When it comes to buying US-made vehicles, there are a few brands that come straight to mind. Classic staples such as the Camaro and the Mustang are about as red, white, and blue as apple pie. Although the automotive landscape has changed a lot over the past few decades, many US consumers still prefer purchasing locally built vehicles over the Japanese competition. There have been countless cars built locally that lack quality craftsmanship and have cheap build quality, and this has helped Japanese automakers develop a superior reputation for quality and reliability.
The prices of vehicles have skyrocketed in the last few decades. As more and more new technology is coming into play, the price of vehicles will get even higher. The last decade has shown us a lot of new technology, from V8 engines that can run on four cylinders to fully electric cars becoming a normal part of everyday life. It used to be that the US automakers were innovators, and it would appear that that's becoming that way once again. Thus, the prices of US-built vehicles have crept up and held their value. When it comes to choosing a vehicle that'll hold its resale value, no car is a great investment. In fact, purchasing a new vehicle is one of the worst investments that you can make. But, the US car market has begun to hold its value, and the cars that we’ll be talking about in this list are really worth considering.
20 2019 Chevrolet Suburban: MSRP $50,600
The Chevrolet Suburban has long been the staple of the iconic family mover, with the ability to haul an entire clan to the beach and pull the family boat with it. The Suburban hasn’t changed a lot over the years, and that's a good thing. The basic principle of a powerful V8 SUV is still there but with added luxury features that make it a winner in most books. The most modern iteration of the big Suburban is also one of the safest SUVs on the road right now. (Motor Trend)
19 2019 GMC Yukon Denali XL: MSRP $52,200
The GMC Yukon Denali XL is a large family mover that's been around for a while now. During the nineties, this model was sold as the Suburban as well as the Chevrolet model. And then, during the early 2000s, GM decided it was time to give the GMC version its own brand identity, and thus, the Yukon XL was born.
In the Denali trim line, this is one fancy SUV and one of the best ways to haul an entire family in style and class.
The Denali trim comes with upgraded chrome accents, a more luxurious interior, and stylish chrome wheels that give it a dominating appearance. (Motor Trend)
18 2006 Chevrolet SSR: MSRP $25,500
The Chevrolet SSR is one of the most unique used US cars that you can buy and one that will definitely stand out at the grocery store.
This car was the modern version of the Chevrolet El Camino, and it incorporated a hard-top convertible design with a one-of-a-kind futuristic look that no one has ever seen before.
The Chevrolet SSR is also a very functional truck with a powerful V8 motor that was pulled out of the Corvette and a fully functioning truck bed, making this the ultimate way to cruise the Hot August Nights in style. (Car And Driver)
17 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: MSRP $123,090
There's probably not another car in the world as unique as the Corvette, and this car has been around in one form or another for decades.
The Corvette ZR1 is a very expensive vehicle and one that'll hold its value.
The powerful motor is only one aspect of this unique sports car, as the design attributes are something truly special. This fiberglass beast was designed to give drivers the ultimate feeling of connecting to their ride, and when you drive a ZR1, you can tell that you've truly sat in something very special. (Car And Driver)
16 2019 Chevrolet Camaro SS: MSRP $37,000
The Chevrolet Camaro SS has been spanking Ford Mustangs for the last half-decade, and the sports car gets better with every generation. From the way that the SS has an aggressive retro stance to the powerful 6.2L V8 engine, this car is nothing short of exhilarating. Most Camaro owners will vouch for how fun these cars are to drive, and the Camaro brand, in general, has been shown to hold its resale value, which makes the car a much better investment than your average vehicle, to say the least. (Motor Trend)
15 2017 Ford Mustang Roush: MSRP $57,028
The Ford Mustang Roush is a limited-edition car that's appeared through quite a few Mustang generations, and it stands as one of the best variants of the car that you can buy. The Ford Mustang Roush is one of the most special Mustang models to come out, and this car is far superior to your average run-of-the-mill GT. With special ground effects, a supercharger, and an aggressive stance, the Mustang Roush means business. These models also hold their value very well, especially when compared to other models such as the Cobra. (Car And Driver)
14 2005 Ford Thunderbird: MSRP $11,745
The 2005 Ford Thunderbird convertible was notable for its unique classic design and simply luxurious interior and exterior that made the car a wonderful trophy piece. With the large V8 motor, the Ford Thunderbird was very powerful, and it almost felt like it was gliding on air, not to mention that it had a large trunk, which fit with the classic design. The Ford Thunderbird in the latest generation has also held its value very well, which makes it a more expensive investment but it's very worthwhile if you love classic Ford vehicles and you want a piece of history. (Motor Trend)
13 2012 Chrysler 300 C SRT: MSRP $31,998
The 2012 Chrysler 300 C SRT is famous for being the second vehicle of choice for Walter White in the hit television series Breaking Bad.
This beautiful large sedan was built to give drivers a sense of luxury and fun all in one big rear-wheel-drive package, and this sedan delivers in every sense of the word.
If you've been wanting a large rear-wheel-drive sedan, the Chrysler 300 C SRT is the last of the Mohicans and has held its value extremely well. (Motor Trend)
12 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat: MSRP $58,650
When the Dodge Challenger SRT hit the scene, it was lambasted for its heavy design and large general demeanor when compared to the more nimble Chevrolet Camaro and the Ford Mustang. What happened next is that Dodge released the Challenger SRT Hellcat and changed the game, as this is a one-of-a-kind vehicle that'll push drivers back in their seat with the powerful 6.2L Hemi V8. Couple all of that with a beautiful paint job and some seriously mean-looking headlights, and the Challenger SRT Hellcat is one extreme beast. (Motor Trend)
11 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon: MSRP $83,295
As if the Dodge Challenger Hellcat isn’t enough, the Mopar boys decided to release an even faster beast for those Mopar fanatics who just want to rub it in the faces of Camaro and Mustang owners.
