Some of these are literally one-of-a-kind vehicles. They represent the very best in automotive design, power, and luxury. Anyone can buy them, but the expensive price makes these cars only affordable to the wealthiest drivers.
10. Aspark Owl: $3.3 million
Technically, the Aspark Owl is not the 10th most expensive car in the world. However, it is the most expensive electric car — and the fastest. Only 50 have been produced. It sits at a height of 39 inches. The car features four electric motors, and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph and 1.69 seconds — a definitive record.Â
9. Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita: $4.8 million
This limited-edition Swedish-made car, the Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita, has only been produced twice. This model is less known than its “sisters,” but is just as fast and no less powerful. It accelerates from 0 to 124 mph in 8.75 seconds. While it weighs 1.4 tons, it’s a featherweight compared to competitors such as Ferrari, Aston Martin, or Lamborghini.
8. Bugatti Divo: $5.7 million
Only forty of the mid-engine Bugatti Divo sports cars were produced. They are very similar to the Bugatti Chiron, featuring the same 8-liter W16 engine with 1,500 hp. The interior is similar as well. However, the Divo’s exceptional design differs. There are stiffer springs and dampers, a wider retractable wing, and the exhaust system features quad pipes.
7. Maybach Exelero: $8 million
The Maybach Exelero is a one-off coupe originally ordered by Fulda, a tire brand, to test and promote a new series of tires. It was built by Stola (now part of Blutec) in collaboration with DaimlerChrysler in 2004. Its 700 horsepower, 5.9-liter engine was designed to hit speeds over 217 mph to adequately push the physical limits of the tires.
6. Lamborghini Veneno: $8.3 million
Based on Lamborghini Aventador, the Lamborghini Veneno was built in 4 coupes and 9 roadsters from 2013-2014. Its 6.5-liter V12 delivers 740 HP and has a top speed of 221 mph. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds. The handling is superb, producing 1.41 G while cornering.
5. Bugatti Centodieci: $9.1 million
This mid-engine sports car is built on a Bugatti Chiron base and is a homage to the Bugatti EB 110. However, it’s 20 kg lighter than the Chiron. Its quad-turbocharged W16 engine delivers an astounding 1,578 hp. It can reach 0 to 62 mph in 2.4 seconds. Unfortunately, its top speed is electronically limited to 240 mph.
4. Rolls-Royce Sweptail: $13.2 million
Known for archery and elegance, the Sweptail was a built-on-demand. It’s based on the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé and its hand-built assembly took over four years. This one-off concept car refers to itself as the “automotive equivalent of haute couture.” Under the hood, it boasts a V12 engine with 453 horsepower. It features an 8-speed automatic transmission.
3. Pagani Zonda HP Barchetta: $17.9 million
Unveiled in 2017 at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Zonda HP Barchetta is a concept car. Only three were produced. Its body style and rear wheel covers are inspired by Group C race cars. It’s powered by a 7.3L (445 cu in) Mercedes-AMG V12 engine delivering 789 HP. It reaches a top speed of 221 mph.
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2. Bugatti la Voiture Noire: $18.1 million
This 2019 street-legal one-off is inspired by the Bugatti 57 SC Atlantic and based on the Chiron. Its 8-liter, 16-cylinder engine delivers 1,500 horsepower. Its 7-speed dual-clutch and all-wheel-drive are heavily revised from the Chiron. It accelerates from 0 to 249 mph in 41.96 seconds within 2 miles. In testing, it reached 304.773 mph but is electronically limited to 273.4 mph.
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1. Rolls-Royce Boat Tail: $26.2 million
The Rolls-Royce Boat Tail is far and away the most expensive new car of all time. This convertible stretches 18.7 feet and has been called a “rolling yacht.” It’s only been produced three times and features a blend of vintage and modern design. It’s powered by a 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12 that delivers 563 horsepower. It has an 8-speed automatic transmission.