Sports car In the 90s, a number of classics such as the Nissan Skyline, Dodge Viper, McLaren F1 and many other models were born that are now highly sought-after collectibles.
That said, there are still plenty of outdated sports car bargains from the ’90s that offer the same thrill and driving experience as their more expensive counterparts. Some of these models come with massive V8s, while others have one of the most sophisticated in-line four or six-cylinder engines that you glue onto the seat, all for an affordable price.
10 1994 Porsche 968 ($ 15,000)
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The Porsche 968, introduced in 1991 and in production until 1995, is a forgotten jewel of German engineering. The Porsche 968 was the last Porsche with a front engine up to the Cayenne SUV in 2003 and had a 3.0-liter 16-valve inline four-cylinder under the bonnet that put 237 horses on the rear wheels.
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The development of the 944 spawned the Porsche 968 and this coupe takes many details from its predecessor. Exposed pop-up headlights and an overall sleek exterior make it one of the nicest cars of the 90s, while the powerful engine makes it a great chain weapon.
9 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 ($ 12,000)
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The Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is one of the fastest GM cars ever built as it can reach a top speed of 250 km / h. The aggressive look with the menacing suction curve on the bonnet made it a real muscle car in combination with a powerful 5.7 liter V8 engine.
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In production from 1998 to 2002, the Pontiac Firebird Trans WS6 is the only Pontiac with the LS1 V8 engine that delivers 32 horsepower and takes just 5.2 seconds to accelerate to 60 mph.
8th 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV ($ 10,000)
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The Italians know how to make a proper sports car with an amazing look, and the Alfa Romeo GTV is just one of many such models. Designed by Enrico Fumia in Pininfarina, the Alfa Romeo GTV was first introduced into gearboxes in 1995 and was in production until 2002. Its appearance pays homage to the famous wedge-like designs of the 80s.
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The 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a 3.0 liter V6 engine with 217 horsepower and front wheel drive, making the GTV a technical skill with a top speed of 149 mph.
7th 1990 Mazda MX-5 ($ 10,000)
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The Mazda MX-5, also known as the Mazda Miata, was first introduced in 1989 as a cheaper, lighter roadster with a few tricks. One of those tricks is a medium-sized 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 114 horsepower and transfers all of the power to the rear wheels.
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Another trick is the beautifully designed pop-up headlights and a 50:50 weight distribution that is pure driving pleasure at a top speed of 124 mpg. The Mazda Miata was made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.
6th 1996 Porsche Boxster 986 ($ 10,000)
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The Porsche Boxster, one of the most underrated Porsche sports cars, was introduced to speed enthusiasts in 1996, the year before the much more expensive Porsche 911 (996). The two models have a lot in common and share the same hood, the same interior, the same wings, the same headlights and, above all, the same engine architecture.
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This mid-engined roadster is powered by a 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine that delivers an impressive 201 horsepower and takes this bug-eye beauty to a top speed of 149 mph. It’s one of the greatest sports cars ever built, and it’s currently in its third generation.
5 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX ($ 7,000)
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The Mitsubishi Eclipse is one of the cheapest performance cars from Japan and was produced from 1989 to 2011. The prospective customer could choose from several fairings, ranging from the base model, which is the least powerful, to the most advanced GSX. Here you will find various options and upgrades that are not included in other equipment.
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The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX is equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter in-line four-cylinder engine that delivers 210 horsepower to all wheels, as the GSX has the all-wheel drive system and accelerates the charming liftback coupe to a top speed of 149 mph.
4th 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK R170 ($ 7,400)
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Introduced in 1996, the Mercedes Benz SLK has several engine options. The supercharged 2.3-liter in-line four-cylinder can be looked for under the code name SLK 230 Kompressor. It develops a staggering 194 horsepower, which brings the light roadster to a top speed of 143 mph.
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However, it is not the speed that has attracted the gears, but also the sleek design, luxurious interior and many features like the unique electro-hydraulic metal roof.
3 1993 Toyota Celica ST185 ($ 10,000)
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Sleek, fast, and most importantly, affordable Toyota Celica ST185 is your ultimate ’90s sports car. The Toyota Celica was introduced back in 1970 and was in production until 2006. The ST185 model is one of the most popular and may even become a future collector’s item.
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Nevertheless, it comes with 200 hp from the turbocharged 2.0-liter in-line four-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive, which makes it even more unique. The slim, wide body with beautifully designed pop-up headlights and other features like a sunroof, leather interior and an automatically tilting steering wheel only adds to the value of this wonderfully constructed liftback coupe from Japan.
2 1997 Chevrolet Corvette C5 ($ 14,000)
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The real American beast, the Chevrolet Corvette C5, was equipped with a powerful 5.7 liter V8 engine that developed 345 horsepower. The Chevrolet Corvette C5 will be the last car with pop-up headlights as this headlight design was banned after 2000.
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The beefy V8 could get this sports car to a top speed of 172 mph and the C5 could go 60 mph in under 4.4 seconds. It was an instant success and, thanks to the devaluation, a real sports car bargain.
1 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra ($ 14,000)
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The Ford Mustang is the Ford’s longest nameplate and the SVT Cobra was in production from 1993 to 2004. It was the top-performance model of the fourth generation of the popular muscle car and is equipped with a 4.6-liter modular V8 engine.
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With an output of 305 horsepower that gets this proper American muscle car to a top speed of 152 mph, it only takes 5.4 seconds to get to 60 mph. What’s special about this high performance vehicle isn’t the spoiler or keyless entry feature, but the fact that all of the engines are hand built and bear the names and signatures of the engineers who built it.
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