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Defining the “IT” factor in cars has become increasingly nuanced. Contemporary buyers are drawn to analog vehicles with fewer technological interventions and more tactile experiences, typically produced from the late 1970s to the early 2000s. Elements such as low production numbers, association with cinematic history, and strong backstories enhance a car's desirability. For instance, models like the Ford GT saw a spike in attention following their features in films like Ford v Ferrari.
Conversely, Ferrari—once dominant in the allure department—has seen some decline in its prestige due to factors such as overproduction and excessive pricing for newer models, which are no longer guaranteed to appreciate as they once were.