In the world of television shows, competition has always been fierce. Not only that, but the audience has also been demanding. They either like you and watch every episode or ignore you altogether. This is precisely why the success of the show “The Big Bang Theory” is such a big deal. It’s one show that audiences like so much, that it has managed to stay on the air until today.
The Big Bang Theory is currently recognized as the longest-running multi-camera sitcom of all time, having run for 12 amazing seasons. One of the highest-rated shows on CBS, this show centers around the lives of scientists and good friends who are doing their best to navigate social situations that everyone can relate with: falling in love, dealing with parents, pursuing a career and everything in between.
The Big Bang Theory stars Johnny Galecki, Kaley Cuoco, Jim Parsons, Melissa Rauch, Mayim Bialik, Kunal Nayyar, Simon Helberg, and many more. Together, this ensemble has delivered a show that is praised by the audience and critics alike. In fact, according to figures from Statista, the show averaged by as much as 20.4 million viewers per episode during its seventh season. Meanwhile, the show has also received 52 Emmy nominations and 10 Emmy wins.
Today, The Big Bang Theory is preparing to say goodbye to audiences across the globe as it airs its final season. There is no need to be sad though. Aside from the reruns, you can also catch the stars going around Hollywood. Just be on the lookout for these cars that the cast has been known to drive off the set:
19 Jim Parsons, Mercedes S-Class
Aside from the Mustang, award-winning actor, Jim Parsons is also said to own a Mercedes S Class. It seems he was spotted riding one on his way to the Oscars awards ceremony. Unfortunately, Parsons seemed to have encountered a little hiccup that day. Taking to Instagram, the actor wrote, “Locked out of house without ID which, apparently, you need to get into the Oscars… waiting on someone to get here and let me in.” Fortunately, someone had come to the actor’s rescue and he managed to get his schedule back on track.
In case you’re interested, the 2019 S Class comes with a starting price of $91,250. Under the hood is a 3.0-liter V6 biturbo base engine that delivers 362 horsepower.
18 Johnny Galecki, Vintage Motorbike
You can argue that John Galecki is the other half of the influential comedic duo in “The Big Bang Theory.” On this CBS sitcom, Galecki plays Leonard Hofstadter, an experimental physicist who shares an apartment with his best friend Sheldon.
Aside from this, Galecki has also starred in other television series, including “Roseanne,” “Entourage,” “My Boys,” “Hope & Faith,” “Billy,” “ABC TGIF,” “American Dreamer,” “Blind Faith,” “Hardball,” “LAX” and “My Name Is Earl.” Meanwhile, Galecki has also starred in a number of films, including “Hancock,” “Table for Three,” “Chrystal,” “Bookies,” “In Time,” “CBGB” and “The Cleanse.” When he’s going around town, Galecki sometimes likes to hop on his vintage motorbike.
17 Kaley Cuoco, Range Rover
On the show, actress Kaley Cuoco is better known as Penny. Later on, her character’s name was modified to Penny Hofstadter after Penny and long-time love interest Leonard finally decided to tie the knot. Aside from “The Big Bang Theory,” Cuoco has also appeared on other television series, such as “Monster Allergy,” “Charmed,” “8 Simple Rules” and “Ladies Man.” She has also starred in several films, including “Burning Bodhi,” “The Wedding Ringer,” “Authors Anonymous,” “The Penthouse,” “Hop,” “The Last Ride” and “Handsome: A Netflix Mystery Movie.”
Sometimes, when she’s going around town, you can catch Cuoco behind the wheel of her Range Rover. And in case you’re interested to own one, the starting price for the 2019 Range Rover is $89,160.
16 Kaley Cuoco, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT
Aside from her Range Rover, Cuoco has also been spotted driving around in her sleek silver Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT. Unfortunately, the actress suffered a mishap with this $250,000 car just a week after she was first seen driving it. According to a 2014 report from Mail Online, Cuoco ended up going to a gas station in Los Angeles after a nail got stuck to one of her tires.
Today, the SLS AMG GT is no longer in production. However, there is a 2019 AMG GT C that can easily put a smile on your face. With a starting price of $158,850, this car sports a 4.0-liter AMG V8 Biturbo engine that can crank out 550 horses.
15 Kunal Nayyar, BMW i8
If you’ve been following Nayyar on social media, you would know that he is a pretty avid car collector. According to the website Celebrity XYZ, Nayyar’s favorite car is reportedly his black BMW i8. Well, considering that he has posted a photo of this car on Twitter, we’re thinking it’s a safe bet.
The i8 is a hybrid car that comes in both coupe and roadster body styles. The 2019 i8 Coupe comes with a cheaper starting price of $147,500. It features a 1.5-liter TwinPower Turbo 3-cylinder engine and an 11.6 kWh lithium-ion battery that can deliver as much as 369 horsepower. Moreover, this car can also go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.2 seconds.
