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Lavish Cars Of Famous Athletes: Check Out How Much They Were Willing To Spend On Their Rides!

Neymar – Audi R8 GT Spyder, Estimated $246K

Professional soccer player Neymar is a current member of the Brazilian national team and the Paris Saint-Germain soccer club. He was able to drive many high-end vehicles in his life, and the one you see in the photos above is a white Audi R8 GT Spyder.

If you want to buy the car for yourself, you can expect to pay about $246K. Neymar is also a proud owner of a Porsche Panamera Turbo and a Maserati MC12. In 2020, he made headlines after sources confirmed that he contracted COVID-19. Neymar reportedly got the virus after vacationing in Ibiza with a couple of friends.

 Félix Hernández – Custom Range Rover, Estimated At Least $90K

Félix Hernández is a professional baseball player who used to be a member of the Seattle Mariners. He is a proud owner of a Range Rover, a famous car among athletes and celebrities. His is unique because he had it fully customized, and its bright red color would effortlessly catch your attention.

His nickname, King Félix, is written on the vehicle, and he has impressive custom-built 24” wheels. Its exact value is undisclosed, but it undoubtedly cost him at least $90K. Hernández signed with the Atlanta Braves in 2020, but he’s not taking part in the 2020 season due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Joe Johnson – Ford F-650, Estimated Over $200K

Joe Johnson is an NBA player who was a seven-time NBA All-Star. He was a former member of the Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, and the Utah Jazz. He loves customized vehicles, and his Ford F-650 would show you how much he likes unique designs.

The F-650 is worth at least $176K, but sources estimate that the value of the one he owns surpassed $200K because of the customizations. Its six doors and gold paint job are already enough for it to stand out on the road.  Since 2019, Johnson has played in the BIG3 league, and he and his team called the Triplets won one BIG3 Championship already.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 1948 Packard Convertible, Estimated $66K

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a renowned athlete recognized worldwide as one of the basketball legends. And what could be more suitable for a living legend than a sweet ride? That’s why we think Abdul-Jabbar’s 1948 Packard convertible is just right for him.

The unique antique Packard Super 8 Convertible from 1948 is a superb luxury vehicle. According to Abdul-Jabbar, the car sometimes makes him feel like he’s in a James Bond film. Decades after retiring, he is still revered in the basketball world—he was ranked Number three on ESPN’s NBA 75th Anniversary Team list in 2022.

Blake Griffin – GMC Yukon Denali, Estimated At Least $51K

Blake Griffin is an NBA player who initially played for the Los Angeles Clippers. Since 2018, he has been part of the Detroit Pistons. Whenever he wants to purchase a car, he has to opt for larger ones because of his height. Luckily, he found the perfect match, the GMC Yukon Denali SUV.

It can reach a horsepower of 420 because it features a 6.2-liter V8 engine. It even features Apple CarPlay and an eight-inch touch-screen display. The total sum he paid is undisclosed, but he indeed spent at least $51K. Griffin didn’t play much during the 2019-2020 season because of his left knee surgery.

Roy Halladay – Ford Hot Rod, Price Undisclosed

Vintage automobiles are rare these days, but Roy Halladay was among those who invested money in restoring one. He owns a Ford Hot Rod, and he gave a lot of people something to talk about when he drove it to one of his training sessions.

The vehicle got equipped with a modern engine and useful technology, but it still has its signature design. Halladay played baseball for the Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies, but unfortunately, he died in a plane crash in 2017. He posthumously made it into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019.

Russell Wilson – Mercedes Benz G-Class, Estimated $124.5K

Russell Wilson is best known for his career with the Seattle Seahawks. Those who aren’t fans of sports might also know who he is because he’s married to Ciara, a widely famous singer. He owns a Mercedes Benz G-Class, but he also made sure to buy a second one for his wife.

The G-Class costs at least $124.5K, and it has a 416 hp twin-turbo V8 engine.aeach for them. Wilson and Ciara have been happily married since 2016, and they welcomed their second baby together in 2020. The couple does business together a lot, and they became co-owners of the soccer club called Seattle Sounders FC in 2019.

Aaron Rodgers – 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, Estimated $30K

NFL player Aaron Rodgers has been a member of the Green Bay Packers since 2005. He won Super Bowl XLV with the team and got named as the Super Bowl MVP. Rodgers then received a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible as a price for becoming that season’s MVP.

Such automobile costs around $30K for the base model, but more advanced variants can shoot up to more than $60K. Rodgers must’ve learned a lot about driving in recent years because he dated racer, Danica Patrick. Unfortunately, the two called it quits in 2020 after two years of dating.

