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Aston Martin DB5

James Bond's automobile was always going to be at the top. What could be cooler than 007's preferred mode of transportation? The Aston Martin DB5 made its debut in the Bond film franchise in 1964's Goldfinger, as Sean Connery's gadget-laden sidekick and smooth ride. Furthermore, its 282-horsepower engine made vehicle chases a must-have, just like Bond's shaken martini. The DB5 made a comeback in 1965's Thunder ball, soon becoming a famous cinematic automobile.

Jaguar E-Type

When Enzo Ferrari himself describes it as the "most beautiful car ever made"—and it isn't a Ferrari—you know you've got something exceptional. The Jaguar E-Type is widely regarded as one of the best sports cars of all time, having debuted to the public on March 15, 1961. Its one-of-a-kind design distinguished it from any other automobile at the time, and it is now considered one of the most unique-looking vehicles ever produced. Furthermore, the E-Type included contemporary technologies like as independent rear suspension and all-around disc brakes, all at a reasonable price.

McLaren F1

In terms of raw power and speed, the McLaren F1 is the pinnacle of the "supercar." Built in the 1990s, it quickly broke world records as the fastest production automobile of the time, achieving 386.4 km/h (240.1 mph) in 1998. Only 106 F1s were produced between 1992 and 1998, making it one of the most unique and difficult-to-find vehicles in the world today.

Mini Cooper

When you think of British automobiles, you think of the Mini. Since its introduction in 1959, the simple yet formidable compact has symbolized British automotive brilliance. The Mini has also been in the limelight as a celebrity, serving as The Beatles' chosen transport in the 1960s and the famous automobile in the film franchise The Italian Job.

Range Rover

The SUV owes much of its appeal to the Range Rover, particularly for establishing the category as a premium vehicle. Launched in 1970 as "a car for all reasons," it blended the original Land Rover's off-road capability with smooth on-road performance and lots of space and comfort for families. While the Range Rover is today significantly more premium, it cleared the way for automakers to design and sell SUVs to affluent customers.

Lotus Esprit

Colin Chapman, the creator of Lotus, wanted to shift the company's focus from affordable sports cars to premium, high-performance vehicles. And the Lotus Esprit was the impetus for this change: introduced in the mid-1970s, it was a British-made, fiberglass-bodied exotic-looking vehicle that could compete visually with the world's Ferraris and Porsches. The Esprit remained on the market for over three decades, making a cameo appearance in the 1977 Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, with 007's version transformed into a sleek submarine.

Jensen Interceptor

The second generation of the Jensen Interceptor is one of the most underappreciated grand touring vehicles, appearing in 1966 with a powerful Chrysler V8 engine producing 325 horsepower. The Interceptor's production halted permanently in 1976, although it had already gained a devoted fanbase. It was pricey and guzzled petrol, but it was certainly beautiful.

Triumph Stag

Triumph may not have existed as a brand after 1984, but the British carmaker did leave behind several stunning vehicles, particularly the Stag. The Italian-designed four-seater convertible, which was sold from 1970 to 1978, couldn't compete with the Mercedes-Benz SL class for long. However, Stag aficionados remain numerous: it is estimated that over 8,500 of them are still active today.

Bentley Continental GT

Unlike most films, the Bentley Continental GT is an entertaining reboot. In 2003, the British brand, owned by Volkswagen, relaunched the Continental line and introduced the GT as its first mass-produced luxury vehicle. The 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12 engine is the most powerful Bentley ever built for the road. More opulent choices and special editions followed, including those that smashed speed records on ice and raced at the Nürburgring.

Land Rover Discovery

In the 1980s, with increased competition from Japanese automakers like as Toyota and Mitsubishi, Land Rover found the SUV market to be a little too crowded. Since the Range Rover had been gradually pushed higher, there was a need for a mid-market and practical car, which the Discovery answered admirably. Five generations later, it is still a luxury UK-made family SUV with a distinctive design that can handle off-road activities with ease.

Vauxhall Lotus Carlton

The Vauxhall Lotus Carlton exuded an almost unlawful degree of cool. The super sedan (also known as a saloon) was so fast that both the British government and the Daily Mail questioned whether it should be permitted on UK roads, with the latter initiating a campaign to prohibit it. They may have had a point: in 1994, a Carlton in the West Midlands was robbed, and the robbers made off with thousands of pounds worth of cigarettes and booze, easily evading the police. Simply tip your cap and acknowledge that level of quickness.