The hip-hop culture has taken the world by storm in the last few decades, and the N.W.A. music group that was led by Dr. Dre and Eazy E was one of the most popular groups to influence the hip-hop world during the early nineties. There were quite a few notable cars that made their appearance during this timeframe, and the N.W.A. was a group that featured many different vehicles in their music videos and in their lyrics. The nineties were a magical time for the hip-hop world, and the movie Straight Outta Compton was a massive hit that took a look at the influential group that changed the face of hip-hop forever.
There were countless vehicles that were featured in the movie and whose stories were actually adapted from the real-life situations that formed the basis for the storylines. From the famous Ferrari that Dr. Dre took the LAPD on a high-speed chase in to the one-of-a-kind lowrider Impala SS that Eazy E was famous for, these vehicles were part of the culture that made hip-hop a famous new artform and created the backdrop for the historic West Coast hip-hop scene. This was also a big part of what made the Straight Outta Compton movie such a standout success and one of the movies that really set the stage for the hip-hop biopics that ensued. We're going to take a look at some of the cars that were featured in Straight Outta Compton and really made the movie a special piece.
20 Suge's 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (K-5)
Suge Knight was, at one time one, of the most powerful figures in the West Coast hip-hop scene, and his taste for cars was a large as his stature. In the beginning scene of the movie, Suge is seen driving a cherry-red 1972 Chevrolet Blazer K-5, which, at the time, was one of the most popular large topless SUV models that you could buy. The 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (K-5) is a great off-roader that anyone can purchase, and in it, you’ll get to experience one of the most versatile and powerful Blazer models on the road. (DuPont)
19 Mustang 5.0
The Mustang 5.0 was one of the most important and popular vehicles of the nineties, and it's with good reason.
When you combine a lightweight design with one of the most powerful V8 motors that Ford offers, you have something that's truly special.
Although there are several variations of the Mustang 5.0 that hit the market, the car is fairly easy to come by, and you’ll have one of the best performance vehicles that have ever been made. The Mustang 5.0 is also an extremely easy car to modify, which makes it a top choice for performance enthusiasts. (DuPont)
18 Eazy-E's Suzuki Samurai
Eazy-E was a standout artist who really revolutionized West Coast hip-hop with a bold new sound that truly addressed the issues that the youth were facing at the time.
One of his trademark vehicles was his customized Suzuki Samurai, which featured a whole lot of chrome and other unique accents that made the car a standout choice.
These topless SUVs were all the rage at the time, and the Suzuki Samurai was no exception, coupling a topless design with a rugged four-wheel-drive suspension. (Rolling Stone)
17 Eazy-E's 1964 Chevrolet Impala
Featured in almost all of the rappers' music videos, the 1964 Chevrolet Impala that was owned by Eazy-E was a special vehicle in many aspects. This car was relevant at a time when all the hip-hop community wanted were lowrider Impala models, and with the unique paint job, this was definitely a standout car. It’s worth noting that Eazy-E owned this Impala long before he was famous, and the car has since been sold to a private owner who's kept the car in the pristine condition that it deserves to be. (DuPont)
16 Dr. Dre's Datsun B-210
The movie Straight Outta Compton was a special movie in many aspects, with a one-of-a-kind look at the lives of the most influential group in West Coast hip-hop. Long before he was one of the highest-paid names in hip-hop, Dr. Dre was a struggling artist who was kicked out of his mother's home and was trying to make a name for himself.
Dr. Dre's Datsun B-210 was a simple car that actually features a pretty sporty design.
Such cars can be found on the used car market for a pretty reasonable price. (DuPont)
15 1974 Dodge Dart
One of the least prominent cars featured in the movie, the 1974 Dodge Dart is a pretty surprising car that has a good amount of power standard, making for a seemingly exciting car to drive, for the most part. When it comes to finding a 1974 Dodge Dart, there are still a few good examples on the market, and the car isn’t as highly priced as other used cars from this era, which can range in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The 1974 Dodge Dart is a decent performance vehicle that many of us can still afford. (DuPont)
14 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Another one of the vehicles that are featured in the Suge Knight scenes, the Oldsmobile Cutlass is a well-known performance vehicle that really made its name during the muscle car era.
While the Chevrolet Chevelle has a basic design with minimal options, the Oldsmobile Cutlass focused on the buyer that wanted a good amount of luxury built into their vehicles such as power locks and windows.
The Oldsmobile Cutlass is a one-of-a-kind muscle car that's still attainable to this day, making for a pretty cool project. (DuPont)
13 Oldsmobile Cutlass 664
The Oldsmobile Cutlass is a special car in many aspects, as it added a level of luxury to the muscle car world, which hadn't been seen up to that point. As one of the more popular cars to be featured in the hip-hop community, the Oldsmobile Cutlass 664 is a faster version of the original car. Similar to a Chevrolet Chevelle SS, the Oldsmobile Cutlass 664 has a much more powerful engine as well as more trademark features that make the car one of the more standout vehicles in the movie for sure. (DuPont)
12 Suge's Chevrolet Bel-Air
Featured in the scene where Suge Knight is seen physically assaulting the man who takes his parking space, Suge is seen driving the Chevrolet Bel-Air, which is custom painted red. This is one of the cars that have been featured in real-life footage of Suge Knight, and the car is one of the more popular vehicles to be featured in the movie, thus lending to the one-of-a-kind motion picture a real-life reference and credibility that many biopics are lacking. (DuPont)
11 1993 Lexus LS400
Naturally, a movie about nineties hip-hop wouldn’t be complete without the 1993 Lexus LS400, a car that really needs no introduction.
