We all know that many cars from the fifties & sixties are strait up classics. Such as Camaros, Mustangs, Mopars, etc. So very likely the cars of today will be classics in 2034. But which ones? Excluding obvious choices such as Mustangs, Miatas, Camaros, Vipers, etc..
I feel strongly about 2g dsms such as mine. The stock lines are so elegant but with a touch of raciness(I made up a word!)that they are timeless. My car is almost seven years old & it still does not look dated to me.
Other cars...lets see...Honda S2000s, Ford Probes(mark my words), GranPrixs, MR2s, Supras, RX7s, 3000GTs, 300zx & 350zs, and so on.
Your turn.

the PT Crusier, The Skyline R34, Vipers, and RX-7s. Basicly anything that is nolonger in production (Skyline R34's) or will stop production due to people wanting to keep these rare god cars.

Did you say Miata???

Anyway, the new GTO, the Aztec because of its hideousness, obviously many exotics, and something high-powered like the CTS V?

Anyway, the new GTO...

Damn, Beat me to it :icon16:

None- the Classic car will doe- can anybody here honestly possibly want to restore a Ford Laser/Focus???? No- do people want to restore Populars/Anglias- yes- Why??? Because they have character.


However I do rate the Plymouth Prowler with a chance

going along with that zzii said.... some random ones are the z3 the 3000gt vr4. they will be classics i think.

I think fewer and fewer cars are going to be sought after as collectibles in the future. I think that Daewoo will be a collectible because of it's "orphan" status (in the same way that the Edsel and Yugo have become collectible) I think the weird cars are going to be sought after, such as Honda Insight, Toyota Prius and Echo.
And of course some cars will be collectible simply because they are made by famous companies, such as Porsche, Ferrari etc.

Even though the lightning is still in production I cant see it being to hard for it to not become sought after as well. My 2 :2cents:

1994-1996 Chevy Impala SS. It was already an instant classic the moment it came out of the factory.

2001 Mustang Bullitt, the 1 year-only special Mustang.

Pontiac Trans-Am WS6.

I have a strange feeling that the 5th gen Preludes (97-99) will be sought after.

I agree with SuPeRcAr_MaN about the Miata too.

The CRX; it already is a classic.

the 94-96 impala SS, the Aurora 8), GTP's

If you're talking cars still in production, here are my choices (all in production for the 2004 MY)

E46 BMW M3
Impreza WRX STi
Evo VIII
Neon SRT4
Audi RS6
Corvette Z06
Honda S2000
Pagani Zonda
MINI Cooper S

Most of the higher end "classics" are special models, as all above except for the S2000 are.

92 Toyota Camry. The styling is still good looking today. The v6 was awsome. The new ones suck

without a doubt...the McLaren F1 would be a classic along with the new Enzo Ferrari. others i think include the supra, skylines, 3000gt and the s2000.

Thats a pretty good question. I suppose it would depend on what kind of demand a car would have in 30 years. Also, will there be a market parts to be reproduced for restoration? Will people be willing to take the time to restore these cars? Gotta take all that into account. Which is why, like the old daily drivers from the 50s and 60s, most will be relegated to the junk heap. Some have made an impression on kids nowadays, who might want to restore the car they wanted when they were young and couldn't afford it. It depends on the types of kids, some want Mustangs or Camaros but can't afford them new. Some like import performance coupes, like the Celicas and Eclipses. I think those will probably be classics, just like the new GTO will be. I'm talkin affordable ones here. I don't know many adults who can afford even the older 911 turbos or Ferraris... though some people might save their pennies and dimes for one anyways.

:smile: :smile: How about the Dodge Stealth? They are already quite rare, and are impressively fast...it's based on the 3000GT which a lot of you already said you thought will become a classic...n e ways, I'd also like to add:

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-2004 Porsche Carrera GT (since it's maintained values such as a traditional 6-speed manual (i stress manual, not paddle shifting, etc.), and also is the first production vehicle to encompass a Ceramic Composite Clutch system, which should be very interesting, and therefor the clutch will last until the car becomes a classic, lol. Also, it is the first Porsche to have a V-10 configured engine.

