The legend of John DeLorean is just that: a legend. His reputation, once impeccable, was destroyed by a well-publicized arrest for cocaine trafficking.

It’s a great story, and a familiar arc: a rich, accomplished man brought down by his own hubris and greed. The fact that it's not remotely true never really seems to come up.

This week, we'll ressurect the legend, and piece together the remarkable story of John DeLorean, and the iconic car that bears his name.