TopSpeed - Car Collections

How This 21 Year Old Social Media Sensation Collects Hellcats

Amrit Balraj — Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:17 GMT

At the young age of just 21, Pappiiq already has built an impressive collection of drool-worthy cars, mainly consisting of Hellcats, Scat Packs, and even a Trackhawk. Quan was only 17 years old when he bought his first dream car, a graphite gray 2016 Dodge Challenger SXT which came with a 3.0 Liter V-6 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Since then, his stable of good old American muscle has grown exponentially, along with his follower base with over one million subscribers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram accounts.

The One Car That Danny Koker Would Never Sell. Here's Why

Brian Anderson — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:17 GMT

Danny "The Count" Koker of Count's Kustoms in Las Vegas, Nevada and from the hit History channel show, Counting Cars, is a world-famous car restorer and modder, with more vehicles than most people have books. His car collection is as legendary as his resto-mod work and probably belongs in the Smithsonian, but most of his rides are daily drivers. Though he often says he'd never sell his cars, sometimes the money is too good, and he'll let one go. There is however one car, a 1966 Mustang Shelby GT350, that Koker will never part with. The car has too much sentimental value and will remain a permanent part of his collection and life.

15 Cars That Make Perfect Lowriders

Kirby Garlitos — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 19:59:52 GMT

Lowriders have been a part of American car culture since the 1950s. Interest and attention in the subculture have increased in subsequent decades to the point that lowriders aren't just found in the U.S.; they're found all over the world.

Richard Rawlings Top 10 Builds From Gas Monkey Garage

Garret Donahue — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 14:00:18 GMT

After 155 episodes across 16 seasons airing from 2012 to 2020, Richard Rawlings sealed the fate of Gas Monkey Garage by showing the world the nitty-gritty side of hot-rodding cars. Based in Dallas Texas, Gas Monkey Garage has built over 100 vehicles of all types ranging from custom motorcycles and one-of-a-kind hot rods, to modified supercars and collectible classics. Rawlings has turned the business of grassroots Hot rodding into an entertaining, but relatable car culture niche.

Danny Koker's Insane Car Collection, And The One Car He'd Never Sell. Here's Why

Brian Anderson — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:45:18 GMT

For 10 seasons, and hopefully, more, Danny Koker of Counting Cars, has restored and customized some of the most bad-ass rides on the road. The owner of Count's Kustoms in Las Vegas, Nevada isn't just one of the top resto-mod guys in the country, he's also a big car fan. According to an interview with The Globe and Mail, Koker has "around 58" cars in his personal collection.

Exclusive: 3,000 Classics, Customs, Hotrods And Lowriders Roll Into Goodguys 39th Annual All-American Get-Together

Jody Only — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 17:00:17 GMT

Springtime marks the beginning of car show season, and Goodguys Rod and Custom Associations – America’s favorite car show – went hard to kick off the Western Swing for 2023. With a three-peat of weekends, the Goodguys All-American Get-Together returned to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, Calif. following the Texas LMC Truck Spring Lone Star Nationals and the Arizona FiTech Fuel Injection Spring Nationals.

10 Fastest American Police Cars Of All Time

Reyan Mishra — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 22:36:17 GMT

When it comes to selecting vehicles, law enforcement departments in the United States have given more weight to utility and high performance. No ultra-luxury features as you find in the fleets of Police in countries like Italy and the United Kingdom. As modest as they might look, there is no dearth of some properly serious cars that have served the American Police forces through the decades.

10 Craziest Hoonigan Builds Of All Time

Garret Donahue — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:00:17 GMT

2023 had a rocky start, we did indeed lose one of the automotive industry’s biggest heroes, Ken Block. Hoonigan Racing Division was created in 2010 as a means for Ken Block to race in the World Rally Championship. Originally named the Monster Energy World Rally Team, Ken Block and Chris Atkinson raced in the FIA World Rally Championship. Ken would go on to compete in the FIA European Rallycross series with Andreas Bakkerud, and ultimately, Ken was the sole driver in the Global Rallycross Championship for Hoonigan Racing.

