Hagerty’s annual Bull Market lists point to the enthusiast cars most likely to climb in value, and the picks span muscle cars, sports cars, SUVs and a V10 sedan. The 2026 list and its 2025 predecessor lean on interest data and valuation figures rather than hype. Here are twelve of those cars, starting with the V10 BMW M5.
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1. BMW M5 (2006-2010): The Last V10 Sedan
Hagerty’s 2026 Bull Market list includes the V10-powered BMW M5, and the Hagerty collector interest figures behind that pick show a notably young crowd. Fully 58% of the interest in this generation comes from enthusiasts under 40.
Those numbers suggest the car is being discovered by a generation that grew up with it as a poster car, not by older collectors revisiting a favorite. Hagerty’s list is a forecast of where attention is heading rather than a guarantee of price gains, so buyers still need to weigh condition and upkeep.
2. Chevrolet 454 SS (1990-1993): Street Truck With a Big Block
The Chevrolet 454 SS pickup earned a place on Hagerty’s 2026 list, and the insured value data point to steady appreciation already underway. Its average insured value has increased 57% since 2021.
That climb shows the sport truck has moved beyond novelty status and into genuine collector territory. As with any forecast from an insurer-backed valuation firm, the figure describes past movement, so future results may differ from the trend. Hagerty’s inclusion of the truck adds to its profile among buyers watching the market.
3. Volkswagen Golf GTI VR6 (1995-1998): The VR6 Hot Hatch
The third-generation Golf GTI with the VR6 engine is another selection on Hagerty’s 2026 list, and its audience skews young. According to the interested buyer breakdown, the 50-and-under crowd represents a whopping 78% of interested buyers.
That makes it one of the youngest followings among the cars Hagerty flagged. A buyer base this age tends to be shopping with fresh memories of the car, which is often the spark behind a market turning upward. Hagerty’s list treats that youthful interest as a signal worth watching, though it remains a projection rather than a guarantee of future values.
4. Dodge Charger (1968-1970): The Original Muscle Charger
Hagerty’s 2026 list flags the 1968-1970 Dodge Charger, a muscle car with roughly 40,000 R/T models built. In the ownership figures, 52% of owners are Gen Xers and younger.
That ownership split hints that the fastback shape from the late 1960s is passing into the hands of a newer generation of enthusiasts. The relatively modest R/T production run is part of why the model draws collector attention. As with the other cars on the list, Hagerty’s inclusion is a forecast, so actual prices will depend on condition, originality and the broader market.
5. Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (2006-2013): 505 Horsepower Entry Point
The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 from 2006 to 2013 made Hagerty’s 2026 list, and Carscoops’ rundown of Hagerty’s picks puts its condition-2 value at $55,900. The C6 Z06 is the one with the 505 hp V8.
For that money, the car offers supercar-level output from a naturally aspirated engine. A condition-2 value describes a car in excellent shape, so examples with more wear should sit below that figure. Its place on the list gives shoppers a useful reference point when comparing asking prices.
6. Mazda MX-5 Miata (1999-2005): The Affordable Roadster
The second-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, built from 1999 to 2005, is on Hagerty’s 2026 list. The Carscoops summary lists its value at $16,600, a figure well within reach of a typical used-car budget.
That makes it an approachable entry for anyone hoping to join the hobby without a large budget. The NB Miata’s presence on a list about rising value suggests Hagerty sees room for even inexpensive sports cars to appreciate. The listed value gives shoppers a benchmark when comparing cars in the market.
7. Dodge Ramcharger (1981-1993): The Forgotten Full-Size SUV
Hagerty added the Dodge Ramcharger, built from 1981 to 1993, to its 2026 list, where Carscoops’ list of values shows a value of $25,300. The boxy full-size SUV is a sign that truck-based utility vehicles are drawing collector attention.
The pick fits a broader pattern of vintage off-roaders rising in appeal. Because the Ramcharger shares its roots with Dodge pickups, it offers a distinctive alternative to better-known rivals from the era. The listed value is a guide for shoppers, with individual prices depending on condition and originality.
8. Lincoln Continental Mark II (1956-1957): Postwar Luxury Flagship
The Lincoln Continental Mark II from 1956 and 1957 sits on Hagerty’s 2026 list with a value of $82,700, according to the Carscoops report. It is the priciest car in this gallery’s 2026 group.
Its inclusion shows Hagerty’s picks range well beyond modern enthusiast cars. Its two-year run keeps the supply of surviving examples small. The listed value is a benchmark, and individual cars will vary with condition and provenance. Hagerty’s pick underscores that interest extends to classic luxury cars as well as modern performance models.
9. Lamborghini Gallardo (6-speed): Gated Shifter Supercar
Hagerty’s 2025 Bull Market list named the six-speed Lamborghini Gallardo, valued at $157,700 in the Hagerty announcement. Its value has risen 7% since 2019.
The manual gearbox is the key detail in the pick, since Hagerty singled out the six-speed version specifically. The gain is modest compared with some other picks, but it comes on a car with a six-figure price. Buyers comparing cars should treat the listed value as a guide rather than a fixed price.
10. Dodge Magnum SRT-8: Family Hauler With a Hemi
The Dodge Magnum SRT-8, with 425 hp, was named to Hagerty’s 2025 list at $32,600, as the Hagerty list reports. Its value is up 39% over five years.
A high-output wagon from a mainstream brand is an unusual collectible, which may help explain the attention. The five-year gain is among the stronger figures cited for the 2025 picks. As with every pick on the list, the number reflects past movement and not a promise of what comes next.
11. Ford Bronco II: Compact Bronco Revival
Hagerty’s 2025 list included the Ford Bronco II, which the Hagerty release values at $15,600. Gen Z and millennial buyers account for 38% of the interest in it.
Hagerty’s data suggest younger buyers are driving much of the attention, which is unusual for a compact SUV from the 1980s. The modest price keeps it within reach of first-time collectors. As with every pick on the list, the number is a snapshot of the market and not a promise of future gains.
12. Mercedes-Benz G500 (2002-2008): Boxy Benz Goes Upmarket
The Mercedes-Benz G500 from 2002 to 2008 earned a spot on Hagerty’s 2025 list, valued at $53,200 in the Hagerty announcement. Auction offerings of the model rose 47% in 12 months.
A jump in auction supply can signal that owners see rising demand and are choosing to cash in. For buyers, it means more choice but also a market that is moving quickly. The listed value gives shoppers a reference point, though condition and mileage will shape what any individual truck sells for.
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