Owning a legendary classic car in Forza Horizon 5 feels like holding a piece of motorsport history. As of 2026, the game still boasts over 500 vehicles, but the most jaw-dropping price tags are attached to machines that raced decades before I was born. These aren't just cars; they are rolling sculptures that demand millions of credits. I learned the hard way that you really need a loaded garage before even thinking about pulling the trigger on one of these beauties. Here’s my take on the ten most expensive classic rides I’ve had the privilege to drive across Mexico’s vibrant roads.
10. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO – 3.5 Million CR
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The 288 GTO is often my gateway into the world of expensive exotics. At 3.5 million CR, it sits on the affordable end of this list, but don’t let that fool you. The moment I slid into that rosso corsa cockpit and heard the twin-turbo V8 spool up, I knew I was in for something special. On paper, 0-60 mph takes about 5 seconds and the top speed brushes past 203 mph, but the real magic is how the A-Class rear-wheel-drive chassis communicates every ripple in the asphalt. When I’m cruising down the highway with the radio off, the turbo flutter alone is worth every credit.
9. 1964 Jaguar Lightweight E-Type – 7.5 Million CR
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If anyone ever asks me what pure British motoring feels like, I point them to the Lightweight E-Type. This B-Class legend weighs almost nothing, so its naturally-aspirated inline-six with 340 bhp launches me from 0 to 60 mph in just over 4 seconds. The handling is crisp and honest; I can really lean on the chassis through the twisty roads of Guanajuato. It does not overwhelm you with horsepower—it flatters you with balance. I’ve spent hours just doing laps of the coastal road, convinced this is how an open-top sports car should feel.
8. 1966 Ford #2 GT40 MK II – 11 Million CR
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Stepping into the GT40 MK II is like stepping onto the set of Le Mans '66. This is the car that broke Ferrari’s streak, and in Forza Horizon 5, it feels indomitable as an A-Class all-rounder. The naturally-aspirated V8 bellows through tunnels with a resonance that gives me goosebumps. What I love most is its dual personality: it is planted enough for spirited circuit racing and comfortable enough for free roaming across the map. Sure, 11 million CR stings, but the sheer theatricality of every drive justifies the expense.
7. 1970 Porsche #3 917 LH – 15 Million CR
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The 917 LH is an animal disguised as a timepiece. Its naturally-aspirated flat-12 pushes out 601 bhp, and the S1-Class stats tell the story: 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds and a top speed beyond 220 mph. In real life, this car was famously fragile, but in the game I can hammer it relentlessly. On a long highway sprint, nothing in my garage catches it. The shape is so iconic—those long tail fins make it look like it’s moving even when parked. I treat it like my personal missile for speed trap challenges.
6. 1997 McLaren F1 GT – 15 Million CR
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The McLaren F1 GT is the original hypercar, and owning the GT variant—one of the rarest machines on the planet—makes me feel like I’ve won the lottery. The natural V12 sings a mechanical symphony, and the S1-Class chassis delivers handling that borders on telepathic. 0-60 mph takes 3.2 seconds and it tops out at 226 mph, but it’s the mid-corner poise that I treasure. I often use it for circuit races because the aerodynamics keep it glued while the steering feeds me so much confidence.
5. 1939 Auto Union Type D – 15 Million CR
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The Auto Union Type D is a pre-war monster that I had to learn to respect. This is the ancestor of modern Audi, designed by Ferdinand Porsche himself, and it packs a supercharged V12 that roars with a terrifying urgency. In B-Class form, its straight-line speed is already astonishing—over 228 mph with some tuning—but the narrow tires and vintage suspension demand my full attention. Every corner becomes a delicate dance between throttle and steering. It isn’t the easiest drive, but I love the raw, historic challenge.
4. 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa – 16.4 Million CR
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The 250 Testa Rossa is a three-time Le Mans winner that costs more in virtual credits than some real supercars sold for at auction. Its V12 produces only 300 bhp, but the car weighs so little that 0-60 mph arrives in just over 6 seconds. I don’t buy it for lap times, though. I buy it because every curve of its hand-beaten bodywork whispers elegance. Driving it slowly through the night, with the engine purring softly, is my favorite way to unwind after a long racing session. It’s living art on wheels.
3. 1957 Ferrari 250 California – 18.5 Million CR
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The 250 California is not a track weapon—its 262 bhp V12 sees to that—and I absolutely adore it for that. As a grand tourer, it is sublime. The seats feel plush, the ride is relaxed, and with the top down, the sea breeze fills the cockpit. I often start at the Horizon Festival site and cruise aimlessly, letting the scenery and the subtle exhaust note set the mood. It is one of the most recognizable Ferraris ever penned, and at 18.5 million CR, it remains a trophy for collectors who value style over speed.
2. 1956 Jaguar D-Type – 22 Million CR
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The D-Type is the pinnacle of 1950s design. Its aerodynamic fin and sensual curves make it instantly recognizable, and the inline-six engine delivers a burly 245 bhp that pushes it to a top speed of around 155 mph. I find its B-Class performance deeply engaging—you have to work the gears and carry momentum carefully. There is a purity here that modern hypercars lack. Every time I fire it up, I feel connected to an era when drivers were heroes and cars were works of passion. For 22 million CR, it is a masterpiece I never regret buying.
1. 1965 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe – 30 Million CR
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And finally, the crown jewel—the Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. At 30 million credits, it is the most expensive car in the entire game, and I saved for months to get it. The naturally-aspirated V8 churns out 390 bhp and produces a sound so rich and thunderous that I sometimes just park it and rev the engine for minutes. The body, draped in that iconic blue with white racing stripes, is a design icon of the 1960s. Its top speed of around 183 mph may not dethrone modern hypercars, but that’s irrelevant. This car is about heritage, about Carroll Shelby’s relentless spirit, and about owning something truly special. Driving it across Mexico feels like a privilege. It is as perfect as a virtual driving experience can get.
Whether you grind races, flip cars on the auction house, or simply save every credit from wheelspins, these ten classics prove that the most expensive cars in Forza Horizon 5 are also the most soulful. They are reminders that speed isn’t everything—character, history, and the sheer joy of being behind the wheel matter so much more.