10 Dirt Cheap American Supercharged Cars You Can Buy Used (2024)

Forced induction devices are arguably the quickest and easiest tools to use to extract more power from an engine, as the extra air they feed into the engine allows it to produce more grunt. While turbochargers are included in many consumer vehicles in 2024, superchargers tend to only feature on high-performance offerings like muscle cars.

HotCars therefore decided to find 10 of the cheapest used American cars on the market that have a supercharger, ranked from most to least expensive.

10 2007 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500: $16,175

Shelby Mustang GT500

(Source: Kelley Blue Book, Ford)

Despite being by far the most expensive vehicle on this list, the 2007 Shelby Mustang GT500 is still great value for the money. Just over $16,000 for a supercharged muscle car sporting a Shelby badge should be a bargain in anyone's book.

Its 5.4-liter V8 deposits a brutal 500 hp to the rear wheels, which the driver can control to some extent via the six-speed manual transmission. The fact it comes with SVT-tuned suspension, and THAT racing stripe, of course, is the cherry on top.

9 2006 Cadillac STS-V: $9,124

Cadillac STS-V

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

First up is a largely forgotten Cadillac super sedan, the STS-V. This model tends to live in the shadow of its smaller CTS-V sister, though it really shouldn't as its 4.4-liter supercharged V8 makes a commanding 469 hp and 439 lb-ft of torque. With used prices in the range of $9,100 per KBB, the STS-V represents a great choice for gearheads who want to live the muscle car life in luxury.

8 2006 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster: $9,097

Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

The only convertible model in this ranking, the Chrysler Crossfire STR-6 Roadster can be had for just over $9,000 on average. The vehicle, which uses a 3.2-liter V6 engine borrowed from Mercedes-Benz, makes 330 hp courtesy of an added supercharger. Just watch your hairline when the roof is lowered, as the Crossfire is capable of reaching 60 in a scalp-ripping 5.1 seconds.

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7 2004 Chevrolet Impala SS: $4,061

Chevrolet Impala SS

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

The 2004 Chevy Impala SS is a cheap supercharged sedan that makes a tasty 240 hp courtesy of General Motors' 3.8-liter V6, which found a home in several other vehicles in the early 2000s. The Impala's bigger frame means it takes 6.8 seconds to hit 60 mph, though this is still respectable for a cheap sedan.

It also gets a tuned performance suspension alongside stronger stabilizer bars, while front brake cooling ducts have been added to keep the disc brakes at optimal temperature at all times.

6 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt SS: $4,031

Chevy Cobalt SS

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

The 2005 Chevy Cobalt SS is the only vehicle with a 4-cylinder to feature in this top ten, though it does at least feature an engaging five-speed manual transmission.

The supercharged 2.0-liter unit is pretty peppy with its 205 hp and 200 lb-ft of torque assisting it to reach 60 mph in a sporty 6.0 seconds. With an average used price of $4,031, the Cobalt SS represents an affordable coupe that graces your life with a supercharger whine.

5 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Supercharged: $3,791

Chevy Monte Carlo SS Supercharged

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

Sharing the same running gear as its bigger Impala sedan sibling, the 2004 Monte Carlo SS coupe tends to be slightly cheaper on the used market with an average price of $3,791. Power and torque are the same as the Impala, and its lighter build allows it to hit 60 a little quicker at 6.7 seconds.

These Monte Carlos also come loaded with Chevy's performance suspension setup, which gives it more dynamic handling than the standard SS.

4 1992 Ford Thunderbird SC: $2,741

Ford Thunderbird SC

(Source: Kelley Blue Book, Hagerty)

The oldest vehicle to feature in this ranking, the 1992 Ford Thunderbird SC, came with a 3.8-liter supercharged V6. Featuring similar architecture to Ford's legendary Windsor V8, the powerplant was a torquey beast with 315 lb-ft, compared to its comparatively tame power output of 210 hp. These supercharged Thunderbirds are ultra-affordable in 2024, with an average used price of just $2,741.

3 1999 Buick Riviera: $2,386

Buick Riviera

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

The distinctively-designed Buick Riviera gets the third-place trophy in this ranking courtesy of its bargain average used price of $2,386. It's not the quickest car listed, though, with the 225 hp from its supercharged 3.8-liter V6 pushing it to 60 mph in a little over 8 seconds.

You'll also struggle to keep up with sports cars on a fast road as these Rivieras were only available with a four-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

2 1997 Buick Regal GS: $2,383

Buick Regal GS

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

Just missing out on the top spot and edging its Riviera coupe sibling by $3, the Buick Regal GS is the runner-up for the cheapest supercharged American car. For an average used price of just $2,383, a budget-minded driver can get their hands on the same 3.8-liter supercharged V6 used in the later Monte Carlo and Impala SS models.

This gets you 240 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, plus a brisk 0-60 sprint time of 6.6 seconds. We haven't quite seen the last of this consumer champion engine just yet though, as it locks out the top two places in this ranking.

1 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP: $2,355

Pontiac Grand Prix GTP

(Source: Kelley Blue Book)

The cheapest used supercharged car on the market in 2024 is the 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. The two-door coupe makes 240 hp courtesy of GM's 3.8-liter supercharged V6, though don't expect a pure driver's experience as it has a 4-speed automatic transmission and FWD.

While not one of the more valuable and rarer Grand Prix models available, the lack of attention you'll get from the understated design will allow you to relax en route to your favorite driving road.

Sources: Kelley Blue Book, Hagerty, Ford