Some of the most famous cars from recent memory have gone up for auction over the last several months, and another one is about to be added to the list. One of the five Volkswagen Beetles used in the Herbie the Love Bug movie franchise is set to go on the block as part of Scottsdale sales, USA Today reports.
The 1963 model was played a significant role in the Disney comedy movies, the first of which, "The Love Bug" hit theaters in 1968. There was a sequel nearly a decade later when "Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo" was released in 1977. The films followed the unlikely ascent of a Beetle through the high speed racing world. There was later a remake, "Herbie Fully Loaded," which was released in 2005.
The nearly 50-year-old automobile gets just 60 horsepower but is expected to bring in a hefty sum for the sellers. According to the publication, experts believe that it could get anywhere from $75,000 to $125,000 when it goes up for auction.
Herbie is certainly not the only car from cinematic history to go up for sale. In December, it was announced that the original General Lee that was used in the popular TV series "Dukes of Hazard" was going to be auctioned off, according to FoxNews.com. That same month, a DeLorean used in "Back to the Future III" sold for more than $540,000.
While not everyone can get behind the wheel of the car from their favorite movie, New Jersey State Auto Auction can help in other ways. With a wide variety of makes and models, you can find the perfect car for you. Additionally, all the models are Carfax certified so you know you're getting a reliable ride.