Dude. You Wrecked The General Lee
This is why we can’t have nice things. What’s more fun that driving one of the 300 General Lee’s made for “The Dukes Of Hazzard”? We all dream of taking a spin in our favorite TV (or movie) car – but this guy wrecked it. DUDE YOU WRECKED THE GENERAL LEE!
Who remembers The General Lee jump at Autorama?
And since we’re talking about TV cars – here’s our top five list…see if you agree:
Here are the top five coolest TV cars from TV shows:
- Batmobile from Batman: The iconic Batmobile is a custom-made car specifically designed for Batman. It is a sleek, black, and futuristic car that can do incredible stunts and has many hidden weapons and gadgets.
- K.I.T.T. from Knight Rider: K.I.T.T. is a talking car that was the sidekick of Michael Knight in the popular 80s TV show. It has a sleek black design, advanced artificial intelligence, and an array of high-tech features that make it a one-of-a-kind car.
- General Lee from The Dukes of Hazzard: The General Lee is an orange 1969 Dodge Charger that was the main car in The Dukes of Hazzard. It is famous for its iconic “01” number painted on the doors, its ability to jump over obstacles, and its horn that plays the first twelve notes of “Dixie.”
- The Mystery Machine from Scooby-Doo: The Mystery Machine is a custom-painted van that is the main mode of transportation for the Scooby-Doo gang. It is a classic hippie-style van with a psychedelic paint job and is known for its association with the popular cartoon series.
- Magnum’s Ferrari from Magnum, P.I.: The Ferrari 308 GTS driven by Magnum in the hit 80s TV show was a red sports car that added to the show’s appeal. It was a sleek and stylish car that represented Magnum’s luxury lifestyle and adventurous spirit.
Jim O'Brien is the Host of "Big Jim's House" Morning Show at 94.7 WCSX in Detroit. Jim spent eight years in the U.S. Naval Submarine Service, has appeared on Shark Tank (Man Medals Season 5 Ep. 2), raised over two million dollars for local charities and is responsible for Glenn Frey Drive and Bob Seger Blvd in the Motor City. Jim's relationship with Classic Rock includes considering Bob Seger, Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Wally Palmer of the Romantics and many others good friends. Jim writes about ‘80s movies, cars, weird food trends and “as seen on TikTok” content.
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