“Smokey and the Bandit” first hit theaters in 1977, and nearly five decades later, it’s still one of the most iconic car movies of all time. With its high-speed chases, sharp humor, and unforgettable rides, it’s surprising Hollywood hasn’t brought Bandit and Smokey back for a modern reboot.

But let’s imagine they did.

Updating a ’70s Icon for Today’s Drivers

The original followed Bo Darville “Bandit” (Burt Reynolds) and Cledus (Jerry Reed) on a wild run across the South, dodging Sheriff Buford T. Justice (Jackie Gleason) in one of the most memorable cat-and-mouse chases in cinema. A reboot would raise the obvious question: which cars take center stage?

Would Bandit still roll in the legendary black-and-gold Trans Am? Or would a modern muscle car like a Camaro or Dodge Challenger take its place? Would Cledus’ big rig get an update to today’s tech-packed semis? And would Smokey’s Pontiac be swapped for a more intimidating Charger or SUV?

One thing’s for sure: the cars would be just as much a star of the show as the actors. And just like in the late ’70s, drivers today know the value of keeping their rides protected when the unexpected happens on the road.

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