The 2014 North American International Auto Show is in the books, and most of the world’s automakers unveiled everything from concept cars to debut models to top shelf samples of already existing favorites.
Green tech abounded — with Toyota introducing their new hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. New looks at legendary makes made news — with the 50th Anniversary Ford Mustang turning heads. And nostalgic remakes of lost models appealed to hardcore car lovers — like the Porsche 911 Targa.
Still, when all is said done with the fancy new technology and engineering showcases, a car show like NAIAS 2014 is a great excuse to look at the world’s most beautiful vehicles. Before we conclude our NAIAS 2014 coverage, we take a look back at some of the show’s most striking visions.
2014 NAIAS Shiniest New Cars
With 2014 NAIAS in the books, we look back at the coolest cars on display in Detroit.
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Toyota FT-1 Concept
Toyota suggested a return to the sports car genre with this stylish new concept car and fresh design direction.
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Classic 1965 Ford Mustang
NAIAS 2014 marked a kickoff for the 50th Anniversary of the Ford Mustang, and classic editions of the legendary American sports car were everywhere.
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Jaguar F-Type
One of the most popular new models to debut in recent years, the F-Type Jag drew envious eyes.
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Lexus LFA
Still one of the most aggressive and advanced looking super cars, the $400,000 Lexus LFA is a technological wonder.
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Cadillac Elmiraj Concept
The Cadillac Elmiraj concept looks to reinvent the automakers Coupe line with a design nod to the luxury performance cars of the past.
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Mercedes-Benz Concept S-Class
This concept look at a new Mercedes-Benz S-Class doesn't look that outrageous when compared to the current car. They might build this one.
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Nissan Idx Freeflow Concept
The Nissan Idx Freeflow Concept harkens back to the straighter edged, boxier Japanese sports cars of decades past.
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Audi Plug-In E-Tron
The Audi Plug-In E-Tron electric vehicle hides its plug behind the automaker's classic four ring badge.
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Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray won Car of the Year at NAIAS 2014, with the Mazda 6 finishing just behind it.
