The mega Friends star has come a long way since his days riding around in a 1980s Nissan pickup truck. LeBlanc recalls creating havoc in the front lawn of an ex-girlfriend with the truck. Oh, the younger days! According to an interview with Men’s Journal, LeBlanc has upgraded his car collection quite nicely since his days with the Nissan and 1978 Chevrolet Blazer; “I have six Porsches that I kind of rotate through, a Mercedes, and a big dually truck. You know what I'm going to buy next? One of those new Ford Focus RS's. All-wheel-drive, 350 horsepower, turbo four. Sounds fun.”

Updated March 2022: If you're a fan of actor and former Top Gear host Matt LeBlanc, you'll be happy to know that we've updated this article with more facts about his car collection and some of the quotes he's made about his cars.

His personal tastes have definitely changed from the cars he owns to the cars that he wants and doesn’t want. As they say, knowledge is power! A surprising fact is LeBlanc’s heavy background when it comes to both cars and bikes. Did you know he created a dirt bike engine? He also has experience in race car driving! Prepared to be wowed as we take a look at some of the more unique rides hiding away in the garage of Matt LeBlanc, as well as some cars the former Top Gear host wouldn't touch.

17 DeTomaso Pantera

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We all have different spending habits. Who can recall their first big pay check? Some put a down deposit on a home while it isn’t uncommon for others to purchase a vehicle. We’ve seen this a number of times in the past with the likes of WWE Superstar John Cena or even Shaquille O’Neal. Matt LeBlanc is no different. Following a massive pay day from Friends he decided to make a big purchase on a rare vehicle, the De Tomaso Pantera.

The car has a brief history dating back to the 1970s. Production ended in 1992 with under 7,500 units created. Matt tells Car and Driver the car was a pricey investment due to various restorations; “I bought a Pantera. It was a labor of love eventually. I ended up spending a lot of money on that thing. My third motor was a 420 Windsor block that made about 600 horsepower.”

16 Porsche Carrera 4 GTS

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LeBlanc calls this ride among his daily drivers, the 2012 Porsche Carrera 4 GTS. The ride isn’t the most affordable however selling for about $96,500 as of this time. A bit dear for most, but that only chump change for LeBlanc.

Matt did his homework on the ride as it’s an all-wheel drive – a rarity for Porsche at the time of the car’s release. The model also has a top speed of 188 mph along with 0-60 mph in 4 seconds according to Road and Track. A speedy and durable car, Matt made the right decision with this Porsche as his everyday driver.

Related: The Worst Thing Jeremy Clarkson Said About Matt LeBlanc

15 Ferrari 360 Modena

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His character on Friends was a true Italian. In real-life, LeBlanc also has Italian roots in his family heritage. Matt’s father Paul is of French-Canadian decent while his mother has an Italian background. That said, it shouldn’t be too surprising that Matt spends top dollar on the best Italian car company, Ferrari.

He bought a couple of Ferrari rides in the past. The most notable is the 360 Modena. According to Car Keys LeBlanc kept the ride for more than a decade. However, like so many other celebrities Matt kept the car in great condition with only 9,000 miles in 12 years!

14 Porsche 911 Turbo S

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Just imagine a Porsche 911 Turbo S as your daily driver? Does that seem like a life you’d want to live? Most out there probably screamed out with a confident yes! That’s the reality for LeBlanc who uses this ride among his daily drivers.

He explains to Car and Driver that the 911 Turbo S is among the rides he uses on a daily basis when he’s back from the UK (in the UK he gets driven around in an S-Class); “My daily driver is between a 2012 ML63 and a 2014 911 Turbo S, or I have a 2012 Carrera 4 GTS that’s great, stick shift, silver over black.”

13 1984 Nissan Pickup

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He doesn’t have the car any longer however back in the mid-80s Matt’s first car was a 1984 pickup. LeBlanc recalls the purchase with Car and Driver; “It was in 1985 and it was a 1984 Nissan pickup truck. It was brand new and my dad gave it to me. I was, on the one hand, excited but, on the other, disappointed because I wanted something that needed some work done. I wanted that hands-on experience.”

Although he enjoyed the car and taking a motor elective course in high school, Matt wanted more of a challenge. Given the car needed no restoration he would flip it for one that did. Which car you ask? Scroll to the next entry.

12 1978 Chevrolet Blazer

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He wanted a car to restore so the second ride was a 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. Although it was an admirable decision LeBlanc admits it was a lot of work as the Blazer needed lots of restoration.

He explains the modifications to Car and Driver; “I changed the cam in it—a little higher lift and a little longer duration, but not too crazy because I wanted it to idle. It was a great car. I did everything myself. Did the body work and painted it in school. I went to a tech school and was a carpentry major.”

Related: Matt LeBlanc Vs Chris Harris: Who Has The Coolest Cars

11 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

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For those that are fans of the Friends series you might remember Joey and the episode where he dressed up in full Porsche gear. He pretended to own a Porsche car. The irony is that he’s owned six different Porsches at once. He admits to Men’s Journal that his wildest ride currently sitting in his garage is the ultra-fast 911 GT2 RS; “A 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS — 620 horsepower, manual transmission, rear-wheel drive. It'll bite you. Makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up.”

For those interested, these don't come cheap. These now go for over $400,000. Back when Joey purchased the ride it had a starting price of $245,000. LeBlanc admits it’s worth every penny.

