The longest-standing car models

By Nicole L. Ballard Last updated Dec 27, 2021

What do you hope to be at 86? If your answer is to look good in cherry red, tow 7,800 pounds, and seat eight passengers, you have a lot in common with the Chevrolet Suburban.

The popular SUV has been around continuously since 1935 and has been so successful that it is now in its 12th generation and is the oldest car model of all time.

Other cars had impressive runs but were discontinued – the VW Beetle was first produced in 1938 and lasted 65 years until 2008, with the release of the New Beetle in 1997.

The first Chevy Suburban cost $ 675; a rear bumper and heater were optional, and it didn’t even have four doors until 1973. But it’s been loved by Americans who love it for its size and practicality, and have it. given its longevity.

Manufacturers with older models include General Motors (DG) – Get the General Motors Company Report, Toyota (MT) – Get the report from Toyota Motor Corp., Honda (HMC) – Get the report from Honda Motor Co. Ltd. and Volkswagen (VLKAF) . Don’t forget Mercedes Benz and Porsche.

Car enthusiasts at Alan’s Factory Outlet, a carport and garage in Luray, Va., Have searched several automotive sites to compile this list of some of the oldest car models of all time.

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1. Chevrolet Suburban

1935 to today (86 years)

Pictured is a 1937 Chevrolet Carryall Suburban. The first Suburban sold for around $ 675, according to Car and Driver.

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Chevrolet Suburban

Pictured is a 1961 Chevrolet Apache 10 Suburban. In early models, a heater and rear bumper were optional.

Chevrolet Suburban

In 2019, the company sold nearly 52,000 copies of the popular model.

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2. Ford F Series

1947 to today (74 years)

Pictured is a 1956 Ford F-100.

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Ford F Series

Pictured is a 1965 Ford F-100

Ford F Series

Today, the F-Series trucks have been the top-selling truck for 40 consecutive years in the United States and the best-selling vehicle for 35 consecutive years.

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3. Volkswagen Transporter

1950 to today (71 years)

You might know it as a VW bus, but it was a utility vehicle officially known as the Volkswagen Type 2 Transporter, and also known as the Kombi or Microbus.

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Volkswagen transporter

The Volkswagen Transporter is now in its sixth generation and is sold around the world.

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4. Toyota Land Cruiser

1951 to today (70 years)

Pictured is a 1985 Toyota FJ45 Land Cruiser pickup.

Toyota land cruiser

After more than 60 years of off-road adventures, the Toyota Land Cruiser was discontinued, making 2021 the vehicle’s last model year.

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5. Chevrolet Corvette

1953 to present (68 years)

Pictured is a 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.

Chevrolet Corvette

Starting at $ 60,900, the Corvette today has a reputation as a fast and powerful sports car at a relatively low price.

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6. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

1954 to present (67 years)

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The luxury sedan starts at around $ 111,350.

7. Toyota Crown

1957 to present (66 years)

In the photo, the first generation crown.

Toyota Crown

The luxury sedan is sold in Asian markets.

8. Nissan Skyline

1957 to present (64 years)

Originally a rather modest 4-door luxury car, the Skyline evolved into a performance sports car.

Nissan Skyline

Today, the Skyline is best known as the influential predecessor of the modern GT-R.

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9. Mini

1959 to 2000 (62 years old)

In the late 1950s, Sir Leonard Lord of the Morris Company challenged his best engineer to design and build a small, fuel-efficient car capable of carrying four adults, affordable to just about anyone. .

Mini

Production of the original Mini ended in 2000, when BMW took over the brand. The new Minis became popular in the United States after being featured in the 2003 remake of “The Italian Job”.

10. Porsche 911

1963 to present (58 years)

Porsche 911

The rear engine high performance sports car is well known as a successful racing car. The millionth copy was produced in May 2017.

11. Ford Mustang

1964 to present (57 years)

12. Chevrolet Camaro

1966 to present (55 years)

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13. Toyota Corolla

1966 to present (55 years)

Toyota corolla

In July, Toyota sold its 50 millionth Corolla, a milestone in automotive history. Now in its 12th generation and over 55 years of production, the Corolla remains one of the best-selling vehicles in the world.