Top 10 Cars From The Fast And Furious Saga

Garret Donahue — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:30:17 GMT

There aren’t many automotive movie franchises as wildly successful as The Fast & The Furious. Depicting the underground street racing scene in the original Fast And Furious movie set in Los Angeles and surrounding areas depicted some accurate aspects of some of the gritty parts of car culture. The initial few movies were first and foremost about cars, and therefore a relatable subject for many high-octane fueled enthusiasts.

10 Best Police Cars

Reyan Mishra — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:30:16 GMT

Law enforcement departments all across the globe use a variety of vehicles for various purposes. However, out of the fleet, the patrolling vehicles in particular that police use have always been of great interest to wheel enthusiasts. These cars serve much more than just the primary purpose of getting the job done - including an expression of prosperity, commitment, and sometimes to deliver essential road safety messages.

Exclusive: Over 250 Rare Historical Cars On Display In The Petersen Museum Vault

Ridgely McKinless — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:01:16 GMT

As a landmark location in Los Angeles, the Petersen Automotive Museum is one of the largest automotive museums in the world. When visitors explore the site, they can expect to find dozens of exhibits dispersed over multiple floors. It’s an impressive experience that takes hours to complete. But many don’t realize this is just the tip of the iceberg, with even more special vehicles hidden right underneath their feet, in the Vault.

'Arsham Auto Motive' Brings Mind-Bending Abstract Art Forms To The Petersen Museum

Khris Bharath — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 18:00:17 GMT

As Jeremy Clarkson once put it - "Cars - They are so much more than just a ton and a half of wires, glass, metal, and rubber". Whether you’re into cars or not, I'm sure you’ll agree that there are some cars out there that are genuinely breathtaking and the way a car looks, both inside and out can be considered an art form in itself.

The Best Cars From Ralph Lauren's Collection

Edward James — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 20:30:17 GMT

Ralph Lauren may be a fashion icon, but he is also an iconic car collector. With a garage containing cars from nearly every generation since the automobile began its journey in the late 19th century, the clothing brand mogul has added a whole new definition to the term tasteful - from a 1929 Bentley 4-1/2 Litre Blower to a 2015 LaFerrari, the array of vehicles leaves nothing to the imagination. Let's have a look at this exhilarating compilation of machines owned by the well-known tycoon and see just how deep his palate reaches.

This Automotive Museum's "Vault" Holds Some Of The Most Legendary Cars Ever Produced

Ron Muram — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:31:17 GMT

Following extensive renovations, "The Vault" at the Petersen Automotive Museum is now open once again to the public. The Petersen Automotive Museum has long been heralded as the most comprehensive and expansive museum in automotive history, spanning 120 years and showcasing the best the world has to offer in terms of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Visitors to the vault will get a peak at the most exclusive and elusive vehicles from the turn of the twentieth century, to American classics, celebrity cars, supercars, award-winning hot rods, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation, and many other surprises.

John Cena's Incredible Car Collection Is A Petrol Head's Dream

Brian Anderson — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 23:31:17 GMT

Dominic Toretto has had some impressive rides across the Fast & Furious films, including his signature super-charged 1970 Dodge Charger R/T. He is, of course, a fictional character, but John Cena, who plays Dominic's brother in F9, is a real person who has a car collection that puts his movie sibling's garage to shame.

The Porsche Turbo S Lightweight Is An Ultra-Exclusive 964-Gen 911

Dane Maricic — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 16:30:16 GMT

Introduced in 1992, the Porsche 911 Turbo S Leichtbau (lightweight) is a performance oriented and stripped down version of the regular Turbo S, which was already one of the fastest cars available on the market at its time. Created to celebrate Porsche's racing success, the Turbo S Lightweight was limited to just 86 units, and the model was essentially a racer for the road. One of these ultra-exclusive models, which carries a heavyweight price tag, will soon hit the RM Sotheby's auction block.

