Also bear in mind that the De Lorean coupé started life as the De Lorean Safety Vehicle ( DSV ) , which was meant to combine perceived sportiness and safety in

Also bear in mind that the De Lorean coupé started life as the De Lorean Safety Vehicle ( DSV ) , which was meant to combine perceived sportiness and safety in one package; it wasn't primarily about performance. Mr D L successfully persuaded the Allstate Insurance Company to part-fund the two DSV prototypes on account of the safety emphasis.