Best Muscle Cars
Hollywood’s Hot Rods: Celebrities Who Love Muscle Cars
Hollywood’s rich and famous has long been synonymous with a collection of muscle cars enough to make you jealous. Explore some celebrity favorites.
Carmakers had no idea the legacy they were starting when the first muscle car rolled off the production line in 1949.
Though the true muscle car race didn’t hit its full stride until the 60s and 70s. Today, these impressive machines are experiencing a whole new resurgence in popularity. This can be seen from the number of celebrities that have chosen to drive their own American muscle car.
Keep reading to learn who the famous faces are that you can see behind the wheel of these impressive machines.
Celebrities and Muscles Cars
Celebrities are just like us, and some have a passion for muscle cars. Ben Affleck has admitted to trolling eBay and drooling over the car listings.
What’s better is that these famous people with a passion for cars also love driving them. So before you sell your motorhome, why not take one more trip out west to the land of Hollywood and get a glimpse of one of these cars on the road.
Amber Heard: 1968 Ford Mustang
You may know her from the blockbuster Aquaman or the 2009 zombie comedy Zombieland. But what you may not know is that she has a passion for muscle cars.
Back in 2015, she and Johnny Depp appeared on the Velocity show OverHaulin’ when he had her beloved 1968 Mustang redone. The classic muscle car went from old and tired to a complete stunner.
She bought the car when she was a teen and can be seen regularly driving it through the streets of Hollywood. The finished car is a stunner with a rich red flake paint and all new trim.
John Cena: Plymouth Superbird
When John Cena isn’t out on the road traveling for his wrestling career, he’s at home enjoying his collection of cars. Many in his collection are the classics that we all drool over.
He has so many cars that he’s outgrown the space in his garage. Here are some of the standouts in his collection.
- 1969 Red Pontiac GTO
- 1970 Cardinal Red Pontiac GTO Judge
- 1971 Black Pontiac GTO Judge
- 2006 Ford GT
- 2007 Dodge Super Bee
- 2007 Parnelli Jones Saleen Mustang
- 2009 Corvette ZR1
It’s safe to say that while Cena may be known for wrestling, he’s secretly a total gearhead.
Ben Affleck: 1966 Chevy Chevelle SS
An admitted car enthusiast, Ben Affleck has a particular soft spot for 1970s muscle cars. But in his garage is a 1966 Chevelle SS. When he’s not starring in movies such as Gone Girl and Batman vs. Superman, he’s cruising the streets in his classic muscle car.
The 66 Chevelle marked a new era as Chevy began creating showroom to start line Super Sports. Under the hood was a beautiful and powerful 396 cubic inch engine. It pumped out an impressive 360+ horsepower.
Kellan Lutz: Ford Shelby GT 500
Known for his role in the Twilight saga and one of the younger celebrities on this list, Kellan Lutz drives a 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500.
This muscle car was a beast back in the day. It boasts a 428 cubic inch big block engine that pumps out an impressive 355 horsepower.
Lebron James: Chevy Camaro SS
Unlike many of the other cars on this list, Lebron James opted for a more modern muscle car, a 2010 Camaro SS. This isn’t just any off the showroom floor Camaro, though.
It’s entirely custom and all white, except for the gloss black emblems and super fine black pinstriping detail. The windows are tinted super dark, which not only gives privacy but also adds to the overall look of the car.
To replace the stock rims are a set of super-sized multi-spoke ones in white. The outset lip gives them a nice touch of detail.
Travis Barker: 1963 Chevy Impala
If you aren’t a fan of rock, you may not be familiar with Barker. In the early 2000s, he made his name known as one of the best drummers of modern music with the band Blink 182.
These days he focuses on his solo music, family, and working on his cars. One of which is a 1963 Impala.
This classic car is in perfect condition as Barker stayed true to the original car’s beauty. He did drop it to give it a bit of modern attitude.
Rob Dyrdek: 1969 Chevy Camaro
This famous skateboarder and entrepreneur has an impressive collection of big boy toys. It once included a 1969 Camaro that was completely custom. We have All Speed Customs of Michigan to thank for the work done to this impressive beauty.
What’s impressive is that Dyrdek kept his signature style out of this overhaul. There are no crazy patterns, or colors, and no insane graffiti art across the side. The car is decidedly serious with a high gloss black paint job, and powder coated red rims.
Under the hood is a fuel-injected LS and 4L60E automatic overdrive transmission. It’s claimed that the car can produce 400 horsepower.
Kenny Wayne: An Entire Collection
While other celebrities on this list may have car collections, they aren’t a complete collection of muscle cars. Then we have Kenny Wayne Shepherd. This famous blues-infused rock and roll artist has a serious passion for muscle cars.
His daily driver is a 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT 8. He’s done several modifications to the car that include a Magnuson supercharger, Hotchkins TVS suspension, custom wheels, Magnaflow exhaust, and custom aluminum valve covers and shifter.
Other cars in his collection include:
- 1972 Dodge Charger
- 1970 Plymouth Duster
- 1969 Extreme Lee
- 1950 Ford Business Coupe Hot Rod
This list goes to prove that muscle cars have a universal appeal. Even celebrities skip over the standard car and opt for a heart-racing muscle car.
Some are true to their roots and stay classic, while others have given their ride a completely custom feel. Either way, these muscle cars continue the tradition of American made power and performance.
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