24. Plymouth Roadrunner 426 Hemi
When it first appeared in 1968, the Plymouth Roadrunner was an influential and important muscle car. Not only did it introduce the new trend of inexpensive yet fun cars, but it was also a strong seller that affected the whole segment. But the idea behind the Roadrunner was simple. Plymouth wanted to present a low-priced but powerful model with a crazy name and graphics. The goal was to attract people with a limited budget, but a strong need for performance. The Roadrunner had a bench seat, no luxury options, and manual steering. But it came with the powerful 383 V8 as the base engine, and buyers could also opt for 440 or mythical Hemi 426.
In 1969, the Roadrunner got a convertible option for those buyers who wanted an open-air driving feel, but most Roadrunners they produced were two-door hardtops. So for just above $3,000, you could be the proud owner of a Roadrunner in 1970. However, if you wanted a few options and the Hemi engine, the price would quickly rise to over $4,000. Today, Hemi Road Runners are the most sought-after versions with examples in perfect condition cost over $100,000.