How to Get the DeLorean in Forza Horizon 5

I’ll be honest—when Forza Horizon 5 dropped, the first thing I did after ogling the Mexican coastline was check how to snag that stainless-steel time machine wannabe, the DeLorean. It’s still one of those cars that makes you feel like Doc Brown might pop out of the garage, even in 2026. The good news? Getting it isn’t rocket science, but it does require a little playlist hustle.

So, let’s talk about the actual path. Unlike some rare cars in Forza Horizon 5, the DeLorean is tied directly to the Festival Playlist. That means you won’t find it sitting in the Autoshow waiting for you to throw credits at it. Instead, you need to wait for the right season—specifically, the Summer Festival Playlist—and start ticking off challenges.

Over the years, the Forza franchise has built a reputation for pairing well-designed mechanics with genuinely stunning visuals, and Forza Horizon 5 is no exception. The DeLorean is one of those models that benefits from the extra graphical polish—especially when the light hits that brushed stainless body during a sunset run down the highway.

How the Festival Playlist works in 2026

The Festival Playlist rotates through seasons, and each season brings a fresh batch of challenges. For the Summer Playlist that features the DeLorean, you’ll see a mix of:

• 🏁 Seasonal Championships

• 🚗 PR Stunts like speed traps, drift zones, and danger signs

• 📸 Photo challenges

• 🔧 Weekly Forzathon challenges

• 🎮 The Trial or seasonal playground games

Each completed challenge awards points, and those points unlock reward cars at certain thresholds. The DeLorean sits at 26 points, which is a decent chunk but totally doable if you don’t sleep on the weekly challenges. My advice? Knock out the PR stunts first because they’re usually quick, then clean up the championships. Before you know it, you’ll have enough to claim the car.

A quick step-by-step

1. Open the Festival Playlist and confirm the Summer season is active.

2. Look for the DeLorean in the reward car list, usually on the second page of seasonal rewards.

3. Complete as many challenges as you can, prioritizing high-point activities.

4. Reach 26 points.

5. Head to the Playlist screen and claim your DeLorean.

One thing I’ll say: don’t panic if the point requirement shifts slightly in a future playlist update. Playground Games sometimes tweaks reward costs, but when I grabbed mine, 26 points was the magic number.

Is it worth the grind?

Here’s where I get a little torn. If you’re a collector, this is a no-brainer. It’s a movie icon, the stainless-steel body looks fantastic in the Mexican sun, and those gullwing doors never get old. I’ve spent more time in photo mode with the DeLorean than I care to admit.

But honestly? Under the hood, it’s not exactly a rocket. Compared to the modern supercars in Forza Horizon 5, the DeLorean feels more like a stylish cruiser than a track monster. That doesn’t make it bad—it just means you’re buying it for the vibe, not the lap times.

What if you miss the Summer Playlist?

If the Summer season slips away before you hit 26 points, your best bet is to keep an eye on the Auction House. Be prepared to pay a premium, though—prices can get spicy when a movie icon is involved. In my experience, the DeLorean pops up there now and then, but if you’re patient, it may also return in a future Festival Playlist rotation. That is usually the cheaper route, even if it means waiting a bit.

Final thoughts

If you’re still on the fence, let me put it this way: the DeLorean is one of those cars that makes Forza Horizon 5 feel special. It’s not the fastest thing in the garage, but it’s a classic, and the Summer Playlist gives you a clear, straightforward route to unlock it. Just be ready to shill out those 26 points and do a little seasonal grinding. Once it’s in your collection, you’ll probably find yourself just staring at it for a minute—no flux capacitor required.