In Los Angeles, cars complete the exterior. This is the last clothing we put on before we head out, an accessory like shoes, and it is a personal and functional need at once. Our cars are intended to witness every Tesla in Netflix lot, filled with “Elon Sucks” style bumper stickers, even our achievements, our sense of self, and our political and social beliefs. But they are our Wakanda, a sanctuary, decorating and enriching us with voyages between homes, jobs, meetings and social engagements.
The streets and highways in LA become catwalks, with almost all of them being critics at Anna Wintour level, from Musso and Frank’s Barrett to the man waiting for his boss on the bench at the bus stop.
Not as true as the entertainment industry, where everything about LA is distilled to its essence. Consider the excellence of vintage cars in Apple TV+ satire studio, Seth Rogen’s Peacocking Studio Head parades with MGs, Corvettes, Studebakers and more.
So, what are Hollywood Drive’s A-listers and top executives? Vehicle options change frequently within this set, but current preferences tend to revolve around familiar luxury brands, mostly modern but vintage, besides stunning outliers.
SUVs dominate as they do in other parts of the United States, but sports cars and luxury sedans have places to expect and oversized. As this is LA, there are a lot of electrified vehicles. And the new trend is represented by a few exceptions: stealth wealth. Some celebrities have seen the benefits of driving Normcore vehicles that do not attract the attention of fans, paparazzi and potential stalkers.
Of course, most of these choices are just one of many vehicles that those people can own and drive or be driven. After all, every car is essentially a drug. We are don and doff to create personas and challenge us (sometimes at the same time). And it should be celebrated.
Sports car
Ferrari 296 GTB
Michael B. Jordan
He wasn’t the same Ferrari that crashed into a Kia parked at sunset.
Ferrari 296 GTB Michael B. Jordan
Jeff Spicer/Getty Images. Brand provided
Ferrari SF90
Kevin Hart
I bought the first one that was delivered to America.
Ferrari SF90 Kevin Hart
Chris Huston/WBTV/Getty Images. Brand provided
Maserati Gran Cabrio
Katy Perry
You need a little less attention than you enter the universe.
Maserati Grancabrio Katy Perry
Lake Lisa/Getty Images. Aldo Ferrero
Mercedes SL 550
Pedro Pascal
On rainy days, I have a Mercedes G Wagon SUV.
Mercedes SL 550 Pedro Pascal
Taylor Hill/Film Magic; Brand provided
Lamborghini Aventador Roadster
Cardi b
I bought a pair for her and my husband.
Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Cardi B
Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images;Brand provided
Lamborghini Aventador SV
Rihanna
Child seats are not accommodated.
Lamborghini Aventador SV Rihanna
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images;Brand provided
Ferrari 250 GTO
George Lucas
Over $50 million on-ground X-wing.
Ferrari 250 GTO George Lucas
Mike Coppola/Mg25/Getty Images;Peter Gazby
Porsche 911 GT3
Serena Gomez
“Calm down”? It doesn’t seem like it will happen.
Porsche 911 GT3 Serena Gomez
Amy Sussman/Getty Images. Brand provided
Porsche 911
Keanu Reeves
I customized it after his vintage 911 was stolen.
Porsche 911 Keanu Reeves
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic;Brand provided
Ultra Luxury
Bentley Mulsanne
Diane von Frustenberg
Pure class.
Bentley Mulsanne Diane von Furstenberg
Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images. Jonathan Fleetwood
Rolls-Royce Phantom
Drake
Pump Kendrick Lamar on a $11,400 factory stereo.
Rolls-Royce Phantom Drake
Coleburston/Getty Images. Benedict Campbell
Stealth’s Wealth
Geometro
Tyler Perry
He owned a geometro when he lived in unstable circumstances. I bought this to keep myself humble.
Geometro Tyler Perry
Michael Lowe/Getty Images. Car Collection/Arami Stock Photo
Subaru Outback
Nicole Kidman
Keith Urban gave her a Lambo SUV. She likes this.
Subaru Outback Nicole Kidman
Jason Kempin/Getty Images. Brand provided
2003 Toyota Corolla
Bad Bunny
When he was tired of his fans and paparazzi, he traded his Bugatti.
