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In a world where people literally go viral and become celebrities overnight, we'd like to think that the term celebrity still refers to the wealthy and successful actors, comedians, sports stars, musicians, and fashion designers with glittering careers. Nonetheless, these celebrities have one thing in common. Plenty of pesos allows them to fund lavish lifestyles that complement their social status. But, interestingly, some of these celebrities are gearheads just like us, and they spend their hard-earned money building some awe-inspiring car collections.
From vintage rides to elegant sedans, massive SUVs, racing beasts, and hand-made hot rods, these famous personalities splurge on the best that the auto industry has to offer. Of course, not all celebrity car collections are made equal, some better than others for differing reasons. However, for this article, a car collection entails three or more cars of note, whether rarity, high value, or essential provenance. So, after sifting through numerous garages, we got you ten celebrities with arguably the most desirable car collections out there today.
10 Kevin Hart
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Kevin Darnell Hart is an actor, writer, and producer best known for the witty atmosphere he seems to bring around everything surrounding him. However, besides his hard work ethic and $200 Million net worth, his rapidly growing car collection is something he takes very seriously. Notable cars in his garage include a Ferrari 488 Spider Black, Ferrari 488 GTB Red, Ferrari 458 Spider, Ferrari 488 Pista, Mercedes G65, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Jeep Wrangler, GMC Yukon XL Denali, and a 2019 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Kevin Hart also owns some impressive classic cars that include a 1966 Pontiac GTO, 1959 Chevrolet C1 Corvette Convertible, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda, 1977 Ford Bronco, 1965 Mustang Convertible, 1970 Dodge Charger "Hellraiser," 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, and 1967 Ford Mustang GT500E. In 2021, Hart became the first Ferrari SF90 Spider owner in the U.S.
9 Gordon Ramsay
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay carries a legacy of absolute professionalism and perfectionism that made him a small screen star in the UK and internationally through shows such as Hell's Kitchen, Kitchen Nightmares, Hotel Hell, and MasterChef US. However, when he's not whipping cuisines in the kitchen, Ramsay's $225 Million net worth lets him enjoy collecting a jaw-dropping number of Ferraris.
Gordon Ramsay's F-bombs include a Ferrari F355 GTS, Ferrari 575 M Maranello Superamerica, Ferrari 430 Scuderia, Ferrari 812 Superfast, Ferrari F12 TDF, Ferrari Monza SP2, Ferrari Laferrari, Ferrari Laferrari Aperta, Ferrari 458 Italia, Ferrari 488 GTB, Ferrari California T Spyder, and a Ferrari Portofino. In addition, Ramsay owns a BAC Mono, Land Rover Defender 110 SVX, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera, McLaren 575 LS, and a McLaren Senna.
8 John Cena
If you watched Fast and Furious 9, then you know John Felix Anthony Cena Jr., AKA John Cena's big-screen success, is poised to be as legendary as his WWE legacy. Nonetheless, we love this all-American icon a bit more since he's a hardcore American muscle car guy.
John Cena's incredible collection features a 1966 Dodge Charger 426, 1969 AMC AMX, 1969 COPO Chevrolet Camaro, 1969 Dodge Daytona, 1970 AMC Rebel Machine, 1970 Buick GSX, 1970 Chevrolet Nova, 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350, 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird, 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge, 1971 AMC Hornet SC/360, 1984 Cadillac Coupe Deville, 2007 Ford Mustang Saleen Parnelli Jones LE, and a 2007 Charger SRT-8 Super Bee. Other cars in the collection include a 1989 Jeep Wrangler, 1991 Lincoln Continental, Dodge Viper, Ford GT, Chevrolet C6 Corvette ZR1, and a custom Corvette CR inCENArator.
7 Lewis Hamilton
Although Lewis Hamilton narrowly missed claiming a record eighth Formula 1 crown during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December 2021, he remains the only driver to equal Michael Schumacher's seven world titles. Hamilton is a car fanatic away from the track, and his status as the highest-paid F1 driver on the grid lets him collect everything from vintage classics to supercars. The highest valued car is a stunning 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra, estimated at $4.5Million.
Still, his $14.7 Million car collection also includes a 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, custom Pagani Zonda 760 LH, Mercedes-AMG Project One, McLaren P1, Ferrari LaFerrari, Mercedes-Maybach 6, Maybach S600, Mercedes-AMG SLS Black, Honda CRF450RX Motocross Bike, and a Maverick X3 dune buggy. However, as an eco-warrior, Lewis Hamilton currently only drives a Mercedes EQC SUV and Smart EQ ForTwo and recently sold his Pagani for a staggering $11.3 Million.
6 Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo is currently the world's first and only billionaire soccer player, not to mention one of the highest-paid soccer players globally. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has channeled a chunk of his massive wealth towards building an impressive collection of cars.
Ronaldo's garage features a Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, Bugatti Chiron, McLaren Senna, Ferrari Monza SP1, Ferrari F12 TDF, Ferrari 599 GTO, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Ferrari F430, Mercedes G-Wagon Brabus, Lamborghini Aventador, Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Bentley Flying Spur, Bentley Continental GT, Chevy Camaro, Range Rover Sport, Mercedes AMG GLE. However, the crown jewel has to the limited-edition Bugatti Centodieci, of which only ten have been made.
