5 most expensive cars in the U.S. market today

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The most exclusive segment in the automotive market is, most probably, the smallest of its kind, as well. After all, there is not too many of this rare kind of ultra-rich people who can afford to lavish themselves with cars worth upwards of a hundred thousand.

It is, therefore, just fitting for the manufacturers to cater to them with just as exclusive and plushy items on the menu. And consequently, this very concept of exclusivity is the reason why the most expensive cars in the market today were so aptly price. Not that this clique of moneyed individuals would mind the price, anyway.

"If it is an extremely limited vehicle and it has an extremely high price, that will draw the interest of people who are looking for limited-edition vehicles that hardly anyone can get. It sounds a little circular, but that's really what happens," said Karl Brauer, senior analyst from Kelley Blue Book, in an interview with 24/7 Wall St.

And in case you were wondering what the most expensive cars (2015 models only) are in the U.S. market today, 24/7 Wall St., in consideration of Kelley Blue Book's current fair purchase price, was able to come up with the top 5 list, USA Today also reported.

5. F12berlinetta

The F12berlinetta from luxury car maker Ferrari is one of the most exclusive cars in the market with just around 1,000 units produced in 2014 according to Fortune. Its price tag is a whopping $327,445. This very expensive sports car can get to a max speed of 211 mph and register an acceleration of zero to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds.

4. Phantom

British auto maker Rolls Royce are known for their luxury cars such as the Ghost and Wraith models. And, one of their most prized high-end car is the Phantom. This signature Rolls-Royce car can cost the owner close to half a million dollars ($485,275). One selling point of Phantom cars is its offer of having the option to custom-built the unit to suit the owners' preferences.

3. Aventador

The Aventador from Italian manufacturer Lamborghini costs $556,795 and lands at the third spot of the most expensive cars in the U.S. In 2013, the company profited from selling 1,001 units worldwide.

2. 918 Spyder

The distinction of being the second most expensive car in the U.S. market goes to the 918 Spyder. The numerical digits in the name indicate the number of units Porsche is going to produce for the year. This luxury vehicle is considered as the fastest in the world accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 2.2 seconds. It can cost potential owners about $929,995 to acquire one.

1. P1

McLaren CEO Mike Flewitt decided to preserve the exclusivity of the P1 model by producing a limited number and adhere to the principle of the brand to stay ever so exclusive. In 2013, the first year McLaren has offered P1 to the market, the company was able to sell all 375 units in less than a year. The P1 has a max speed of 217 mph and covers zero to 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds. It comes at a staggering price of $1,155,000--- the most expensive in the American market today.