Ah, the British auto industry, a roller-coaster ride of triumphs and tribulations. But if there’s one thing Brits can always hold their heads high for, it’s their knack for design. The nation has proudly presented the world with a considerable fleet of visually striking automobiles over the decades, leaving us spoilt for choice when it comes to sheer aesthetic appeal. Can we all agree on which one is the most beautiful though?
Right off the bat it’s worth noting that we’re not talking about the best British car ever. That’s likely the McLaren F1 for a whole host of reasons that we won’t get into here. The goal of this QOTD is to determine which is the prettiest of the bunch so it doesn’t have to be a wild performer to qualify or even to win.
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That’s why the TVR Cerbera is our lead image. It’s not the best-built British car and it’s nowhere near the fastest but in terms of sheer beauty, I personally think it’s the bee’s knees. It’s subtle, modern, and elegantly classic all at the same time. A much newer car, Gordon Murray’s T50 could get some votes too.
It also has those qualities and exemplifies beauty in a way that’s less angular than its spiritual predecessor. Really, both of these beasts, the TVR and the T50 harken back to classic British sports cars. One that will undeniably get votes is the Jaguar E-Type. While performance isn’t a requirement here, the Jag certainly had it along with stunning styling.
Another solid choice could be one of many different Aston Martin models from over the years. That choice alone could be difficult but we’d pick the DB5 because it set the pattern that most of its lineage would follow. Even today, the DB5 commands attention and turns heads for far more than its relation to the silver screen.
Those are our picks for some of the most beautiful British cars ever but we know there are a great many choices out there. What’s your favorite? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to vote if someone has already mentioned your favorite!
