Which cars are the most expensive cars in the world and history? The top 10 are listed below:
Ferrari 250 GTO- $70 million The Ferrari 250 GTO is the most expensive car in the world. It was privately sold for $70 million dollars to David MacNeil, the founder of the company WeatherTech. The Ferrari was recently recognized as a “work of art” by an Italian court, making it the most opulent and admired car in the world.
Mercedes Benz SLR Roadster Mille Miglia (W196S)- $43.5 million As a luxury car brand, Mercedes Benz’s SLR Roadster Mille Miglia (W196S) sold for 8 figures! The car has a top speed potential at around 190 mph. It weighs about 2000 pounds, which is equivalent to 1 ton! It is a silver sports car that is numbered #722.
Bugatti La Voiture Noire- $18.9 million The Bugatti La Voiture Noire means “The Black Car” in French, due to its sleek shiny varnish over a neat black coating of paint. It was sold by the Bugatti carmaker for $18.9 million, though he originally intended it as a birthday present for himself. It was based off the Bugatti Chiron supercar.
Jaguar 1966 XJ13- $15 million The Jaguar XJ13 has a sad history. Only one prototype of this car was made back in 1966. The racing car never made it on the road. It was valued at around $15,000,000 dollars, but continues to be used lightly. It is a dark green hue with a unique ‘wavy’ design.
McLaren 1995 F1 LM- $13.75 million One of the most expensive cars include the McLaren F1 LM. Released in 1995, this car has a top speed of around 225 mph! The car features doors that open up instead of out, a sleek coating, and 3 color options.
Rolls Royce Sweptail- $13 million The Rolls Royce Sweptail was sold for $13 million in 2017. Only one prototype of the car was made. The car was sold to a mysterious private owner, and no others were made afterwards of its kind. In fact, the car took 4 years to develop and boasts a unique structure that mirrors those of the Rolls Royce of the 1920s.
Porsche 550 Spyder- $6 million This car is still intact and in prime condition from the 1950s. In fact, it is said to still smell like the time period! There are only 46 models of this car made circling the globe. The Porsche 550 Spyder is legendary for its fancy engine, sleek appearance, and hefty price tag at $6 million.
Koenigsegg Agera One of 1- $5 million With a top speed at 280 mph and a flashy exterior, the Koenigsegg Agera One of 1 is the making of the perfect race car. The spoiler on the rear end of the car ensures a smooth and unbothered drive. The futuristic design also makes this car a true masterpiece.
Aston Martin DB4 GT Bertone Jet- $4.9 million The Aston Martin DB4 GT Bertone Jet is a 1961 model. The car is a gray with a look of its time. It produces an epic power of 306 bhp. It also has a maximum speed of 235 kph, a nice speed for older cars. It was even the first in the world that could reach speeds from 0-100-0 mph in just 20 seconds!
Lykan HyperSport- $3.4 million The first Arabian supercar ever, the Lykan Hypersport only has 7 of its kind, all made in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Its unique and sleek white race car design with its brand of W Motors on its rear make this car a steal! It goes to 100 kmph in just 2.8 SECONDS. Sounds fancy if you ask me!