MATT STONE
Curious about the real story behind the DeLorean? Matt Stones new book DeLorean offers a captivating look at John Z. DeLorean, the mastermind behind the iconic car from Back to the Future. DeLoreans career was full of highs and lows, from revolutionizing GM with the Pontiac GTO to creating his gull-winged sports car. Stones book uncovers the fascinating blend of Italian design and Irish manufacturing that gave birth to the DMC-12. It traces the cars journey from concept to reality, exploring how DeLoreans ambitious vision came to life despite numerous challenges.
At its core, the DeLorean story is one of ambition, innovation, and unexpected twists. John DeLoreans vision for his sports car was truly unique, combining American engineering with European flair. The DMC-12s stainless steel body and distinctive gull-wing doors set it apart from anything else on the road. Perhaps most intriguing is the DeLoreans second life after the companys demise. While the original DeLorean Motor Company filed for bankruptcy in 1982, the cars starring role in the 1985 blockbuster Back to the Future catapulted it to pop culture stardom.
