Top 10 Future Collector Cars Under $100,000

Those of us who have driving long enough will likely recall “the one which got away,” split window Chevrolet Corvette or Jaguar E-Type that we coulda-shoulda hung onto as today it is a hot ticket on collector car circuit. There are some models, which are more likely to become collectible as compared to others a couple decades from now.

Collecting cars is an expensive hobby. Here is a twist: Purchase a new car today, which will be worth a fortune as collectible years from now. Best of all, you don’t have to break the bank to purchase a hot and value appreciating ride. Many consumers could be driving a future collector car right now, McKeel Hagerty, Chief Executive Officer at Hagerty, a specialty insurer of collector cars in US, and himself a respected collector car valuation expert. Each car on the Hot List of Hagerty possesses a ‘buzz,’ a wow factor which resonates with consumers of all ages, many cars being daily drivers that turn heads already.

Buick Regal

Your type of luxury means being able to select Regal that is right for you. The standard 2.4 liter ECOTEC VVT Four-Cylinder engine offers sport injected performance with precise, agile handling that has made Regal luxury sport sedan a favorite of experts and owners alike. Three additional engine choices provide you with the option for focusing on what matters most to you; be it extraordinary efficiency, pulse quickening performance or blend of both.

All Buick Regal models are designed and built to perform. The standard Regal includes performance features such as independent rear four-link suspension and six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control for “hands on” experience. The Regal Turbo ups the ante with 2.0 liter ECOTEC intercooled turbocharged Four-Cylinder engine equipped with direct cylinder fuel injection. The technical marvel, its dual-scroll turbo technology produces 220 horsepower and 260 pound feet of torque with fuel economy of 20 mpg city and 32 mpg in highway driving with manual transmission. It also offers available Interactive Drive Control System with real time suspension damping, which you won’t find on Volkswagen CC, BMW 328i or Acura TSX.

The Buick Regal GS embodies state of mind where modern, premium style meets pulse-quickening performance. Eye-catching, bold GS exterior gets distinctive, sculpted design nuances such as sport inspired rear spoiler and incorporated bright exhaust tips and 19-inch split-fork alloy wheels. The cabin inside adds performance ready features, including leather, three spoke flat bottom steering wheel and sport pedals. Beneath the hood, the GS-exclusive ECOTEC 2.0 liter high output direct-injected 4-Cylinder turbocharged engine churns out 270 horsepower and 295 pound feet of torque for estimated 0-60 mph performance of 6.7 seconds. The three-inch diameter exhaust system reduces backpressure for stimulating performance and superior breathing.

The Regal’s Interactive Drive Control continuously adjusts suspension for optimizing its response to every inch of the road. You can select from three driving modes: Tour for long distance cruising; Standard for everyday commuting or Sport for more dynamic driving experience. Enhance your driving experience with technology engineered for assisting you and keep your focus on the road. The available 7-inch touchscreen with standard Bluetooth connectivity is available with IntelliLink Internet connected voice controlled radio and Premium Harman Kardon 5.1 Matrix surround sound audio system. All are flawlessly incorporated to help you make the most of your ride.

Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca Edition

The Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca Edition is a further updated version of Boss 302 with additions, including standard Torsen limited slip rear differential, revised suspension tuning and close-ratio six-speed stick, along with larger rear stabilizer and unique spring and dampers rates. Laguna Seca models lose their rear seats that are replaced by cross-car X-brace for increasing structural rigidity around 10 percent. It comes with 19-inch front and rear lightweight alloy wheels with high performance R-compound tires. Ford Racing front brake ducts help cool the brakes. Laguna Secas are available in two different shades, which include Black or Ingot Silver with red roof and red accents. The bigger rear spoiler and more aggressive front splitter are designed to be used on track. Only 750 Laguna Seca versions will be built. The limited edition Laguna Seca is engineered to bridge the gap between Boss 302R and Boss 302. The Special Edition model is powered by a 5.0 liter massive V8 engine, which is good for pumping out 444 horsepower with 380 pound feet of torque. The engine is mated to six-speed manual transmission, which is quite communicative and responsive.

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

The Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 is an amazing and wonderful Jeep, and a gift for jeep lovers, who love to go on long drive and want to make their holidays more enjoyable. The SRT8 is considered to be one of the technologically advanced, most powerful and high performance Jeeps ever with combination of Jeep’s revolutionary utility and capability with renowned advanced performance engineering from SRT (Street and Racing Technology) team of Chrysler Group LLC.

Providing exceptional driving performance in all situations, and harmonized by key SRT attributes such as performance oriented, functional styling, benchmark braking, race inspired interior appointments and world-class ride and handling, the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 broadens Jeep vehicle lineup. Built and designed using proven SRT formula, which raises performance to astonishing levels, the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 accelerates from 0 to 60 miles per hour in the time range of 4.8 seconds. In performance testing, the Grand Cherokee came to a stop from 60 miles per hour in 116 feet.

The functional performance exterior of Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 gets planted” look of high-performance sportscar by being lowered an inch and adding new, SRT-exclusive, body colored side sill cladding and wheel flares. The single-piece front fascia comes with new LED multifunction daytime running lights, which result in exclusive face for Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8, while body-colored front grille with chrome bezel inserts and distinctive black screen background adds to the aggressive look. The incorporated lower front grille is painted in gloss black and newly designed underbody belly pan gets integrated brake ducting for enhancing fade performance and cooling.

