10 great automotive movies for gearheads

If you’re a guy who loves classic and custom trucks, there’s nothing like watching a movie that celebrates these iconic vehicles. From classic action films to modern comedies, there are plenty of great movies out there that feature trucks in all their glory. Here are 10 great movies for guys that love classic and custom trucks!

American Graffiti (1973)

This coming-of-age movie is set in the early 1960s and features a great selection of classic cars and trucks, including a 1955 Chevy pickup and a 1932 Ford coupe. It’s a nostalgic and heartwarming movie that celebrates the golden age of cruising.

The Fast and the Furious (2001) –

This action-packed movie revolves around a group of street racers who use their souped-up cars and trucks to pull off heists. The movie features some epic scenes with classic and custom trucks and is a must-watch for any truck-loving gearhead.

Smokey and the Bandit (1977)

This classic action comedy stars Burt Reynolds as a truck driver who is hired to transport a truckload of illegal beer across state lines. Along the way, he has to evade the law and outsmart a persistent sheriff. The film features some epic truck stunts and a memorable performance by Reynolds.

Duel (1971)

Steven Spielberg’s first feature film is a tense thriller about a driver (Dennis Weaver) who is terrorized by a faceless truck driver on a remote highway. The movie features some amazing stunt driving and a creepy, ominous atmosphere.

Bullitt (1968)

This classic action movie stars Steve McQueen as a San Francisco cop who has to track down a killer who is driving a black 1968 Ford Mustang. The movie features some amazing car chases and a cool 1968 Dodge Charger that gets some serious air.

Vanishing Point (1971)

This cult classic stars Barry Newman as a driver who is tasked with delivering a white 1970 Dodge Challenger from Denver to San Francisco in record time. The movie features some great scenes with classic muscle cars and is a must-watch for any gearhead.

Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry (1974)

In this action movie, a trio of car enthusiasts (including Peter Fonda) plan a heist and use a 1969 Dodge Charger as their getaway car. The movie features some great car chases and a classic muscle car that steals the show.

The Cannonball Run (1981)

This comedy movie follows a group of drivers who participate in an illegal cross-country race. The movie features a wide range of classic and custom cars and trucks, including a 1965 Shelby Cobra and a GMC Vandura van.

Mad Max (1979)

This dystopian action movie is set in a post-apocalyptic future and features some amazing custom cars and trucks, including the iconic 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT. The movie is a must-watch for anyone who loves over-the-top vehicular mayhem.

Gone in 60 Seconds (2000)

In this remake of the 1974 movie, Nicolas Cage plays a car thief who has to steal 50 cars in one night to save his brother’s life. The movie features some great scenes with classic and custom cars, including a 1967 Shelby GT500 and a 1953 Cadillac Eldorado.