Five Most Expensive Cars Sold In 2022

Filipe Braganca — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 01:06:16 GMT

2022 is coming to a close, and what a year it has been for those who have had the opportunity to include some of the world's most expensive vehicles in their letter to Santa. With several statistics flooding in, we needed to know who the luckiest gearheads were this year. So, without further ado, here are the Top 5 most expensive cars that sold in 2022.

The Most Expensive Porsche Models Ever Sold

Isaac Atienza — Sat, 24 Dec 2022 14:01:15 GMT

Porsche has made numerous legendary cars throughout history. After all, racing was and still is in their blood. Each of the cars on this list has influenced the automotive world in one way or another. Another common ingredient with all these cars? All of these are extremely rare, and all were powered by a boxer or a flat engine, which is a signature engine configuration for Porsche even to this day. As such, the cars on this list have been auctioned at staggeringly-high prices, and we understand if the prices of the cars on this list will leave your mind blown.

LEGO Goes "Fast And Furious" With R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec Kit

David Sim — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 16:30:17 GMT

Millennials rejoice! Lego recently released news that a buildable R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R will be for sale starting on the first of January, 2023. But it's not just any ordinary R-34 GTR, it will be a replica model of the R-34 GTR that Paul Walker drove in 2 Fast 2 Furious, the second movie in the Fast and Furious franchise. Whether you're a Lego enthusiast or a car enthusiast, if you grew up watching these movies, then this Lego set is a must.

Yellowbrick, Stellantis, Tesla And Others To Offer Online Automotive Design Curriculum

Jhon Salazar — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 19:30:17 GMT

All car enthusiasts, car-driven business-minded people, and even those who are leaning towards the automotive industry to start their career now have a shot at how to learn automobile design the way the best in the field are doing so. Yellowbrick, together with car industry giants, namely Tesla, Stellantis, Hispano Suiza, and the world-renowned Peterson Automotive Museum, spearheaded a free online course up for grabs to brief car aficionados outlining the critical steps in automotive design. "We designed this course to simplify and illuminate a path to a career in automotive design,” said Justin Wolske, director of partnerships & strategic initiatives for Yellowbrick. Moreover, he stressed that high-level training in the field of automotive design is not always easily accessible, so their initiative removed some of those barriers by offering the program at no cost and involving an esteemed lineup of contributors.

Hoonigan Releases 1:14 Scale Hoonicorn V2 RC Car

Alina Moore — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 18:30:16 GMT

Back in July, the folks over at Team Associated unveiled a 1:10 scale Hoonicorn RC car - a 100% replica of the real deal. It doesn't come with the 410-cubic-inch Roush Yates V-8 engine, but for those passionate about the Hoonicorn, it is a nice substitute. The only problem was its price: $579.99 or $679.99, depending on the version. It is, of course, not as expensive as Ken Block’s real 914-horsepower Hoonitruck that sold for $1.1 million, but it is also not something all the people can afford. For those who dream of owning the Hoonicorn, the guys over Hoonigan have come up with a new solution - a 1:14 scale car priced at only $249.99 - that is a lot more affordable and makes for a very nice gift as Christmas approaches.

Jay Leno Outlines What Makes The Duesenberg Revere Racing Engine So Unique

Dimitar Angelov — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 11:00:15 GMT

Jay Leno is no stranger to rare and significant vehicles. He not only owns well over 100 automobiles of all eras, but he also features cars outside of his collection. In a recent video, the famed comedian and auto enthusiast outlines his 1920 Duesenberg-Rochester Revere Four-Passenger, a significant model that was found and restored. A particularly notable feature is its “walking beam” engine, and Leno, being the car aficionado that he is, goes into detail why this engine is so significant.

