Year: 1997
Debut at North American International Auto Show
Production cost: $30,000*
The Dodge Copperhead was a close relative to the Dodge Viper but never made it to the main streets. The Copperhead had its own interior design that differed from the Viper but maintained some nuances from its well-known cousin. It had a V-6 engine and was slated to be a more affordable version than the Viper.
The Copperhead was marketed to the driving enthusiast with its low-profile that allowed the driver to feel closer to the road. It was almost released in 2000 until the market demand for SUVs pushed the Copperhead out of the manufacturer’s minds.
2014 Mini Superleggera Vision
Year: 2014
Debut at Concorso d’Eleganza di Villa d’Este
Production cost: $50,000*
An adorable concept with a distinctly British flair, the toy-like, Mini Superleggera was created with an electric motor. Though the exterior design has some familiar elements of other Mini hatchbacks, the Superleggera Vision is considered a roadster.
The two-seater has a simplistic yet stylish interior and can reach 155 miles per hour. Considering all of its features, it’s a pity the Superleggera is still just a concept.
2010 Jaguar C-X75
Year: 2010
Debut at Paris Motor Show
Production cost: $1.2 Million*
The ultra-cool, Jaguar C-X75, is an electric hybrid two-seater with a subtle 90s chic. The powerhouse sports car contains four electric motors that produce 778 horsepower! An impressive modern concept, the C-X75 can travel for up to 68 miles on its battery and when its backup turbines hit, it can go an additional 560 miles-now that’s transportation!
So, if you’re looking to go places in super style and get there quickly, the C-X75 is your car, if it ever gets made.
Audi Avus
Year: 1991
Debut at Tokyo Motor Show
Production cost: $2.4 Million*
The Audi Avus debuted in 1991 at the Tokyo Motor show in all of its chrome glory. Built-in Stuttgart, Germany, the Avus was only a hypothetical model. It had an aluminum body and a fake W12 mid-engine that would have had 502 horsepower.
However, based on these specifications, it truly would have been a speed demon, going from 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds and reaching a jaw-dropping 211 miles per hour!
Mercedes Benz C-112
Year: 1991
Debut at: Unknown
Production cost: $395,000*
The body of the Mercedes Benz C-112 was designed by Carrozzeria Coggiolo and had a Mercedes-made chassis. The C-112 was rumored to be a complementary model to the C11 race car that could be marketed to the public. And what would an everyday consumer get when they drove a C-112 home? It came with a 6 liter, V-12 engine, and a spacious, leather interior.
The public was ready for the concept and Mercedes received hundreds of orders but, in the end, executives decided the model was a superfluous design.