If you’re a fan of the Green Hornet series then you know that Seth Rogen just made a remake of it. And if you’ve heard the hype surrounding it, it’s been said that the studio execs have not been pleased with the finished product. However, we at Rearviewed have always believed that it’s the people that can best decide for themselves whether they’ll like it or not.

So here’s a trailer of Mr. Rogen’s take on the classic hero courtesy of the folks at Jalopnik. Oh, did we mention that you’ll be able to get a glimpse of the Green Hornet’s ’66 Chrysler Crown Imperial, “The Black Beauty?” Well you will, so enjoy the ride kiddies. In case the trailer won’t load, we’ve posted an image of its unveiling at last year’s San Diego Comic Con for your viewing pleasure.

Sources: Jalopnik, Wired

Fanatics of the latest Fast & Furious movie are sure going to get a kick out of this news feature. According to reports, the supped-up 1973 Camaro you see up there is going to be sold. The asking price though might cause your ears to bleed though. The car will be carrying a hefty price tag of $39,998. Yup, almost forty grand.

Even though it’s Vin Diesel’s character that drove this monster, the car can only give you a max of 350 horsepower. It may not be as powerful as you’d hope, especially since it was used in a movie that involves powerful cars. But nonetheless, it’s bound to make you the talk of the town if people see you driving in it.

So if you’re interested in getting some attention on the road, this car’s for you. You might not end up looking like Vin Diesel, but we’re positive that you’ll probably feel just like him when you’re driving it.

Source: Ride Lust

Robocop was a big hit during the 80’s. Ask any one born during that time what they thought of this police officer-turned-cyborg and they’ll tell you that he’s one of the baddest (put your choice adjective here) on the planet. Now while it’ll be hard for anyone to put himself or herself in Robocop’s shoes, they might find it easier to drive around in his police car. Yup, you heard that right. The authentic Robocop police car is currently being auctioned by the Volvo Auto Museum located outside of Chicago. The car, which is actually a 1986 Ford Taurus, will have a price tag of $19,000. It’s that cheap. Of course, even if you do have the car, there’s no guarantee that you’ll get the same impact just like Robo did every time you step out of the driver seat. But the pleasure of seeing other people ogle at you and your ride will still be probably worth it.

Source: Jalopnik

Nicolas Cage may be a top Hollywood celebrity. But even he isn’t excused from paying unpaid debts. And that’s what’s happening right now as the Hancock Pack Collection is asking the A-list actor to pay off a huge sum of $104,490.68 for the two Rolls Royce cars he purchased.

These cars, which was a 1964 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III valued at $550,000 and a 2002 Rolls Royce Corniche were bought using a 60-month lease program back in 2007. However, after Cage experienced numerous financial setbacks, particularly during the recession, he was forced to return the vehicles to the Hancock Pack Collection.

The problem though was since the price of these cars depreciated, the company had to sell them cheap. So to make up for its losses, the company is after Cage to make sure he pays them $104,490.68 for the Silver Cloud and $137,077.06 for the Corniche.

This just proves that not even Hollywood star power can help you escape unpaid debts.

Source: Jalopnik

Based on the image above, even Dr. Dre couldn’t resist having a Ferrari Testarossa appear in his video back in the day. Slick, cool and stylish. Drive by any neighborhood and you’re assured of not leaving empty handed, if you get our drift. So what makes this ride tick? Well, you’ll have to look into its unique way of distributing power. By having it go through its rear wheels, the Testarossa is able to maintain the center of gravity in the middle of the car. This allows it to enjoy better stability and improve cornering. So if you’re surprised as to why people don’t get enough of the Testarossa, don’t be. With the performance it gives, it’s expected to be a must-have among car enthusiasts.

Source: 0-60 Mag, Wikipedia

Trust us, this isn’t how you take care of one expensive Italian sports car. Unfortunately, if the country your father is running happens to be run and invaded by U.S. troops, the last thing you’ll think about is to salvage this thing of beauty. And since the Hussein family has fled their home in Iraq, this cool pink Lamborghini Testarossa has been left for dead. It’s quite sad especially since this is one sleek ride if properly maintained. Although it looks like it needs some cleaning, rumors have been circulating that the car has been pillaged by U.S. troops. So even if you do get to look spick and span, without the right parts, this car’s pretty useless. Such a waste if you ask us.