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-2004 Bugatti EB 16.4 Veyron because Bugatti has been reintroduced under Volkswagen, and has been revived since the early 1900's (aside from the awesome EB110)

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-Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, since it has been featured in movies such as Tomb Raider (the first one), James Bond's 40 year, 20 film anniversary (Die Another Day), and the Italian Job. Aside from it's credit in the movies, the looks are to die for, the engine is awesome, reviews are magnificent (except the paddle shifting transmission being somewhat awkward), and has an elegance no other company can match.

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-Pagani Zonda and the Roadster Version (it might have already been mentioned) since it is the first car from Horacio, and definitely has an awesome presence, great perfomance, stunning looks, and outstanding reviews.

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-Saleen S7, mainly for the same reasons as the Zonda...

:sunglasse

Instead of going along with everyone and saying sports cars that will be classics. I'm gonna dare to say super-sized SUVs will be the ones people rebuild and drive on weekends. Much like muscle cars they will most likely die out due to gas prices, emissions, and insurance costs. 30 years from now I think people are gonna want rebuild a massive Excursion or the sporty FX45. Plus, all Jeeps are classics in their own way and will always have a good following of fans.

:smile: :smile: How about the Dodge Stealth? They are already quite rare, and are impressively fast...it's based on the 3000GT which a lot of you already said you thought will become a classic...n e ways, I'd also like to add:

http://server4.uploadit.org/files/191103-carreragt.jpg

-2004 Porsche Carrera GT (since it's maintained values such as a traditional 6-speed manual (i stress manual, not paddle shifting, etc.), and also is the first production vehicle to encompass a Ceramic Composite Clutch system, which should be very interesting, and therefor the clutch will last until the car becomes a classic, lol. Also, it is the first Porsche to have a V-10 configured engine.

http://server4.uploadit.org/files/191103-veyron.jpg

-2004 Bugatti EB 16.4 Veyron because Bugatti has been reintroduced under Volkswagen, and has been revived since the early 1900's (aside from the awesome EB110)

http://server4.uploadit.org/files/191103-vanquish.jpg

-Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, since it has been featured in movies such as Tomb Raider (the first one), James Bond's 40 year, 20 film anniversary (Die Another Day), and the Italian Job. Aside from it's credit in the movies, the looks are to die for, the engine is awesome, reviews are magnificent (except the paddle shifting transmission being somewhat awkward), and has an elegance no other company can match.

http://server4.uploadit.org/files/191103-zonda.jpg

-Pagani Zonda and the Roadster Version (it might have already been mentioned) since it is the first car from Horacio, and definitely has an awesome presence, great perfomance, stunning looks, and outstanding reviews.

http://server4.uploadit.org/files/191103-s7.jpg

-Saleen S7, mainly for the same reasons as the Zonda...

:sunglasse



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I would definatly choose the carerra GT and all the others for shizzle, add in a few SUV's (escallade, cayene, toureg maby etc...). And yea, u pretty much read my mind

Mazda MX5/Miata, Jaguar X Type 2.1 FWD, Lexus LS400, Ferrari Enzo, Renualt ClioSport V6, HSV GTS 300 Coupe, MGF, FIAT Barchetta, Ford Focus RS, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (1-8), Subaru WRX P1, Ford Mustang Bullit.............

eh... I dunno. There were ferarri's and buggatti's back in the 60's, but they weren't the classics.. they were still exotics. I think I'm going to stick my neck out and say that camaro's and mustangs are going to continue to be classics throughout history. Then I think maybe some imports might find their way into the classic category. Not the civic... More like maybe the eclipse and 3000gt. Maybe the dodge avenger might wean its way in there too, but it's not popular right now, so who's to say it will be in the future

Good question. I have owned two classic cars a 70 Impala and a 68 camaro. When I think about the way they sat on the road and the definitive characteristics they had, it seemed to set them apart from oneanother. This I feel made them collectable and true classics. Today I look at alot of cars and I don't see the same imagination used to create in the past. However I feel a classic car of today would probably be the 96 impala ss to agree with the earlier posts. I just feel that as far as import and domestic cars go they have been so overly produced that they won't hold up to the classic title.