The 1993 Lexus LS400 was a revolutionary car for the Lexus brand and for the domestic market because it showed the world that a Japanese automaker could design and build a real competitor for the German luxury brands.
The 1993 Lexus LS400 was featured in many hip-hop videos during the nineties and was an integral car featured in Straight Outta Compton. (DuPont)
10 Suge's Bentley Azure Mark I
Featured in many of the publications during the nineties, as well as the Straight Outta Compton movie, the Bentley Azure Mark I is one of the most popular exotic cars out of the nineties and with good reason. The Bentley Azure Mark I is a large and luxurious convertible that has more than enough power to pack a potent punch. The Bentley Azure Mark I is a car that you can now get for a relatively decent price on the used car market, and with a powerful V12 engine behind it, this is one fun convertible to drive anywhere. (DuPont)
9 Tupac's ‘61 Chevrolet Impala
The 1961 Chevrolet Impala is another important stepping stone in hip-hop culture, as it was a car that was also very notable for being upgraded by enthusiasts.
Tupac Shakur was a proud owner of his 1961 Chevrolet Impala, and the one-of-a-kind car was featured in Straight Outta Compton as well as an ode to the history that went with the car.
The 1961 Chevrolet Impala is an expensive classic car that many of us have dreamed of owning, and with the signature West Coast hip-hop culture behind it, this is a one-of-a-kind car. (DuPont)
8 Tupac's Mercedes 500SL
The luxury car that was featured in many of Tupac Shakur's hit songs, the Mercedes 500SL is another influential part of the hip-hop culture that surrounded the nineties. Featured in the movie in pristine condition, Tupac's Mercedes 500SL was a beautiful white color with factory chrome rims, and the most unique feature was the one-of-a-kind hardtop convertible roof. The Mercedes-Benz 500SL is a car that many of us can afford, as the value has plummeted on the used car market, making this a great piece of hip-hop history. (DuPont)
7 Tupac’s Range Rover
The cars that made the nineties hip-hop culture and were featured in Straight Outta Compton were some of the most notable cars that we remember seeing during the movie and the decades that changed music. Tupac’s Range Rover was another notable vehicle that was featured in the movie and was one of the cars that Tupac was most proud of. The Range Rover is a big and luxurious vehicle, which sadly suffered lackluster resale value, which means that you can get a pretty good deal on one used. (DuPont)
6 Tupac’s Rolls-Royce Corniche
Another car that was featured in the movie and was owned by Tupac is the Rolls-Royce Corniche, another one-of-a-kind luxury car that was released during this decade.
With a historic significance and the luxurious price tag to match, the Rolls-Royce Corniche is still a car that many of us can find on the used car market for a reasonable price.
The Rolls-Royce Corniche is a big and bold vehicle that will make a statement no matter where you take it, and this is what makes the car such a standout vehicle. (DuPont)
5 Tupac's 1996 Hummer H1 Eliminator
Tupac’s vehicle collection was unique and unlike anything that we've ever seen by someone who sold such a high volume of records. The 1996 Hummer H1 Eliminator is a true testament to that, as this vehicle was not only bulletproofed but also featured a number of other options that made this a very pricey and unique sports utility vehicle indeed. The 1996 Hummer H1 Eliminator was also featured in Dr. Dre's hit “California Love” music video, which aired in 1996 and featured other notable vehicles in Tupac’s fleet. (DuPont)
4 Easy E's 1991 BMW 850csi
As his success grew, Eazy E learned to love the finer things in life, and his 1991 BMW 850csi was one of these must-have purchases.
Originally one of the most expensive and fast BMW models on the market, the 1991 BMW 850csi is a beautiful work of art to this day.
Eazy E kept his white 1991 BMW 850csi in pristine condition, and there are many photos that were taken of Eazy-E posing with his trademark beamer, which became one of his favorite cars to drive. (DuPont)
3 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (Bus-Jacking Scene)
Featured at the beginning of the movie where the bus containing Ice Cube was jacked by neighborhood gang members, the 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo that they're seen driving was one of the most popular models at the time. Available in an SS trim package, the 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a blistering-fast performance car that also came with some unique options such as T-Tops and other notable features that only Chevrolet would add to their signature personal luxury coupe, which remains a popular choice to this day. (DuPont)
2 Crown Supercoach
Riding a school bus back in the eighties and nineties was the primary mode of transportation for much of the youth at that time—unless you were Eazy-E, of course.
The bus that Ice Cube is seen riding on is known as the "Crown Supercoach," and it was one of the most popular School Bus models at the time.
This just goes to show how the movie really attempted for realism, as they recreated some of the most historical scenes in hip-hop history, and the Crown Supercoach is part of this unique history. (DuPont)
1 1971 Ford Pinto Runabout
When Ice Cube is seen leaving the school bus and entering his aunt's home, he's greeted by a 1971 Ford Pinto Runabout on the lawn in front of the home. The 1971 Ford Pinto Runabout was a popular used car around this time, and it featured an economic engine and a one-of-a-kind style that offered a good amount of functionality and space. The 1971 Ford Pinto Runabout can be found for a reasonable price on the used car market should you seek this rather unique used car that has the legendary Pinto name on the side of it. (DuPont)
Sources: DuPont, Rolling Stone