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5 Cars Made Famous in the Movies
As seen in 'Transformers,' 'Gone in Sixty Seconds,' and more, these cars and their newer versions are being sold locally.
It may not be the Batmobile rolling down the street, but every now and then you may find yourself gazing at some wheels and thinking, "Hmm, now where have I seen that car?"
If it's one of the rides featured in this week's 5 Cars, you've seen it on the big screen.
From Edmunds' list of "The 100 Greatest Movie and TV Cars of All Time," we bring you five cars being sold in Somerset County that were featured in motion pictures. Car features and selling prices are from Cars.com.
1. 2012 Mini Cooper—Used—$20,400
While an older model, the Mini Cooper made a splash in the 1968 original version of "The Italian Job" with Michael Caine and again in the 2003 re-make.
From Cars.com, the car, which comes with 17,258 miles, features two doors and a hatchback. It also features EBA emergency brake assist, a rear window wiper and a multi-function steering wheel.
Available at Fullerton Auto Group on Route 22 in Somerville.
2. 2012 Dodge Charger—Used—$22,900
The Dodge Charger played a special part in the 1969 flick "Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry." The car was also popular in movies like "The Dukes of Hazard" and "Bullitt."
From Cars.com, this five-speed automatic sedan features rear-wheel drive, an anti-lock braking system, and anti-theft utilities. It also features remote engine start, a radio data system, and front fog/driving lights.
Available at Liccardi Chrysler Dodge on Route 22 in Green Brook.
3. 1998 Lincoln Continental—Used—$4,895
An older version of the Continental was featured in the classic 1972 hit "The Godfather." When Sonny Corleone goes down in a flurry of gun shots, it is near his prized Lincoln.
From Cars.com, this automatic V8 sedan comes with 56,176 miles on it. It features ABS brakes, front-wheel drive and four-speed automatic transmission.
Available at JRM Auto Brokers on New Market Avenue in South Plainfield.
4. 2008 Ford Mustang GT—Used—$23,699
This speedy car made an appearance in "Gone in Sixty Seconds" in 2000.
From Cars.com, the six-speed, manual coupe comes with 9,764 miles on it. It features fog lamps, an ambient light package and an anti-theft alarm system.
Available at Bridgewater Acura on Route 22 in Bridgewater.
5. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS—Used—$32,995
The 1976 version of this car was featured in the 2007 mega-hit "Transformers." The car actually transformed into the character "Bumblebee" in the movie.
But the 2011 car for sale features a convertible top, rear-wheel drive and braking assist, according to Cars.com. It also features privacy glass (light), XM satellite radio, surround sound and an anti-theft alarm system.
Available at Royal Chevrolet on Route 22 East in Bridgewater.
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