Think about this though. A lot of the cars that have earned the "classic" title were family cars. Like a 56 Chevy, or a Ford Galaxy? something doesn't have to be extremely powerful, or have an agressive stance to gain classic status too (look at the stangs w/ the 289 in em)

I completely agree. Sometimes the most unlikely cars become classics. I'll bet that when the old VW Beetle debuted as an underpowered, run-of-the-mill commuter car, no one thought it would become the cult classic that it is today.

Only famous cars can be picked?
I would go for the Insight, since it's the first electric-gas hybrid in America...

I can see the Insight as a landmark car, but not a classic. No one buys them, at least not where I'm from.

We all need to realize that classic is going to take on a new meaning to our grand children's generation because we see almost any old car 60's and earlier as a classic. but as soon as we hit the 80's and late 70's there became higher production numbers and more models. A classic is really based on rarity and presense if you ask me. Something that sticks out from the crowd. So what do you all think is going to happen with the definition of classics?

I like your definition of a classic. Considering vehicles that have "rarity and presence," I'd say that some future classics will be the CJ-7 (it already is one, really), the 3rd-gen RX-7, the Viper, the S2000, and considering it's cult value and desireability as a tuner car, the CRX.

Yeah.. the CJ will totally take the place of the scout and the willies. Umm.. the rx-7 I think only because of inginuity (or should we say enginuity?) the viper.. hell yeah. S2000... why do you think the s2000 over it's competition? CRX totally.. because if you look at classics everyone likes souping them up

I think the S2000 will be considered a classic mainly becuause of it's engine. The F20C is already legendary for: 1) It's revving capabilites
2) The fact that, "it has the highest specific output (120 hp per liter) of any normally aspirated production automobile engine in the world." S2000=fun. BTW, just for reference, "engenuity" is spelled as such.

hhhmmm... i would have to agree with everybody else and that silver Saleen S7 is hott. :eek:

i do agree that mustangs and camaro's will always be classics
but my thoughts are the mkIV supra, in 30 years i will eat doo doo if its not a classic, along with the rx7 and 3000gtvr4(my love) and most important the skyline r34 will never be forgotten. NEVER!

I can see the Insight as a landmark car, but not a classic. No one buys them, at least not where I'm from.
A classic will not be a car that is owned by everyone, right?
Therefore, the less people owns it, the more classical it is... :p

Classics are often cars that were immensely popular in their day (think old VW Beetle, CRX, etc.).

I think the S2000 will be considered a classic mainly becuause of it's engine. The F20C is already legendary for: 1) It's revving capabilites
2) The fact that, "it has the highest specific output (120 hp per liter) of any normally aspirated production automobile engine in the world." S2000=fun. BTW, just for reference, "engenuity" is spelled as such.


Ingenuity is spelled like this my friend. Sorry it was a bad pun regarding the engine of th RX-7... engin uity... yeah.. okay.. I know I won't be doing any shows at the apollo anytime soon

Wow, I feel stupid. I wasn't sure how it was spelled, so I typed it into Microsoft Word, and it came up with "engenuity." When I did it again just now, however, it came up with your spelling. Anyway, thanks for the correction. I understood the pun, by the way. It wasn't THAT bad...

I think the S2000 will be considered a classic mainly becuause of it's engine. The F20C is already legendary for: 1) It's revving capabilites
2) The fact that, "it has the highest specific output (120 hp per liter) of any normally aspirated production automobile engine in the world." S2000=fun. BTW, just for reference, "engenuity" is spelled as such.

I don't think it's engine will make it a collectors car on it own, after all the Minica GSS produced roughly 1.8hp per cubic inch, which is only a little less than the S2000's engine makes (at a little lower rpm to boot) - and yet few people even know what it is.