Fiat 500 Abarth

Bringing the Fiat 500 Abarth to United States allows Fiat to reach out to driving enthusiasts seeking Italian performance at realistic price. With its purpose built design and lightweight, track-tuned handling, the 500 Abarth brings to life a revolutionary racing heritage of Fiat and becomes an Italian high performance car for everyday commuting. With all-new MultiAir 1.4 liter Turbo engine, race inspired design, technology features not conventionally included on small car and Abarth tuned brake and suspension systems, the Fiat 500 Abarth unleashes brand’s revolutionary performance heritage to the streets of America.

The aggressive styling of Fiat 500 Abarth symbolizes Abarth brand tradition in full purposeful and intentional details all designed for enhancing the vehicle’s performance, while improving simple and clean design language of Cinquecento. For enhancing aerodynamics, while creating necessary engine compartment space for all-new 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine, the front fascia is more pronounced and pushed 69 mm ahead of its signature “whiskers and logo” face, recalling Abarth stylistic treatments from vintage 1000 TC and 850 TC models.

Volkswagen Golf R

Wrapped in low profile tires, the Volkswagen Golf R’s wheels aren’t just for style. Their exclusive design helps keep performance braking system on Golf R cool and ventilated. It is rare your Golf R will ever go unnoticed. So anywhere the Golf R goes, day or night, you will know it is coming. The R was engineered with just right amount of enthusiast love. An example is unique instrument cluster precisely placed, featuring blue needles with clear lighting. It comes with sport suspension which has been designed for embracing a spirit of open road. You will feel the road, the car, and how you’re connected to it all. The highly evolved all-wheel-drive system is always engaged. Sensors detect that tires have more traction, and automatically send extra power to those tires.

Porsche 911

The daytime running lights, position lights and direction indicators are all LEDs and are incorporated into separate front light units. The slimline design contrasts with rounded headlights. Together with two integral air intakes, they make front of new 911 unmistakable. One of the classic features found on 911 is the arrangement of 5 circular instruments with rev counter in the middle. The new addition is an instrument cluster with 4.6-inch high resolution full VGA TFT color display to view audio system, navigation information or onboard computer. The Burmester Premium Surround Sound Audio System is offered as optional feature on 911. Optimized for new 911 Carrera model range, it gets 12 loudspeakers and total output of 821 watts for perfect spatial sound. The new 911 proves that apparent opposites, like engineering or comfort, performance and style, can go hand in hand.

Powering the Porsche 911 is 3.4 liter horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine, which is good for pumping out 350 horsepower with 287 pound feet of torque. The engine is paired with seven-speed manual transmission and accelerates from 0 to 60 miles per hour in the time range of 4.6 seconds with the top speed of 178mph.

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

The most powerful and new Camaro ZL1 will get aluminum hood with raised, carbon fiber insert, redesigned fascia, new vertical foglamps with air intakes and front splitter designed for brake cooling. The hood gets front mounted air extractors with center section made in satin black carbon fiber. The High-Intensity Discharge HID models provide plenty of light out front. Distinguishing rear as well as offering more downforce will be larger diffuser and spoiler. Newly designed forged aluminum 20-inch wheels will help to complete aggressive look of ZL1.

The Camaro ZL1 comes standard with unique instrument panel, six-way power driver and passenger seats, ZL1-logo sill plates and door panel inserts. New technological features include Boston Acoustics premium audio system, steering column mounted audio controls featuring Wireless PDIM, USB port and Bluetooth capability, rear camera system and rear parking assist.

Nissan GTR Black Edition

The Nissan GTR Black Edition comes with leather Recaro seats, lightweight black wheels and unique red and black interior. Options include Cold Weather package that includes darker wheels, unique coolant to water ratio for faster engine warm up, Super Silver paint job, Dunlop all season run flat tires and rearview camera. The Black Edition comes with Heated passenger seat, 4-way power passenger seat, 8-way power driver seat, Heated driver seat, Height adjustable driver seat, Leather Sport front seats, Cruise control, Front console with storage, Front and rear cupholders, Front door pockets, Power rear seat easy entry, Overhead console with storage, Remote trunk release, Retained accessory power, Speed-proportional power steering, 4-wheel ABS, Front head airbags, Dual front side-mounted airbags, Child seat anchors, Remote anti-theft alarm system, Emergency braking assist, Front and rear ventilated disc brakes, Daytime running lights, Engine immobilizer and Dusk sensing headlamps.

Dodge Charger SRT8

The Dodge Charger SRT8 includes all Dodge Charger R/T Max highlights along with 6.4 liter HEMI V8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology that generates 470 horsepower, 20-inch SRT design forged aluminum wheels, Heated, leather-wrapped performance steering wheel with paddle shifters, Black front grille with Black honeycomb and SRT badge, Bolstered heated/ventilated leather & perforated suede trimmed performance seats with SRT logo in seatbacks, Functional hood scoop, Bright pedals and Unique SRT8 fascias, rocker panels and spoiler.

Audi TT RS

The TT RS feature highlights include 19-inch five-arm-Rotor-design high gloss wheel with 255/35 summer performance tires, Audi xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights, Singleframe grille with black high gloss diamond pattern grille, TT RS front and rear bumpers, Dual branch exhaust tailpipes with chrome oval exhaust tips, Bluetooth mobile phone preparation, HomeLink remote transmitter. The signature xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights not only add unique look to the vehicle, but also enhance visibility while using half of the energy of traditional bulbs.

The advanced technology of Audi TT RS allows you to conveniently access your Bluetooth enabled phone’s features enabling for intuitive, easy handsfree communication.

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