#delorean motor company

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DMC DeLorean at Hot Rods On Hampton (2024) in Butler, WI.

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Delorean. DMC 12

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" B(L)ACK TO THE FUTURE "

🖤 DMC 🖤

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DMC Delorean

Hop on (or in:) the time machine for a wind back to the early 80s

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John DeLorean and the prototype of the DMC DeLorean (1980)

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Why Did the DeLorean Motor Company Fail?

The DeLorean Motor Company, founded by John DeLorean, faced several challenges that led to its failure. Some key factors include: Financial Mismanagement: The company struggled with financial mismanagement, including cost overruns and a lack of proper budgeting. Production Delays and Quality Issues: The manufacturing process was plagued with delays and quality control problems, leading to a…

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DURING THE CYBERTRUCK'S unveiling in 2019, Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed that the electric vehicle's “ultra-hard stainless steel” body might be “literally bulletproof.” However, the Tesla truck's exterior panels appear to be defenseless against water pistols. They apparently rust, as some owners claim.

Posting on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum, a user named Raxar risked the wrath of the Tesla faithful—already exercised by the Cybertruck's numerous alleged design flaws—by stating that when they collected the $61,000 truck, “the advisor specifically mentioned the Cybertrucks develop orange rust marks in the rain.”

In a separate thread, the user vertigo3pc reported that “corrosion was forming on the metal” of his Cybertruck after it spent 11 days in the rain in Los Angeles.

Raxar, who also lives in California, posted what appeared to be close-up, rust-flecked images of his truck after driving it for two days in rain.

The Cybertruck does not ship with clear coat, that outermost layer of transparent paint that comes as standard on almost every new motor vehicle on the planet. Instead, each Cybertruck owner has the option to purchase a $5,000 urethane-based film to “wrap your Cybertruck in our premium satin clear paint films. Only available through Tesla.”

Who knew untreated stainless steel might not be such a good idea for the exterior of a motor vehicle, especially considering that cars typically get left sitting outside in all weather for 95 percent of their lives? The whole automotive industry, that's who.

Aside from the 1980s DMC DeLorean and a shiny 1960s Porsche, car companies have long steered clear of stainless steel panels. The material is heavy, relatively expensive, and hard to work with. It's also stiff, which makes it potentially more lethal to anybody unlucky enough to be struck by a vehicle built with the stuff.

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In July 1985, John Z. DeLorean, the founder of the DeLorean Motor Company, wrote a letter to Back to the Future creators Robert Zemeckis, Bob Gale, and Steven Spielberg, to personally thank them for immortalizing his car in the film.

He was so impressed with the film's special-effects work he jokingly invited the likes of designer Ron Cobb to join his manufacturing team.

In the letter, DeLorean wrote:

"Dear Gentlemen:

"Last week, I had the opportunity to see a screening of Back To The Future in New York, and want you to know I think it was absolutely brilliant.

"I was particularly pleased that the DeLorean Motor Car was all but immortalized in the film, and want to thank all those responsible: Ron Cobb [concept artist], Andy Probert [concept artist], Mike Scheffe [construction coordinator] and Kevin Pike [special-effects supervisor], for the outstanding job they did in presenting the DMC as the vehicle of the future. They can join my soon-to-be-revived design team at any time.

"Thanks again for continuing my dream in such a positive fashion."

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Photography by Duffy “in Henley on Thames in 1978 featuring a bright yellow Alfa Romeo Alfasud Super. The car was styled by designer Giorgetto Giugiaro of ItalDesign who is also credited with such iconic cars as the Volkswagen Golf MK1 and the DeLorean Motor Company DMC-12 of "Back to the Future" fame.

“The models are Polo Churchill (left) and Christie (right) who also featured in the Average White Band album cover photograph and an advert for Triumph Underwear published in Cosmopolitan.”

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The 1982 DeLorean DMC-12: A Timeless Icon of Automotive History

The 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 is not just a car; it is a cultural icon that has captivated the hearts and minds of enthusiasts for decades.

Its unique design, storied history, and prominent role in popular culture have cemented its status as one of the most beloved vehicles of all time.

Let's explore what makes the DeLorean DMC-12 so special and delve into its fascinating history.

A Visionary's Dream

The DeLorean DMC-12 was the brainchild of John DeLorean, a maverick automotive engineer and executive who had previously made his mark at General Motors. DeLorean's vision was to create a car that would break away from the conventional designs of the time and embody the future of automotive engineering. With its sleek, stainless steel body and gull-wing doors, the DMC-12 was unlike anything on the road when it was unveiled in 1981.

Design and Innovation

One of the most striking features of the DeLorean DMC-12 is its stainless steel body. This unpainted, brushed metal finish gives the car a futuristic and timeless appearance. The gull-wing doors, which open upwards rather than outwards, add to the vehicle's unique aesthetic and have become one of its defining characteristics. The design was the work of Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, whose vision for the DMC-12 was to create a car that looked like it was from another era.

The DMC-12 was powered by a 2.85-liter V6 engine, developed in partnership with Peugeot, Renault, and Volvo. While not a powerhouse by modern standards, the engine provided adequate performance for its time and contributed to the car's distinctive driving experience.

The Rise and Fall of DeLorean Motor Company

The story of the DeLorean DMC-12 is closely tied to the tumultuous history of the DeLorean Motor Company (DMC). Founded in 1975, DMC faced numerous challenges, including financial difficulties and production delays. Despite these obstacles, the company managed to produce approximately 9,000 DMC-12s between 1981 and 1983.

However, financial woes and a high-profile legal scandal involving John DeLorean ultimately led to the company's bankruptcy in 1982. Despite the company's short-lived existence, the DMC-12 had already made a lasting impact on the automotive world.

