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5 Cars That Were One-Hit Wonders
5 Cars That Were One-Hit Wonders
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It’s National One-Hit Wonder Day! We’re all about cars here at Copart, so we decided to make a list of some of our favorite one-hit wonders from automotive history. These cars are some of the most iconic one-offs from well-known manufacturers or innovative ideas that just never caught on. Either way, we love these cars, and we hope you love this list too.
5. SSC Ultimate Aero
The SSC Ultimate Aero earns its spot on this list for one reason… speed. Throughout the 2000s, car manufacturers were elbowing one another to have a car with the title “fastest in the world.” At the time, that title belonged to the 253 mph Bugatti Veyron, but not for long. In 2007 the Ultimate Aero reached 257 mph, becoming the fastest production car in the world, a title it held until 2010.
4. BMW Isetta
Isn’t it adorable? This is no M3. The BMW Isetta was first produced in 1955 and is one of the most popular and iconic tiny cars of all time. Based on the Italian Iso Isetta, no other one-cylinder car has sold more units than the Isetta. There is only one door on the Isetta, and it’s on the front of the car! The Isetta’s little 247 cc motorcycle engine produced a blistering 13 hp, but this didn’t stop consumer demand for the car in Europe. Over 160,000 BMW Isettas were made before production ceased in 1962. Forget modern BMWs – this is the real “ultimate driving machine.”
3. Saleen S7
Few American cars deserve their spot on this list more than the Saleen S7. The S7 was Saleen’s first production vehicle, but more important, it was America’s first mid-engine production supercar. The car debuted in 2000 and has boasted a successful racing career through the years, including a win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. One of the S7’s biggest claims to fame is its downforce at high speeds. According to Steve Saleen himself, the car produces so much downforce it can drive upside-down at speeds over 160 mph!
2. Lancia Stratos
Italian car manufacturer Lancia has given the world many vehicles, but none are as special as the Stratos. Designed by Bertone and built specifically to dominate the 1970s rally scene, the Stratos did just that. The car won the 1974, 1975 and 1976 World Rally Championship and left its impression in dozens of races beyond that. At the wheel of the Stratos, drivers had full control over a Ferrari-built mid-engine V8 and styling that allowed for extreme aerodynamic ability at high speeds. Due to regulations in rally racing and the ever-changing style of modern cars, it’s unlikely we’ll ever see anything like the Stratos again.
1. DeLorean DMC-12
The quintessential one-hit wonder of the automotive world is the DeLorean DMC-12. Even outside its fame from the Back to the Future franchise, the DeLorean is unique. With iconic gull-wing doors, a rear-mounted engine and eccentric brushed stainless-steel body panels, the DeLorean was a head-turner in the 1980s. Over 30 years after the production of the DeLorean DMC-12 was ceased, there is still a high demand for the car around the world, making the car a real timepiece.
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BUY A RECYCLED TRANSMISSION WITH CONFIDENCE
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“There are few words scarier than, “You need a new transmission.” That’s because replacing a transmission can cost $4,000 to $5,000. It is one of the most expensive parts to replace on a vehicle, second only to replacing an engine. If you’re already driving an older vehicle, that repair could cost more than your vehicle is worth. There are several options for repair: new or remanufactured, rebuilt and used/recycled. Remanufactured transmissions are built in factory and are the most expensive. Rebuilt transmissions are broken transmissions that are disassembled and inspected, and the damaged parts are replaced and the entire transmission is reassembled. These can still be an expensive option. That’s why used or recycled transmissions, like those found at www.PartCycle.com, are such a great deal. A, quality, used transmission is an Original Equipment Manufactured (OEM) part that can save you big money.
RECYCLED TRANSMISSION BASICS – WHAT DO I GET?
A transmission is part of your vehicle’s drivetrain. Simply put, it takes power from the engine and converts it to the drive shafts that literally move your vehicle. When a vehicle is dismantled the entire drivetrain (made up of the engine, transmission and accessories like the alternator, compressor, starter, etc.) is removed and the transmission is unbolted from the engine. The transmission is then cleaned and stored inside a warehouse until it is sold. Amber Kendrick, manager of Pete’s Auto Parts in Jenison, Mich., says the recycled transmission may come with seals and gaskets and a filter, but those should all be replaced with new before installing it. “You don’t want to ruin your new (used) transmission because you didn’t buy a $23 filter!” she said.
GET ALL THE DETAILS
There are other things you should know when buying a recycled transmission. Make sure the vehicle your replacement transmission came out of has low mileage. You don’t want to buy a mechanical part from a vehicle that had a lot of miles on it, because you might end up replacing the part again. Instead, purchase mechanical parts from vehicles with low miles that were in a collision (which had nothing to do with a failing part). “We have a ton of information about every vehicle at our fingertips and we’d be happy to share it with you,” said Kendrick. “Some good questions to ask: Do you drain the fluid and inspect the magnet? What do I have to do to ensure the warranty is not void? When does the warranty start? Has the vehicle been run?”
ASK ABOUT AN EXTENDED WARRANTY
Every part on PartCycle comes with a standard 90-day warranty. Some of PartCycle’s suppliers provide an even longer warranty standard, like Pete’s does with a six-month warranty. But Kendrick also suggests to ask the auto recycling facility about extended warranties and labor warranties. “We highly recommend purchasing a labor warranty when you buy a labor intensive part – if the transmission fails, we not only get you a quality replacement, we also pay labor at $75 per book hour and pay for fluids/filters/seals/gaskets, up to $1,000. Every recycling facility has different warranty offerings and conditions and I highly recommend you read the warranty carefully and follow all the instructions.”
Written by
ERIN SANDAGE
Erin Sandage
Senior Editor at The Locator
Erin has written articles on the automotive industry since 2008 with a specific focus on automotive recycling. She also serves as Senior Editor for The Locator Magazine and Locator UpFront.
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