2003 Toyota Corolla Bad Bunny
Todd Owyoung/nbc/getty images;Car collection/Aramie stock photos
SUV
Audi Q3
Jenna Ortega
Entry-level luxury in a compact package.
Audi Q3 Jenna Ortega
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images. Brand provided
Land Rover Defender
Justin Bieber
It is elastic and can thrust into mud.
Land Rover defender Justin Bieber
Dave Sandford/Nhli/Getty Images;Brand provided
Audi RS Q8
Austin Butler
It’s a real hot rod, but the opposite of Elvis’ pink Cadillac.
Audi RS Q8 Austin Butler
Pascal le Segretain/Getty Images;Brand provided
Range Rover
David Zaslav
This is the classic big car since the 1980s.
Range Rover David the Slav
Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images;Brand provided by
Range Rover Sport
Hugh Jackman
Like Jackman, Triple Threat: Fast, Luxurious, All Terrain.
Range Rover Sport Hugh Jackman
Rob Kim/Getty Images. Brand provided
Lamborghini Urus
Kim Kardashian
Extroverted, expensive and controversial style.
Lamborghini Urus Kim Kardashian
Amy Sussman/Getty Images. Brand provided
Porsche Cayenne
Ted Sarands
A luxury alternative to his longtime Acura SUV.
Porsche Cayenne Ted Salands
Craig Barritt/Getty Images. Brand provided
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Trevor Noah
It’s styled like a bank safe and has a wide range of prices.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan Trevor Noah
Rick Karn/Getty Images. Brand provided
BMW XM
Timothy Chalamet
Confounding, persuasive, avant-garde, brother-friendly and green.
BMW XM
Timothy Chalamet
Marila Sicilia/Mondadori Portfolio/Getty Images;Brand provided by
Ford F-150 Lightning
Kelly Clarkson
People like us… do you drive trucks?
Ford F-150 Lightning Kelly Clarkson
Weiss Eubanks/nbcuniversal/Getty Images;Ryan Kohler
Cadillac Like
Jamie Lee Curtis
The US has exceptional styling and extensive range.
Cadillac Lyriq Jamie Lee Curtis
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images. Brand provided
Libian R1
Ben Affleck
Wait, seriously, is this about Batman?
Libian R1S Ben Affleck
Steve Granitz/FilmMagic;Brand provided by
Vintage
1966 Cadillac “Snoop Devil”
Snoop Dog
leisurely.
1966 Cadillac “Snoop Devil” Snoop Dog
Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images;Fraser Harrison/Getty Images
2000s Aston Martin DB9 Volante
Steven Spielberg
If possible, grab him.
2000s Aston Martin DB9 Volante Steven Spielberg
Duane Prokop/Getty Images;Nick Dimbleby
1969 Ford Bronco
Sydney Sweeney
The actress was practical in restoring this classic SUV.
1969 Ford Bronco Sidney Sweeney
Ethan Miller/Getty Images. Mega/GC images
1967 Lincoln Continental
Dachshund Shepherd
Classic Conti with hot rod motors and racing seats.
1967 Lincoln Continental Dachshund Shepherd
Rick Karn/Getty Images. Brian Welker/Aramie Stock Photo
1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
RuPaul
Regarding tire changes, as seen in RU’s social media posts.
1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SL RuPaul
Amy Sussman/Getty Images
1966 Ford Mustang
Tom Rossman
After a massive box office win, it was driven by “Mustang Monday.”
1966 Ford Mustang Tom Rothman
Kayla Oaddams/Getty Images; Courtesy
1965 Lincoln Continental
lady gaga
Ga-Garage also includes vintage Chevrolet, Ford and Roll.
1965 Lincoln Continent Lady Gaga
Arturo Holmes/Getty Images;Brian Welker/Aramie Stock Photos
Electric car
Libian R1t
Christian Bale
It’s more environmentally friendly than a Batmobile.
Libian R1T Christian Bale
Robin L Marshall/Getty Images. Brand provided
Tesla Cyber Truck
Ali Emmanuel
Military, controversial, unrestrained, reviled.
Tesla Cybertruck Ali Emmanuel
Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images;Elimelett
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