True. I don't know anything about the Minica GSS, but did it have the stiff suspension, lightweight chassis, and handling capabilites of the S2000? A big part of the S2000's appeal is its fun factor; part of what (I thnk) will make it a classic.

The exotics are to obvious to mention as they always become classics. The Vette, the Mustang V-8's..especially in Mach-1, Bullitt, and Cobra versions, and the last generation of V-8 f-bodies will certainly become classics.

My guess is that only the most popular of fwd cars have shot at being true classics. IMO down the road the Civic will be viewed much as the Beetle is now, deservedly or otherwise. And, fwd or not, the new Mini is a no brainer.

The Supra, the last gen RX-7, and the last gen 300ZX will definately be classics as well. Stealths and 3000GT's sell for so little right now that it doesn't look too good for them becoming as classic as the other Japanese sports cars I just mentioned IMO.

The 90's Impala SS and standard Caprices, Buick Roadmasters, Ford Crown Vics, and Mercury Grand Marquis from that time to current have a good shot at being classis custom, and hot rod platforms IMO. Mainly because when the big, full frame, rwd Ford's die it will be the end of that type of car. Also, they are relatively easy to work on, customize, and modify.

were i'm from the 300zx's sell for the same price as the 3000gt. and a 99 vr4 good condition still sells for 23 grand especially the spyders.

The exotics are to obvious to mention as they always become classics.

I don't agree with this statement at all. When I think of a classic car for some reason a chevelle, nova, bel air, or the likes. Not an old ferrari like what was in Ferris Beuler's day off. To me that car is still an exotic, along with bugatti's old cars, and the shelby cobra. (IMO all exotics none classics)

im going to go out on a limb and say any lancer evo that doent make it to the hands of a "street racer" will be a collector because i think it will be a rarity to find one of these cars that isnt modified

GMC Cyclone & Typhoon For the Mitsu 3000 GT yes but more so for the 95 hardtop convert. I also think we could see the 2 door Neon on that list.

and also any car from the Ford SVT line as well

GMC Cyclone & Typhoon For the Mitsu 3000 GT yes but more so for the 95 hardtop convert. I also think we could see the 2 door Neon on that list.

2-door Neon? A.K.A. the biggest pile of crap ever built? That might be a bit of a stretch, but you never know...

I hope the V6 Cavalier Z24 will be collectable, along with the Lumina/Monte Carlo Z34, and Beretta Z26.

for a v6 tuner it's ok, but classics usually look good IMO. I will guarantee the aztek and the element wont make classic status due to the extremely ugly body styles they have. Mustangs have made instant classics, but the mustang 2's are ugly as all hell and haven't really made it. So I say the beretta's and all the rest of the ( what are they? g bodies or somethin?) will not make it.

Hey I can dream. Either way I'll hang on to my Z24 since it was my first car.

lol. ehhh... hopefully for you since every1 else will junk theirs you'll have a totally rare z24. jk! that's messed

Sorry. I know... first cars have somethin special attatched to them. You know you'll keep your z24 til you're like 2g's off of a new car that you want then you'll decide to sell the z24. lol.. that's how it always goes.

Well, I know for sure the GNX will be a classic car. I would also guess the GMC syclone and typhoon will also be classics because of their unique drivetrain, their performance (13.5s stock with the syclone), and the fact only a few were made. I would also guess the LS1 camaros and WS6s will probably be classics too. Capable of pulling high 12s stock certanly wouldn't hurt their chances.

Sorry. I know... first cars have somethin special attatched to them. You know you'll keep your z24 til you're like 2g's off of a new car that you want then you'll decide to sell the z24. lol.. that's how it always goes.

I doubt it because I'll prolly end up getting a rear wheel drive for my next car and the z will be my winter car.

