On the one side, the '90s gave us fantastic supercars, sports car models, and rev-happy imports making an impact; on the other, they were controversial times for gearheads and car culture. In fact, the non-halo automobiles of the time were underwhelming, to say the least.

Before current computers came along and made pretty much any shape that can cut through air conceivable, these were the last generation of cars to be created primarily with pencil and clay, fashioned out of rectangles and wedges. Some were fairly advanced, others met specific demands, while some should have never left the drawing board.

Cars of the 1990s had a lot of strange forms as if they had forgotten about aerodynamics. From egg-shaped small station wagons to boxy vehicles, 1990s automobiles were available in every design and color imaginable. Strangely, 1990s automobiles had their own identities. That's a wonderful thing because we all know that character is more important than appearance.

Companies were speculating on what would entice automobile purchasers in various ways. However, despite their best efforts, manufacturers frequently missed the point and produced vehicles that end up on lists of the most unattractive automobiles. Whether you like them or not, here are some "distinctive" vehicles that we won't be lining up to buy anytime soon.

10 1996 Suzuki X-90

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The Washington Post describes the Suzuki X-90 as "a no-butt, bubble of a thing, a laugher if there ever was one." "It has a shaved tail, a large glass roof, bug-eyed headlamps, and bulging fenders."

1996 Suzuki X90 Mini SUV
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It's hilarious and adorable. Unfortunately, there were few consumers on the adorable side of the line, and they ended the production of this odd little SUV after a few years. It was both unnecessary and unsightly. With only 18 months on the market, Suzuki pulled it from the market. One of the strangest cars of the 1990s, if not all time.

9 Yamaha OX99-11

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Yamaha is a Japanese motorbike and musical instrument manufacturer. Yamaha and some carmakers have also collaborated on the development of engines for high-performance automobiles occasionally. They created their own design vehicle. Although it eventually failed, we knew it as the OX99-11.

Yamaha OX99-11 concept car cockpit
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All three OX99-11 prototypes appear to have survived, with one being sold for $1.3 million in Japan just last year. Yamaha's aim of building a road automobile was never realized, and its F1 efforts were a resounding failure.

Related: Yamaha OX99-11: The $1.8 Million Fighter Jet For The Road

8 1999 Qvale Mangusta

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When a deal between De Tomaso and financial backer Kjell Qvale fell through, Qvale went it alone, renaming the project the Mangusta. The engine and portions of the interior are grabbed from the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra to save money, but the structure is distinctive, featuring double wishbones all around.

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At 6,000 revolutions per minute, the 4.6-liter V-8 produces 320 horsepower. It persisted for a few years before disappearing, but not before giving birth to another enigmatic automobile, the MG XPower SV coupe.

Related: The Short Life Of The DeTomaso/Qvale Mangusta In Focus

7 Aixam Mega Track

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The Aixam Mega Track, which was produced from 1995 to 2000, is one of those long-forgotten supercars that may have been revolutionary. Although this member of the strange supercars club has a mid-engine layout, it also boasts something no other supercar does: off-road capabilities. It's the only supercar from the 1990s or any supercar that can actually be enjoyed on all terrains.

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The Mega Track is much bigger than any other supercar ever created. Despite the car's large V-12 in the back, it features four regular seats. It Is the Largest and heaviest supercar of that era.

Related: Aixam Mega Track: The Original Rallyfighter

6 Plymouth Prowler

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The Plymouth Prowler was a fresh take on a hot rod from 1932. Cycle fenders led the way, covering only the front wheels and keeping the suspension visible for all to see. Many elements of the Plymouth roadster were common with other Chrysler vehicles, notably the inadequate V6 from the company's LH sedans.

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The trunk of the Prowler was so small that the business sold a matching wagon so you could haul a weekend's worth of luggage and supplies.

Related: 10 Things Most People Forgot About The Plymouth Prowler

5 Fiat Multipla

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It's long been one of the most obnoxious automobiles ever created. The muffin-topped Multipla looks like someone transplanted from a gigantic terrarium on top of the lower body of a tiny-wheeled station wagon. As if it wasn't awful enough, they then strewed several haphazardly placed headlights across the front-end.

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The Multipla's original distinctive style lasted only a few years until a redesign in the year, as practical as it was and built with ample headroom and space for passengers or freight. The most obnoxious of the Multiplas endured until a revision in 2004.

4 Nissan S Cargo

1989 Nissan S-Cargo
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What makes it so unattractive? All of it, to be specific. What could it be called if it looks like a snail and transports cargo? The 1989 Nissan S-Cargo was born when Nissan needed a name for their Japanese-market delivery van. Its odd design was inspired by the Citroen 2CV.

Blue 1989 Nissan S-Cargo parked on a European street
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The S-Cargo had a three-year production run because it was too small for even the tiniest delivery. It was a lot smaller than the Mini Cooper we had today. There were just 8,000 made.

3 1999 Honda Insight

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The Toyota Prius was not the first hybrid automobile sold in the United States, despite Toyota's supremacy in the hybrid car market. The award goes to the 1999 Honda Insight, an ultra-aerodynamic two-door with ultra-skinny tires and a city fuel economy of 61 miles per gallon.

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When the Insight came, gas prices were low, and consumers were unfamiliar with hybrid vehicles. Sales plummeted, and Toyota's more typical four-door first-generation Prius sedan dominated the market.

2 Panoz Roadster

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In the automobile world, the 1990s witnessed the end of the prototype-like car era. The automobiles that launched the Panoz brand in the United States - and if you look closely, you can see an American take on the original Lotus 7 form. The Roadster is a special car indeed.

Panoz Roadster AIV Interior
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Panoz designed the aluminum box frame. Body panels are likewise aluminum, formed by Superform USA in California using superplastic forming. The end product is a 70 percent aluminum vehicle with a curb weight of only 2,600 pounds. AIV stands for Aluminum Intensive Vehicle, which explains the name. The engine is a 5.0-liter Ford V-8. It's quick, as you might expect.

1 BMW Z1

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The Z1 was a quirky automobile back then, and it still is now. The Z1 is a car that isn't especially speedy or capable. It's already a high-priced treasure that enthusiasts would spend money on because of its unique design and clever vanishing doors.

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They went completely blue-sky with the doors while being urged to infuse some cool air into their architectural thoughts. When you pull the handle, the glass window descends into the door, and the door itself motors down electrically. And yes, it is possible to drive with the doors open.