
VehicleSports Classics
Hotknife
The Hotknife is a classic sports car in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (model hotknife, ID 434).
- Top speed (game estimate)
- ~200 km/h · 124 mph
- Seats
- 2
Overview
The Hotknife is a classic sports car in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. It is a custom hot rod built for show and straight-line speed.
Design
The exposed engine, open front wheels and chopped roof reflect classic hot rod styling. It has room for 2 occupants.
Performance
It accelerates well but can be unstable in corners because of its short wheelbase. Its handling data specifies rear-wheel drive, a 5-speed gearbox and a petrol engine, with a mass of 1,400 kg.
Where to find
It is rare in traffic.
Tips
- Save one if you find it, as it is uncommon.
- Take corners gently.
How to get
Gold in every Driving School test; the car waits outside the school.
Spawn locations
- Driving School, Doherty, San Fierro (after all gold medals)
- The Strip (rare)
- Vigilante missions (levels 1 and 2)
How to get
Gold in every Driving School test; the car waits outside the school.
Appears in missions 2
On the map

Hotknife: questions and answers
How do you get Hotknife in San Andreas?
Gold in every Driving School test; the car waits outside the school.
What is Hotknife based on?
Hotknife is based on the 1931 Ford Model A Coupe Hot Rod.
