The classic car market has continued to explode in popularity and value over the past decade. What used to be an affordable project car will now cost much more. Why are classic cars becoming so pricey? First, more people who grew up wanting these cars now have the disposable income to purchase one. So the car that you might have wanted as a kid is going to set you back a pretty penny, and the car that you’ve held onto since high school might be your future retirement fund.
Collecting classic cars is a rewarding hobby and driving them is just as fun. Nothing beats the feeling of tearing down the open road in a powerful muscle car, especially if it’s a car that you built yourself. While the thought of purchasing a muscle car can be quite daunting, there are a few that are priced out of this world. We looked at classic cars that will make you want to remortgage your house. While they are great rides, the prices on these muscle cars are insane. Check them out here.
1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible – $74,000.00
The Malibu was the quintessential mid-range muscle car in the ’60s and ’70s. The Malibu had a powerful V8 engine and a lightweight design that was attractive to enthusiasts. The V8 engine was one of the best that GM had put into a muscle car at the time. The Malibu boasted some of the best 0-60 times in the automotive industry. It was undoubtedly one of the most popular car models with young affluent consumers at the time (via Motor Trend).
A 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible fetched a pretty penny at the Barrett Jackson auction. The minimum price of these muscle cars will only rise as time goes on. When it comes to the quintessential Chevy muscle car from the 1960s, the Malibu SS was it. There were quite a few special editions of the Malibu SS built, but the 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible is by far one of the most desirable options from this era.
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