5 Jay-Z
Shawn Corey Carter, professionally known as Jay-Z, is a rapper, songwriter, record executive, media proprietor, and entrepreneur that many consider one of the most influential hip-hop artists in history. Jay-Z was officially declared the first hip-hop billionaire in July 2019, and we can confidently conclude that his cars are not on the list of his 99 problems.
Jay-Z's ridiculous car collection includes a Pagani Zonda F, Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, Ferrari F430 Spider, Roll-Royce Phantom, Maybach 57S, Bentley Continental GT, Maybach 62S, Maybach Exelero, GMC Yukon Denali, Tesla Model S, Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, Alfa Romeo Spider, Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, 1962 C1 Corvette, and a 1957 C1 Corvette. In 2021, Jay Z and Beyonce flexed on everyone by purchasing one of the most expensive cars in the world, the $28 Million Rolls-Royce Boat Tail.
4 Floyd Mayweather Jr
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a former professional boxer and professional boxing promoter who became an icon in the sport with an untouchable 50-0 record. Considering he is one of the most lucrative pay-per-view attractions of all time, Floyd undoubtedly deserves the "money" nickname. According to Essentially Sports, Floyd Mayweather has a collection of close to 100 cars, collectively worth over $40 Million.
Floyd Mayweather's collection includes multiple models of the same luxury cars spread out across different houses in several area codes. Some of the top cars in his garages include Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita, Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, Bugatti Chiron, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Rolls-Royce Drophead Coupe, Rolls-Royce Wraith, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Bentley Mulsanne, Bentley Flying Spur, Ferrari 458 Italia, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Ferrari Enzo, LaFerrari Aperta, McLaren 650S, Lamborghini Aventador, Mercedes SLS AMG, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, and the rare Aston Martin One-77.
3 Jerry Seinfeld
Jerry Seinfeld is one of the funniest stand-up comedians, actors, writers, and producers of our time. Nonetheless, our fascination with the iconic multi-millionaire is not only fixed on his one-liners and gags but also his insane car collection. Jerry's obsessive one-of-a-kind selection includes a modest 150 cars ranging from speedy coupes to classy muscles, old rides, and new whips.
The car collection features a 1960 VW Beetle, BMW 300 Isetta, 1957 Fiat 500, 1964 Morgan Plus 4, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III, VW Karmann Ghia, and 1969 Lamborghini Miura. Jerry Seinfeld also boasts the world's most expensive Porsche collection comprising models like a 1970 911 S, 1949 356, 1966 911, 1958 597 Jagdwagen, 1963 356 B2000 GS Carrera 2, 1994 964 Turbo S Flachbau, 1989 911 Speedster, 2004 Carrera GT, 1966 356 SC Cabriolet, 1997 993 Cup RSR, 1983 959, 1959 718 RSK Spyder, 1990 962C, 1973 917/30 Can-Am Spyder, and 1955 550 RS.
2 Ralph Lauren
Born Ralph Lifshitz, Ralph Lauren is a fashion designer, business executive, and philanthropist known for his multi-billion-dollar Ralph Lauren Corporation and Polo International. Besides a keen eye for fashion, Ralph owns one of the greatest car collections of all time, with over 70 automobiles that required decades to collect and develop.
The $300 Million car collection includes extremely rare models, most of which have featured and won awards in numerous car shows and art exhibitions across the globe. Some of the biggest highlights in Ralph Lauren's collection include a 1930 Mercedes-Benz SSK, 1929 Blower Bentley, 1931 AlfaRomeo 8c 2300, 1933 Type 59 Grand Prix Bugatti, 1938 Bugatti 57SC Atlantic, 1948 Woody Station Wagon, 1954 Ferrari 375 Plus, 1955 Jaguar XKD, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing, 1955 Morgan Plus Four, 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder, 1957 Jaguar XKSS, 1958 250 Ferrari Testa Rossa Spyder, 1950 Ferrari 250 GTO, 1965 Aston Martin DB5, 1996 McLaren F1's FM, 20099 Lamborghini Reventon Roadster, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago Superveloce, 2011 Porsche 911 GTS RS, and a 2015 LaFerrari.
1 Jay Leno
James Douglas Muir Leno, the television host, comedian, and writer we all recognize as Jay Leno, is one of a handful of rich and famous personalities with the kind of money to acquire a mind-boggling collection of expensive cars. Leno's collection of approximately 181 cars and 160 motorcycles makes other private collections look inferior.
Jay Leno's Big Dog Garage, located next to the Burbank Airport, is filled with pristine automobiles from literally every era. Although it would take a while to list the entire collection, notable models include 1906 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer, 1909 Baker Electric, 1911 Packard Model 18, 1918 Cadillac Type 57 Victoria, 1924 Bentley TwinTurbo, 1928 Bugatti Type 37A, 1931 Bentley 8-Liter, 1936 Cord 812, 1937 Bugatti Atlantique, 1941 Plymouth Special Deluxe Business Coupe, 1953 Cunningham C3, 1957 Buick Roadmaster, 1963 Corvette Split-Window Coupe Fuelie, 1963 Chrysler Turbine, 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Yenko Stinger, 1971 DeTomaso Pantera, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 Kompressor, 1981 DeLorean DMC-12, 1986 Lamborghini Countach, 1992 Dodge Viper, 1996 Mazda Miata, 2006 GM EcoJet, and 2017 Ford GT.