The cars I think that will become classics are the nissan 350z, Mitsu 3000gt, 2nd and 3rd gen. eclipse, 3g Integra, Miata, Subaru STI, and the new corvettes and mustangs. Although the eclipse, integra and miata are cars that are riced out by alot of people; I think they have nice body styles and are very fun to mess around with (performance wise).

none- if subarus acuras and mitsubishis become classics, shoot me

vettes, stangs, vipers and the GTO will remain classics
todays cars wont become classics they'll just become OLD.

I'll be sure to keep my gun loaded =)

IMO, CRX's are ugly (of course, the only one I have seen is a rusted, faded-grey crapbox with a fartcan muffler), but......whatever people like, I guess.

One thing is sure......a 1989 CRX with a couple of cheap mods is NOT worth 40,000.......sure, it was taken care of and from what I hear, had some performance "potential", but 40k....come on, you can make any car fast with that kind of cash.

What are you referring to?

just some classified ad on autotrader

Oh, ok. I agree, unless it has a jet engine strapped to the back, an '89 is not worth 40k. A CRX that's in great shape is a rare thing these days, however, and because it's such a highly desired tuner platform, imaculate CRX's can go for ridiculous prices. I found one the other day that was in showroom condition. I offered the guy 3k, but he wanted 10. He said he'd had offers as high as $9500 so far. This was for a stock CRX.

I disagree with the PT Cruiser.. it's already a joke gone bad, and it isn't very popular, at least here. however, the Reuanlt Avantime could quite possibly be a future classic. Only produced in 5500 units,

i think the enzo ferrari will become a classic like all its supercar friends (f-40, f-50). also, the ferrari f-360 will become a classic.

cars that the general public can afford, i think the nissan 300zx, pontiac gto, viper, and corvette will all become classics.

If you're talking cars still in production, here are my choices (all in production for the 2004 MY)

E46 BMW M3
Impreza WRX STi
Evo VIII
Neon SRT4
Audi RS6
Corvette Z06
Honda S2000
Pagani Zonda
MINI Cooper S

Most of the higher end "classics" are special models, as all above except for the S2000 are.

WRONG! NEONS SUCK DICK!

the z06 and zonda I don't think so.. I'm still sticking to the idea that classics are cars that the everyday person could afford and drive, and they became a classic because they bring that back in my day feeling... maybe the C5 corvette.. maybe.. but anything more is really too far out of reach for the average joe...

i think the enzo ferrari will become a classic like all its supercar friends (f-40, f-50). also, the ferrari f-360 will become a classic.

cars that the general public can afford, i think the nissan 300zx, pontiac gto, viper, and corvette will all become classics.

since when can the general public own a viper? I'm sorry, but I know very few people than are willing to spend 90g's on a car they can't drive in the winter or in the rain during spring.

I think the new Mercedes-Benz S65 and CL65 AMG's will be classics later on, because they have phenominal power(630HP with 7-Speed Tranny). These cars are made with AMG's one of a kind 7-Speed Trans and Supercharged handbuilt V12s. The 2001 Mercedes S63 AMG, AMGs first handbuilt tuned V12, only sold in Europe is another. The new Camaros and Firebirds will be classics, because GM discontinued them. Uhm........I agree the new GTO would be a classic, a BMW Z8, E39 BMW M5, BMW 8-series are already classics, Mercedes McLaren SLR, Mercedes SL65 AMG, and the list goes on and on. The Nissan 350Z would be one of them, because in 30 years, it would be like a Datsun was 30 years ago. The Ford F150 Harley Davidson Edtion, and Dodge Ram SRT-10 would be possibilities. The Cadillac XLR Neiman Marcus Edition will definitly be a classic in 30 years, just like the Coupe DeVille was 30 years ago. THe Jaguar XJR-100s and XKR-100 Anniversary Editions will be there also.

Just note that I'll probably be constantly updating my post, for the amount of ideas that pop up in my head. Already I'm editing my post, and adding things.