The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon has a massive 808 horsepower and yet is still street legal!
Couple that with the beautiful exterior design and an exhaust note that sounds like it came from the muscle car heavens, and you have a truly unique vehicle that'll not only hold its value but also break the bank. (Motor Trend)
10 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe: MSRP $29,995
Another very rare car with origins dating back to the first-generation Ford Mustang, the Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe is one of the most sought-after models of the Ford Mustang that you can get. This beautiful example of Ford and Carroll Shelby ingenuity is a stellar way to drive a piece of history and feel the true power that a Ford Mustang, when properly equipped, can deliver. The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe is just one example of this popular product line, and these cars hold their value extremely well, so you can expect to pay a small fortune to get one of these beauties. (CarGurus.com)
9 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Supercharged Convertible - $22,495
The SVT (Special Vehicles Team) is known for designing some of the rarest and most fun-to-drive Ford vehicles that the world has ever driven. The 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Supercharged Convertible is one of the best variants of the popular product line that you can choose, and with a factory supercharger and a unique ground effects kit, this is a fun convertible that'll keep a smile glued on your face as you enjoy your driving experience. These cars hold their value extremely well, and there were a limited number of them in production, which means that finding one is a special occurrence. (Motor Trend)
8 2018 Ford F-150 Platinum: MSRP $54,485
The 2018 Ford F-150 Platinum is a truck that was designed for the person who wants a luxury vehicle but still needs the practicality of a pickup truck.
Everything about the 2018 Ford F-150 Platinum is beautiful from the brushed aluminum tailgate to the mountains of chrome that are slapped all over the truck.
This is the ultimate way to drive a truck in style, and you’ll be amazed by all of the unique technology that has been implemented into this truck from the Sync navigation system to the innovative safety features. The 2018 Ford F-150 Platinum will also cost you a pretty penny, but it's worth every bit of the price. (Motor Trend)
7 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD High Country: MSRP $55,800
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD High Country is the ultimate way to drive a massive pickup truck in style. If you're someone that uses a pickup truck for hard work, there's nothing better than sitting in the luxurious interior of the High Country trim line, which features beautiful leather seating and enough chrome accents on the exterior to coat a jetliner. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD High Country is a massive truck and one that'll pretty much tow just about anything that you can think of. (Motor Trend)
6 2018 Chevrolet Volt: MSRP $34,095
The 2018 Chevrolet Volt is a rather unique vehicle that Chevrolet released to show the world that an electric car is a normal-functioning vehicle that can be driven every day. The second generation of the Chevrolet Volt is even more functional than the first, with an interior and exterior so stylish that you'd never think it's a fully electric vehicle. The Chevrolet Volt is a car that you can take anywhere and will still make you feel good about the environment, and the price tag isn’t going to set you back as far as a Tesla, which is great. (Motor Trend)
5 2008 Cadillac XLR: MSRP $26,850
The 2008 Cadillac XLR, notable for its long sloping style and powerful V8 engine, is one of the more unique Cadillac models to be released in the last decade or so.
The XLR was a car that never really caught on with the public, but once you drove it, you were hooked.
These large convertibles have held their value quite well, and if you can find one for a good deal, you’ll be very happy, as the XLR was one of the most rewarding convertibles to be released in the last decade. (Car And Driver)
4 2016 Cadillac ELR FWD: MSRP $38,980
The Cadillac ELR is a car that was a step in a new direction for the Cadillac brand, as the world has never seen a fully electric Cadillac model. The Cadillac ELR, while beautiful to look at, never really caught on with the buying public, and thus, sales were lackluster. But if you can find one of these for a good price, you'll be instantly taken aback by the luxurious interior and the performance that the electric engine packs, rivaling that of the much larger Tesla sedan and other electric cars as well. (Car And Driver)
3 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV: MSRP $78,195
The Cadillac Escalade was a new direction for Cadillac in 1999, as they wanted to get into the luxury sports utility market. The Cadillac Escalade has advanced a lot over the last few years, with a stellar reputation for quality and a big powerful motor that make the SUV a stellar family cruiser and the choice of celebrities everywhere. The ESV is an even longer version of the standard Escalade and provides three rows of stellar legroom with a luxurious interior that's unmatched in quality for the price. (Motor Trend)
2 2019 Dodge Durango SRT: MSRP $62,995
The Dodge Durango has always been a trendsetting SUV. Being the first midsize SUV ever released with a third-row seat in 1998, it changed the way that we think about an SUV.
The 2019 Dodge Durango SRT is a fun way to have a blast while driving with one of the most powerful Hemi engines that are currently sold on the SUV market and an aggressive exterior that's in line with many other well-known SRT models, making this a stellar choice. (Motor Trend)
1 2017 Dodge Viper: MSRP $87,895
What list would be complete without one of the most iconic sports cars in the world? The 2017 Dodge Viper is an unmistakable mix of power and style, and the Viper has become legendary for its powerful V10 engine and a lightweight design. Purchasing a Dodge Viper is a special experience, and the sports car holds its value extremely well. The 2017 Dodge Viper was the final year for the legendary sports car, but there's talk that the company is going to bring the sports car back for the 2021 model year. (Motor Trend)
Sources: Motor Trend, Car And Driver, Cargurus.com