In the world of sports cars, the term “exotic” refers to vehicles produced in very limited numbers, often by smaller manufacturers and super high-end vehicles created by some of the better-known car companies outside of the United States.

Many exotics are legendary. The world’s fastest car, the McLaren F1, for instance is a well-known exotic. Although only around one hundred F1s were produced and the manufacturer is not a household name, the McLarens are coveted sports cars. Other exotics are also highly sought after and are often among the sports car world’s most impressive status symbols.