Popular podcaster Joe Rogan sold his "The Joe Rogan Experience" to Spotify in a licensing deal that's worth over $100 million. Before launching the podcast in 2009, he appeared on Fox's "Hardball" as a basketball player and on NBC's "NewsRadio" as a conspiracy theorist. He hosted "Fear Factor" from 2001 to 2006 and has done stand-up specials for Netflix. He was named MMA Personality of the Year four times.
Joe Rogan was making $30 million even before joining Spotify. Forbes named him the highest-earning podcaster in the world. He is loved and hated for his offensive remarks. We would never compete with Joe Rogan for the title of the biggest gearhead. He is obsessed with cars, and he can get any model he wants. His personal collection consists of exclusive muscle cars, classic machines, and luxury sports cars. These are 15 facts about the cool cars in Joe Rogan's garage.
15 His 1965 Corvette Is Powered By A Supercharger
Rogan's 1965 Corvette is powered by a LS1 with a Magnusson supercharger. The supercharger required custom brackets under the hood in order to fit in the car. The Corvette features some great custom fitment and a cool set of wheels. It also has a subtle custom interior that's still very retro.
14 His Porsche 911 GT3 RS Delivers 85 Extra Ponies
When Rogan bought the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, he immediately sent the two-door car to Sharkwerks, where tuning masters gave it 85 extra ponies and a selection of aftermarket parts to support the power boost. According to Rogan, this car will melt your face, as proved by his driving impressions.
13 The Model S Has Converted Rogan To Electric
The Tesla Model S has managed to convert a famous gearhead to electric transport. Rogan has taken delivery of a black Model S, and he's been raving about it on his podcast. He said, "It feels like it’s punching its way through a wormhole using alien technology. I feel like I’m living in the future."
12 He Bought The Acura NSX Before He Became Famous
When Rogan bought the Acura NSX, he felt like a real baller. The NSX is the first mass-produced car in an all-aluminum body. It enjoyed the best power-to-weight ratio among competitors, despite having a small V6 engine. Nowadays, old NSXs are sought after. They typically sell for $80,000 depending on the condition.
11 Icon Has Restomodded Rogan's Land Cruiser
Icon does magic with vintage SUVs, and one of them is the 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. It also happens to be Rogan's daily driver. The modified Land Cruiser still has factory axles, but Icon has changed everything else. New locking differentials are operated through a panel where the interior lock once was.
10 Most Cars Were Customized By Steve Strope From Pure Vision
Steve Strope and his crew at Pure Vision are responsible for many Rogan's cool builds, including the 1969 Nova. The car received a bunch of mods and styling cues from the first-generation Camaro. This is a perfect example of what happens when talent comes together with intelligent design and marvelous engineering.
9 His 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Entered Jay Leno's Garage
As a huge car guy, Rogan takes good care of his vehicles. That's why he brought the 1965 Chevrolet Corvette to Jay Leno to inspect before he drove to the Los Angeles hills. The episode runs longer than an average Joy Leno's Garage piece, and every minute is a delight.
8 His Beautiful Porsche Was Smashed Up In 2015
In 2015, Joe Rogan was involved in a car accident in his custom Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The driver who hit Rogan didn't have a driver's license. The car had minor damage and nobody was hurt. Rogan said, "Traffic was stopped in front of and the dude behind me just didn’t pay enough attention."
7 Rogan's Best Show Cars Were Designed By Chip Foose
Joe Rogan said that his show cars, including the famous Hemi Cuda, were designed by Chip Foose and built by Troy Trepanier. As you might now, Foose is a legend when it comes to creating show cars. Rogan acknowledges that the Cuda is a gorgeous machine, even though it's not a pleasurable daily driver.
6 The Chevrolet Nova Looks Like The 1980s Porsche
Rogan admits that the inspiration for his Nova did not come from a Chevrolet lineup, but instead, from the 1980s Porsche. He said he just wanted the Nova to be the fastest car he owns. Complete with a chopped roof, a built engine, and modified suspension, it is pretty fast.
5 His One Of A Kind Chevrolet Nova Comes With Camaro Parts
Steve Strope, the owner of Pure Vision Design, said Rogan wanted something very special that would never roll off of a GM assembly line. He took the Chevrolet Nova and infused it with Camaro parts. The machine was completely stripped down to bare metal. The finished product is a stunner.
4 The Ford Bronco Was Custom Built For Him
In 2019, Rogan uploaded a YouTube video showing off his Ford Bronco. This isn't a regular Bronco, though. It was turned into an off-road enthusiast dream machine. Lifted and equipped with custom shock absorbers, the Ford Bronco features chunky tires, large brakes, big driving lights, a winch, and custom wheels.
3 His First Car Was The Mk.IV Toyota Supra
Rogan's first two cars came from Japanese brands, the very first being the Mk.IV Toyota Supra. This was the fourth-gen Supra produced from 1993 to 1998. The car had a twin-turbocharged inline-six engine that delivered 320 hp and 315 lb. ft. of torque. It got a huge rear wing and rounded curves.
2 2014 Ford Mustang Is A Staple Of His Collection
Even though the 2014 Ford Mustang isn't the fastest car in Rogan's collection, there is some good nostalgia that comes along with owning a Mustang. It comes equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine good for 420 hp and 390 lb. ft. of torque. The Mustang offers some of the best performance bang for the buck.
1 He Owned The "Sick Fish" 1970 Barracuda
The "Sick Fish" is the nickname of Rogan's 1970 Barracuda that's built to impress. It was fully customized and got a V8 Chrysler Hemi engine. Rogan said he had to hunt for this one and tried to maintain its originality and keep the exterior and interior design untouched while modifying everything under the hood.