The newspaper commented: “According to one reader, ‘It looks even better when you remove its front and rear bumpers.’ “
Here’s the start of the list, which the newspaper is publishing in 20-choice increments:
100. Volvo P1800 99. Triumph TR6 98. Triumph TR 4/5 97. Triumph Stag 96. Triumph Spitfire 95. Toyota 2000 GT 94. Peugeot 504 Coupe 93. Peugeot 406 92. Nissan 300 ZX 91. Mini 90. Mercedes-Benz Pagoda (W113) 89. Mercedes-Benz 500K/540K 88. Maserati 350 GT 87. Maserati 250F 86. Lotus Europa 85. Land Rover Defender 84. Lancia Aurelia B20 83. Lamborghini Espada 82. Lagonda Rapide 81. Jaguar XK
Article Last Updated: March 27, 2026.
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