End of an era: 5 cars not making it into 2026
For these models, 2025 was the final year of availability, and as the calendar flipped to 2026, they are no longer rolling out of factories or are available to purchase in Bangladesh anymore
With the beginning of 2026, the automotive world is moving rapidly toward electrification, stricter emission regulations, and aggressive cost-cutting.
Amid the rush, some iconic and familiar cars are quietly reaching the end of the road. For these models, 2025 was the final year of availability, and as the calendar flipped to 2026, they are no longer rolling out of factories or are available to purchase in Bangladesh anymore.
For enthusiasts in Bangladesh, this matters more than it may seem. Many of these cars dominate our grey import market, shape our street culture, and heavily influence resale values.
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In this article, we look at five cars that will not make it into 2026—vehicles that defined an era and are now becoming instant modern classics.
Nissan GT-R R35
A supercar that changed everything. The Nissan GT-R R35 is arguably the most iconic car on this list. Debuting in 2007, it shattered global perceptions of Japanese performance engineering and redefined what a supercar could be.
The R35 GT-R also became a cultural icon far beyond its raw numbers. Owners praised how approachable it felt, advanced electronics and all-wheel drive made its performance usable even for drivers who were not professionals, while still rewarding skilled hands with incredible lap times.
The engineering was equally meticulous. Power came from a 3.8-liter, 60-degree DOHC twin-turbo hand-built V6 with 24 valves. A 6-speed dual-clutch transmission delivered lightning-fast shifts in just 150–200 milliseconds.
When Nissan ended R35 production on February 28, 2025, after an incredible 18-year run, the automotive world lost one of its greatest modern legends. Since then, no successor has been officially announced.
Production Years: 2007–2025
Toyota Allion and Premio
A car that needs no introduction in Bangladesh. The Toyota Allion and its twin, the Premio, represent a distinctly Japanese phenomenon—a premium-branded sedan that never officially left its home market. For nearly two decades, these cars served as Japan's go-to family sedan.
The Toyota Allion was offered with three engine options over its life: a 1.5L 4-cylinder (1NZ-FE), a 1.8L (2ZR-FAE), and a 2.0L (3ZR-FAE), with the 1500cc variant being the most popular choice among buyers due to its balance of fuel economy and lower annual income tax (AIT). This variant is paired to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) prioritizing smooth, efficient everyday driving over outright performance.
However, when production ended in March 2021, it marked the close of a 20-year lineage of refined Japanese sedans. The Allion's discontinuation was not due to poor sales or declining relevance; quite the opposite in fact. Bangladesh maintains a strict import rule: vehicles cannot be more than five years old at the time of shipment. Age is calculated from the first day of the year following manufacture. This means a car produced in 2020 became six years old on January 1, 2021—making it ineligible for import.
Production Years: 2001–2021
Lexus RC F
While the GT-R grabbed headlines, Lexus quietly built one of the most underrated performance coupes of the modern era.
The RC F represented Lexus's commitment to traditional Japanese performance at a time when the industry was rapidly shifting toward turbocharged four-cylinders and electrification.
Its defining feature was a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8—a rarity in today's day and age. This engine used both port and direct fuel injection, optimizing combustion across all driving conditions. With a 32-valve DOHC layout, it delivered strong performance throughout the rev range.
Despite its excellence, the RC F faced an impossible market. Insurance premiums, fuel economy regulations, and the industry's pivot toward crossovers and SUVs made its sales numbers look anemic compared to contemporary models. Lexus's corporate mandate to electrify the lineup meant the naturally-aspirated V8 had no future.
As December 2025 approached, the final RC F came off the production line—a final hurrah for a car that never received the recognition it deserved.
Production Years: 2015–2025
Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster
The Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster belong to a generation caught between eras. Launched in 2016 as replacements for the 981, they initially faced criticism for switching to turbocharged four-cylinder engines.
Over time, however, the 718 evolved into one of the most capable and engaging sports cars Porsche ever built.
The voluntary PDK 7-speed dual-clutch automatic offered faster shifts and convenience for those who preferred it, but Porsche kept the manual available because the target audience demanded it. The standard 6-speed manual transmission, increasingly rare in the industry, exemplified Porsche's commitment to the driver's involvement.
As Porsche orders closed in September 2025 and production ended in October, the 718 bowed out with a limited Final Edition for select markets. By 2026, no new 718s will arrive.
Production Years: 2016–2025
BMW Z4
On November 24, 2025, BMW announced something that stunned the automotive world: the Z4 is finished. More importantly, there will be no successor.
Unlike discontinued models that transition to electric power or evolve into new platforms, BMW is completely exiting the premium two-seat convertible roadster market after 24 years.
The current generation Z4 represents the final expression of this philosophy. It offers three powerplant options: a modest 2.0 L turbocharged four-cylinder, a competent 2.0 L four-cylinder, and the standout M40i with its 3.0 L turbocharged inline-six. The Z4 remains as one of the final reminders of BMW's heritage of naturally aspirated turbocharged six-cylinder excellence.
Production ends between March and May 2026. For Bangladesh's market, this compounds perfectly with the country's five-year import restriction. Final-production Z4s will be brand new; older examples will exceed the legal import age.
Production Years: 2019–2026
