[DML] Re: Was the DeLorean really a GM concept?

["doctor280" <doctor280@xxxx>]

> I have heard a disturbing rumor that our beloved DeLorean
> DMC-12 was actually a concept of General Motors that John
> DeLorean created while still at GM in the late '60s, early '70s.
> He then got caught designing this car behind GM's back,
> resulting in his resigning in '74.
> They considered the concept, but it was too costly to
> produce, so they ditched it.
>
> Could anyone please clear this up, seeing as this sounds
> like hearsay, but I am still confused.
>
> Much Thanks,
> Robert


This is my understanding, but it may not be true.

When Delorean was leaving GM, he attempted to obtain or purchase the rights,
plans and prototype of the the Aerovette. The Aerovette was a wankel
powered, rear engine or mid-engine, gullwinged car, that Delorean did work
on while at Chevy. The prototype was even painted silver.

Now it is my opinion that if Delorean had obtain the rights, plans, and the
prototype of this car when he left GM, we all would be driving very diffrent
looking Deloreans today.

The Delorean that we are driving today had no influence directly from GM.

Keep the dream alive and be safe,
Robert Starling
Vin#5252