Cars are loved by one and all and some people can go to any extent for getting one; yes, some crazy freaks can’t get over their elegant cars. It is indeed a great style statement for impressing girls! Nowadays, people love brands; they save their hard earned money to get one and show off their status in the society. However, given below are few facts about favourite car brands that you probably didn’t know;
1) Initially Lamborghini manufactured tractors!
Earlier, Enzo Ferruccio Lamborghini took the Ferrari 250 GT for getting the clutch replaced and for proposing a better clutch. During that time, Enzo Ferrari stated that how could a silly manufacturer know about sports cars. After 4 months, the 1st Lamborghini car was launched by Ferruccio; it was the Lamborghini 350GTV.
2) Symbol of Toyota is not “T”
The Toyota’s “T” is formed from 3 ovals; the 2 ovals that overlap in the center reflect the trust and relation between customers and companies. The oval that encircles the two, represent the expansion and endless opportunities of Toyota. Moreover, it also forms a steering wheel, have you noticed?
3) Do you know why Volkswagen is called the people’s car?
Around 12 brands fall under the Volkswagen group and these include the Skoda, Bugatti, Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley and Audi. According to statistics, 1 out of 3 cars in Germany and 1 out of 10 cars across the globe is a Volkswagen.
4) You’ll be shocked to know the cost of spirit of ecstasy on Rolls Royce!
You won’t even be able to guess the price of the lady on that bonnet! Yes, it is an extremely expensive part of Rolls Royce. When Rolls Royce was purchased by BMW in the year 2002, around $40 million were paid so that the winged lady could be used.
5) Daniel Craig can drive Aston Martin cars for life!
Daniel Craig was awarded for his role in James Bond; now, he has that privilege of accessing any Aston Martin, throughout his life, isn’t that superb?
6) Do you know how the word Lamborghini “Countach” was derived?
When the designer proposed the design, the senior yelled “Countach”. It was the most unique design; but do you know the meaning? Well, when we translate it into English, it means “Holy F**K”.
7) History of BMW logo!
Many people believed that BMW’s logo is a symbol of helicopter propellers since the company used to manufacture it before cars. However; this is wrong, this white and blue color combination symbolizes freestate of Bavaria (Germany’s part which came under USSR after the 2nd World War)
8) Mercedes arrow was grey and not silver
In the year 1934, the white paint had to be scraped off for meeting weight regulations. It was grey earlier and later was scraped down to the metal counterpart.