26/05/2026
We live, sleep and dream about cars. So, perhaps it's not surprising that we also love a good car movie and hark back to a time when our favourite classic cars were just 'cars'.
So, in no particular order, here's a quick Top 5 list of some of our favourites!
The Italian Job - Michael Caine, Benny Hill, car stunts galore - what's not to love? Well, except the destruction of a beautiful Aston Martin DB4 Volante (complete with Moto-Lita wheel!), two pretty Jaguar E-Types, the unique factory spec Lamborghini Miura, those sweet Minis, the back doors of a security van. Well, not those so much… https://youtu.be/RyMp9QEa5eI?si=Z7tTeUHLSGaxaZr_
Gone in 60 seconds - Nicholas Cage and some of the greatest cars ever built. The Eleanor chase scene, along with the brilliant Delroy Lindo chasing in a sweet BMW E39 540i is iconic! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNTey5zbc8Q
Ronin - Robert De Niro and Jean Reno star in this action packed thriller in which they ignored supercars and went for a workaday Peugeot 406 chasing a BMW E34 5-series, a Mercedes 450 SEL chasing a Peugeot 605 and a Citroën XM being chased by an Audi S8. The prospect of driving on French roads was never quite the same after this film! youtube.com/watch?v=JOReoIMEvsM
Baby Driver - the opening chase scene is a cinematic and driving masterclass showcasing the fantastic Subaru WRX. We reckon this is as close as you will get to real-life GTA! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XMuUVw7TOM
Goldfinger - remember Bond's fabulous DB5, (including a Moto-Lita steering wheel, naturally!), vying with a Ford Mustang and being chased by guards in Mercedes W121 190s? There were some great US cars too, including a Chevrolet Impala, Lincoln Continental, Ford Falcon Ranchero and a huge Ford Country Squire station wagon. Oh and don't forget Goldfinger's iconic Rolls Royce Phantom III! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RdK51Igeqc
What makes your Top 5?
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