Alex Rodriguez – Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe, Estimated Over $500K

Alex Rodriguez already grew his bank account tremendously when he was still playing for the New York Yankees, but his wealth grew even more when he became a businessman and investor. One of the many pricey vehicles he owns is a  custom Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.

It’s reportedly worth more than $500K. Rodriguez drives with the top down at times, and that’s when the paparazzi quickly get to snap photos of him. Rodriguez is currently engaged to Jennifer Lopez, but their big day had to get delayed due to the ongoing pandemic.

Tom Brady – Audi R8, $165K

Tom Brady is a notable NFL player who had a fruitful career with the New England Patriots that lasted for nearly two decades. He won the Super Bowl six times with the team. All the prize money he got in his career allowed him to build a luxurious automobile collection.

One of his rides that would easily catch your attention is his Audi R8. Sources estimate it to be worth around $165K. Its 5.2-liter FSI V10 engine packs a punch and produces a horsepower of 532. Brady played his last game with the Patriots in 2019, and he’s now a member of Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Michael Jordan – Corvette ZR1 40th Anniversary Edition, Estimated Less Than $70K

Michael Jordan is an iconic basketball player who had a great run with the Chicago Bulls. He won the NBA Championship six times with them and got named the NBA Finals MVP during all those wins. Like many professional basketball players, he spent a massive chunk of his salary on unique rides.

The vehicle above is his Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 40th Anniversary Edition, worth less than $70K in the ’90s. It features an aluminum block V8engine that produces a horsepower of 375. In 2020, Jordan confirmed that he would field a new NASCAR team with Denny Hamlin.

Darren McFadden – Bentley Continental GT, Estimated $203K

Darren McFadden first played in the NFL with the Oakland Raiders, and then he later had a two-year run with the Dallas Cowboys. He didn’t hesitate to treat himself with the massive salary he had, and photographed above is one of his rides: a Bentley Continental GT.

The exact price McFadden paid is undisclosed, but sources estimate that it set him back at least $203K. It’s not the only expensive vehicle he owns, for he also has a $100K-worth Buick Centurion. You guys won’t see McFadden on the field anymore because he officially retired from football in 2017.

Mario Balotelli – Ferrari 458 Spider, Estimated $260K

Mario Balotelli is a wealthy soccer player who’s part of the national team of Italy. He loves investing in high-end vehicles, and one of his favorites is the Ferrari 458 Spider. The Spider is a $260K-worth automobile, and he reportedly has two of them.

Whenever he gets tired of driving them, he can opt to use his other lavish rides like his Bentley Continental GT and Audi R8. Balotelli won’t have any problem purchasing more vehicles since he has an annual salary of $7 million. Brescia was the last club he was part of, but he’s a free agent as of today.

Cristiano Ronaldo – Bugatti La Voiture Noire, Estimated $18 Million

Cristiano Ronaldo is among the biggest names in the soccer scene, and his net worth today is at a jaw-dropping $500 million. People always knew him for buying many upscale things in life, but it looks like he broke records in 2020 when he purchased the world’s most expensive vehicle.

It’s the Bugatti La Voiture Noire, and reports say it’s worth around $18 million. It will take only 2.4 seconds for this Bugatti to reach 60 km, and it can achieve a top speed of 380 kph. Ronaldo currently plays for the Juventus soccer club and the national team of Portugal.

Lionel Messi – Ferrari F430 Spider, Estimated $188K

Another massive soccer star on this list is Lionel Messi. He’s a current member of Argentina’s national team and the Barcelona soccer club. Messi has been making money consistently for over a decade, so it’s not a surprise that he can buy luxury vehicles like a Ferrari F430 Spider with no hesitation.

He never publicly disclosed how much he purchased it for, but the Spider’s retail price starts at about $188K. Messi is making $92 million annually, so that kind of sum is nothing to him. In 2020, he became the first soccer player who won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award.

Conor McGregor  – BMW I8, Estimated $150K

Conor McGregor achieved a lot in his mixed martial arts career. He’s best known for winning the lightweight and featherweight championships in the UFC. The vehicle you see above is his eco-friendly BMW I8. It’s a hybrid automobile that features a 37-km full electric range.

Its value is somewhere around $150K, and that kind of sum is nothing to him since he made millions in his career. You guys won’t be seeing much of McGregor anymore because he announced in 2020 that he’s not going to fight anymore. His final fight was against Donald Cerrone.

Jenson Button – Honda NSX Type R, Estimated $140K

Jenson Button used to be a Formula One racer, and he notably won the F1 World Championship in 2009. He’s used to driving fast, so it’s only right that he owns fast vehicles in real life. Among his most unique rides is his Honda NSX Type R.

