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Ah, the James Dean Little Bastard—a legendary name that sounds more like a punk rock band than a car. This was the nickname for James Dean's Porsche 550 Spyder, a 1950s sports car that became infamous after his tragic crash in 1955. The car was lightweight, with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing around 110 horsepower, designed purely for racing thrill-seekers. It was notoriously tricky to handle, and legend has it the car was cursed, with some believing it caused multiple accidents. If you're hunting for one in Australia, good luck—these beauties are museum pieces or auction stars now, with prices soaring well beyond $1 million AUD. For a taste of the legend, check out car auctions or classic car dealers on Tradingpost or CarShowroom.