4 Most Luxurious Cars That Were Absolute Beast!

4 Most Luxurious Cars That Were Absolute Beast In the world of cars, most vehicles either focus on luxury or performance. But a few rare machines tried to do both—and did it in the boldest, strangest ways. This video explores 4 of the most luxurious cars that were absolute beasts underneath the hood. These were not just fancy rides. They were rolling powerhouses that could turn heads in silence and roar when needed. First, we dive into the Stutz Blackhawk, a car that looked like it belonged in a parade, not on the freeway. Born in the 1970s from the mind of James O'Donnell and styled by ex-Chrysler designer Virgil Exner, the Blackhawk had everything—gold trim, leather from England, even built-in liquor cabinets. But under all that flash was a massive V8 engine pulled from Pontiac muscle cars. It was heavy, loud, and burned gas like there was no tomorrow. Next, we explore the De Tomaso Longchamp, Italy’s answer to the American muscle car. Made by Alejandro de Tomaso, this boxy grand tourer came with a Ford Cleveland V8, making it both powerful and unpredictable. It was a strange mix of Italian style and American brute force. With only 409 ever built, including a rare convertible version, it remains one of the most unique GT cars from the 1970s and 1980s. Then comes the Panther De Ville, a British-built car that looked like it drove out of a 1930s gangster movie. Panther Westwinds gave this beast a body like a Bugatti Royale, but under the hood were Jaguar V12s and inline-sixes. Celebrities like Elton John and the Shah of Iran owned one, and it even became the official ride of Cruella de Vil in the “101 Dalmatians” movies. Despite its cartoon looks, it packed real power. Last but not least, we talk about the Mercedes-Benz 600, also known as the W100. This was not just a luxury car—it was a machine built for dictators, rockstars, and royalty. With a 6.3-liter V8 engine, insane hydraulic systems, and custom everything, it was a moving fortress that weighed over 6,000 pounds. Yet it could glide down the road smoother than most modern cars. These four cars were strange, flashy, powerful, and rare. They were made for people who wanted everything—comfort, size, and raw strength. They may not have made sense to everyone, but they were unforgettable. ____ We do not own the footages/images compiled in this video. It belongs to individual creators or organizations that deserve respect. By creatively transforming the footages from other videos, this work qualifies as fair use and complies with U.S. copyright law without causing any harm to the original work's market value. COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. _____

Added 21 Sept 2026