Source: 0-60 Mag

We all know that the Green Hornet is about to make it into the big screen. As a matter of fact, Seth Rogen (who’ll play the hero) unveiled the Black Beauty, a 1966 Chrysler Crown Imperial they’ll be using for the movie at the recent San Diego Comic Con. So with all the hoopla surrounding the making of this classic, the last thing you want people to see are a number of images showing a wrecked Black Beauty. Unfortunately, that’s what happened. Now, we’re not sure whether this is actually included in one of the scenes in the movie. But whether it is or not, it’s a waste having to destroy a thing of beauty. Well, since this is a big-budget flick, we wouldn’t be surprised if they’ve got funds set aside for the repairs. We just hope they do patch it up and not leave it out to dry the way it is.

Source: Jalopnik

Wouldn’t it be nice to actually have a car that glows in the dark just like the one used in the movie Repo Man? Think of the benefits. You’re bound to attract attention, its one-of-a-kind, and you’ve got a very nice chance of getting a hot date. Sure you’ll probably attract car thieves but isn’t that worth the risk? Oh, and did we mention that you won’t have to worry about looking for it in a crowded parking lot?

Anyway, in case you’re wondering what this ride is, it’s a classic 1964 Chevy Malibu. To pull of the glow-in-the-dark look, the movie producers simply applying a coating of 3M reflective paint. Not a bad investment if you want to get your ride looking as bright as daylight, right? So if you’d like to have a ride that’s as a crazy as this, don’t throw your money away by getting numerous green bulbs. Just get a 3M reflective paint and your ride’s going to look as cool as the Repo Man’s Malibu.

Sources: Car Domain Blog, Wikipedia

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Have you ever wondered what type of car most celebrities have? Well, if you guessed a BMW, a Rolls-Royce or a Bentley, those are pretty obvious answers. However, there’s another brand that graces their collection: Ferrari, particularly the Testarossa. If you don’t believe us, here’s a list of the most popular celebrities (compiled by the folks at 0-60 Mag no less) who happened to own classic versions of this model, at least during one point in their lives.

· Ralph Lauren: 1958 250 Testarossa

· Tom Selleck: 1985 Testarossa

· Richard Gere: 1988 Testarossa

· Michael Jordan: 512TR

· Don Johnson: 1989 Testarossa

· Miles Davis 1987 Testarossa

· Nick Mason: 1989 Testarossa

· Mario Lemieux: 1989 Testarossa

· Mike Tyson: 1989 Testarossa

· Dominik Hasek: 512TR

The band Motley Crue and Sir Elton John also owned a Testarossa but no specific model was indicated. However, given the number of notable celebrities mentioned above, it’s safe to say that this sports car was considered a definite must-have add-on to their collection.

Source: 0-60 Mag

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The last thing you’d expect Tim Duncan to be a fan of is cars, particularly vintage cars. But apparently he can’t get enough of them. Here’s a soft-spoken, laid-back-looking guy who you thought that his only passion would be for the game of basketball. Well, he’d like to clear the air and tell you that basketball isn’t the only thing he loves. The mere mention of vintage rides automatically sends him to a frenzy. It’s something that – once initiated – he can’t stop talking about. So given his penchant for old rides, him having a top five list of his favorite vintage cars doesn’t come as a surprise to us. So without further delay, here are the top five vehicles that Tim Duncan gave when he was interviewed by ESPN’s Chris Sheridan.

1950 Mercury

Tim Duncan’s “numero uno.” This vehicle is what Tim affectionately refers to as his “lead sled.” Why? Because it just happens to be a very fast car with a classic looking exterior. Now who in his right mind wouldn’t want that to lead the pack?

1968 Chevrolet Camaro

Tim happens to own a hardtop version of this vehicle. It’s painted black and carries a 502 crate motor. According to Tim, the 502 is a high-performance replacement engine that could be specially ordered. As if the engine of a Camaro isn’t powerful enough already, huh?

1955 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible

Another vehicle that Tim happens to own. He had his Bel Air convertible fully restored by giving it an all-white interior and exterior. Tim was able to acquire the vehicle from a friend of his after seeing it in his lot in California. Talk about a lucky break.

1969 Dodge Charger

It was simple why Tim included this muscle car in his list. That’s because the Dodge Charger happens to be the ride used in the TV series, The Dukes of Hazzard. Let’s face it, even we know how cool having one of this car is. Since Tim doesn’t have one yet, he’s bound to be on the lookout for one.

1966 Pontiac GTO

Again ,Tim doesn’t have this in his collection, but it’s only a matter of time before he does. With an engine that can go well beyond 300 horsepower, it’s not a surprise why Tim wants to get his hands on this four-wheeled baby. And fast.

Sources: ESPN, HowStuffWorks, Seriouswheels, Customrodder, Ultimate Muscle Car, Olaf’s Blog, A Thinking Man’s Thoughts On Baseball And Other Sports