DeLorean DMC-12
A stainless-steel, gull-wing cult classic with a very unusual backstory.
- Power
- 130 bhp
- Top speed
- 109 mph
- Est. value
- $35k–$80k
About the DeLorean DMC-12
John DeLorean’s sole production model was built in Northern Ireland for an American company and sold mainly in the United States. Unpainted stainless-steel panels and gull-wing doors made it immediately recognisable. The rear-mounted PRV V6 gives modest acceleration rather than the pace its shape suggests. Its role in Back to the Future subsequently made it one of the most recognisable cars of the 1980s.
DeLorean DMC-12 specs
The DeLorean DMC-12 produces 130 bhp (97 kW) and 207 Nm (153 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h).
| Make | DeLorean |
|---|---|
| Model | DMC-12 |
| Years | 1981–1983 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 9,000 built |
| Engine | 2.8L naturally aspirated rear-mounted V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,849 cc (2.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 130 bhp (97 kW) |
| Torque | 207 Nm (153 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,233 kg (2,718 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 105 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a DeLorean DMC-12 worth?
A typical DeLorean DMC-12 is estimated to be worth $35,000 – $80,000 (about £26,000 – £60,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
DeLorean DMC-12 rarity in CarSpot
The DeLorean DMC-12 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 57 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
DeLorean DMC-12 fun facts
- The body panels are brushed stainless steel over a glass-reinforced plastic structure.
- Production took place in Dunmurry, near Belfast.
