Classic Cars That Were So Ugly, They’re Now Loved
There are plenty of examples of cars that were considered poorly designed or a mistake when they were launched, but which, over time, became beloved by most. For example, the Pontiac Aztek was criticized for its strange design, but decades later it became a beloved vehicle for Breaking Bad fans.
The Volkswagen Beetle was considered too rounded by many and was later improved into the original Beetle of the '90s. Meanwhile, the Ford Mustang II wasn't valued for being small and too elegant to be a muscle car, and today it is appreciated.
These cars show that aesthetics aren't always the most important factor and that the passage of time can transform certain vehicles into true legends.
Yugo GV
A vehicle that was economical and received bad reviews for its design. It's valued for being mechanically simple to maintain.
Volkswagen Beetle
Its reinterpretation of the original Beetle and its 90s style made it beloved by fans.
Toyota Sera
A vehicle with butterfly doors and a futuristic Japanese aesthetic. It is valued for its innovation.
Subaru Brat
With a strange and bold design that makes it a classic.
Saab 96
Auto con un diseño poco tradicional. Es apreciado por su aerodinamica por los amantes de la marca sueca.
Renault Avantime
A vehicle that is half coupe, half minivan. It is valued for its aesthetic originality.
Pontiac Trans Sport
A car with a design reminiscent of a giant vacuum cleaner. It is valued for its futuristic aesthetic.
Pontiac Aztek
It has a somewhat unconventional design, although it's spacious and became a prized car among Breaking Bad fans.
Plymouth Reliant K-Car
A rectangular car with a spacious trunk. It is respected by Chrysler enthusiasts,
Nissan S-Cargo
A vehicle inspired by a snail. Today it is valued for its futuristic aesthetic.
Ford Pinto
It stood out for its aesthetics and performance. It became a classic car in the automotive industry.
Ford Mustang II
Very different from the original Mustang, small and with an underpowered engine. It is valued for its rarity.
Fiat Multipla
A car with a bulging front end, but spacious and with a striking design.
Citroën Ami
A car with unconventional aesthetics. It's loved for its eccentric and disruptive design.
Citroën 2CV
Initially considered ugly and plain, its minimalist design transformed it into a vehicle loved by many.
Chrysler PT Cruiser
This model was a true novelty and rarity in its time. It's a car with a unique personality.
Chevrolet Chevette
An economical vehicle with a simple design. It is valued for its durability.
Buick Reatta
A car with an unusual design, highly valued today because there are so few models of this type.
AMC Pacer
A vehicle with a large glass area. Its rarity transformed it into a symbol for collectors.
AMC Gremlin
A car with strange proportions. Today, it's valued for its rarity.