Owning a classic car can be quite the treat, offering both a unique experience during your weekend drives, and capturing the attention of all when you turn up at those car meets.
But these options from among our used car listings stand out even more so than the others, as they all have their individual reasons why they (and their future owners) should be respected. Do you have what it takes to keep them in fine running condition?
Mercedes-Benz 450SLC
Big engined-Mercs are sure to impress at any classic car meet Price: $115,800
Power: 221bhp
Engine capacity: 4.5-litre
Depreciation: $13,840/year
If old Mercs are your thing, this 450SLC could be a great one to add to your classic car collection. Its 4.5-litre V8 will no doubt serve as a conversation starter, and is sure to impress the young'uns only used to seeing 2.0-litre units resting behind their three-pointed stars.
Throw in the fact that there's matching blue seats on the inside of this example and we think its rather irresistible! They certainly don't make 'em like they used to do.
Mazda RX-7
If you're looking only for attention from those in the know, this early Mazda RX-7 will be a good pick Price: $59,888
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 1.5-litre
Depreciation: $8,540/year
You know what the RX-7 is, and here's your chance to get one of the OGs. Opting for one of these models that came before the one of Fast and Furious 2 fame is sure to net you a good bit or respect from those in the know. It takes quite a bit of knowhow, or a lot of money, to find and keep a rotary in good working condition.
But more than that, driving around in one of these early variants (as opposed to the third-generation car) will keep unwanted attention to a minimum.
Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
You're sure to stand out from the sea of classic Beetles and 911s with this Karmann Ghia Price: $89,800
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 1.5-litre
Depreciation: Unstated
Want to stand out from the crowd of classic Beetles? This Karmann Ghia should do the trick. Based on the floorplan of a Beetle but arguably more elegant than even the early Porsche 356s, this little number is sure to catch the attention of all around.
And you're sure to chalk up some street cred as well, as these Ghia's are not only prone to rust, but can be difficult to do body panel repairs on. So, owning one here in humid Singapore, where multi-storeys also mean door dings are oh-so-common, automatically shows a high level of dedication to maintaining your vehicle. We think that alone deserves some respect.
Ferrari Dino GT4
This Dino GT4 even offers rear seats so you can take your children along on those weekend cruises Price: $228,000
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 3.0-litre
Depreciation: $30,340/year
It's not the famous Dino 246, sure, but we think this Dino GT4 is deserving of as much respect. It's still got the badge that was born out of the efforts of Enzo Ferrari's own son, and we think coughing out the money for one example such as this one, instead of other obvious and highly sought after options such as the Ferrari F355 or the Ferrari Testarossa, is one great flex.
And for that, this car surely deserves some respect.
Lotus Super Seven
Your dedication to pursuing that pure driving experience will not be challenged if you drive one of these Price: $128,000
Power: 72bhp
Engine capacity: 1.3-litre
Depreciation: $22,480/year
Purchase this Super Seven and you get a lightweight body, uncompromised by the need to carry luggage or offer good cabin space. There's also a four-speed manual gearbox here, and the fact that you won't be sheltered from the sun and rain means this thing will be a gleaming statement of your dedication to pursuing that pure driving experience for all to witness.
In an age where cars are all trumpeting cabin insulation and isolation from the driving experience, we think enduring all the hassles that comes with driving a Super Seven, even if it is only for 28 days a year, is mighty honourable.
Bentley Mulsanne
Being able to afford the tall bills that come with this future classic is certainly deserving of our respect Price: $490,000
Power: 505bhp
Engine capacity: 6.8-litre
Depreciation: $62,400/year
Alright, hold the pitchforks. We get that this Bentley Mulsanne isn't anywhere near being eligible for registration under the classic scheme. But with production of the Mulsanne shut since early 2020, we think this Bentley could soon be a modern classic. To start, the Mulsanne served within Bentley's lineup for an impressive 11 years, and saw the firm's 6.75-litre engine - first put into production in 1959 - being brought to its final zenith.
When you throw in the fact that we probably won't see another Bentley reach the size of the Mulsanne until the firm adopts all-electric power, it's not hard to see the Mulsanne as the last of the great combustion-powered Bentleys. Buy one, pay the astonishing road tax through the years and keep it for posterity's sake, and you automatically get our respect.
