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Marlin275
03-05-2010, 11:49 AM
Here are some of the best of the best

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Automobiles have played a major role in the lives of those born from 1946-1963. And with the majority of baby boomers becoming young adults in the 60s and 70s, they were very impressionable during the golden age of performance cars.

To get a taste of Boomer “Dream Cars,” CNBC.com asked Steve Davis, collectable car expert and president of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company , to give his take on the most sought-after classic cars of the generation. According to him, “baby boomers are reliving their youth and playing a major role in the collector car market.”

So, what are the most iconic models for the boomer generation? Click ahead see Davis’ picks!

Produced By Tonya Alexander
Posted 5 March 2010

1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30
Sold at 2010 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction for $159,500

A rarer, pricier muscle car than its sibling, the Chevelle, the Olds 442 offered an elegant but powerful alternative for horsepower junkies with deep pockets.

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback
Sold at 2007 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction for 489,500

The Boss was considered by many as the king of the pony car era. Collectors today agree that the big block, NASCAR inspired Mustang is still “boss.”

1963 Shelby Cobra Roadster
Sold at 2010 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction for $401,500

Though sold in low numbers for a short period of time, the Cobra was and still is the ultimate American sports car. It captured America’s first FIA sports car racing championship. Much like Ferraris and Aston Martins, it is sought after by collectors from all generations.