Ariel Atom

I know what you may be thinking. Yes, this thing is fully street legal. Before getting into the specifics of this vehicle, a little background info: Ariel is a relatively small automaker based in the UK that is best known for producing performance cars like the Atom and Nomad, but also having made motorcycles and other vehicles throughout the 20th Century. Displayed above is an Atom 3 from the 2007-14 model years. This version makes anywhere from 219-310 horsepower from its 2.0-liter four-cylinder mated to a six-speed manual. It goes from 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds onto a top speed limited to 155 mph. The Ariel Atom is composed of a primarily exposed chassis and cannot protect its driver and passenger from the elements (wind, rain, etc.); however, a small windshield is optional. Other versions include the 2, 2S, 500 V8, 3S, 3RS, 3.5R, and 4. Pricing for a new Ariel Atom starts at $74,750 for the Atom 4 and increases up to $119,995 for the Atom 3RS. On the other hand, an average used Ariel Atom can be had for around $50,000. Basically, the Ariel Atom is a go-kart on steroids and some of the most fun you'll ever have on four wheels.