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But these options from among our used car listings stand out even more so than the others, as they all have their individual reasons why they (and their future owners) should be respected. Do you have what it takes to keep them in fine running condition?
Mercedes-Benz 450SLC
Power: 221bhp
Engine capacity: 4.5-litre
Depreciation: $13,840/year
If old Mercs are your thing, this 450SLC could be a great one to add to your classic car collection. Its 4.5-litre V8 will no doubt serve as a conversation starter, and is sure to impress the young'uns only used to seeing 2.0-litre units resting behind their three-pointed stars.
Throw in the fact that there's matching blue seats on the inside of this example and we think its rather irresistible! They certainly don't make 'em like they used to do.
Mazda RX-7
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 1.5-litre
Depreciation: $8,540/year
You know what the RX-7 is, and here's your chance to get one of the OGs. Opting for one of these models that came before the one of Fast and Furious 2 fame is sure to net you a good bit or respect from those in the know. It takes quite a bit of knowhow, or a lot of money, to find and keep a rotary in good working condition.
But more than that, driving around in one of these early variants (as opposed to the third-generation car) will keep unwanted attention to a minimum.
Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 1.5-litre
Depreciation: Unstated
Want to stand out from the crowd of classic Beetles? This Karmann Ghia should do the trick. Based on the floorplan of a Beetle but arguably more elegant than even the early Porsche 356s, this little number is sure to catch the attention of all around.
And you're sure to chalk up some street cred as well, as these Ghia's are not only prone to rust, but can be difficult to do body panel repairs on. So, owning one here in humid Singapore, where multi-storeys also mean door dings are oh-so-common, automatically shows a high level of dedication to maintaining your vehicle. We think that alone deserves some respect.
Ferrari Dino GT4
Power: Unstated
Engine capacity: 3.0-litre
Depreciation: $30,340/year
It's not the famous Dino 246, sure, but we think this Dino GT4 is deserving of as much respect. It's still got the badge that was born out of the efforts of Enzo Ferrari's own son, and we think coughing out the money for one example such as this one, instead of other obvious and highly sought after options such as the Ferrari F355 or the Ferrari Testarossa, is one great flex.
And for that, this car surely deserves some respect.
Lotus Super Seven
Power: 72bhp
Engine capacity: 1.3-litre
Depreciation: $22,480/year
Purchase this Super Seven and you get a lightweight body, uncompromised by the need to carry luggage or offer good cabin space. There's also a four-speed manual gearbox here, and the fact that you won't be sheltered from the sun and rain means this thing will be a gleaming statement of your dedication to pursuing that pure driving experience for all to witness.
In an age where cars are all trumpeting cabin insulation and isolation from the driving experience, we think enduring all the hassles that comes with driving a Super Seven, even if it is only for 28 days a year, is mighty honourable.
Bentley Mulsanne
Power: 505bhp
Engine capacity: 6.8-litre
Depreciation: $62,400/year
Alright, hold the pitchforks. We get that this Bentley Mulsanne isn't anywhere near being eligible for registration under the classic scheme. But with production of the Mulsanne shut since early 2020, we think this Bentley could soon be a modern classic. To start, the Mulsanne served within Bentley's lineup for an impressive 11 years, and saw the firm's 6.75-litre engine - first put into production in 1959 - being brought to its final zenith.
When you throw in the fact that we probably won't see another Bentley reach the size of the Mulsanne until the firm adopts all-electric power, it's not hard to see the Mulsanne as the last of the great combustion-powered Bentleys. Buy one, pay the astonishing road tax through the years and keep it for posterity's sake, and you automatically get our respect.
Looking for something equally impressive as the lineup we have gathered here? Find your own classic car from our own vintage car listing here!
Shopping for something different? Here are some articles that might interest you:
5 PARF cars for family-oriented drivers who want just a subtly different ride
These old Japanese cars from the 80s and 90s feature fancy tech you see in modern cars these days!
Affordable classic cars that won't cost you a fortune to own
Nine timeless cars you can still find in Singapore
