9 spooky car names: from Rolls-Royce Ghost to Demon
If Halloween calls for more than a costume and you want a car that sends a shiver down the block, go for a model with a name built to spook. Automotive history is packed with machines whose badges sound like they rolled straight out of a horror flick. From elegant Ghosts to outright Demons—here are nine icons where image matters as much as the muscle under the hood.
Rolls-Royce Ghost — the specter that started it all
Rolls‑Royce was first to turn mystique into part of its identity. Back in 1907, the company’s marketers accidentally nicknamed a silver 40/50 the Silver Ghost. The press liked it so much that Ghost became a signature tag for an entire generation of cars. Later came the Phantoms—the true rulers of the road and shorthand for aristocratic mystery.
Dodge Charger Hellcat — a machine from hell
The very idea of a Hellcat sounds menacing. With 717 hp and that trademark supercharger wail, the Charger Hellcat is a bona fide monster among American muscle. Even the startup bark can make you flinch. This Dodge isn’t merely a car—it’s a trial by fire for the driver and everyone nearby.
AMC Gremlin — a ’70s classic with a cursed name
America’s compact Gremlin turned into a symbol of the era’s odd choices. Despite a modest 122 hp from a 5.0‑liter V8, it became famous more for its name than its pace. In the U.S., the badge was associated with the creatures from the horror of the same name—little troublemakers that plunge everything into chaos.
Dodge Demon — evil incarnate on wheels
Perhaps the most vivid spawn of the muscle‑car world: the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The first version packed 852 hp, and the new Demon 170 now delivers 1,033. The sprint to 100 km/h takes 1.66 seconds. Here, “demon” isn’t a metaphor—it’s an accurate read of its character.
Lamborghini Diablo — devilish fervor
The name of this 1990s supercar translates simply as “devil.” And it truly carries something infernal: razor lines, a bellowing V12, and a legendary temperament. This Lamborghini became a symbol of the era when speed and a touch of madness were treated as virtues.
Dodge Charger Banshee — death personified
The banshee is a figure from Irish folklore, a spirit that foretells death. Dodge planned to give this name to an electric Charger with 900 hp and 800‑volt tech, but the project never materialized. Perhaps for the best: even on paper, it sounded a shade too grim.
Alfa Romeo Spider — an elegant web of fear
The word Spider gives many people the creeps, yet in car culture it’s shorthand for flair. The Alfa Romeo Spider lived for more than half a century and, despite the eerie moniker, is regarded as one of the most beautiful Italian machines.
Rolls-Royce Wraith — a harbinger of death
Another ghostly creation from Rolls‑Royce. Wraith refers to a spirit that appears before death. Paradoxically, this V12 coupe represents refinement and force rather than fear—an elegant apparition in a tailored suit of steel.
Grave Digger — the monster with no equal
The Monster Truck known as Grave Digger is a legend of American shows. Since 1982 it has been tearing up arenas; its 8.8‑liter engine produces 1,450 hp, and glowing red headlights give it a truly demonic presence. This isn’t a street car—it’s a rolling horror icon.
From the delicate Ghosts and Wraiths to the furious Hellcat and Demon, automakers have long woven mystique and menace into their image. These names carry an energy that stirs the imagination. If you want to make Halloween properly dramatic, pick a car with a personality—sometimes the badge speaks louder than the exhaust.