The DeLorean DMC-12 – The Real-Life Inspiration for GTA Online‘s Iconic Deluxo

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As a passionate gamer and content creator, I was thrilled when Rockstar introduced the Imponte Deluxo in the Doomsday Heist update for GTA Online. Its iconic gullwing doors and stainless steel body are instantly recognizable as the legendary DeLorean DMC-12 from the Back to the Future movies.

Overview of the Deluxo‘s Design Influences

While the overall shape and doors are clearly modeled after the DeLorean, the Deluxo takes styling cues from other classic performance cars as well:

  • The dual circular tail lights give it a vintage Ferrari vibe
  • The headlights and hood lines hint at the sleek Renault Alpine A610
  • Customizable paint jobs reflect the Deluxo‘s identity as an elite grand tourer

This fusion of 1980s automotive flair makes the Deluxo a unique treat for car aficionados and cinephiles alike.

The Legacy of the DeLorean DMC-12

The DeLorean was a short-lived sports car built from 1981-83 by the DeLorean Motor Company. Despite its brief production run, the DMC-12 left an outsize imprint thanks to its starring role in the hugely popular Back to the Future franchise.

Some key facts about the iconic car:

  • Unique stainless steel body and gullwing doors
  • Rear-engine 2.85L V6 producing 130HP
  • 0-60 mph in 10.5 seconds and a top speed of 110 mph
  • ~9,000 units produced before DeLorean went bankrupt in 1982
  • Timeless design ensures its place in pop culture history

How the Deluxo Builds on the DeLorean Legend

As a $4+ million supercar in GTA Online, the Deluxo takes the DMC-12‘s aesthetic appeal and adds the performance to match. Upgrades allow it to utterly outclass its real-life inspiration:

SpecsDeLoreanDeluxo
Top Speed110 mph127 mph
Engine130 HP V6Twin-turbo V8 (~1000 HP)
FeaturesSteel bodyFlight, rocket boost, missiles

In the hands of a skilled driver, the Deluxo is a force to be reckoned with in the streets of Los Santos. It can outrun supercars, take shortcuts no road car could cut through, and bring overwhelming firepower to rival even military hardware.

This speaks to Rockstar‘s brilliance in remixing pop culture icons into the ultimate wish fulfillment vehicles. The Deluxo is both an homage to an legendary car, as well as television‘s most famous time machine. And by letting us terrorize GTAs streets from the cockpit of this stainless steel beast, Rockstar has created yet another champion for the ages.

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