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Undoubtedly, LeBron James is one of the most influential athletes in the world. However, the athlete owes today’s talent and fame to hard work ever since his high school days. LeBron became the first pick during his NBA draft. After winning several championships for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers, he is one of the highest-paid athletes with a $153 million four-year deal with the LA Lakers at the moment. Through his career and multiple brand endorsements, the star has amassed a whopping $400 million fortune. James’ millionaire lifestyle mainly features lavish real estate, accessories, vacations with family, and exclusive automobiles.
LeBron James is a true gearhead with a collection of cars worth more than $2.5 million. His garage has a wide array of vehicles that range from affordable to some of the fastest. Let’s look at the most expensive cars owned by the athlete.
Ferrari 599 ($165,000)
One of the three Ferrari cars owned by LeBron, the Ferrari 599, was purchased by him in 2009 as a gift to himself for his 25th birthday. According to Scmp, the car is equipped with a powerful V12 engine that provides an output of a whopping 612 HP. The car prances from 0 to 62 MPH in just 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 214 MPH.
Ferrari 458 Spider ($234,000)
Every Ferrari in King James’ collection is custom-painted, and the 458 Spider is no different. The Ferrari is designed to perfection with the customer’s demand, and James chose a darker shade compared to the original black paint of the Spider. The car is powered by a V8 engine that reaches the top speed of 199 MPH.
Bentley Continental GT ($202,500)
Purchased in 2018, the Bentley GT is a premium coupe that features powerful technology in its exterior and interior. It has a solid twin-turbo V12 engine and innovative driver-assistance technology that offer an unforgettable driving experience. It is offered in an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.
Kia K900 ($59,900)
The athlete became Kia’s first-ever luxury ambassador in 2019 and added a K900 to his already sprawling collection. The flagship sedan was launched in 2012 before it made its way to America. The K900 is offered in two engines, a 3.8-liter V6 with 311 HP or a 5.0-liter V8 capable of 420 HP. As mentioned by Auto Evolution, the car was designed as a part of a collaboration called The King James Edition.
Mercedes-Maybach 57 S ($380,000)
A car fit for a king, the Mercedes-Maybach 57 S is from the Special Edition by the automaker. He purchased the car while playing with the Cleveland Cavaliers and paid homage to his team by customizing the license plate number as KNG OF OH. The luxury car has a Mercedes-AMG engine that offers a top speed of 171 MPH.
Rolls Royce Phantom ($450,000)
The basketball star celebrated his 25th birthday in style and received extravagant gifts from friends, including a brand new Rolls Royce Phantom from his good friend and former teammate Shaquille O'Neal. The incredible car is one of the best luxury vehicles globally and has a powerful V12 engine that helps the car reach 60 MPH in just 5.1 seconds.
Lamborghini Aventador Roadster ($670,000)
In 2013, the athlete received a new customized Lamborghini Aventador Roadster. According to Luxury Launches, the Roadster was designed in a Mediterranean floral livery by Rich B. Caliente. The floral design was inspired by the floral design of James’ then-latest collaboration with Nike called the Nike LeBron X1 ‘King’s Pride’ shoes.
1957 Chevrolet Impala ($69,995)
One of the most valued cars in his collection is the 1957 Chevrolet Impala. James has restored the convertible due to his love for the classics. The restored car sports a shiny purple paint job highlighted with white accents. The wheels have also been enlarged and carry purple paint on the spokes. The rear wheels are wrapped around for a statement finish.
Chevrolet Camaro SS ($48,500)
The Chevrolet Camaro SS, an affordable yet fun vehicle in his collection owned by the NBA star, has a customized white paint job with matching wheels. Purchased in 2011, the Camaro SS has the trims painted in white, while the Chevrolet bowtie logo on the front grille is pitch black to stand out from afar.
Porsche 911 Turbo S ($207,000)
LeBron and his friend Dwayne Wade share a love for Porsche. The former has a Porsche 911 Turbo S in his garage. As a part of the Turbo S series, it is equipped with a 3.8-liter flat-six cylinder engine that cranks out 640 HP and reaches a top speed of 205 MPH, as reported by The Sun.
The NBA marvel has diversified his car collection by purchasing vehicles from the top automakers in the world. His collection's other notable cars include the Ferrari f430 Spider and Mercedes-Maybach S 650. The star’s latest purchase is a GMC Hummer EV worth $112,959 in 2021.
Sources: Scmp, Auto Evolution, Luxury Launches, The Sun
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