Lowriders have been around since the 1940s. But, they became very popular in the ‘90s and were considered to be one of the coolest rides on the streets. Many car enthusiasts from that era would bring their ‘60s or ‘50s sedans, coupes, or even trucks and convert them into lowriders. Today, we see a lot of low-riders, i.e. race cars, sports cars, or even hypercars with lowered suspensions intended to increase their stability and downforce. However, a little more than a decade ago, they were usually these relatively slow cars that barely avoided ground contact and can literally hop around with hydraulic lift-kits.

Think about some of the most popular hip-hop songs from that time, and you will probably see a sweet lowrider in every 2nd or 3rd video. Kinda like how trucks go with country songs. Many consider these cars to be the epitome of “Cool” when they are driven at really low speeds while the music artist busts some rhymes next to it or inside it. You can’t just take any car and lower it, apply an enigmatic paint, some abstract design, equip small white-walled wheels, and call it a lowrider. These cars have to be of a certain shape, design, length and appear classy to become a great lowrider. Performance is not paramount here, rather it’s the car’s glamour, elegance, charm, appeal, beauty...you get the point. Here are 10 such cars that make the coolest lowriders.

10 1951 Chevy Fleetline

If history is any evidence, except to see lots of Chevy’s, Cadillacs, Buicks, and other such American classics. The ‘51 Fleetline is a fastback that melted hearts more than it tore asphalts. The hood bulged up in the center surrounded by the iconic round headlamps on the front, big fenders completely hiding the rear wheels from the side.

The coupe fastback rear seamlessly connecting the edge of the roof to the rear bumper all come together to make a truly iconic car. Add a cool paint job, lower the suspension, and cruise it around the block to catch everyone taking a second glance at this beauty.

9 1947 Cadillac Series 62

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The Series 62 is not the most hydraulics-friendly when it comes to hopping up and down. But when its body panels gently touch the ground below, it becomes apparent why people would want to turn it into a lowrider.

Unlike other more obvious choices, this one requires a bit more faith and some sincerity to turn it into a beautiful lowrider. But once the work is done, and done well, the result is totally worth it. These cars are rare, so we do not often see many such examples, but some of them are drop-dead gorgeous.

8 1941 Pontiac Torpedo

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It is generally seen that bigger cars make for more beautiful lowriders. The 1941 Torpedo is the biggest car Pontiac has ever built so it figures how great it looks when slammed down.

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It’s got a massive 4.1 Liter engine and the power output is 103 HP which was big in that era. Today, you wouldn’t bet on its power or 90 mph top speed to win any races, but who needs to go fast when you can relax and glide across the pavement in such a fashion.

7 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V

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Yet another car that’s not a Chevy makes this list. The Continental is one of those cars that got people legit excited. The chassis and body is designed in such a way that there is a lot of room for customization.

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The lowered stance makes this already long Lincoln appear even longer. Add some fancy wheels, a catchy paint job, maybe some hydraulics, and a cool livery, and this gentle-looking Continental will turn into one of the most attention-grabbing around the block.

6 1st-3rd Gen Cadillac Coupe Deville

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Contrary to the present time, Cadillac was known for making some amazing cars once upon a time. One of Cadillac’s best-selling, the Coup Deville is a fine example of that era.

Classic American Luxury cars make for some of the best lowriders today, so why not include one of the classiest of them all? It’s one of the best lowriders not only from the outside but also from the inside. Driving it would probably feel something like sliding on a smooth path covered with Land O'Lakes butter.

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5 1964 Buick Riviera

Part of what makes the lowrider culture so amazing is the plethora of ways you can personalize a car based on how you want it to appear and perform. Buick advertised the 1964 Riviera as a luxury car, which contributed to its popularity as a status symbol for many individuals.

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People in the lowrider culture lauded the Riviera's lightweight and high performance. The Riviera's pointed front end, along with other unique and noticeable design elements, earned it a new identity as a go-to model among tuners and riders alike.

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4 1957 Chevy Bel Air

If you have about $40,000 to spare, you can have a nice well maintained 1957 Chevy Bel Air. Got a few thousand bucks more laying around? Well, now you can turn it into a sick lowrider and grab attention anywhere you pull up.

The Bel Air has a bold design compared to other ‘50s classics. Not only was it a major feat for Chevy, but it also allowed other manufacturers to experiment a little on their designs. The Bel Air is as important a piece of history as it is charming.

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3 1964 Ford Galaxie

Chevy’s competitor from the same home city, Ford has had a roller coaster-esque ride full of ups and downs in terms of success and popularity- with mostly ups towards the end. The 1964 Galaxie is one of Ford’s underrated vehicles.

Many thought it’s a muscle car (the looks might explain) but Ford developed it as a full-size but mid-range sedan. Numerous engine options and body styles meant that the Galaxie tried to please everyone. Turn one into a lowrider and it will please almost everyone.

2 1964 Chevy Impala SS Coupe

The ‘64 Impala epitomizes the lowrider scene more than any other car. Often referred to as “The ‘64”, the Impala is to lowriders what a Harley-Davison is to cruiser bikes. Its side profile is one of the most recognizable thanks to a sleek design all the way.

As a result, you can do minimum work on it i.e. you can just lower its stance and it’s pretty much a ready-to-roll lowrider without much fuss and hassle. Appearing in many Hollywood movies helped make it even more desirable.

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1 1959 Cadillac Eldorado

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There’s a reason why a used Cadillac Eldorado from 1959 costs more than $100,000 today. Some auctions even go as high as quarter million bucks! Long winding chassis helps a lot when a lowered car wants to look classy and elegant.

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The tail light, in fact, the whole rear gets extra points for style. Whether you go for a 4-door hardtop or a 2-door convertible, an Eldorado will rock any combination of customizations we associate with lowriders. These 2 images are probably a testament to that.