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Back in the days, the path to celebrity status was a very steep one, but that’s not the case anymore. With celebrities emerging faster than you can think, it’s almost impossible to keep track of them.
That aside, there are three types of celebrity cars. Firstly, the ones owned by celebrities, secondly, the ones that are famous for the roles they played in movies and racing events, finally, the unique and exclusive ones.
Celebrities have always been known to get the fanciest thing in the market in other to flaunt their taste and wealth. More than half the time, they end up auctioning these vehicles for a fortune, all thanks to their celebrity status. Other times, their cars sell so cheaply, that we end up feeling sorry for them.
The second and third types of celebrity cars tend to maintain their value longer than those owned by celebrities, so they end up fetching a higher price at auctions.
Take a look at some celebrity cars that sold for a fortune and some that didn’t.
15 Sold For A Fortune: Justin Bieber’s 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia – $434,500
We begin with Justin Bieber’s 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia that was sold at a Barrett Jackson’s auction for $434,500. The auction offered Bielibers an opportunity to grab their idol’s Ferrari that’d been customized to Bieber’s specific taste by West Coast Customs. The custom widebody blue Ferrari is one keepsake no fan of Bieber should miss.
14 Sold For A Fortune: Clark Gable’s 1995 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing – $2,035,000
Before Clark Gable died in 1960, the actor had purchased the 1995 300SL Gullwing for just $7,295. After his death, the car was passed on to a new owner who had it restored completely to a perfect representation of its performance in the past. The car was sold in an auction in 2013 for a well-deserved cost of $2,035,000.
13 Sold For A Fortune: Carroll Shelby’s Supercharged Super Snake – $5,500,000
Carroll Shelby’s Super Snake is another celebrity ride that raked in millions of dollars when it was auctioned. Shelby’s Super Snake carries two superchargers that pump out a collective 800 HP. Only two Super Snakes were ever built and the performance they delivered was nothing short of breathtaking.
12 Sold For A Fortune: John Lennon’s Rolls-Royce Phantom V – $2,299,000
When it came to, uh painting the Rolls-Royce Phantom V, John Lennon had help from a gypsy. The former Beetle singer bought the car in 1966. The auction of Lennon’s Phantom had held the record for the most expensive cars sold at auctions. The Rolls-Royce Phantom now sits in the Royal BC Museum.
11 Sold For A Fortune: Steven Tyler’s 2012 Hennessey Venom GT Spyder – $800,000
Hennessey had touched this Venom GT with its custom hands of gold. But Steven Tyler didn’t just part with his Venom for $800,000, he included an autographed guitar and a free vacation in his home in Hawaii to whoever would by the car. In the end, the auction of the Hennessey Venom literally turned into a giveaway for the lucky buyer.
10 Sold For A Fortune: Steve McQueen’s 1968 Ford GT40 – $11,000,000
If you’re a big fan of Le Mans like we are, then you’d recognize this Ford GT40 that Steve McQueen used in the 24 Hours Le Mans. The car had won four straight victories. This car was specifically used in the filming of the 1971 movie Le Mans. Steven McQueen had this car auctioned in 2012 for a record-setting $11,000,000.
9 Sold For A Fortune: Andy Warhol’s 1955 Ferrari 857 Sport – $6,300,000
This 1955 Ferrari 857 Sport now owned by Andy Warhol had been used by the illustrious racer and car builder Carroll Shelby. Ferrari only built four units of this car and Andy Warhol was lucky enough to pay a breathtaking $6.3 million to own one of these rare gems of the track.
8 Sold For A Fortune: Rick Champagne’s 1955 Lincoln Futura Batmobile – 4.6 Million
George Barris, the creator and customizer of the Batmobile, parted way with the iconic vehicle for the sum of $4.6 million. The Futura Batmobile was the only car produced for the movie Batman. Barris had been known to decline offers to sell the car, but he decided it was time for more people to enjoy its sight. Rick Champagne is the lucky owner of this blacked-out beauty.
7 Sold For A Fortune: Elvis Presley’s 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman – $750,000
We’re certain that almost everyone would want to own a car that served as the daily driver for the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Presley’s Pullman follows the lineage of a very successful Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman brand and was auctioned for $750,000. A worthy price for a car the King rode in.
6 Sold For A Fortune: Steve McQueen’s 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 – $10,175,000
Once again, the McQueen effect was felt once again in the auction where this impressive Ferrari was auctioned for a mind-blowing $10,175,000. Excepting the 1964 Ferrari 275 GTB/C Speciale, this Ferrari was the most expensive vehicle that sold on the auction. Now you know how special this lovely ride is.
5 Sold For A Fortune: Smokey And The Bandit’s 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM – $550,000
This isn’t the 1978 Pontiac Firebird customized by Burt Reynolds to resemble the one he drove in the movie, Smokey and the Bandit. This is the real deal, and it only survived the stunts because it was car Universal used in promoting the movie. Now you know why a ’78 Firebird would sell for $550,000.
4 Sold For A Fortune: James Bond 1964 Aston Martin DB5 – $6,400,000
This smooth DB5 was built for a James Bond movie and carried all the fancy gadgets that all Bond films are known for. Only three examples were built and this one sold for a fortune to an unknown collector, at least he gets to witness all the beauty of a 1964 Aston Martin first hand.
3 Sold Cheap: James Gandolfini 1972 Oldsmobile 442 – $60,500
This lovely muscle car, The 1972 Oldsmobile convertible was sold for just $60,500. To us, this vehicle sold for a remarkably low price, why? Maybe because James Gandolfini played Tony Soprano and many people don’t like crime movies? We don’t know, but at least one of his fans should’ve stepped up and claimed this sweet classy ride with good money.
2 Sold Cheap: Jay Kay’s 1976 Rolls-Royce – $63,390
It’s obvious that this car needs the Steven McQueen effect because it sold remarkably cheaply. Yes, this lonely looking 1976 Rolls-Royce was sold for just $63,920. A poor price considering that Jay is a great singer, and we were hoping that someone who truly cared for him would’ve paid more for the car.
1 Sold Cheap: Rowan Atkinson’s 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E – $56,793
Mr. Bean uh, Rowan Atkinson didn’t want this 1993 Mercedes 500E anymore. So he decided to auction the car. The car carries power windows, cruise control, power rear sunshade, and refurbished interiors. Just in case you were wondering, Rowan Atkinson has more than four Mercedes-Benz 500E’s, and he’s also in the habit of selling them.
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