6 Future Classics That We Need To Buy Now

Some cars are obvious classics when they're released, while others are harder to spot until a little further down the line. Here is a list of 6 possible future classics that you just might want to look into buying (before they become too expensive).

Jake Orr

Updated: 20 Aug 2016

1. A Clean, Unmolested S2000

6 Future Classics That We Need To Buy Now

The S2000 is a true enthusiast car, and while they’re not necessarily cheap right now, they’re only becoming more sought after with time (especially unmodified ones). Their high-revving stock engines combined with 2-seater charm and sleek styling create the winning combination for a future classic that will only increase in value. If you’re lucky enough to own one that has it’s stock features, you may just be sitting on a future goldmine.

2. The R33 Skyline

The R33 is a bit of an awkward middle ground between the legendary Godzilla and the famed R34. This factor combined with the fact that the vehicle isn’t yet legal in the US means prices are still reasonable. When the R33 becomes ‘Murica-legal in several years, demand will surely spike, as will the price, so this is one to keep your eye on.

3. Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

It’s hard not to respect the combination of carnage and class that is the CTS-V. An even rarer version (the wagon) is something that is already highly desired by wagon fans, but in future years, it should only become more of a desired vehicle between performance enthusiasts and collectors alike. It features the same pavement-pounding engine as the C6 ZR1, and it’s definitely one for the books.

4. The C4 Corvette

The C4 is a bit of a hit and miss car, depending on the year and options. Granted you’re able to track one down with one of the better engine options along with a manual trans, you’ll be in for a good investment. The value of these is already beginning to rise. If you start shopping, be prepared to come across some Corvette enthusiasts who think they’re already sitting on a goldmine.

5. A Clean Quattro

The first gen TT was definitely a quirky car, and despite its questionably feminine styling and some early aero problems, it has an enthusiastic following. A clean, unmodified quattro version of the TT is a great platform that should only become more and more desirable, whether it has the 1.8T or the 3.2 V6.

6. The Older Z Cars

Who could resist a classic Nissan sports car? The popularity of the 240 has only lead to mass amounts of over-modified drift missiles, and the most logical way to go is back. The 260z and 280z both have good aftermarket support, and they’re prime candidates to keep stock or modify. If you can find one that hasn’t been rusted or destroyed, it’s probably worth picking up.

Have any future classics to add? Comment below!

Comments

The c4 is already a classic same for the CTS-V and the other cars but seriously a first gen TT ? Even the next gens are neglected , the first is the worst

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Pretend this car was never on braking bad. still a future classic?

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Has to be a future classic. Without it, they’d have had nothing to copy the glc/X6 m coupé from. It’s the only halfway decent looking SUV coupé crossover thing there is. It’s at least honest about it’s shittiness and I like that

In fifty years this will have barely any value whatsoever…

The Volvo S60R, perhaps? The Swedish M3 killer which only killed the M3 in terms of comfort.

Youd then also be sitting on a car with MASSIVE reliability issues. Super fun to drive, as long as you dont have to pay for the super hard to find Volvo R parts that it has to be fixed with

Now I saw your comment :D I’m on the verge of buying one soon! One with pedantic service history. Own a 2001 S60 T5 already. No reliability problems at all.

There’s really not a market for these types of cars, I can do 100 at the most

You never now what is gonna come through that door

Those Z’s are in a weird place just above affordable, and just below really desirable. Cheap ones require a lot to fix back up and really nice ones are usually overpriced.

Did someone forget the E60 BMW M5 for under 20K?
Because that is a future classic V10

And the Touring variant in manual, that’ll be a real rare classic too.

Even today, it’s hard to find one of these in good condition http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/86/04-05_Subaru_WRX_STi_2.jpg

God don’t remind me. I’ve wanted one of these since I was six. I fell in love with the old 2001 WRC car, saw an ‘03 STi and fell in love all over again. Now my dad has a 2015 WRX parked in the driveway, when I graduate college I’m buying one of those immediately. I might modify it lightly- lightly being bigger brakes and maybe a retuned ECU.

Of course by that point it might just be worth buying the new ‘18 STi.