Fast road cars
Infernus and Cheetah suit long straights and races, but require careful braking. Store them in a garage if you need them later.
Vice City vehicles: what to take for a race, mission or escape
The fastest car is not always the best choice. Missions depend on acceleration, durability, handling and the ability to fit through narrow gaps.
Vehicles are grouped by purpose, not just top speed. Under the older physics model, cornering stability is often worth more than speed that cannot be sustained on city streets.
Vehicles in an illustration
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Vehicles of the neon eighties
This original period gallery compares a fast coupé, luxury saloon, service vehicle, motorbike and boat without copying the game models.
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A practical choice
Durable mission vehicles
For a difficult firefight, choose a sturdier car or a special vehicle. Leave a damaged car before it catches fire; an explosion kills Tommy faster than gunfire.
Motorbikes
The PCJ-600 is fast and slim enough for jumps and weaving through traffic. A fall leaves Tommy exposed, however, and can ruin a timed attempt.
Helicopters
Once available, they make collecting packages and travelling between islands considerably faster. Land on level ground and watch the rotor near obstacles.
Boats
They are essential for water checkpoints and some island objectives. They turn with a delay, so approach gates on a wider arc.
Sunshine Autos
How to avoid wasting time on import lists
Store unusual models
When you encounter a rarer car during the story, put it in a garage. It may appear on one of the lists later.
Search by district
Traffic types vary by area. Expect luxury models in different places from vans, off-road vehicles or work vehicles.
Check the showroom after delivery
Completed lists change the available vehicles and the business income. You do not need to keep a car once it has been delivered.
Frequently asked questions
Direct answers
Can Tommy swim in GTA Vice City?
In the original Vice City, Tommy cannot swim and deep water is fatal. Some later ports or mods may change this behaviour.
Where should I store a rare car?
Park it in the garage at an owned property and wait for the door to close. Back up your save before modding.
Sources and verification
Primary sources take priority
Content checked on 20 August 2026. Differences between Classic and Definitive Edition are identified where they change the procedure.