We gearheads all dream of owning a collection of our favorite cars, but some of our famous enthusiast role models get to live that dream. The famous person may be an actor, singer, YouTube celebrity, or someone who gets to work with cars daily – who then owns some of our dream cars.
While there are famous gearheads like Jeremy Clarkson and Chris Harris who drive cars for a living in addition to owning whichever vehicles they want, other famous people who are also enthusiasts work in completely different fields. Eric Bana and Rowan Atkinson are famous actors who have starred in some of the greatest movies and television shows ever made, yet they each have incredible car histories and collections. Even Gordon Ramsay – most famous for his cuisine-based shows – has a list of cars that even Jay Leno would be impressed by.
These celebrities may be wealthy and famous, but even they had dream cars they wished to own for the longest time. Here are ten famous gearheads and the coolest cars they own.
10/10 Jeremy Clarkson – Mercedes-Benz CLK Black Series
Jeremy Clarkson is probably the most famous motoring journalist ever – due to his long stint on the BBC’s Top Gear, alongside James May and Richard Hammond. Over the years, he had some great cars including a Lamborghini Gallardo Performante, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Probably his most well-known car was the Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series – a car he tested on Top Gear and then immediately ordered. He drove it for a long time, before eventually selling it as he wanted something with a softer suspension. Of all the Black Series AMGs, the CLK is near the top.
9/10 Chris Harris—BMW M5 CS
From ex-Top Gear host to current one, Chris Harris is the best presenter of the current lot and is a proper gearhead. In his collection is an original E28 BMW M5, as well as a Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 Cosworth and an R129 SL500.
His most recent purchase was a BMW M5 CS – a car that he praised for its engineering, driving dynamics, and ability to embarrass supercars. It is a brilliant choice, and we hope he enjoys what is probably the best sports sedan ever made.
8/10 Mat Watson—Porsche 911 996
Mat Watson is a British motoring journalist best known for his reviews on the CarWow YouTube channel. He often flies all over Europe and the US to do car reviews and is currently one of the highest-rated automotive journalists.
He usually has long-term test cars that he uses to get around, but now and then he indulges his audience with some of his personal cars – one of which is a Porsche 911 996. It is a brilliant car that he has owned now for a while, often making videos on what could replace it if the time came.
7/10 Doug DeMuro – Audi RS2
Doug DeMuro is not a traditional motoring journalist, but has gained himself a massive following due to his YouTube channel where he reviews all the cool features and weird quirks of cars. To date, he has reviewed everything from a Fiat 500 to a Bugatti Chiron.
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DeMuro owns quite a few cool cars, including a 2005 Ford GT that he bought to celebrate his success. Another awesome car he has is an Audi RS2 Avant that regularly features on his channel – usually parked in his garage when talking about automotive economics or cars he wants to review.
6/10 Richard Rawlings – Ford Mustang GT350 Custom
Richard Rawlings is a Texan businessman who became famous for his Discovery Channel show, Fast N’ Loud – where he and his mechanics restored and modified classic cars. Rawlings also ventured into the restaurant business and owns a brewery where he makes Gas Monkey Beer.
Rawlings had many cars in his collection, but recently sold most of them to purchase some higher-end classic exotics. One car he still owns is the modified Ford Mustang GT350 used in the 1999 film, The Thomas Crown Affair. The GT350 features lifted suspension and welded doors, giving it a rugged look.
5/10 Tim Burton aka ‘Shmee150’ – McLaren Senna
Tim Burton – not the famous director – also known as Shmee150 on YouTube, has an extensive car collection that he regularly updates with new and classic cars. He recently took possession of a brand-new Lotus Emira sports car and has imported his Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 to the UK.
His most famous purchase is the blue McLaren Senna that he got on Christmas Day 2018. In the years since, he has driven it around the Nürburgring and had an accident on the highway. In his most showy-off event, he took the Senna to go pick up his Suzuki Jimny from the dealership.
4/10 Jay Leno- McLaren F1
Jay Leno is probably the biggest motoring enthusiast in the US, personally owning a collection that spans more than 150 vehicles. He exhibits them to the world on his YouTube channel and often has celebrity guests who share his interests in cars and motorcycles.
One of his greatest purchases was the ultra special 1994 McLaren F1. His one is finished in black with a red accent stripe down the side – the only one with that specific spec. According to Leno, the McLaren F1 is the greatest car ever made.
3/10 Eric Bana – For Falcon XB GT
Eric Bana is a great Australian actor who starred in movies such as The Incredible Hulk, Black Hawk Down, and the 2009 version of Star Trek. He is an avid gearhead and a professional racing driver, partaking in Australian championships and racing series.
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His favorite car is the Ford Falcon XB GT that he bought before he even had a license. He drove the car to every acting job he had in Australia and when he became famous, he converted the Falcon into a race car. He made a documentary called Love The Beast centered around his story with the Falcon.
2/10 Gorbon Ramsay-LaFerrari Aperta
Gordon Ramsay, known for his various television shows and constant swearing, is one of the most famous chefs on the planet. Outside the culinary world, he is a great family man and an avid collector of Ferraris.
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His most prized Prancing Horse model is undoubtedly the LaFerrari Aperta. Having owned many Ferrari models, he was allowed to get a LaFerrari and when the Aperta was announced, Ferrari asked if he wanted one.
1/10 Rowan Atkinson – Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Rowan Atkinson – also known for his most famous role, Mr. Bean – is an amazing actor and is great in non-verbal comedy. He is also a major gearhead who went amateur racing and has owned some awesome cars – including a McLaren F1, which he crashed twice.
One of his other great purchases was a red Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG that he is often seen driving around the UK with. The SLS was the first car solely designed and engineered by AMG and was heavily inspired by the original 300SL Gullwing from the 1950s.
