When the Devil Chooses a Classic
The series Lucifer turned its main character into more than just a charming ruler of the underworld — it made him a proper dandy.
And one of the clearest ways the show underlined his taste and status was through his choice of car.
And one of the clearest ways the show underlined his taste and status was through his choice of car.
Corvette C1: A Ride Fit for the Devil
Lucifer Morningstar’s signature car is the 1962 Chevrolet Corvette C1.
A glossy black convertible, it slips perfectly into his image: a balance of old-school charm and timeless style. It isn’t another flashy supercar, but a true icon of American motoring — a car instantly recognisable even to those who know nothing about engines or horsepower.
A glossy black convertible, it slips perfectly into his image: a balance of old-school charm and timeless style. It isn’t another flashy supercar, but a true icon of American motoring — a car instantly recognisable even to those who know nothing about engines or horsepower.
The Corvette highlights several sides of Lucifer’s character:
Elegance and taste — he doesn’t chase the latest models; he chooses a classic.
Timelessness — like Lucifer himself, the car comes from another era, yet never feels out of date.
Dangerous allure — its low silhouette, sharp lines and throaty V8 sound are the perfect match for a devil who is as seductive as he is unsettling.
Still from the TV series Lucifer (2016–2021), © Warner Bros. Television / Netflix
Timelessness — like Lucifer himself, the car comes from another era, yet never feels out of date.
Dangerous allure — its low silhouette, sharp lines and throaty V8 sound are the perfect match for a devil who is as seductive as he is unsettling.
Still from the TV series Lucifer (2016–2021), © Warner Bros. Television / Netflix
Other Cars
in the Series
in the Series
While the Corvette remains his trademark, the show sprinkles in other vehicles.
Detective Chloe Decker, for instance, drives far more practical, modern cars — a neat contrast to Lucifer’s statement ride.
For her, a car is simply a tool for work; for him, it’s an extension of his image.
Detective Chloe Decker, for instance, drives far more practical, modern cars — a neat contrast to Lucifer’s statement ride.
For her, a car is simply a tool for work; for him, it’s an extension of his image.
Villains also turn up in cars of their own, whether for chase sequences or to show off their wealth.
But it’s always the Corvette that pulls viewers back to the heart of the story — as recognisable as the Lux nightclub or Lucifer’s grand piano.
But it’s always the Corvette that pulls viewers back to the heart of the story — as recognisable as the Lux nightclub or Lucifer’s grand piano.
5 Things You Might Not Know About Lucifer
1. The series is rooted in DC/Vertigo comics
Many viewers assume Lucifer is just a quirky detective show with the Devil as a lead.
In truth, the character of Lucifer Morningstar first appeared in Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman comics (DC/Vertigo) before getting his own spin-off series.
The version we see on screen was reimagined for television, but his origins go straight back to comic book lore.
2. Fans literally saved the show
After three seasons, Fox pulled the plug on Lucifer in 2018.
But the story didn’t end there — fans launched a huge social media campaign under the hashtag #SaveLucifer.
Their efforts paid off when Netflix picked up the rights and continued the series.
It’s one of those rare cases where fan power truly brought a show back from the dead.
3. Tom Ellis really does play the piano
Whenever Lucifer sits at the grand piano in Lux, that’s Tom Ellis himself at the keys.
While some of the vocals were polished in the studio, Ellis’s musical talent is genuine — he played live during filming, which gives those scenes an extra layer of authenticity.
1. The series is rooted in DC/Vertigo comics
Many viewers assume Lucifer is just a quirky detective show with the Devil as a lead.
In truth, the character of Lucifer Morningstar first appeared in Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman comics (DC/Vertigo) before getting his own spin-off series.
The version we see on screen was reimagined for television, but his origins go straight back to comic book lore.
2. Fans literally saved the show
After three seasons, Fox pulled the plug on Lucifer in 2018.
But the story didn’t end there — fans launched a huge social media campaign under the hashtag #SaveLucifer.
Their efforts paid off when Netflix picked up the rights and continued the series.
It’s one of those rare cases where fan power truly brought a show back from the dead.
3. Tom Ellis really does play the piano
Whenever Lucifer sits at the grand piano in Lux, that’s Tom Ellis himself at the keys.
While some of the vocals were polished in the studio, Ellis’s musical talent is genuine — he played live during filming, which gives those scenes an extra layer of authenticity.
Corvette C1
Still from the TV series Lucifer (2016–2021), © Warner Bros. Television / Netflix
Corvette C1
Still from the TV series Lucifer (2016–2021), © Warner Bros. Television / Netflix
4. The Corvette wasn’t chosen by accident
Lucifer’s car, the 1962 Chevrolet Corvette C1, was carefully picked to mirror his character: timeless, stylish, and impossible to ignore. It’s a true icon of American design.
Fun fact: the crew actually used multiple “double” cars on set to keep filming running smoothly.
5. Shot in both Los Angeles and Vancouver
Though the story is set in Los Angeles, much of the early filming took place in Vancouver for budget reasons.
Later seasons shifted entirely to LA, capturing more of the city’s real atmosphere — the same city where Lucifer owns his iconic nightclub, Lux.
The Corvette C1 has become as much a symbol of Lucifer as its soundtrack or the lead’s tailored suits.
Among fans, the car is often described as “another character” in the story.
And it makes sense: every time it rolls into frame, paired with Tom Ellis’s presence, it underlines the show’s luxurious, devil-may-care style.
Among fans, the car is often described as “another character” in the story.
And it makes sense: every time it rolls into frame, paired with Tom Ellis’s presence, it underlines the show’s luxurious, devil-may-care style.
