20 Classic Cars That Defined the '60s and '70s
Many of these models are worth a small fortune today.
The 1960s and 1970s gave us some of the most beloved and well-made cars in history. This was the age of Carroll Shelby and Lee Iacocca, who designed and built legendary vehicles that are worth a small fortune today. "I've always been asked, 'What's your favorite car?' and I've always said, 'The next one,'" Shelby once quipped. Here are 20 classic cars that defined the 60s and 70s.
1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Roadster is a beautiful classic car that is still sought after today. One sold for $467,500 at auction in 2020.
One of the rarest sports cars of all time, the 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 is worth a small fortune. One sold for $3,850,000 at auction in 2014.
The 1965 Shelby 427 Cobra Roadster is one of the most special muscle cars in history. Carroll Shelby's own personal Cobra Roadster sold for an eye-watering $5.4 million at auction in 2021.
Synonymous with Steve McQueen, a 1968 Ford Mustang GT "Bullitt" sold for $3,740,000 at auction in 2020. This makes the car, driven by the actor, the most valuable Mustang in the world.
The stunning 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is valuable for good reason. One that raced at Le Mans sold for a record-breaking $51.7 million in 2023.
The 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona is a stunning 60s classic car. If you want one for yourself, prepare to part with at least half a million dollars.
A 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB sold for 7,595,000 at auction in 2022. "The 275 GTB/C was notably the last racing GT model built by Ferrari's competition department, and two examples went on to take GT class wins at Le Mans in 1966 and 1967, earning Maranello three consecutive class wins at La Sarthe," says Sothebys.
A 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato sold for $2,755,000 at auction in 2021. It is one of just four Sanction II DB4GT Zagatos ever made.
The 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport was designed to compete with European motors. It's still one of the most well-known classic American race cars.
The 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4*S N.A.R.T. Spider by Scaglietti in one of only 10 N.A.R.T. Spiders ever built. It sold at auction for $27,500,000 in 2013.
The beautiful 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 is a classic 70s muscle car. They sell for an average of $105,440 today.
The 1970 Plymouth Superbird was developed for NASCAR. One sold for $1,650,000 at auction in 2022.
Known these days as the car driven by Dom Toretto in the Fast franchise, the 1970 Dodge Charger R/T is one of the most recognizable 70s muscle cars. Expect to pay $59,999 for one today.
Another one of Caroll Shelby's stunning creations, the 1970 Shelby GT500 428 Cobra Jet is the ultimate 70s car. One will set you back between 125,000 – $175,000 at auction.
The design of the Road Runner was based on the famous cartoon. A 1970 Plymouth Road Runner sold for $1,650,000.00 at auction in 2022.
The Chevy Camaro is a typical classic 70s car. One sold for $45,000 at auction in 2022.
The 1971 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda is a very rare 1970s muscle car. One sold for $3.5 million at auction in 2014.
A gorgeous, fun-looking car, the 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS is a classic 70s car. One sold for $1,875,000 at auction in 2023.
A 1977 Lamborghini Countach LP400 sold for 989,375 EUR in 2023. It was previously owned by singer Rod Stewart, who kept it for 25 years.
We can't leave the Toyota Land Cruiser out of this list. According to Classic.com, the average value of a 1979 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is $39,548.
