15 Seductive Steering Wheels: The Iconic Of All Eras

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Posted: May 04, 2023

If the exterior design and features, along with the technology equipped in a supercar, can attract car buyers, then the small details of the steering wheel can make people even more enchanted, giving you joy with every press of the accelerator pedal.

It wouldn't be crazy to say that the steering wheel will soon become a thing of the past as technology advances and the race for self-driving cars intensifies. In the not-too-distant future, we will no longer see steering wheels on cars. That's why few people remember the older supercars that captured people's hearts with their unique and alluring steering wheels. Let's take a look back at the steering wheels of those supercars with the Supercar Magazine.

Let's find out with carcover what names are in this list!

1. Jaguar E-Type (1961)

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Even the legendary Enzo Ferrari had to tip his hat and admit that the Jaguar E-Type was the most beautiful supercar ever produced, and of course, it's no surprise that the steering wheel is equally stunning. In fact, the Jaguar supercar's steering wheel even inspired details on the mechanical watch.

2. Bugatti Type 57 (1937)

The 1937 Bugatti Type 57 features a simple yet elegant and shiny steering wheel that exudes a sophisticated charm, capable of captivating anyone at first sight of this supercar.

3. Pagani Zonda R (2009)

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"Perhaps this is the first and only time a supercar has a tachometer positioned in the center of the steering wheel. This is a crazy design by Pagani, but for a supercar with a crazy price tag ($1.56 million) like the Pagani Zonda R, such a crazy design is not surprising, is it?"

4. Cintroen DS (1955)

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The Citroen DS21, which has been produced since 1955, has a design that could not be simpler, yet it is still fascinating to people due to its unique design.

5. Spyker C8 (2000)

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The interior of the Spyker C8 supercar is inspired by airplanes, and to match the theme, a shiny metal four-spoke steering wheel has been designed to provide a sense of adventurous flying.

6. Ferrari Enzo (2002)

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Not the only car, but the legendary supercar Ferrari Enzo was one of the first Ferraris to have a steering wheel designed similar to F1 cars.

7. Pagani Huayra (2012)

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If the steering wheel of the Zonda R features basic designs, then the "God of Wind" Pagani Huayra boasts a glossy steering wheel that incorporates all modern functions.

8. Honda NSX-R (1992)

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The 1992 Honda NSX-R racing supercar, with lightning-fast speed, features a vertically positioned steering wheel and the most minimalist design possible.

9. Lamborghini Miura (1966)

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And in the 60s and 70s, the sleek three-spoke steering wheel design resembling rally racing cars became quite popular among super sports cars. However, among the countless cars of that time, you couldn't find a steering wheel more beautiful than the one in the Lamborghini Miura.

10. Dodge Charger (1969)

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The steering wheel of the 1969 Dodge Charger also features a simple yet very sophisticated design that is no less impressive than the Miura.

11. Shelby Cobra CSX 2000 (1962)

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The first Shelby Cobra was produced by the British car manufacturer AC Cars, and it followed the trend of a simple and elegant three-spoke steering wheel.

12. Porsche GT2 RS (2017)

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The 2017 Porsche GT2 RS sports car features a three-spoke steering wheel made of carbon fiber with very few integrated functions, designed to avoid distracting the driver while enjoying the power of the Porsche supercar.

13. Ferrari F40 (1987)

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The Ferrari F40 supercar, designed personally by Enzo, is considered his special mark for the Ferrari car company. The interior of the car stands out with a simple three-spoke steering wheel, in line with the philosophy of "simple is the best".

14. Fiat 124 Sport Spider (1966)

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The Fiat 124 Sport Spider features a two-spoke steering wheel that is round and flat, adorned with a wooden rim around it, creating a unique and distinctive character.

15. Aston Martin Lagonda (1976)

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The unique wave-like steering wheel of the Aston Martin Lagonda blends seamlessly with the rest of the design of the supercar. It embodies the bold style of the 1970s while also paving the way for the modernity of 1980s car models.

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