No Room For Passengers
Who says the thrill of the road requires a passenger seat? If you love driving alone, then you need to explore one-seater cars that defy convention with bold engineering and unapologetic individuality. They prove that the driver’s seat is enough to deliver a full experience. So, we’re here to appreciate the top 20 one-seaters that show how far creativity can go. Ready to ride solo in style? The last car will make you wonder if it’s even legal.
1. McLaren Solus GT
Born from a virtual dream in Gran Turismo, the McLaren Solus GT became a real-world hypercar, built for one. With a fighter jet-style canopy, extreme aerodynamics, and a naturally aspirated V10 pushing over 830 hp, it's a one-seat masterpiece designed for the track and made to stun.
2. BAC Mono
The BAC Mono is a bespoke, high-performance machine crafted for solo drivers seeking precision and speed. It has a carbon fiber frame, center-mounted seat, and tailored controls. The car nicely mimics F1 aesthetics for the road. What’s more impressive? Every unit is custom-fit to its owner’s body and preferences.
3. DeltaWing DWC13 (Driver-Only Configuration)
Originally designed for endurance racing, the DeltaWing DWC13 stunned the motorsport world with its fighter-jet shape and ultra-narrow front track. Its teardrop design reduced drag by over 50% compared to traditional race cars. It’s a wildly experimental ride!
4. Electra Meccanica Solo
This one is fully enclosed and all-electric, with zero emissions. Its three-wheeled design, 100-mile range, and compact footprint make it great for city roads. The Solo also bridges the gap between an eco-conscious ride and a daily commuter car.
5. KTM X-Bow
Track-focused and unapologetically raw, the KTM X-Bow strips driving down to its essentials. Its solo cockpit, open-wheel layout, and carbon monocoque chassis scream motorcycle roots in four-wheel form. Racing variants like the RR prioritize the 'one driver, one purpose' mantra and offer total control.
6. Light Car Company Rocket
While technically tandem, most drivers ride this car solo to experience its minimalist cockpit and motorcycle-inspired feel. With a weight of under 900 pounds, the Company Rocket delivers a pure, mechanical connection. Gordon Murray designed it to offer a raw, analog drive in an ultra-light chassis.
7. Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus 004S (Track-Only Configuration)
The SCG 004S in track-only trim has a center-seat layout, providing maximum focus and precision. A 650+ hp twin-turbo V8 and carbon fiber chassis promise brutal performance. Built for serious solo racers, it eliminates distractions to create a truly immersive driving experience.
8. Toyota Coms
Tiny but functional, the Toyota Coms is built for solo errands in crowded cities. Featuring a fully enclosed shell, 30-mile range, and 37mph top speed, it offers eco-friendly utility for short trips. This Toyota’s footprint is so small that it can squeeze into scooter-sized spaces.
9. Elio Motors P4
The Elio P4 aimed to make solo driving affordable and efficient with a narrow, three-wheeled body. Promising 84 mpg and a price under $8,000, it blended car-like comfort with motorcycle economy. Though production stalled, its concept of budget solo commuting struck a chord.
10. Morgan EV3
Classic styling meets electric innovation in the Morgan EV3. It’s a handcrafted single-seater. This EV features exposed wheels, a 120-mile range, and vintage aircraft flair for a distinctive solo ride experience. Its open cockpit and artisan build make every journey feel personal.
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11. Peel P50
Barely the size of a suitcase, the Peel P50 holds the record as the world’s smallest production car. It has only one door, a single headlight, and no reverse gear, delivering a comically minimal driving experience. Weighing just 130 pounds, it's often parked manually.
12. Messerschmitt KR200
Styled like a postwar jet, this solo ride had a narrow three-wheel frame, lift-up canopy, and joystick steering. Though technically tandem, it was mostly driven solo due to its tiny 191cc engine. The design prioritized efficiency and compactness, making it ideal for short-distance solo trips.
13. Caparo T1
A Formula One-inspired road car, the Caparo T1 features a central driving position, carbon fiber monocoque, and a screaming V8. It hits 0–60 in under 2.5 seconds and corners like a scalpel. Built only for the bold—and just one at a time.
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14. Tango T600
Dual electric motors propelled the Tango T600 from 0 to 60 mph in less than four seconds. Combining safety and speed, this car’s narrow chassis allowed two to fit in a single lane. Built for crowded streets, this mini car delivered solo driving with supercar acceleration.
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15. Lotus T125 / Exos
This track-only weapon from Lotus brings Formula One thrills to private garages. The T125 features a central driving position, carbon fiber chassis, and open-wheel aggression—just like the real deal. Only six were built, each a no-compromise, single-seat machine crafted for elite solo speed.
16. BAC Mono R
A ferocious evolution of the BAC Mono, the Mono R pushes solo driving to new heights with 343 horsepower. It’s a street-legal racer, and the world’s first production car to have the game-changing “graphene” material in its panels. This leads to a kerbweight of merely 1223.6 lbs.
17. Rinspeed Advantige R1
The Rinspeed Advantige R1 is a futuristic one-seater concept with a reclining cockpit that tilts into corners. While its ultra-low body adjusts with speed, the rear-view cameras replace mirrors. Powered by a bivalent engine, it runs on gasoline or biofuel, blending performance with eco-conscious design.
18. Ferrari FXX (Track Version)
While based on the Enzo, the FXX’s track-only program features a solo cockpit with no passenger seat. Ferrari maintains and runs these cars for their owners at curated events. It’s raw, exclusive, and built for serious solo laps.
19. Wolf GB08 Thunder
Built for the steepest challenges, the Wolf GB08 Thunder is a razor-sharp one-seater designed to dominate hill climbs. With Italian precision and a frame that seems to levitate through switchbacks, it delivers pure, unfiltered ascent. Other GB08 variants, like the Tornado, Extreme, and Raiden, carry the same DNA into endurance, sprint, and electric racing arenas.
20. Lamborghini Egoista
Lamborghini created the Egoista (meaning selfish) to celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary. The model is a one-seater supercar built with total driver isolation in mind. Inspired by fighter jets, it features a canopy door and a 600-hp V10 engine. The interior is so focused that the steering wheel must be removed to exit.
