Some sports cars are still cheap today, but they won’t stay that way for long. As time goes on, people start to see their value. Whether it’s rare parts, strong engines, or cool looks, these cars are worth grabbing now. Here are 50 future classics you should buy before prices rise.
Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ (First Gen)
The first-gen GR86 and BRZ are lightweight, rear-wheel-drive coupes with sharp handling and a fun-to-drive nature. Powered by a 2.0L boxer engine, they offer a pure, balanced driving experience. With growing enthusiast interest, these affordable sports cars are quickly becoming future classics worth grabbing before prices rise.
Chevrolet Corvette C7 Z06
The C7 Z06 is a supercharged beast with 650 horsepower and bold looks. Built from 2015 to 2019, it’s one of the fastest Corvettes ever made. With sharp handling and track-ready power, this car is already gaining value and respect. Buy one now before prices really take off.
BMW 1M Coupe
The BMW 1M Coupe was only made for a short time in 2011 and 2012. It has a strong turbo engine, manual transmission, and a small, fun-to-drive body. Because it’s rare and exciting to drive, collectors are starting to take notice. This little BMW won’t stay cheap for long.
Porsche Cayman GT4 (981)
The 981 Cayman GT4 came out in 2016 and gave drivers something special—a real track car you can drive every day. It has a flat-six engine, a manual gearbox, and sharp handling. Porsche fans love it for being pure and fast. It’s already going up in value, fast.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 (NA Flat-plane V8)
The Shelby GT350 is not your average Mustang. It has a high-revving 5.2L flat-plane crank V8 that sounds like a race car and loves to scream past 8,000 RPM. Built from 2015 to 2020, it’s raw, loud, and fun. This special engine makes it a future classic for sure.
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND)
The ND Miata is all about simple fun. It’s small, light, and has just enough power to make every drive exciting. With sharp handling, a smooth manual transmission, and a drop-top design, it brings back old-school driving joy. It’s still affordable now, but it won’t stay that way forever.
Nissan 370Z Nismo
The 370Z Nismo takes the classic Z formula and adds sharper looks, stiffer suspension, and more power. With a 350-hp V6 and a manual gearbox, it’s built for fun. It feels raw and connected, like sports cars used to be. As newer models move to automatics, this one stands out.
Audi TT RS (Manual Optioned Models)
The Audi TT RS is quick, stylish, and packs a punch with its 5-cylinder turbo engine. Older models with a manual gearbox are rare and give you more control and connection. It’s all-wheel drive, fun in any weather, and getting harder to find. A hidden gem that won’t stay hidden.
Jaguar F-Type R Coupe (V8)
The Jaguar F-Type R Coupe is a sleek and powerful sports car with a roaring V8 engine. It’s fast, loud, and full of style. With all-wheel drive and sharp looks, it turns heads everywhere. As Jaguar moves toward electric cars, this gas-powered beast will only get more special.
Alfa Romeo 4C
The Alfa Romeo 4C is a tiny, lightweight sports car with a carbon fiber body and turbo power. It looks like a supercar and drives like a go-kart. With no power steering and sharp handling, it’s raw and pure. Production has ended, so now’s the time to grab one.
Honda S2000
The Honda S2000 is a high-revving roadster loved by car fans everywhere. Its 9,000 RPM redline, balanced chassis, and slick manual gearbox make it a joy to drive. Built from 1999 to 2009, it’s already becoming a collector favorite. Prices are rising, so it’s smart to get one now.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (C5 & C6)
The C5 and C6 Z06 models are powerful, lightweight, and built for speed. With big V8s, manual gearboxes, and track-ready performance, they offer serious bang for your buck. Both generations are gaining attention from collectors, especially as newer Corvettes go mid-engine. These are old-school American muscle at its best.
Mazda RX-8 (Manual)
The Mazda RX-8 is one of the last cars with a rotary engine, and it shines with high revs and smooth power. Manual versions are more fun and sought after. Its unique design, rear-hinged doors, and sharp handling make it stand out. A true oddball that’s slowly becoming a classic.
BMW E46 M3 (Especially Competition Package)
The E46 M3 is a legend among BMW fans. With its high-revving inline-six engine, balanced handling, and clean design, it’s loved for being one of the best-driving M cars ever. The rare Competition Package adds better brakes and sharper steering. Values are climbing fast—this one’s a keeper.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX
The Evo IX is the last of the old-school Evos before things got softer. It has a turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive, and razor-sharp handling. Built to win rallies, it’s fast, raw, and fun. With fewer clean examples left, this JDM hero is already rising in value. A true driver’s car.
Subaru WRX STI (Blobeye/Hawkeye)
The Blobeye and Hawkeye WRX STIs are loved for their tough looks and rally roots. They come with a turbo engine, all-wheel drive, and a stick shift. These versions are fun, fast, and built strong. As they get older, clean ones are harder to find—now is a good time to buy.
Porsche 911 (996 Turbo or C4S)
The 996 Turbo and C4S are some of the best deals in the 911 world right now. They have strong engines, all-wheel drive, and classic Porsche handling. The Turbo is very fast, and the C4S looks great with wide fenders. Prices are still low, but they won’t stay that way.
Lexus IS F
The Lexus IS F is a V8-powered sports sedan that’s fast, reliable, and fun to drive. It has a 5.0L engine, rear-wheel drive, and a smooth 8-speed automatic. Built to challenge the BMW M3, it’s now rare and starting to gain respect. A sleeper car that’s becoming a collector’s pick.
Cadillac CTS-V (Manual, 2nd Gen)
The second-gen CTS-V is a powerful car that looks like a regular sedan but drives like a sports car. It has a big supercharged V8 and comes with a manual, which is hard to find. Fast, loud, and fun to drive, it’s a great buy before prices go up.
Dodge Viper SRT-10
The Dodge Viper SRT-10 is a wild, no-frills sports car with a huge V10 engine and tons of power. It has no fancy tech—just raw speed and loud sounds. With its bold looks and strong performance, it’s already becoming a collector’s car. Now’s the time to grab one.