The 1980s were a decade of innovation, glamour and excess. The car industry was no exception, as automakers produced some of the most iconic and expensive vehicles ever. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the most expensive cars in the 1980s, and what made them so special.
Ferrari F40
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Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the legendary Italian brand, personally approved the Ferrari F40 as the last car. It was also the fastest, most powerful and most expensive Ferrari ever made at the time. The F40 had a twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produced 471 horsepower and could reach a top speed of 201 mph. Between 1987 and 1992, the company built only 1,311 units of the F40, and each one had a price tag of around $400,000. The F40 is now one of the most desirable and collectible supercars in history.
Lamborghini Countach
LAMBORGHINI COUNTACH 5000S flickr photo by Eddy Clio shared under a Creative Commons (BY-ND) license
The Lamborghini Countach was the epitome of the wedge-shaped supercar design that dominated the 1980s. It had a distinctive silhouette, scissor doors and a rear wing that added to its aerodynamics and aesthetics. The Countach had a mid-mounted V12 engine that delivered up to 455 horsepower and could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. The Countach was produced from 1974 to 1990, with various models and modifications over the years. The most expensive version was the 25th Anniversary Edition, which cost around $300,000 in 1988.
Porsche 959
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The Porsche 959 was a technological marvel that showcased the German manufacturer’s engineering prowess. It was one of the first production cars to feature an all-wheel drive system, a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, a six-speed manual transmission and a computer-controlled suspension. The 959 had a top speed of 197 mph and could go from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. It was also one of the first cars to have anti-lock brakes, airbags and tire-pressure monitoring. The 959 was originally designed for racing, but Porsche also made a road-legal version that cost around $225,000 in 1986.
