This series of XJ is timeless ‘80s, yet also older than it looks. For far too long, from 1981 to 1995, the K-cars ruled the world. It was Volvo’s single best-selling model at that time, and there are a surprising amout of good drivers still left on the roads today. The one to have is the 1986-87 or later model with the 16-valve 2.0L engine from the Passat and Corrado. Its increasing rarity, good looks and still-good performance easily make the 944 a modern classic. Looks are important in a grand tourer, but so is performance and especially endurance. Other than its classy looks and GT car performance, as an 80’s car that was designed in the 1970’s it has less electronic do-dads to go wrong. Not sure if you remember, but the 1980s were a mixed bag. What's more 1980s than the greed is good philosophy? These vehicles would beg to differ: presenting the Ten Best Cars of the 1980’s!

Built on the adaptable S-chassis, these front wheel drive, four cylinder vans offered zero excitement, but a lot of utility, for not a lot of money. No, this isn't a Subaru knockoff of an El Camino. And as befits Volvo’s flagship, the 760 was loaded with leather, A/C, premium stereo, cruise control, sunroof and power everything. What vehicle from the 1980s stands out as a cultural icon, and time capsule from that era? It certainly has the right ingredients for a looker, with its narrow, sleek body, long hood and short rear deck. Supercars vs Hypercars – What are Hypercars? Because still on the road today. Outside of a few enthusiast groups, the MR2 is one of the least-understood and least-appreciated cars of the 1980s, quite possibly due to confusion with similarly named '80s icons like Mr. Coffee and Mr. T. Saab, much like Rolls-Royce, made a lot more money producing some of the worlds finest jet engines than it did producing cars back then. The normally-aspirated S2 model from 1989 produced 208 hp from its large 16-valve 3.0L inline four and could do 0-60 mph in 6 seconds flat and reached a top speed of 150 mph (240 km/h). The little Honda would litter the used car lots for high-schoolers by the mid-90s…. This weird little truck-thing is actually a coupe utility, like Holden’s Ute down under.

One of Bob Lutz’s finest moments was when he insisted on a lower roof line for the car, against the objections of the BMW engineers. You do not drive this car. The 2010 1-series M car and upcoming 2015 M2 are either the worthy successors of the E30 M3 or they’re inferior copies of a masterpiece, depending on your point of view. I think this is the most beautiful BMW of the post-war era, and I know I’m not alone. If you wanted to be cool and pull ‘80s chicks with a sweet ride, you needed a Fiero. Under the hood was a 97 hp horizontal four banger, so the Brat couldn’t win races or pull trailers. But most E30 M3’s you’ll see today have undergone extensive modifications to increase power output, either with the stock mill or with an engine swap. “BMW M5. The summer is here, which means it's about time for us to figure out where to go on a lovely road…. The 1980s: a decade marked by ridiculous excess, easy money, hard drugs, and far too many neon colors. Most American sedans were boxy and upright, with a massive grille distinguishing brands. It is, essentially, a GT wagon, and those are getting very hard to find today (because so few people want them, apparently).