Sources estimate that it’s worth around $140K. It takes approximately 3.1 seconds for the car to go from 0 to 60 mph. Button’s Formula One career ended already, but he competed in the Super GT Series in recent years. He was able to win during the 2018 Autobacs Super GT Series.

Patrick Mahomes – Infiniti Q50, Estimated $50K

Patrick Mahomes is a 25-year-old football player who has already achieved a lot despite only playing in the NFL for three years so far. Mahomes won Super Bowl LIV with the Kansas City Chiefs and was the recipient of the MVP award. In case you didn’t know, he’s an endorser of the McGavock Auto Group.

He reportedly received an Infinity Q50 that’s worth around $50K. At the rate he’s going, we won’t be surprised if he has a luxury automobile collection in the future. Mahomes is currently engaged to Brittany Matthews, and they’re expecting a daughter together.

Joe Haden – Lamborghini Aventador, Estimated $399K

Joe Haden has been playing football for the Pittsburgh Steelers since 2017. He was previously part of the Cleveland Browns from 2010 until 2016. A significant portion of his fortune in the bank gets spent on luxury vehicles, one of which is the Lamborghini Aventador above. 

Haden didn’t give the exact price he purchased it for, but he must’ve shelled out at least $399K. It’s not the only eye-catching ride in his garage, for he also has a Rolls-Royce Ghost and a Rolls-Royce Wraith. In 2020, Haden got selected for the annual Pro Bowl for the fourth time in his career.

Neymar – Audi R8 GT Spyder, Estimated $246K

Professional soccer player Neymar is a current member of the Brazilian national team and the Paris Saint-Germain soccer club. He was able to drive many high-end vehicles in his life, and the one you see in the photos above is a white Audi R8 GT Spyder.

If you want to buy the car for yourself, you can expect to pay about $246K. Neymar is also a proud owner of a Porsche Panamera Turbo and a Maserati MC12. In 2020, he made headlines after sources confirmed that he contracted COVID-19. Neymar reportedly got the virus after vacationing in Ibiza with a couple of friends.

Tiger Woods – Porsche Carrera GT, Estimated $448K

Tiger Woods is a big name in the golf industry. He went through some severe scandals at one point, but he didn’t get involved in anything that would leave him broke. Woods doesn’t mind spending a ton of cash on a vehicle, and one of his big purchases was a Porsche Carrera GT.

This kind of Porsche has a value of $448K. It’s undeniably powerful, but because he thought he could quickly get into an accident, so he returned it to his dealer. Woods continues to achieve more milestones in his career, and he even received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019.

Michael Schumacher – Ferrari FXX, Estimated $2.67 Million

Michael Schumacher used to be a name to beat in the world of Formula One racing. Most of his career got spent racing for Ferrari, and the company rewarded him for his successes. One of the automobiles he received as a gift was a Ferrari FXX.

It produces an rpm of 85000 because of its 6.3L V12 engine. In 2013, Schumacher decided to sell his FXX, and its asking price was around $2.67 million. He had a major skiing accident in 2013 that left him in a coma for several months. Rumors say he’s supposed to get stem cell surgery, but it’s unclear when he’ll do it.

Sergio Ramos –Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, Estimated $218K

Sergio Ramos is a professional soccer player who has been competing for the national team of Spain since 2005. He’s also part of the soccer club, Real Madri. His massive salary makes buying luxurious automobiles a piece of cake for him.

One of his cool rides is his Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG that has an estimated value of $218K. It features a 4.0-liter V8 bi-turbo engine that allows it to reach a top speed of 149 mph. Ramos has an upcoming Amazon Prime documentary titled La Leyenda Sergio Ramos that will get released in 2021.

Dirk Nowitzki – Audi R8, Estimated $170K

Basketball player Dirk Nowitzki was a member of the Dallas Mavericks for more than two decades. He’s a one-time NBA Champion and Finals MVP. Among the automobiles he bought using his paychecks was an Audi R8. Acquiring one would set you back at least $170K.

It’s able to reach a horsepower of 420, all thanks to his powerful 4.2-L V8 engine. Nowitzki has a lot of free time to drive these days because he officially retired from his NBA career in 2019. He received the Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020.

Roger Federer – Mercedes Benz SL, Estimated $91K

Roger Federer is among the top male tennis players in the world today. He had a total of 20 Grand Slam wins already in the singles division. Federer has been an endorser of BMW over the years, and a ride he got spotted driving was their Mercedes Benz SL.

The SL has a starting price of $91K. It’s a stylish vehicle, and it can achieve incredible speeds with its 3498 CC engine. Federer continues to be an active tennis player, but he’s currently prioritizing his health and taking the 2020 season off. He will wait to recover from his knee surgery fully and will make a comeback in 2021.

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