1. 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon
As seen in: Mad Max
Filmmakers modified the 1973 Ford Falcon XB Gt Coupe with a Concorde-style nose cone, wheel arch flares, spoilers, supercharger, and more to create this mean-looking ride that became known as the “Pursuit Special” in this cult film.
What we love:
- Dual overhead cam engine
- Solid 600 horsepower
- Siren perfect for hunting down bad guys in a post-apocalyptic universe
2. 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse
As seen in: The Fast and the Furious
The late Paul Walker made his first appearance in the iconic Fast and the Furious movies in this car, which he raced against Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel). Love them or hate them, these movies have great cars.
What we love:
- 2-liter, 16-valve, 4-cylinder inline engine that gets up to 435 horsepower
- That sweet lime green paint job
3. 1985 Modena GT Spyder California
As seen in: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Originally built to resemble the 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California, this knock-off cost a lot less but still left a big impression on Ferris Bueller fans when it plummeted into a ravine.
What we love:
- Powered by a Ford small-block V8
- It’s a Frankenstein of car parts but still looks like a dream
- A one-of-a-kind replicar
4. 1977 British Leyland Mini 1000
As seen in: Mr. Bean
The hilariously painful to watch Mr. Bean never goes anywhere without this trusty citron green sidekick.
What we love:
- Transverse engine with front-wheel drive allows 80% of car’s space to be used for passengers and luggage (or changing clothing while driving with your feet **not recommended**)
- Always ready for adventure
5. 1969 Dodge Charger
As seen in: The Dukes of Hazzard
Good ole’ “General Lee” is one of the most recognizable vehicles in movie and television history. Numerous ‘69 Chargers played the role throughout the 1970s and 80s.
What we love:
- Gotta love a car horn that makes music
- Souped-up version of the original Charger designed for gravity-defying stunts
- Mods include Magnum V8 engine, custom wheels and tires, heavy-duty suspension, and loosened brakes for those 180-degree turns
6. 1994 Jeep Wrangler
As seen in: Clueless
Rugged, yet refined. Complete with an open top to give your hair that effortless cool beachy vibe. Cher’s white Wrangler became every 90s girl’s dream car.
What we love:
- Symbol of style and class
- Versatility that makes it equally perfect cruising through Beverly Hills or off-roading on the weekends
- Ability to withstand teenage driving habits relatively unscathed
7. Delorean DMC-12
As seen in: Back to the Future
It may have been one of the most infamous automotive disasters of all time, but the Delorean still stole the show in Back to the Future.
What we love:
- Those ever-sexy gull wing doors (the only other vehicles with these at the time were the Mercedes 300SL and the Bricklin SV-1)
- No paint needed. Body made from stainless steel because… why bother with paint with a car this cool?
- According to the owner’s manual, you could spot-clean the Delorean with gasoline (yikes…)
- Custom-built speedometer that could reach 95 mph (Jimmy Carter signed a law that mandated speedometers only go up to 85 mph, but Marty McFly had to hit 88mph to get back into the past. So they made their own.)
8. 1951 Ford F1 4×2
As seen in: Sanford and Son
One look at that truck and you can already hear that funky theme song, can’t you? The salvage truck that was purchased and fully preserved by 2 huge Sanford & Son fans in 2014 may not be quite as coveted as some of these cars on our list, but it’s certainly an icon of television history.
What we love:
- Been around the block a few times, but still gets the job done without complaining about a heavy load
- Good reminder that a well-maintained vehicle is worth its weight in gold
9. 1974 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
As seen in: The Rockford Files
Jim Rockford (James Garner) defined 1970s cool while dodging criminals in this Sierra gold Firebird Esprit.
What we love:
- Excellent handling for those signature J-turns
- High-performance 400 cubic-inch engine fit for a Hollywood star
10. 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429
As seen in: John Wick
John Wick loved 3 things: His wife, his dog, and his ‘69 Mustang. This is one of our all-time-favorite cars, featured in everything from Gone in 60 Seconds to Misery. But John Wick’s Boss 429 is one of the best-looking (and most powerful) beasts ever made.
What we love:
- Rated at 375 horses
- Gorgeous gunmetal paint job and fastback body style
11. 2006 Subaru WRX
As seen in: Baby Driver
Starring a young man suffering from tinnitus and his not-so-subtle red-hot getaway car, Baby Driver is loaded with impressive stunts choreographed to the film’s soundtrack. If you like wild rides that keep you on the edge of your seat, you’ll love this.
What we love:
- 300bhp WRX STI drivetrains
- CNC hydraulic handbrake
- Awesome drifts
12. 1963 Aston Martin DB5
As seen in: Goldfinger
We would be mistaken to leave 007 off this list. First driven by Sir Sean Connery in Goldfinger, the Aston Martin DB5 was made famous as Bond’s signature vehicle.
What we love:
- 4-liter 282 horsepower engine with a sleek, sexy body
- Smoke screens, oil slicks, revolving license plates, bullet shield, and several other spy gadgets that could come in handy one day
13. 1963 Ford Econoline Custom Van
As seen in: Scooby-Doo
Anyone who grew up watching Scooby and the gang knows the Mystery Machine. Hop in for a mystery-solving adventure!
What we love:
- Groovy paint job and wheels
- Perfect for cross-country road trips
- More than enough space for all your gear and gadgets
What’s Your Favorite Iconic Car from Pop Culture?
From the original Batmobile to Smokey and the Bandit’s Trans Am, we could go on and on with our favorite iconic cars from movies and television over the decades. But instead we’d love to know, what famous cars do YOU love and why? Drop us a comment below!
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