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As a celebrity, it’s important to have a nice ride. Preferably one that shows off your class and sophistication, as well as your deep pockets. To get an idea of the most popular celebrity cars, check out this top 10 list of the cars the most famous celebs want to be seen in.
1. Rolls-Royce Phantom
Shaquille O’Neal, Missy Elliott, David Beckham, Jay-Z, AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, Rowan Atkinson, 50 Cent — we’ve lost count of the number of celebs that drive this English masterpiece. Manufactured at the Goodwood plant in southern England, the Rolls-Royce Phantom is the ultimate full-size luxury car and comes complete with a range of luxurious amenities, including a refrigerator, a heated wood and leather steering wheel, and a 26-speaker sound system. Want something that isn’t included in the standard model? No problem. The engineers at Goodwood can add on just about any desired customization (well, at a cost of course).
2. Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 has to be one of the most wanted cars, by both celebrities and the general public. Famously driven by David Duchovny’s character Hank Moody on Californication, this German beauty was introduced back in 1963. The current model, designated the Porsche 991, boasts a Turbo S variety that can accelerate from 0 km/h to 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds. We have no doubt that celebs will have no trouble outrunning the obnoxious paparazzi.
3. Maybach 57
Famously driven by superstar Samuel L. Jackson, sales of this luxury brand car were never as high as the manufacturer, Daimler, expected. Subsequently, production of the car was halted in 2013 as sales figures declined. But don’t worry, there is a bright side: With no shortage of celebrity fans of the Maybach 57 and a limited supply due to halted production, this beauty could eventually end up being categorized as a classic, meaning any celebrity car collector with some cash will be looking to purchase one.
4. Bugatti Veyron
This car is as fast as it is sleek. The Street Sport version can reportedly achieve speeds of 253.81 mph, so it is ideal for celebs trying to get to their latest premiere on time. Famously driven by music mogul Simon Cowell, this ride says speed, comfort, and style.
5. Bentley Continental GT
Ideal for celebs who need a ride that is sleek and sophisticated but is still spacious enough to fit their numerous Harrods’ bags, this car is popular among serial shoppers like Nicole Richie, Cindy Crawford, and Paris Hilton.
6. Ferrari 458 Italia
The Ferrari has long been associated around the world with excellence, speed, and sophistication. Justin Bieber and Kim Kardashian are both reportedly owners of this sublime piece of Italian machinery. A 4.5L V8 engine powers this edgy sports car, which is capable of reaching a theoretical top speed of 202 mph.
7. Aston Martin Vanquish
Cool, elegant, and seductive, it only makes sense that this former official Bond car is now driven by a former James Bond actor. Owned by Pierce Brosnan, the current version of the Vanquish boasts a V12 engine offering a power output of 565 bhp, making it as speedy as it is luxurious.
8. Lamborghini Gallardo
The effusive host of the tremendously popular MTV show “Pimp My Ride” for three years, rap star Xzibit, knows his cars. It’s no surprise than that he picked the Lamborghini Gallardo as his own personal ride. This Italian supercar truly has it all: an edgy look, state-of-the-art acceleration technology, and an air of sophistication.
9. Toyota Prius
Though it’s just a regular family hatchback manufactured by one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world, it turns out the Toyota Prius has major celebrity appeal. Leonardo DiCaprio, Ryan Gosling, Julia Roberts, America Ferrera, Kirsten Dunst, and Brian Griffin (the liberal dog from “Family Guy”) have all been seen in a Prius. So, what’s the big appeal? Well, the Prius is a hybrid, meaning it doesn’t pollute the air as much as the stereotypical sports car, and all of these celebs are environmentally conscious.
10. Mercedes S-Class
The Mercedes is all about elegance, class, and sophistication. Sex and the City fans will recognize this model Mercedes as Mr. Big’s private limo in the scene shot all over New York City. And it’s no surprise than that Bollywood superstar and former Miss World Priyanka Chopra has been spotted in the Mercedes S-Class. Rumor has it that fellow Indian actress Kareena Kapoor also likes to drive around the film studios of Mumbai in her Merc.