I would think everything somewhat unique. All of my choices have been mentioned already i think.
Mclaren F1- 9 years old now, and on its way to being a classic
Ferrari Enzo-new look and effing fast. winner
pt cruiser because it looks like shit
aztek-ditto
and the 50th anniversary 'vette will probably be big in another few decades.
although the carrera gt looks awesome and is one of my top picks, i doubt it'll be fondly remembered.

don't have a crystal ball, but in thirty years time at the barret-jackson auction the car with driver seat in the middle is going to be getting some monstorous money thrown at it.

The 90's Impala SS and standard Caprices, Buick Roadmasters, Ford Crown Vics, and Mercury Grand Marquis from that time to current have a good shot at being classis custom, and hot rod platforms IMO. Mainly because when the big, full frame, rwd Ford's die it will be the end of that type of car. Also, they are relatively easy to work on, customize, and modify.
I agree with you completely on that one the full sized cars will become classic. of course all the american muscle, and exotic cars will be to. S2000 and MR2 prolly will be, hopefully the miata isnt cause i hate them. well mainly the 1st gens. other cars like the grand am/prix should be considered fairly classic in years to come

Hmm,not too many luxury cars in here.I think luxos like Mercs,BMWs,Cadillacs,some Lincolns(Town Car,LS,Navigator),some Buicks(2004 Park Avenue Ultra,Ranier,and Rendevous),Jaguars,andBugattis.Supercars like Enzos,Corvettes,Mustang Bullit,the F-Bodies(Camaros and Firebirds[Trans Ams and Formulas),GNX,Skyline...my list goes on.

WRONG! NEONS SUCK DICK!
Opinions are like assholes; everyone has them and they all stink. Ive seen(as well as others Im sure)a video of a neon SRT4 beating a Dodge Viper. But you're right, they suck dick.:rolleyes:

an SRT4 isnt exactly a Neon though...

last time i checked it was...

anyway, im gonna have to say anythign that lasts that long will become a classic. I mean, if you look at what is "classic" nowadays, its pretty much anything that isnt from like, the last decade. Even then, some from that recent are. Its just my opinion, and it may stink, but i think all cars, with the exception of a few, will become classic over time. And even the "exceptions" (what crosses my mind are 1st gen dodge mini-vans, geo metros, early toyota pickups, etc) will have devout followings. And thats my reasoning...flame on

WRONG! NEONS SUCK DICK!


Not according to Car and Driver:

"It's a factory hot rod that happens to possess all the virtues we hold dear — going, stopping, turning, changing directions, looking good, sounding good."

"The Neon SRT-4 rips to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, to 100 in 13.8, covers a quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 102 mph, and keeps on huffin' all the way to 153 mph."

"The SRT-4 is a car with a short list of priorities, all of them performance-oriented."

"The SRT-4 delivers sports-car stopping distances — 165 feet from 70 mph — and keeps delivering, stop after stop, without fade, without drama. "

Not according to Moter Trend:

"The SRT-4 is the second fastest/ and quickest/ Dodge this side of a Viper."

"...it delivers fuel mileage in the 20-mpg range"

"...torque steer isn't much of a problem."

Not according to Road and Track:

"The SRT-4 is a hoot to drive — the torquey turbo provides instant gratification when you mash the throttle, while the low sticker price goes easy on the wallet."

So what makes you think you have an educated, valued opinion?...jeez, some people...

Impressive.

thank you

The SRT-4 owns inspiron!

Mazda Miata
Mini Cooper
BMW M5
Mazda RX7
Aston Martin DB7
Honda S2000
Dodge Viper GTS
Camaro (this one is going to be worth more than you think!!!)

This is all assuming we're still going to be driving in thirty years...

oooh! good call bunta, i'll bet we'll all be zoomin around in jetson-style flying hover car thingys. *crosses fingers*

Not according to Car and Driver:

"It's a factory hot rod that happens to possess all the virtues we hold dear — going, stopping, turning, changing directions, looking good, sounding good."

"The Neon SRT-4 rips to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, to 100 in 13.8, covers a quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 102 mph, and keeps on huffin' all the way to 153 mph."

"The SRT-4 is a car with a short list of priorities, all of them performance-oriented."

