From the Nissan Skyline GT-R to the Porsche Carrera GT these are the cars destined to be future classics
Published on Jan 03, 2026 at 11:16 AM (UTC+4)
by Henry Kelsall
Last updated on Dec 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Some cars are destined to become future classics, including the iconic Nissan Skyline GT-R and Porsche Carrera GT.
Some, like the Skyline, are arguably already classics in their own right, but some perhaps need a bit more time before they can be considered such.
Hagerty classic car insurance recently picked out what it feels could become icons of the future.
Some of them you may or may not agree with, but we think there is a car on this list for everyone to enjoy.
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The Nissan Skyline GT-R is an obvious pick
The Nissan Skyline GT-R, particularly the R33 generation, is arguably already a classic car.
Produced from 1995 to 1998, the R33 featured the iconic twin-turbocharged RB26 inline-six engine.
Coupled with a manual transmission and a weight of just 3,373lbs, it was a true driver’s car.
Even over 30 years after its introduction, it is still incredibly highly regarded and loved.
Another we’ve picked out is the mighty 1990–1993 Chevrolet 454 SS.
This was one of the first performance pickup trucks, combining brute force with pickup practicality.
It was, in many ways, a forerunner to the likes of the returning Ram 1500 TRX.
Under the hood was a 454ci Mark IV big block V8 engine making 230hp and 385lb-ft of torque.
It was a real winner, and as it was light, you could also throw it around.
The Porsche Carrera GT is one of the finest future classics
It is already highly regarded, but the Porsche Carrera GT is certainly set for classic stardom in the future.
Many consider it the finest supercar ever made.
The German company produced just 1,270 of them in total, making sighting one as seen here very rare.
Power came from a 5.7-liter Porsche M80/01 DOHC V10 engine, making 603hp and 435lb-ft of torque.
It was fast too, with a 0-60mph (0-97km/h) time of around 3.5 seconds, and a top speed of 205mph (330km/h).
In 2025, a good, clean example of the Carrera GT could be worth as much as $1.9 million.
Everyone loves an Alfa Romeo, and the 1969–1972 Alfa Romeo GTV is one of the very best.
Not only is this particular GTV truly gorgeous, but it is great fun to drive as well.
Also known as the 1750 GTV, they had a 1,779cc inline-four under the hood, producing 122hp.
A five-speed manual, their lightweight and revised suspension meant they were great fun in the corners.
While perhaps not the greatest Alfa Romeo ever made, the GTV is certainly one of its finest products.
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Henry joined the Supercar Blondie team in February 2025, and since then has covered a wide array of topics ranging from EVs, American barn finds, and the odd Cold War jet. He’s combined his passion for cars with his keen interest in motorsport and his side hustle as a volunteer steam locomotive fireman at a leading heritage steam railway in England.