10 Ferrari 458 Italia

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If you thought the mileage on the Modena was low wait until you hear the mileage on his 458 Italia. According to Car Keys the vehicle had only 600 miles put on it in the first two years after purchase. A couple of reasons, for one Matt is no fool to maintaining a car’s value. Basically the less miles the better especially for resale value.

In addition, he’s a busy man. Not only was he shooting with Top Gear and going around the world but he’s also spending most of his time over in the UK these days. So the car just might be sitting in his garage which is an absolute crime. With a top speed of 210 mph and a 0-60 mph run in under 3 seconds the car needs to be driven!

9 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG

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Matt’s number of SUV types isn’t exactly comparable to the number of Porsches that he currently owns. However, his every day driver is the Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG. When comparing luxury, comfort and well, speed, this is the perfect car for the Friends star. According to Car Keys the model has no shortage of speed capabilities with a 518 hp twin-turbo V8 engine.

Despite the size of the car it has remarkable acceleration potential, being able to hit 60 mph in less than 5 seconds. LeBlanc definitely did his homework on this ride. The high-performer doesn’t come cheap however with a worth of nearly $100,000.

Related: The Real Reason Jeremy Clarkson Left Top Gear

8 Fiat X1/9

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Designed by the famous Gruppo Bertone, the Fiat X1/9 is another rare vehicle previously owned by Matt LeBlanc. The revamped Bertone version had a production of under 20,000 units. The car got great reviews and according to Car Keys it was among the best-selling affordable mid-engine production cars back in the 80s.

This is definitely a car you don’t see a celebrity driving every day, as It's something the average Joe could purchase. It just goes to show that LeBlanc has an appreciation for all cars. Many were also surprised when he was brought on as the host of Top Gear but he has shown full value since getting the gig.

7 Ducati 1299 Superleggera

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Back in 2017 LeBlanc took his passion for riding and put it on full display for the Top Gear cameras. During the episode his ride of choice was the Ducati 1299 Superleggera – a ride that’s no slouch when it comes to speed capabilities. The real kicker of this ride is the light weight, making it that much quicker.

It’s not a cheap ride however with a price tag of $80,000. For those that are interested in watching LeBlanc and his experience with the ride you won’t be disappointed as he takes on Chris Harris’ Bugatti Chiron in the episode.

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6 Aprilia 50cc Scooter

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Not only did he purchase a scooter (why wouldn’t he, he’s Italian!) but LeBlanc calls his restoration on the Aprilia among his very best.

He remembers building an engine for the ride - one of his proudest moments; “I've rebuilt a few engines. Mostly bikes. One time I had a little Aprilia 50cc scooter and I ordered a 70cc big bore kit to swap in, and timed myself how fast I could do it. I think I did it in a couple of hours — changed the head, the piston, the cylinder, and the black box. That was fun.”

5 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera

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It isn’t just about modern day Porsche types. LeBlanc also has a slew of classics including a 1988 911 Carrera and 1987 911 Turbo (aka 930). Once again the most remarkable parts of these rides is how he managed to keep them in mint condition through the years.

He explains to Car and Driver; “I had a 964. An RS America. Without spending a lot of money on a 964, I don’t like the way they turn in. That’s what Singer starts with—a 964. It’s a good car if you spend a lot of money (to modify it), but I wanted to keep it bone stock. That RS America was a marketing scam: There’s nothing RS about that car. But I have an ’88 Carrera and an ’87 930 that’s mint. Only 10,000 miles and (it's) black over cashmere.”

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4 D6M XL Bulldozer

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As if LeBlanc’s love for cars wasn’t surprising enough how about the fact that he bought a darn Bulldozer?! Now he won’t be using this ride as an every day driver, instead we can find LeBlanc using the massive machine out on his California ranch.

According to Car Keys he initially bought the bulldozer in order to create a motocross track. He loves dirt bikes, so this really shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. It definitely isn’t a cheap investment with similar models selling at over $40,000. Nonetheless, much respect goes to LeBlanc for his do-it-yourself mentality.

3 Wouldn’t Touch: Reliant Rialto

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For those that are familiar with this model, you’re likely cringing just by reading the car’s name. The Rialto’s legacy isn’t a good one and it’s considered the very worst vehicle to come out of the 1980s. Created with three wheels, the intent of the ride was to create something cheap with high fuel economy. That’s admirable, but the vehicle certainly was not. Reviewers typically complained about the car's terrible handling.

Turns out Matt feels the same way, according to his interview with Men’s Journal he ranks the vehicle among the very worst he’s ever driven; “I just had to drive a Reliant Rialto. It's a British three-wheeler. Absolute piece of [garbage]. Terrible car. Flips over in roundabouts.”

2 Wouldn’t Touch: Porsche 914

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“I'm not a fan of the 914, though I know there are some die-hard fans out there. I'll get letters about that. To me a Porsche needs to be a 911. That's just the way I am.” Again LeBlanc is skeptical when it comes to Porsche models that aren’t the 911.

1 Wouldn’t Touch: Porsche 924

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No matter what the car company, every brand has that lemon they want us to forget about. Although Matt loves Porsche he does describe the 924 as a model he would never purchase. He explains to Men’s Journal; “It was designed to be a budget Porsche, and that's what it is. To me a Porsche needs to be a 911. That's just the way I am.”

Matt definitely has a point. According to Cars Guide models can be found for dirt cheap – under $10,000.