"The SRT-4 delivers sports-car stopping distances — 165 feet from 70 mph — and keeps delivering, stop after stop, without fade, without drama. "

Not according to Moter Trend:

"The SRT-4 is the second fastest/ and quickest/ Dodge this side of a Viper."

"...it delivers fuel mileage in the 20-mpg range"

"...torque steer isn't much of a problem."

Not according to Road and Track:

"The SRT-4 is a hoot to drive — the torquey turbo provides instant gratification when you mash the throttle, while the low sticker price goes easy on the wallet."

So what makes you think you have an educated, valued opinion?...jeez, some people...


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Mazda Miata
Mini Cooper
BMW M5
Mazda RX7
Aston Martin DB7
Honda S2000
Dodge Viper GTS
Camaro (this one is going to be worth more than you think!!!)

This is all assuming we're still going to be driving in thirty years...

I still can't believe Chevy canned the Camaro. WTF?

First of all A classic is not something that is no longer in production obvious examples include the mustang, corvette, and Camaro. Second of all a classic is something that people restore to stock. I doubt in 30 years someone will want to restore a honda civic or any of these other ricers you are all naming. Also back in the 50s and 60s the corvette, camaro, and mustang were very sought after and very popular cars loved by all. The nation is divided now half hate imports and half love them. Half hate American cars and half love them.

Actually, out of the mess of cheap front wheel drivers out there, I think a '94 civic hatch would be a great thing to restore (stock) in ten years. I wouldn't do it, but I'd be impressed if somebody did. I just love Honda's motors.

A fanatic few already spend lots of time and lots of money to restore first and second-generation CRX's. Meet them here: http://64.62.161.113/

Has anyone mentioned the SVX? For domestics how about Contour SVT? And the new Beetle?

Mazda RX-7
Toyota Supra
95-99 Eclipse
2002 Camaro
00-04 Mustang
Lamborhini Murcielago

I think that the nicer cars, such as a rear or four wheel drive with V-6's and V-8s, with no unpainted plastice, like the door handles, and bumpers will be the classsics, and 5 and 6 speeds will be most sought after as most classics are not for every day use and people like to drive me fast when they do.

probably the RX-8, Nissan Z car, the factory sport trucks like silverado SS, the Vette as always, mainly sport cars scoring under 50,000 units a year

I also think that something other than supercharging charging will probably come about when people start switchin to hydrogen eninges, and to be able to say that you have an all wheel drive supercharged 01 impalla SS will be a cool thing.




also, I think that by restore most people think of restoring it to a considerabel condition, whihc involves reapolsterig, and rebuilding the engine and tranny and by the day by say use isn't limited to stock vehciles, and can have prefromance


I would like to add, htat M cars from BMW will be High priced, as well as anything wearing the name of Porche, and I think that the 1.8T Jettas will hold a value over the hondas, VWs are nicer in every way I can think of.

I just want to see how people refurb these padded dashes, its easy to refurb a metal or wood dash, but this wierd soft leather imatation plastic stuff has got ot be hard.

I would add the Buick Grand National GNX. Neck snapping exceleration, nasty looks and exclusivity. I wanted one when they came out but I was a poor college student at the time.

No one probably knows about them/ remembers them. But The 82-85 Celica Supras. You ask why? Because im going to make them a classic. :lol2:

Wow this thread is old.

300zxTT

I also imagine the civics will be like the late 60s novas of today. Not worth shit, but easy to mod, many engine variations, and can be made to be quick.

I don't care if the thread is old. It's a good thread.

Supra, NSX, Special Edition Mustangs, Camaro/Firebird, Prelude, 240SX, Land Rover Defender, Chrysler Crossfire, S2000

I see Mitsubishi Eclipses and Lancer Evos as being classics...also Preludes, S2000, maybe even ford focus (in the way a pinto is a classic, lol) Also the WRX, (maybe) some sports sedans like the lexus IS300 or an Oldsmobile Aurora. ALSO the Chrysler 300C--definite iconic potential.