October 24, 2024

TL:DR - Retro Test Drive, DeLorean DMC-12

18 minutes

For this particular Retro Test Drive, I found myself in the great state of Texas on business with some extra time to visit with friends. With a lot of hand-wringing on the part of Don Weberg from Garage Style Magazine, he relented and was willing to let me spend a few hours with his prized, all-original 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 VIN#3900. Don reminded me often that I was “one of the few folks that has driven this car in its entire 42 years of being on the road. Be careful with it.” I got this.

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00:00 The Unique Culture of Car Naming

01:10 Retro Test Drive: The DeLorean DMC 12

01:49 Understanding Hero Cars

03:14 Driving Experience and Observations

04:07 Exploring the DeLorean's Design

06:42 Behind the Wheel: First Impressions

07:33 Engine and Driving Dynamics

08:24 Interior Comfort and Ergonomics

08:44 Ergonomics and Driving Challenges

09:48 Exploring Blair Witch Road

10:19 Handling and Performance Insights

11:45 Comparing the DMC 12 to Other Cars

12:43 Is the DMC 12 a Sports Car?

13:54 The Legacy of the DeLorean DMC 12

15:11 Final Thoughts and Appreciation

16:54 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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