"When we started researching this exhibition... you go into the project with the typical 'I'm going to source a film car' mindset, where film cars always have interesting histories. But sometimes it will be owned by collections, it will be private owners, it will be isolated sources. With this exhibition, it was interesting because there are actually a number of enthusiastic owners who buy these cars-they collect them, they restore them-and these cars are well known within their communities."
"Along the way, the film's cars have become nearly as famous as the human stars. If you're a fan, you probably can't have Vin Diesel or Michelle Rodriguez come hang out with you in your garage, but you can drive a Charger or Eclipse-or even a Jetta that looks like it escaped from the set."
The Fast and Furious franchise has evolved significantly over 25 years, transforming from an undercover cop story into a bombastic automotive spectacle. The franchise's vehicles have become nearly as famous as its actors, inspiring fans to build replicas or purchase actual screen-used cars. A dedicated community of collectors seeks out these vehicles, which are known by designations like Stunt One or Hero One. The Petersen Automotive Museum now features a 23-car exhibition celebrating the franchise's anniversary. Curator Kristin Feay notes that sourcing these cars involved working with private owners and collections, as the vehicles are well-known within enthusiast communities. Researching the history of specific iconic cars like Brian's Mitsubishi Eclipse, Toyota Supra, and Dom's Charger required significant effort.
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