Kevin Hart's Outrageous Car Collection Exposed

Victor Faeda — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:00:16 GMT

Comedian and actor Kevin Hart is a known gearhead and boasts one of the most impressive car collections out there. Some of his cars that didn’t even make this list are the Aston Martin Vanquish, Mercedes-Benz SLS Black Series, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, and Ferrari 488 Pista. But, as far as celebrity rides go, these are boring cars. Go for a quick drive around Malibu on a Sunday morning and you’re likely to spot at least a couple of these. What makes Hart’s collection really impressive and one-of-a-kind is the array of custom-made, classic restomodded muscle cars that line up his garage, most of which have their own name. Let's take a peek at the 10 most impressive machines from the comedy star’s garage and explore what makes them truly unique.

Artist Renders Modern Hypercars As Barn Finds Of The Future

Amreetam Basu — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:31:15 GMT

Electric mobility will someday make ICE-powered vehicles obsolete. That is downright scary, especially if you own high-performance cars or are a hardcore enthusiast. It could also mean that in 50 or 100 years, current hypercars like the Bugatti Chiron or LaFerrari could become barn discoveries hidden away on some billionaire's property. This haunting potential future has been illustrated by artist TheDizzyViper in a series of renderings, where you can even find an abandoned McLaren Senna that has been ravaged by the passing of time.

RM Sotheby's Bavarian Legends Collection Is An Epic Lineup of Classic BMWs

Daniel Jennings — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:30:15 GMT

Wealthy gear heads and BMW fans need to mark Nov. 26 on their calenders. That’s the day RM Sotheby’s plans to auction off 32 classic vehicles from the Bavarian Legends Collection, which features some of the most exclusive and iconic classic BMWs to ever hit the road. Highlighting the collection is a 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II, the brand's flagship of the 1950s. This convertible is just one of 252 Roadster Series IIs in existence and is valued between $1.83 million $2.29 million, RM Sotheby’s reports. The 252 Roadster II hitting the auction block is cream-colored with a red-leather interior.

Billie Eilish's Jaw-Dropping Car Collection Can Leave You Speechless

Gabriele Leone — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 20:00:15 GMT

With a net worth of $51 million, it shouldn't come to you as a surprise that famous pop singer Billie Eilish owns the kind of stuff that you probably could only imagine. Yet, after having checked her car collection, you will surely end up respecting her more than you currently do: the 20-year-old certainly has an unquestionable taste in cars.

Exclusive: Richard Rawlings' Love For Cars and Why He's Selling His Collection

Daud Gonzalez — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:53:02 GMT

Richard Rawlings, the founder of Gas Monkey Garage, has decided to sell his entire car collection. Yet, this online auction will be unlike any other one before it. Rawlings is working in collaboration with popular auction site Bring A Trailer to bring something special. This is in fact, the largest single-owner collection ever featured on the site. It’s actually the first of its kind.

Dive into this $24 Million Underwater Car Collection With Supercar Blondie

Josh Conturo — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 22:05:22 GMT

Take a second to imagine your dream garage. Not necessarily the cars that live inside, but the garage itself. Imagine the architecture, the design, and where you would build it. Would it be in the penthouse of a New York City sky rise overlooking Central Park? Or perhaps in the hills above Los Angeles with retro automotive memorabilia like Jay Leno? On the side of a mountain in the Italian Riviera wouldn't be a bad idea, right? How about underwater in the Middle East?

A Legendary Collection Of Cars Is Heading to Auction And Chris Harris Has the Inside Info You Need

Dimitar Angelov — Tue, 11 May 2021 10:06:58 GMT

Chris Harris walks us through one of the most epic car collections that's about to go to auctionCollecting cars is a relatively new YouTube channel that focuses on quality rather than quantity. When you click on the video and Chris Harris appears in it, you know it’s going to be some epic content. Although the man doesn’t need much introduction, the Leonard Collection definitely does. There’s an obvious focus on significant cars, most of which are different versions and generations of the Porsche 911.