5 Classic Hollywood Car Movies Every Car Lover Must Watch

Car movies have always enticed motorheads with dazzling drives, stunts and stunning shots. This is good for car brands as they get to promote the vehicle, while movies get to grab the audience's attention. Here are some of the top Hollywood movies that car lovers should not miss out on:

Drive

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A critically acclaimed movie, drive is the story of a car mechanic who turns into a getaway driver at night. This movie features a stunning 1973 Chevrolet Malibu that the audience can see mostly in glimpses. However, the movie and the car will keep your eyes stuck to the screen throughout the run time. This movie will take you on a fantasy ride where you will feel the thrills of living a secret life. Did you know that Ryan Gosling re-built the car before filming the movie?

Gone in 60 seconds

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Another thrilling adventure awaits you as you watch the protagonist steal the coolest cars. According to the story, our hero needs to steal 50 cars to save his brother. Throughout the tension-filled theft sequence, you get to see several beauties like Cadillac Eldorado STS, Porsche 996, Jaguar XK8 and Shelby GT500 Eleanor. The cars have been shot in the most captivating manner, worthy of stealing really, and this really enhances the movie-watching experience. Mention in the comments if you have spotted any other exotic cars in this movie.

Senna

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This intriguing documentary about the Brazilian race car driver Ayrton Senna will blow your mind, especially if you are a Formula 1 fan. The movie is filled with creative shots and the fastest cars from the world of racing. It is also a good peek into Senna's life and struggles, and also paints a picture of the racing industry. An emotionally charged film, Senna will live in your list of top car movies forever.

Mad Max Fury Road

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Want to ride into the sunset on a monster truck, with your fellow apocalypse survivors? If your answer is yes, you should watch the Mad Max franchise. This 2015 movie takes the wheel game to the next level with huge props and customised cars. Although this franchise dates back to 1970s when George Miller first presented his story of a dystopian Australia, watching just Mad Max Fury Road will suffice for a great car movie experience.

The Love Bug

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One of Disney's most adored classics, The Love Bug features a spirited car named Herbie. The story revolves around this magical car taking over the racing scene. Competitors try to create tension between Herbie and its friends only to bite the dirt at the end. The VW Beetle featured in this movie became the start of many other Disney movies, including 5 other movies from the same franchise.

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