received a...


1975-1986 Rolls-Royce Camargue by Pininfarina
The Rolls-Royce Camargue is a 2-door luxury saloon manufactured and marketed by Rolls-Royce Motors from 1975 to 1986. Designed by Paolo...


1978 Ford GT80 by Colani
The Ford FT80 further developed the Ford GT40 as "grand style" for Le Mans in Colani's C-Form. Luigi Colani was unique in the automotive...


1980 Vector W2 Twin Turbo
The Vector W2 was a fully functional concept car intended for production constructed by Vector Motors in 1978. It had a Bosch...
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