14 Johnny Galecki, Chevrolet Suburban
Sometimes, actor Johnny Galecki needs to attend events around town, including award ceremonies. And for these occasions, you can catch him in his Chevrolet Suburban with a private chauffeur.
A Suburban is quite a practical choice for a vehicle since it can seat several people and has space for all of your stuff. And in case you’re wondering, the 2019 Suburban that is using the standard 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 engine can also tow as much as 8,300 pounds. Meanwhile, it has a rated fuel economy rating of 14 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon when traveling on the highway.
13 Johnny Galecki, Hyundai Sonata Sport
Aside from his Suburban and classic motorbike, Galecki is also said to own a Hyundai Sonata Sport. If you think about it, this makes a whole lot of sense since the actor had starred in a Hyundai commercial in the past. According to a press release, the 30-second game-day Super Bowl XLVIII spot was entitled “Nice” and here, Galecki was seen driving a 2014 Elantra. Moreover, the commercial also featured a cameo from legendary comedian Richard Lewis.
In case you’re interested, the 2019 Sonata Sport comes with a relatively affordable starting price of $24,800. Under its hood is a 2.4 engine that can deliver as much as 185 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 178 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm.
12 Melissa Rauch, Lexus 450 Hybrid
On the show, actress Melissa Rauch plays the role of Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz, a brilliant scientist who ends up marrying Howard Wolowitz. This SUV is perfect for anyone who wants a car that is both practical and luxurious at the same time.
Meanwhile, Rauch also says it’s one of the comfiest rides around. As she had written on Vroom Girls, “Comfort wise it is heaven. The seats are extremely supportive – cradling your lumbar like I wish all cars would. There are a ton of bumpy streets overrun with potholes in my neighborhood. I used to feel everyone. Just last week I was driving in my new car and said to my husband, “They finally repaved this street!” It took me a moment to realize the city had not taken care of the road at all, it was the smooth and cushioned ride that was protecting me from the bumps.”
11 Mayim Bialik, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Aside from her white Volvo, Bialik is also said to own a Mercedes-Benz E Class according to reports.
In case you’re interested, the 2019 E Class comes with a starting price of $53,500. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo base engine that can deliver as much as 241 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 273 pound-feet of torque at 1,300 to 4,000 rpm. It can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 6.2 seconds. Meanwhile, there is also a variant that features a 3.0-liter V6 bi-turbo engine that can crank out as much as 362 horses at 5,550 rpm and 369 pound-feet of torque at 1,800 to 4,500 rpm. This one can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5 seconds.
10 Kunal Nayyar, Ferrari 458
Perhaps, one of Nayyar’s biggest and most awesome splurge is his white Ferrari 458.
On IG, he posted a photo of his car saying, “Ever since I was a kid, my idea of success was a Ferrari. And when I was lucky enough to make a living doing the very thing that I love, I realized that I was afraid of having nice things because people would judge me. I waited a long time to get this car, and the only reason I didn't, was I thought people would think I was a show-off, or pretentious or whatever other words one can use to put you in a box. But now I know what a waste of time it is- to live life on other people's terms. So... Hello gorgeous, welcome to the family:)”
9 Mayim Bialik, Volvo Sedan
Aside from the Chevy Trailblazer, Bialik has also been seen going around town in a white Volvo sedan. Unfortunately, she was driving this very car when she got into a road incident back in 2012.
According to a report from TMZ, the incident occurred at the intersection on the corner of La Brea and Hollywood Boulevard. Bialik’s car was reportedly struck by a vehicle that was carrying tourists from Chile. Following the incident, Bialik’s car sustained major damage. As for Bialik, she wrote on her blog, “I will be okay. I have all my fingers but a very impaired right hand. It was very bloody and scary but I am ok.”
8 Mayim Bialik, Chevrolet Trailblazer
On the show, actress Mayim Bialik plays the role of Amy Farrah Fowler who had become Sheldon Cooper’s love interest and eventually, his wife. Over the years, Bialik has also been involved in a number of other television shows. These include “’Til Death,” “The Secret Life of the American Teenager,” “Lloyd in Space,” “Recess,” “Blossom,” “MacGyver,” “Molloy” and more. Perhaps, what many don’t realize is that Bialik also happens to be a real-life scientist. In fact, she has even earned a Ph.D. in neuroscience. Pretty cool, right?
Around town, Bialik can be seen being driven around in her Chevrolet Trailblazer. This large SUV is perfect since Bialik happens to have two young boys.
