The DeLorean is a sports car that was produced by the DeLorean Motor Company from 1981 to 1983. It is best known for its distinctive stainless steel body and gull-wing doors. The car was designed by John DeLorean, a former General Motors executive, and aimed to combine innovative design with performance. The DeLorean gained widespread fame after appearing in the Back to the Future film trilogy, where it was used as a time machine. Despite its iconic status, the car faced production challenges and financial difficulties, leading to the company's bankruptcy shortly after its launch.