The Most Famous TV and Movie Cars of All Time and Where They Are Now

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Movies have given us some of the most iconic cars in history, but what happens to them when the credits roll? Let’s dive into some famous movie cars and their fate after the final cut:

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Bullitt Mustang

First up is everyone’s favorite Ford Mustang from the American classic, “Bullitt.” This famous Ford fastback changed hands from the Kiernan family who purchased it for $6,000 after the film, to a new owner who bought it last year for an impressive $3.74 million.

Bandit Trans Am

From the Burt Reynolds film “Smokey And The Bandit” came the Bandit Trans Am. Tragically, not one of the 12 original picture cars survived, but the promotional car for the film fetched $550,000 at a Barrett-Jackson auction.

Paul Walker Supra

The first “Fast & Furious” movie introduced audiences to Brian O’Conner’s famous Toyota Supra. An integral part of automotive film history, it was auctioned in 2015 for $185,000.

Christine

Christine, the murderous Plymouth Fury with a mind of its own, found a quieter life after the film. Bill Gibson, who purchased the car at the age of 19, still owns it today.

K.I.T.T.

The futuristic Pontiac Trans Am from the television series “Knight Rider,” is in the hands of Joe Huth in Pennsylvania. David Hasselhoff drove this 1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am on screen.

General Lee

The famous 1969 Dodge Charger known for its thrilling stunts in “The Dukes of Hazzard” is now owned by Bubba Watson, who bought it for $121,000.

Ferris Bueller Ferrari

The replica of the Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder used in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” remains a mystery, but replicas have been sold at auction for as much as $400,000.

Love Bug Beetle

The delightful “Herbie” from “The Love Bug” is a 1963 Volkswagen Beetle. Of the original cars, one was restored by Tony Alanzo and can now be seen at the AACA Museum.

Vanishing Point Challenger

The 1970 Dodge Challenger from “Vanishing Point” became a symbol of rebellion. Post-production, the cars used were controversially crushed and sold for scrap.

Starsky & Hutch Gran Torino

After the show “Starsky & Hutch” ended, the 1976 Ford Gran Torino was returned to Ford. Later, A.E. Barber Ford of California bought it, and the car was last seen fully restored in Florida in 2015.

Blues Brothers Monaco

Most of the 1974 Dodge Monacos used in “The Blues Brothers” were sadly destroyed. A remaining car met its end on a Mississippi road, left by its driver.

Back To The Future DeLorean

The time traveling DeLorean from the “Back To The Future” trilogy now resides in the Petersen Automotive Museum, having been introduced in 2016.

Thelma And Louise Ford Thunderbird

From the film “Thelma And Louise,” a 1966 Ford Thunderbird was used in high-speed chases. One of them was auctioned with signatures from Brad Pitt and Geena Davis for $71,500.

Dom’s Charger

Dom’s Dodge Charger, known for its fake wheelie burnout from “Fast & Furious,” is currently on sale at the Volo Auto Museum for a hopeful price of $129,000.

James Bond DB5