The Delahaye 135 was used primarily for racing from the time it was released in 1935 up until the last unit was made in 1954. Around 2,000 of these were made, as the car became quite famous after winning the 1935 Alpine Rally. It had significantly more horsepower than most other racing vehicles, which set the 135 apart from almost every other car.
The 135 set all-time records in various racing competitions and was upgraded over the years to keep its advantages. In fact, John Crouch won the 1949 Australian Grand Prix driving a 135MS. What made this car so special was not just having such a powerful engine, but also its long and sporty body, and a wide wheelbase which provided great control.
Toyota AA
The Toyota AA was the automaker’s first-ever passenger production car. Made in Japan, the AA followed Japanese design trends and became a successful hit when it hit the markets. It was a 4-door sedan and was made entirely of metal. The car’s rear doors opened backward, just like today’s Rolls Royce.
The successful AA model was quickly followed by the Toyota AB, which featured a convertible cloth roof. This trend continued with various other combinations of letters, including the EA, AE, and BA Toyotas. Eventually, the company found its way into American and European shores. It is currently raking in more than $272 billion annually in revenue.
1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic
1938's Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic was based on their 1935 Aerolithe concept model, the one that was made by Jean Bugatti. It was extremely lightweight and fast thanks to using Elektron composite body panels, but it was also very flammable when exposed to high temperatures. So, not everything was as great as it initially seemed to be.
Something had to be done, and it had to be done fast. Bugatti had to find a quick solution and ended up settling for an external riveting technique that is often used by airplane engineers. This resulted in the signature seam that the 57SC was eventually known for.
1935 LaSalle
LaSalle was a popular vehicle made by General Motors' Cadillac division from 1927 up to 1940. The main goal behind its creation was to fill pricing gaps from the Cadillac, which was a relatively pricier option. The LaSalle's name was based on the famous French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, who traveled across North America during the 17th century.
This was quite a beautiful car and was considered one of the more prestigious vehicles on the market at the time. The 1935 LaSalle featured a 5.3-liter monobloc V8 engine and sold around 32,000 units that year. Even today, the car looks fantastic, which is why it’s still being sold privately for tens of thousands of dollars.
1934 Voisin C27 Aerosport
Avions Voisin was founded in 1919 by Gabriel Voisin, a European engineer, and quickly became one of France's most luxurious car brands. It lasted until 1939 but managed to create some incredible vehicles throughout its lifetime. Its most impressive and expensive vehicle to date was the Voisin Type C27 Aerosport Coupe.
What made it so unique was not just the styling but also the advanced engine that featured revolutionary technological improvements. Inside, the car was decorated with beautiful patterns and a convertible roof, which gave it the feel of absolute luxury. It’s quite rare to find one of these in a museum or a car gallery, as even today, this creation remains one of the world's most prized and sought-after vehicles.