Cultural Icon and Enduring Legacy

The DeLorean DMC-12's status as a cultural icon was solidified by its starring role in the "Back to the Future" film trilogy. In the movies, the DMC-12 was transformed into a time machine by the eccentric inventor Doc Brown, played by Christopher Lloyd. The car's futuristic design and pivotal role in the films endeared it to a whole new generation of fans and ensured its place in pop culture history.

Beyond its cinematic fame, the DeLorean DMC-12 has remained a symbol of 1980s nostalgia and automotive innovation. Its distinctive design and limited production numbers have made it a sought-after collector's item. Enthusiast clubs and organizations dedicated to preserving and celebrating the DMC-12 can be found around the world, ensuring that the legacy of this unique vehicle continues to thrive.

The 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 is more than just a car; it is a testament to the vision and ambition of its creator, John DeLorean. Its innovative design, storied history, and enduring appeal have made it a beloved icon in both the automotive world and popular culture. Whether you admire it for its striking appearance, its role in cinematic history, or its place in the annals of automotive innovation, the DeLorean DMC-12 is a vehicle that continues to captivate and inspire.

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DMC DeLorean at Waukesha Cars & Coffee (2024) - Meet 1 in Waukesha, WI.

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DMC12. Delorean. Source Wikipédia

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DMC DeLorean

El DMC DeLorean es un automóvil deportivo fabricado por DeLorean Motor Company (DMC) entre 1981 y 1982. Es conocido como el DeLorean, ya que este fue el único modelo.

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DeLirianne

"This (over)glorified piece of irish idea, american parts and pop-culture fame got it's eyes on you. It might not be able to hover (yet) and it has a lot to desire, but the fun thay you get from driving it is still fairly nice. Not to mention all custom parts made and saved from the 80's and 90's! By the way, do we mentioned that this thing is basically a orphan now?" - vehicle catalogue description

DLC DeLirianne sometimes reffered to as DeLirianne is a car aviable to buy in Retro Rusty Pack, which contains several more retro-inspired cars, one of which is DeLirianne. While not listed, it's manufacturer is called DLC (DeLirianne Car Company).

Design

DeLirianne's name and design is based on (in)famous DeLorean by DMC (DeLorean Motor Company). While overall looks is more akin to 1981 version, there are some parts which come from diffrent models. It's tuning options are relatively small.

It is actually stated, that this was the only car that DLC made before they went bankrupt and shut down. This makes all DeLirianne to be sought after and often used as exhibition models for automotive museums and private collections. This also explains the high prize both for buying the car and upgrading it, since it's spare parts and the car itself are really rare.

There is a custom version, that has hovercar parts. Both versions have three variants each.

There is a customized version made from abadoned one by Jeremiah and called "Doctor DeLirious" which is a DeLirianne customized to look like ambulance. It was made for a car show and later he gets a renovated and restored version as his third (after Tamer and Berserk) car he owns. It actually appears later several times in the comics.

2. Variants

Besides Doctor DeLirious, there are versions called "NFPD DeLirianne" and "Mega Runner DeLirianne". Both are seen in normal and hover version. The only DeLirianne that can be found is a random one that can spawn in some parts of more richer zones. NFPD (Neo Fanoshiko Police Department) version is a DeLirianne turned into a cop car with a white-black livery and blue-red police lights. Mega Runner version is a version made for drag racing, and it has custom features like lowered suspension, tinted glass, extra engine in the back and several parts are missing.

3. Behind the scenes

Name is a play on DeLorean and 'delirium'. Name also can be seen as feminized version of the DeLorean since Lorean sound masculine, while Lirianne seems feminine.

Hover version could be seen as a reference to Back To The Future, but it has more similiarites to hovercars from Fifth Element, Blade Runner or Quarantine. There is actually "Out of the Life" livery that makes reference to the movie.

"Autocalypse Now!" made mostly for Mega Runner version makes the car look like DeGoryun from Carmageddon series. It even has special spikes as it's custom bumper option. Name also references Carmageddon II: Carpocalypse Now.

"Shekh's Special" livery is based off golden version of DeLorean but with various arabic-themed decorations and finishes. The livery itself also looks like damascus steel with oriental carvings.

"Protoplastic" livery is meant to look like original clay replica made for overall model presentation. This also gives car more matte and rough look, with some parts having textures looking like paper or wood.

NFPD livery seems to be mix of american and japanese police car liveries, with paint scheme akin to american police and giving details of japanese police. Both are hybrid of police liveries for San Francisco and Yokohama, main influences for Neo Fanoshiko.

Name of DeLirianne's manufacture DeLirianne Car Company is both play on DeLorean Motor Company and term 'downloadable content' or DLC. It is also stated that company stopped to exist, like DMC in real life.

In real life, DeLorean was made around 1980's, while some of the DeLirianne parts were made in the 90's and there is even few made around 2000's. This could be explained by specialized car customization and tuning made for more unique vehicles like cars, bikes and even boats.

DeLirianne is featured with some custom parts with "D4J0DG3" plate on one of Jeremiah's sketches. The writing can be read as "The Judge", a reference to Jeremiah's alias, "Judgement". This plate would later be used by Jeremiah's Shermy Tamer.

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The first production of the DMC DeLorean rolled off the assembly line on January 21, 1981.

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Ford doesn't know about the

internet

Simpsons

DeLorean Motor Company bankruptcy

Discovery of the Titanic

Chernobyl disaster

Al Queda forming (and subsequently 9/11)

But the good news is that you could tell him fusion power is like 30 years from becoming viable and he'll tell you it was 30 years from being viable 40 years ago.

'ford doesn't know about 9/11' Ford left earth in 1982. Ford doesn't know the cold war fucking ended.