Have you found yourself holed up at home more often than not this winter? Cold weather can make even the most dedicated car enthusiast give up their daily joyride, choosing to give their engines a break in lieu of their televisions. The next time you find yourself at home, consider renting one of these iconic car movies suggested by one of Charlotte, NC’s top auto shows. From Greased Lightning to Herby, the antique car enthusiasts at Charlotte AutoFair have shared their top three picks for car cinema that will keep you entertained all winter long.

Eleanor – Gone in 60 Seconds

Eleanor was just as much of a leading lady as Angelina Jolie in Gone in 60 Seconds. Originally portrayed as a yellow 1973 Mustang, this car got an update during the 2000 remake of this 1974 cult classic, featuring Nicholas Cage as a retired master car thief. Fun fact: This car has been the most recreated since the Shelby Cobra.

Pontiac Trans Am – Smokey and the Bandit

Burt Reynolds, known as “the Bandit,” drove a Pontiac TransAm in this hit 1977 movie. Four 1976 models were used during filming, and each featured the all-new 1977 front ends—they hadn’t even been released yet into the general market. Three of the four cars were totaled during filming.

Herbie the Love Bug – The Love Bug

With six movies under its belts, this iconic 1963 Volkswagen Beetle has become firmly cemented in cinematic history. Herbie, a racing vehicle with a mind of its own, sports red, white, and blue racing stripes. Fun fact: The word “Volkswagen” is never mentioned in the movies, and Herbie is always referred to as “the Douglas Special,” “the little car,” or “the compact car.”

The car enthusiasts at Charlotte AutoFair are always ready with a movie suggestion that features their favorite collector car. Whether you want to discuss movie trivia or vintage upholstery, you are bound to find something in common with attendees at the greater collector auto show in the Southeast. Taking place every spring and fall, the AutoFair event attracts more than 10,000 avid car collectors, sellers, and buyers. Learn more about this auto show online or by calling (704) 841-1990.