We'll Discover the fascinating stories of three of the most extraordinary and mysterious sports cars that have vanished into history. In this deep dive, we explore the incredible De Tomaso Sport 5000, a groundbreaking collaboration between Italian craftsmanship and American muscle that emerged in 1965. Despite its innovative design and powerful Ford V8 engine producing 475 horsepower, only one prototype was ever completed before disappearing into obscurity.
Next, we uncover the remarkable Alpine M64, a French racing marvel from 1964 that proved bigger isn't always better. Weighing just 1,428 pounds and powered by a modest 1.1-liter engine, this rare prototype achieved something extraordinary at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With only three ever built, the M64 showcased incredible fuel efficiency while reaching speeds of 168 mph, making it one of racing's most efficient machines of its era.
Finally, step into the mysterious world of the 1935 Bugatti Type 57 Aerolithe, a revolutionary vehicle that vanished without a trace after its debut. Built from highly flammable Elektron magnesium alloy, this unique prototype featured distinctive riveted seams and groundbreaking aerodynamic design that would influence automotive styling for decades. Despite extensive searches and countless theories about its fate, the original Aerolithe remains one of the greatest mysteries in automotive history.
They made some really great looking cars. If I remember correctly, they tried (unsuccessfully) to go after the Shelby Cobra. Now I don't know if they ever achieved that... I don't really follow them that closely, but I remember reading about that some time ago, maybe it was another brand, I don't really remember.
iSnark 1 points 3 months ago
They made some really great looking cars. If I remember correctly, they tried (unsuccessfully) to go after the Shelby Cobra. Now I don't know if they ever achieved that... I don't really follow them that closely, but I remember reading about that some time ago, maybe it was another brand, I don't really remember.