Few movie franchises have produced a collection of vehicles quite as memorable as Mad Max. Across five films, ordinary cars have been transformed into supercharged pursuit machines, armored monsters, and increasingly outrageous creations built to survive the wasteland.
Replicas of those cars have existed for years, particularly the legendary black Pursuit Special driven by Max Rockatansky. Until now, however, enthusiasts wanting one have largely relied on independent builders and unofficial recreations.
That’s about to change, as Mad Max Factory has launched a collection of officially licensed recreations with the involvement and approval of franchise creator George Miller and producer Doug Mitchell.
These aren’t inexpensive movie props destined to sit in the corner of a memorabilia collection, either. Mad Max Factory says its vehicles will be built in Australia as functional machines, with prices starting at AUD195,000, or roughly $140,000.
Choose From 20 Mad Max Cars
The company is offering 20 different vehicles spanning four movies in the franchise. Buyers can choose from six cars featured in the original Mad Max, three from Mad Max 2, eight from Mad Max: Fury Road, and another three from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.
Only 25 vehicles will be produced as part of the inaugural collection, making them considerably rarer than your typical licensed movie-car. Mad Max Factory says each will be built to preserve the raw mechanical character and visual appearance of its screen counterpart.
Among the least expensive choices are Fury Road machines, including the VW Rod, Prince Valiant, Dodge Charger, Cranky Frank, and V12 Elvis. Furiosa’s V8 Pursuit also starts at AUD195,000.
Customization is possible for customers who want to put their own spin on a build. The company warns, however, that certain modifications could affect whether a finished vehicle can legally be registered for road use.
The Pursuit Special Will Cost You $283,000
Naturally, the star of the collection is Max’s Pursuit Special, also known as the Black on Black Interceptor. The movie car was based on a Ford Falcon XB GT hardtop and became one of the defining automotive images of the entire franchise.
Mad Max Factory’s officially licensed recreation starts at AUD395,000, or approximately $283,000. That price includes sourcing a suitable authentic 1973 Ford XB Falcon GT hardtop before restoring and transforming it into the familiar black pursuit machine.
The process includes chassis and body restoration, custom bodywork, paint, powertrain work, interior and electrical systems, authentication, and delivery. Depending on the vehicle and specification, Mad Max Factory estimates each build will require between six and 18 months to complete.
Road-Legal Status Depends On Where You Live
These machines aren’t necessarily restricted to private collections. Mad Max Factory says road registration can be possible, although legality ultimately depends on the regulations in the owner’s country or region.
That could make certain builds particularly interesting for collectors who would rather drive their movie car than simply stare at it. Turning up at the local Cars & Coffee in something straight out of Fury Road certainly beats bringing another pristine supercar.
Spending $140,000 to $283,000 on a Mad Max recreation requires serious commitment to the franchise. For the 25 buyers who secure one, however, the next weekend drive could look considerably more like a trip through the wasteland.