7 Brian Patrick Wade, Dodge Ram 3500 Longhorn
On the show, actor Brian Patrick Wade plays the role of Kurt, who is better known as Penny’s ex-boyfriend. According to records on the website IMDB, Wade has made a total of three appearances on the show over the years. If you could recall, the very first one was during the pilot episode way back in 2007.
When he’s not on the set, it seems Wade pretty much likes to go out and enjoy nature. In fact, on his IG, Wade has posted a photo of his Dodge Ram 3500 Longhorn truck and a boat already hitched to it. Further, he wrote, “Truck and boat washed, waxed, and ready for an EPIC trip to Lake Tahoe for the 4th of July with great friends!!!”
6 Kunal Nayyar, Chevrolet Suburban
Among “The Big Bang Theory” fans, actor Kunal Nayyar is better known as the shy and lovable Indian geek Rajesh Ramayan Koothrappali. On the screen, Rajesh may have the hardest time talking to the ladies. However, off-screen, Nayyar is happily married to Indian actress, model, and former beauty queen Neha Kapur.
Sometimes, when he needs to get around, Nayyar can opt to be chauffeur driven in his black Chevrolet Suburban. This is a large-size SUV that can be configured to seat seven to nine passengers. In case you’re interested, the 2019 model comes with a starting price of $50,800. Under its hood is a base 5.3-liter V8 EcoTec3 engine that can deliver as much as 355 horsepower.
5 Kunal Nayyar, Mercedes-Benz CL 550
When Nayyar and his wife need to get around on their own, they can also be seen driving a Mercedes-Benz CL 550.
Today, the CL 550 itself is no longer in production. However, there are CLA and CLS coupe models that you can certainly consider. The CLA class comes with a starting price of $33,100. Under its hood is a standard 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo engine that can deliver 208 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. On the other hand, the CLS class has a starting price of $69,200. Under the hood is a standard 3.0-liter inline-6 turbo engine with EQ boost. This can produce as much as 362 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
4 Kunal Nayyar, Porsche Cayenne
Aside from the BMW i8, Nayyar is also a proud owner of a Porsche Cayenne. In fact, Nayyar and his wife were spotted in this SUV as they drove off and left Bootsy Bellows in West Hollywood.
In case you’re interested, the Porsche Cayenne comes with a starting price of $65,700. Under its hood is a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine that can deliver as much as 335 horsepower at 5,300 to 6,400 rpm and 332 pound-feet of torque at 1,340 to 5,300 rpm. This SUV also has a top track speed of 152 miles per hour. Moreover, it can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.9 seconds.
3 Jim Parsons, Ford Mustang
Emmy award-winning actor Jim Parsons plays the quirky theoretical physicist, Dr. Sheldon Lee Cooper. Over the years, Parsons has also starred in various other television series and television movies. These include “Judging Amy,” “Taste,” “Blitt Happens,” “Ed” and “iCarly.” In addition, Parsons has also starred in a number of films including “Visions,” “Wish I Was Here,” “A Kid Like Jake,” “On the Road with Judas,” “School for Scoundrels,” “10 Items or Less,” “The Great New Wonderful,” “Heights” and most recently, “Extremely Wicked, Evil, and Vile.” Meanwhile, Parsons has also voiced his ‘Big Bang’ character for the spinoff “Young Sheldon.”
According to the YouTube channel Universal, Parsons is said to own a Ford Mustang.
2 Johnny Galecki, Tesla Roadster
Aside from his other vehicles, Galecki is also known to be a proud owner of a Tesla owner. In fact, he’s been spotted claiming the car from the valet at one point. According to Tesla, its Roadster is the “quickest car in the world, with record-setting acceleration, range, and performance.” According to the data, this car can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in a mere 1.9 seconds. Moreover, it can travel from 0 to ¼ mile in 8.8 seconds. Meanwhile, this car is also said to have a top speed of more than 250 miles per hour.
In case you’re interested in owning one, the base price you’re looking at for this electric, all-wheel drive roadster is $200,000. Meanwhile, the Founders Series variant is priced at $250,000. If you want to reserve for a Roadster, the base reservation fee is $50,000.
1 Kunal Nayyar, Maserati GranTurismo
Another one of Nayyar’s toys is a Maserati GranTurismo. This is a car that the actor that has been spotted driving around with a couple of times. Moreover, it also seems that Nayyar enjoys bringing this car to work. In one of his IG posts, Nayyar posted a photo during a table read. There, fans could clearly see a script, a Starbucks coffee, and his Maserati keys.
In case you’re interested, the latest GranTurismo comes with a 4.7-liter V8 90° petrol engine that can crank out as much as 460 horses at 7,500 rpm. Today, the variants available include the GranTurismo Sport and the GranTurismo MC.
Sources - Emmys, Instagram, Celebrity XYZ, Vroom Girls & TMZ