Actually, the F-Series trucks have been close to the top of the American chart since 1977 to present. As it roared past me, I had time to note there was quite a bit of body lean at the apex, that its bodywork was flawless, that it was a 380 SL with the V8, and that the gentleman’s wife was rather milfy. Names include Aries K, LeBaron, and Reliant, among several other forgettable rides. The idea was cool, with a mid-mounted V6 and auto or manual driving the rear wheels in a good looking coupe. Two words best describe this car: land shark. Want more of the world's best Rides delivered straight to your inbox? Before the mighty F40, the Testarossa was the king of Ferrari’s lineup. No one missed this ‘80s car, but it is still worthy of this list. Fuel economy is quite reasonable for a 25 year old car, with figures in the high 20’s mpg for highway driving. By the end of the SVO's run, it had over 200hp, and a cultish following that maintains its quirky status today. That’s a good number even today. So they did what many marketers do in such situations – they lied. Much like Vincent Van Gough, the BMW E30 M3 was kind of under appreciated in its day, and was not a big seller due to its high price. due to its performance, pedigree and rally racing history. What a stupid name. Best Cars for Single Guys to Attract Women, Preparing Your Car For Winter: 10 Useful Tips, Most Annoying Cost-Cutting Features On Cheap Cars, Million Dollar Club: 20 Cars That Cost Over a Million Bucks, Muscle Car Spotlight: 1987 Buick Grand National GNX. Unlike a Ferrari, however, the MR2 was relatively cheap to buy, very fuel efficient for a sports car, and like most 1980’s Toyota’s they were built to last, very reliable and relatively inexpensive to repair. Interesting drivetrain options included the Mustang SVO’s turbo four, a supercharged V6, or the Mustang GT’s 5.0 V8. All of the above! One of the most tired cliches in all of autojournodom is "Darth Vader's Ride." Back when Hyundai built crap (anything before 2005), they rapidly went through a few vehicles, trying to find one that worked. One of them that worked very well was the Excel. It was Volvo’s single best-selling model at that time, and there are a surprising amout of good drivers still left on the roads today. But most of the cars are dressed in sober suits of grey or black, and are having very serious conversations with each other about the weather.

Welcome to Used Car Face Off, where we find two similar or similarly priced used cars and ask you…. While the DMC-12 is only 2,700 lbs, the dreadful 2.8 V8 puts its performance on-par with a second gen Prius. Okay, technically the Countach also gets props as one of the most '70s cars of the '70s. This gave the 944 a nearly perfect 50/50 front/rear weight distribution and so could be taken into a corner without fear of spinning out, which was all too easy to do in the 1980’s vintage 911. Unfortunately GM’s build tolerances (and shipping a quart low on oil) meant that there was some unexpected publicity for this car. Pontiac's ad campaign during the '80s led with "we are driving excitement." A bunch of Toyota cars and trucks are having a party. Lamborghini Countach. The early ‘80s saw Honda making a plain, but cheap and solidly reliable commuter. Grab your jean jacket, it’s time to go cruising. Meaning, this ugly beast is just a taller AE86. With more wing, more bodykit, and massive 345mm wide tires, the 1989 25th Anniversary Countach hit 0 to 60 in 4.7 seconds. If you're unfamiliar with the Lagonda, no, this photo isn't squished. Learn more Welcome to Found Around The District, where we highlight fascinating cars we find around a city…. This was the hatch that launched a thousand ships: a classic formula that has been copied ever since. G/O Media assumes no liability for content posted by Kinja users to this platform. If that’s not enough, the speeding ticket-magnet 944 Turbo S was one of the fastest cars of the 1980’s, doing 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds and running the quarter-mile in 13.9. There were a few performance standouts though, like the Dodge Spirit R/T, which was faster than a same year Mustang GT. In ’84 the second generation showed off massively better looks and “large” 15” wheels. It’s was Honda bringing fun to the masses. The Toyota Van was more appropriately named the Space Cruiser in Europe, fitting as it seemed like a taste of the super cool ‘80s future. The car's edges are just that razor sharp. Several of the cars on this list have the qualities of a gran tourismo, which Wikipedia aptly describes as “a performance or luxury automobile capable of high speed or spirited long-distance driving”. Audi’s Quattro takes its name from the fact that it is able to spin all four of its wheels. Volvo seats also have a well-earned reputation for comfort. If the Countach is too much cocaine for your tastes, odds are you are a fan of the legendary Ferrari F40.

The GNX’s power ratings were deliberately underrated so as not to poach sales from the Bowtie Beauty. If video killed the radio star, emissions regulations almost killed the muscle car. While it died after one generation, everyone remembers the Fiero and their big-haired owners. It's in an infamous group of cars that had all the potential in the world, and never managed to fulfill it. After the gas crisis of the ‘70s, Chrysler’s answer was to make things as cheaply as possible, and spread them as far as possible. - sit in your driveway, not as a poster on your wall or as a picture in your smartphone.

The top was down, and it was driven by a middle aged gentleman and his wife.

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