The same 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu that roared through Drive, making Ryan Gosling look effortlessly cool, is now hitting the auction block in Paris. No kidding, this is the real deal—not some knockoff or showroom model, but the actual beast that was Gosling’s ride during filming. Bonhams is handling the sale, and heads up, there’s no reserve, so someone’s walking away with a slice of movie magic.
This thing isn’t just a car; it’s practically a co-star. Bolt-for-bolt authentic, right down to the paperwork signed by William “Billy” Powell, the film’s transport guru, who confirms it was the set’s main ride. Stripped of flashy bells and whistles, its bare-bones vibe matched the movie’s stripped-down, tense energy—no frills, just raw.
Pop the hood, and there it is: a hulking 7.4-liter LS4 V8, packing the “454” badging that muscle car nerds drool over. Back in ’73, that meant 245 horses under the hood—enough to leave most folks in the dust. But here’s the kicker: this isn’t an SS, just a Malibu, flying under the radar while hiding some serious firepower. Fitting, really, since that’s exactly how Gosling’s character rolled.
Bonhams is throwing down an estimate between €60K and €80K (about $69K to $92K), but let’s be real: this isn’t just about specs. It’s about legacy. Nearly untouched since filming, it’s got the same rough-around-the-edges look that made Drive a cult obsession. Oh, and they’re tossing in the V5 registration docs too, so you know it’s legit.
Paris is about to witness more than just another car auction. This Chevelle is a time capsule, a relic of modern cinema’s coolest moments, and whoever snags it isn’t just buying metal—they’re buying into the myth. Buckle up.
Via Bonhams
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