What’s actually slowing this PC down?
Pick the symptom - the matching free tool is one click away.
The world’s longest car is The American Dream, a custom limousine built by Jay Ohrberg and restored by a team led by Michael Dezer. Guinness World Records currently lists it at 30.51 metres (100 ft 1.50 in), measured in Orlando on 1 March 2022. Its history is not one continuous build: Guinness accounts describe an initial 60-foot car in 1986 and a 100-foot version completed in 1992, followed decades later by a major restoration.
How long is the world’s longest car?
Guinness World Records’ current longest-car listing credits Michael Dezer with the record for The American Dream. It gives the length as 30.51 metres (100 ft 1.50 in) and the record location and date as Dezerland Action Park in Orlando, Florida, on 1 March 2022.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Other Guinness publications report slightly different metric figures: the 2022 restoration feature says 30.54 metres, while a 2024 video transcript gives 30.538 metres. Those are source-specific published measurements, not evidence that the car changed length. For the current record figure, the Guinness listing is the reference point.
How the American Dream became 100 feet long
It began as a 60-foot custom car
Jay Ohrberg, a California car customizer, built the vehicle from 1976 Cadillac Eldorado limousines. Guinness’ 2022 restoration account says the car was first built in Burbank, California, in 1986 and measured 60 feet. It describes two sections connected by a central hinge, with controls allowing it to be driven from either end.
#1 Best Overall
- Las Vegas 1999 Town Car Stretch Limousine - 7001WLV Model Vehicle
- 1/38 Scale Collectible Model Limousine
- This is a 7"L x 2"W x 2"H Diecast Metal model with some plastic parts
- Pullback Action With Openable Doors, Sunroof, And Hood
- 1 car, no box
The later version reached 100 feet
Guinness’ 2015 retrospective describes the 100-foot configuration as completed in 1992. Keeping the two dates distinct resolves an apparent discrepancy: one Guinness account dates the original 60-foot construction to 1986, while another identifies 1992 as the completion of the 100-foot version.
The later car was an elaborate display vehicle rather than a practical limousine. Guinness accounts describe 26 wheels and two engines, as well as a swimming pool with a diving board, a jacuzzi, a waterbed, a bathtub, a mini-golf putting area, a helipad, televisions, a refrigerator and a telephone. The 2022 feature reports room for more than 75 people. These are Guinness-reported features and capacity, not a claim that every item was independently verified during restoration.
Rank #2
- I Love New York 1999 Town Car Stretch Limousine - 7001DK-LNY Showcasts Model Vehicle
- 1/38 Scale Collectible Model Limousine
- This is a 7"L x 1.75"W x 1.75"H Diecast Metal model with some plastic parts
- Pullback With Openable Front And Back Doors, Sunroof, Hood
- 1 car, no box
How the car was found and brought back
From showpiece to neglected project
As maintenance demands and the difficulty of storing and parking such an unusually long car mounted, it lost attention and deteriorated. Guinness’ 2015 retrospective describes it falling into disrepair; its 2022 account says it rusted in storage and that some parts could not be salvaged.
Outdated Drivers Are Slowing You Down
One free scan finds every outdated or missing driver and matches the right update for your exact hardware.Free scan · exact hardware matchPC Slower Than It Used to Be?
A free scan shows the junk files, broken settings and background clutter dragging Windows down - then fixes them in one click.Free scan · Windows 10 & 11Michael Manning, who later became involved in its recovery and restoration, told Guinness he first encountered it at an autobody show in New Jersey. “I first found the car at an autobody show in New Jersey and it was garbage. It was covered in graffiti, the windows were broken, the tires were flat, but I fell in love with it anyway. I said, ‘I’m going to get this car and I’m going to bring it back and restore it.’”
Rank #3
- Brand new box. Real rubber tires. Officially licensed product. Has opening hood and doors. Made of diecast with some plastic parts. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Detailed interior, exterior, engine compartment. Dimensions approximately L-8.25, W-3.25, H-3.25 inches.
The route to Orlando
According to Guinness’ 2022 account, Manning later saw the car listed on eBay and pursued it. He partnered with the corporation that had listed it to bring it to New York, but the car remained there for years as restoration plans struggled to secure funding. In 2019, Michael Dezer saw it listed on eBay, bought it and arranged for it to be shipped to Orlando.
What the restoration involved
The work went well beyond repainting and repairing the visible damage. Guinness reports that the restoration team used donor Eldorados for many exterior parts, found an Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser roof, and replaced the damaged cab and drivetrain with components from donor cars.
Rank #4
- Product size: 6.69*2.36*1.97 inches Weight: 0.7 pounds Outer packaging: exquisite color translucent packaging box
- Material: Die-cast car model, made of zinc alloy, with plastic parts, rubber tires, detailed interior and exterior decoration.
- Function: Press the two wheels of the front car to trigger the sound of the engine and the lights, with upright car logos,the angel logo is stored in the hood. The details of the body interior are realistic. Place the car on a flat ground, press the body and pull it back, the car will drive forward. (With pull back function)
- This Rolls-Royce Phantom 1/32 car model pull back car is very suitable for children to play with. The paint is exquisite and feels good, and it is heavy to hold. It is also very suitable for car model enthusiasts as a decoration.
- Accessories and collections: This product is very suitable for static accessories and can be used as an accessory next to a computer. For those who are passionate about collecting model car models, this is a great art collection.
Guinness World Records’ 2022 feature says the restoration took three years and cost more than $250,000 for shipping, materials and labour. That is the project figure reported in the feature, not an independently audited budget.
Quick wins for a faster PC:
Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsFree Scan →Why it is mainly a display car
The hinge allowed the two sections to turn, but the car’s scale remains a serious practical limit. Manning told Guinness, “You really couldn’t put it on the road because it’s too long.” He added: “It was built to be put on display.” A later Guinness video transcript likewise describes it as not being for everyday driving.
Best Value
- Licensed through Motormax
- Classic Styling: Faithful reproduction of the 1957 Chevy Bel Air with authentic taxi cab livery, roof sign, and period-correct detailing.
- Detailed Interior: Realistic dashboard, seating, and trim elements reflecting 1950s style.
- Functionality: Opening doors, hood, and trunk for interactive display.
- Quality Build: Die-cast metal body with plastic parts for precision and durability.
Guinness reported in 2022 that the restored car was displayed at Dezerland Park Orlando’s Auto Museum. That report establishes where it was displayed at the time; current display status and visitor details should be checked with the venue before making a trip.
Quick Recap
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
