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Most cars on the used market don’t have much of a story behind them. Their history mostly consists of a series of simple financial transactions between parties. No famous names, no drama. It doesn’t make for exciting reading.
That’s why there is a definite buzz when it comes to vehicles that were previously owned by celebrities of the Hollywood variety. We’re talking about cars significantly driven and/or owned by (mostly) well-known television and movie personalities. If you are going to buy a 1981 Caprice Classic, wouldn’t you want it to have been driven by Alan Alda while he was making M.A.S.H.?
Star-powered cars provide that little something extra to the backstory of a vintage automobile. And that something extra usually translates to an increased total value in the asking price. Here are 15 vehicles once driven by famous people that were for sale at the time of publication.
15 Willie Robertson’s 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500 4×4 ($47,500)
If you’re a fan of Duck Dynasty, enjoy top-selling hunting videos, or just like over-priced pickup trucks, someone has a deal for you. Willie Robertson is putting out the call that he is parting ways with his 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4×4. “It even comes with a Robertson family autographed hat,” claims the classified listing.
14 Nicolas Cage’s 1962 Bentley S2 Continental Park Ward ($225,000)
This California-kept, S2 Continental Park Ward Convertible previously owned by Nicolas Cage is easily one of the nicest on the planet. The burgundy on tan left-hand drive dream machine is one of only 20 shipped to the United States that year. It has a lot of power goodies, too, like steering, windows, a power top, and crisp air conditioning.
13 Rusty Wallace’s 1933 Ford 3 Window Coupe ($74,995)
A ZZ Top concert inspired Rusty Wallace to make his own version of Billy Gibbons’ famed Ford 3 Window “Eliminator” Coupe and this is the result. Robert Yates Racing Engines supplied a fuel-injected 351 Ford SVO Engine with a Henry Dana chosen Ford C-6 transmission. This rocking car – stored in a climate-controlled environment – has never been driven in bad weather.
12 Richard Gere’s 1963 Corvette C2 Convertible ($55,000)
This is your chance to own Richard Gere’s 1963 Corvette C2 Convertible as seen in the film, Internal Affairs. It was Gere’s personal driver in the movie. After filming, an employee of the production company snatched it up and “pampered” the Stingray and its date correct 300 hp 327 engine ever since.
11 David Spade’s 1969 Dodge Hemi Daytona ($835,000)
Not only is this super-rare, 1969 Dodge Hemi Daytona one of eleven four-speeds left in the world, it also has the original motor, interior and body, and only 6,000 miles on the clock. It also features previous celebrity ownership by none other than Joe Dirt himself, actor and comedian David Spade. It’s also extremely expensive at $835,000.
10 Bob Hope’s 1948 Mercury Templeton Saturn (Call For Price)
Bob Hope made this car famous by regularly driving this one-of-a-kind 1948 Mercury Templeton Saturn around Hollywood. The bespoke-built combination of Chrysler, Mercury, Chevy, Dodge, and Pontiac parts is powered by a 239.4 cubic inch flathead V8 with a pair of 2-barrel Stromberg 94 carbs. This multiple award-winner also has an airplane-style cockpit.
9 Steve McQueen’s 1961 Cooper T56 (Call For Price)
At the end of 1961, actor Steve McQueen bought this Cooper right after it secured a European Formula Junior Championship. He later competed in the car, earning racing’s respect, but had to give up his dreams due to Hollywood’s legal department. One of 30 left, this race-ready restoration certainly has a story to tell.
8 Paul Walker’s 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (Auction)
Up for auction at Mecum Indy 2020 is a stunning Raven Black Mustang Boss 429 previously owned by actor Paul Walker. The 429-cubic inch V-8 was straight out of NASCAR and such a monster Kar Kraft had to squeeze it in there. Only 14,575 miles on the ticker. The interior looks as great as you would expect.
7 Chip Foose’s 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo ($85,000)
This 1970 Chevy Monte Carlo is famous on its own. “Monte Fuego” was featured in two episodes of Overhaulin’ and there’s a Johnny Lightning die-cast toy car of the damned thing. It does show 76,974 miles, but who cares when it sports a Vortech Supercharged ZZ4 small block chevy, Art Carr 200-4R overdrive transmission, and original Foose wheels.
6 David Letterman’s 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS (Call For Price)
TV legend David Letterman used to own this jaw-dropping 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS as part of his famous car collection. It’s a trophy winner complete with books and tools and banging Borrani wire wheels. Still cranking the original 3.3-liter V-12 with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Lovingly restored and Top Ten List worthy.
5 Dana Plato’s 1987 Winnebago ($45,000)
This one’s a little dark … For sale is a 37-foot, 1987 Winnebago previously owned by Diff’rent Strokes star Dana Plato. The troubled actress spent her final days in this camper, actually dying in the thing. It has 46,000 miles and at least one ghost. Plato’s estate says the camper hasn’t been touched since she died in 1999.
4 Scott Pruett’s 2018 Ford GT Heritage Edition (Inquire)
American racecar driver Scott Pruett didn’t spend much time behind the wheel of his red on black 2018 Ford GT Dan Gurney Heritage Edition. It only shows twelve miles on the odometer. He took his dad for a drive, that’s about it. The car is mint all around and ready to be picked up in sunny Scotts Valley, California.
3 Richard Pryor’s 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 Coupe ($12,900)
This is no joke. You can buy Richard Pryor’s 78,385-mile, 1981 280 Mercedes-Benz Coupe. It is black on black with a 2.8-liter inline-six. Much like Pryor at the time, it was fully loaded with power windows, power locks, automatic transmission, and a rear window defroster. The price includes with Pryor’s name on the vehicle registration.
2 Barry Williams’ 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS ($74,995)
You may remember The Brady Bunch, a TV show about a ridiculously large family. One of the show’s stars, Barry Williams (who played Greg), went Ferrari shopping and ended up with a black on black 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. The fuel-injected V8 with a manual transmission has only 28,578 original miles and is simply divine.
1 David Pearson’s 1968 Ford Torino NASCAR (Inquire)
NASCAR Hall of Famer David Pearson drove this epic 1968 Ford Torino during two different chapters of his life. First, he raced it for a season back in 1968. In 2000, he was reunited with his beloved ride through a fateful purchase and loving restoration. He eventually put it back on the market, but not before signing the dashboard.
Sources: Mecum, Cars On Line, DuPont Registry
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