Great films and TV shows are invariably associated with their lead actors, but if a charismatic or luxurious vehicle was prominently featured, its legacy would be similarly cemented long after the show or film becomes deemed a ‘classic’.
When you hear the car brand DeLorean, for example, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Our guess is that you associated it immediately with Doctor Brown’s time machine from the Back to the Future trilogy. Likewise, if you saw a Ford Thunderbird in real life or online, there’s a good chance that it would instantly remind you of the eponymous female duo from Thelma and Louise.
From KITT to Greased Lightning, there are plenty of iconic cars which stole our affections from films and TV shows of yore. Have you ever wondered, though, what became of these much-feted vehicles after the director’s set was dismantled for the final time?
This infographic from L.A. Stretch Limos looks at 10 classic cars from the big and small screen, highlighting their post-screen history. Some are exhibiting at museums and some have fallen into the possession of avid car collectors. One or two have been purchased by celebrated millionaires and billionaires.
If you want to know where James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 from Goldfinger and Thunderball resides now, for instance, you’ll find the answer below.
An infographic by the team at L.A. Stretch Limos