Movie enthusiasts and car collectors, prepare for an unprecedented opportunity: Bonhams is offering a remarkable collection of vehicles and memorabilia from film and television at auction later this month. Running from November 21 to 28, “The Movie Cars Collection from Paris” features over 50 cars and 19 pieces of memorabilia, with the vast majority having no reserve price, promising a chance for passionate bidders to secure a piece of cinematic history.
The Headliners: Notable Vehicles Up for Bid
The collection boasts a diverse lineup, showcasing vehicles from some of the most beloved films of all time. A standout is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII, famously driven by Paul Walker’s character, Brian O’Connor, in 2 Fast 2 Furious. Bonhams estimates its sale price between €250,000 and €500,000 (US$290,000 – US$580,000), largely due to its unique engine – it’s the only one of the film’s Evos to have a 330 horsepower engine.
The Fast & Furious franchise is well-represented, featuring Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger from Fast & Furious 7 (though with a Chevy LS3 V8 engine swap), and the lifted Dodge Charger “Off-Road,” also from the same film, valued between €150,000 and €250,000 (US$170,000 to $290,000). Keanu Reeves’ 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 from John Wick 2 is also available, expected to fetch between €100,000 and €200,000 (US$120,000 – US$230,000), though details about its engine and running gear remain scarce.
Beyond Fast & Furious : Diverse Cinematic Rides
The collection extends far beyond the world of street racing, offering a taste of various genres and eras of film. Fans of Ryan Gosling’s Drive can bid on his understated 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu (estimated €60,000–€80,000 / US$69,000–$92,000). Classic science fiction fans will be particularly excited by the inclusion of Gene Winfield’s “Everyman’s Car” from Blade Runner (€20,000–€30,000 / US$23,000–$35,000) and the “Police Cruiser” from Back to the Future Part II (€20,000–€30,000 / US$23,000–$35,000), both designed by Winfield. A satirical SUX 6000 from RoboCop (€30,000–€50,000 / US$35,000–$58,000) further highlights Winfield’s impact on film.
International Flair & Unique Oddities
The auction also showcases international cinema, including a 1999 Peugeot 406 V6 from Taxi 2 (€70,000–€120,000 / US$81,000–$140,000), considered a pop-culture icon in France, alongside a Peugeot 407 used in Taxi 5. A 1995 BMW 750i, a tribute to the gadget-filled 750iL from Tomorrow Never Dies, is offered as a convincing recreation of Pierce Brosnan’s Bond car (€15,000–€20,000 / US$17,000–$23,000).
Rounding out the eclectic selection is a 1989 Warner Batmobile “1989” (used in Six Flags’ Batman Stunt Show) (€70,000–€100,000 / US$81,000–$120,000) and a 1968 Dodge Charger “General Lee” from The Dukes of Hazzard (2005) (€120,000 to €160,000 / US$140,000–$180,000).
While not every vehicle has been fully photographed ahead of the auction, Bonhams assures potential buyers that all cars are authentic, and many are drivable. The sale represents a truly unique opportunity to acquire a tangible piece of cinematic history, celebrating the lasting impact of film on automotive culture.
The collection offers a remarkable opportunity for film enthusiasts and car collectors to own a piece of cinematic history.
