1. Vector W8

Detroit vehicle designer Jerry Wiegert sees if the Vector W8, a jet fighter on wheels, can compete with European supercars like Porsche & Lamborghini.

2. DeLorean

The true story behind the DMC-12 has more plot twists than any Hollywood movie. We tell the tale of its inventor and namesake: John DeLorean.

3. Trans Am

The Pontiac Trans Am wasn't just part of the muscle car movement -- it was a statement on the track and street drags, and became a film and TV star.

4. Corvette

The Chevrolet Corvette was the bane of GM's existence, and the automaker planned to discontinue it -- then, a team of rogue true believers stepped in.

5. Batmobile

Some of Hollywood's hero cars can be driven home -- like Knight Rider, the DeLorean, even Herbie -- but the Batmobile was always out of reach.

6. Hummer

From Desert Storm to Rodeo Drive, the Humvee became America's vehicle of choice, its popularity driven by its most famous fan: Arnold Schwarzenegger.

7. Dune Buggy

The Meyers Manx dune buggy was a garage-built experiment that became a cultural icon, making car building accessible to the masses.

8. Wait, That's Factory?

As people spent more time in cars, drivers began craving the comforts of home. Factory options promised just that — though not all were created equal.