5 Cool Classic Cars That Are Perfect for a Collector on a Budget

Chevrolet El Camino

We were supposed to see an El Camino revival with the Pontiac G8 ST, but thanks to the economic meltdown, that didn't happen. Still, a classic El Camino is always going to be cool, and you can easily find them for decent prices.

Datsun 510

It may have borrowed a bit from some of the European sedans at the time, but the Datsun 510 is more than a knockoff BMW. It's a fun little car in its own right. And let's not forget about those amazing side mirrors mounted on the front fenders.

Fiat 124 Spider

Yeah, you could buy a new 124 Spider, but spending your money on a classic is more of an adventure. Besides, the old 124s have far more style and class than the newer versions. An added bonus: You''ll have something to work on every Saturday for the rest of their life.

Ford F-100

Everybody loves seeing a classic truck on the road, even if they aren't necessarily "truck people." If you can find an old Ford F-100 that you can pick up (pun intended), you absolutely should. Just look at those fenders.

Jeep Jeepster

CJs are always great, but if you're going to buy a classic Jeep, why not get something a little different? Skip the go-to CJ and get yourself a two-tone Jeepster to standout from the crowd.