Jay-Z’s car collection is not only unique but also features some of the rarest automobile examples. His car collection ranges from vintage rides like the Corvette C1 and Alfa Romeo Spider to modern-day luxury rides from brands like Maybach and Rolls-Royce..
He, along with his wife Beyonce, owns a $40 million car collection. But today we will only talk about cars that belong to him or were given to him as gifts.
Jay-Z first gained recognition in the 1990s for his lyrical skill and unique flow and quickly rose to become one of the most influential figures in the hip-hop industry.
Jay-Z has released numerous critically acclaimed albums throughout his career, including “Reasonable Doubt,” “The Blueprint,” “The Black Album,” and “4:44.” He has also collaborated with many other artists and producers, including Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Drake, and Eminem, among others.
10. Ferrari F430 Spider
When you are a billionaire rapper it isn’t a surprise that a Ferrari is the least expensive car in your garage. Yes, Jay-Z’s Ferrari F430 Spider worth $186,925 is the least expensive car among the top ten cars owned by him.
The car was featured in several of his song videos including “Show Me What You Got”.
Jay-Z’s Ferrari F430 Spider is powered by a naturally aspirated, 4.3-liter V8 engine. It makes 483 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. According to Ferrari performance estimates, the F430 Spider accelerates from 0-60 MPH in 4.0 seconds and can reach a top speed of 193 MPH.
9. Bentley Continental GT
It’s reported that Bentley when it came with the Continental GT, courted Maybach customers. Jay-Z being a big-time Maybach fan was the first few to be approached by the brand
Impressed by the luxurious grand tourer Jay-Z didn’t bat an eyelid adding the Continental GT worth $202,500 to his garage. The moment was more like his childhood dream come true. As a kid, Jay-Z used to admire the Bentley Azure and hoped to own a Bentley one day.
Bentley Continental GT in Jay-Z’s garage comes with a twin-turbocharged, 6.0-liter W12 engine under the hood. Its twin-turbo W12 makes 641 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. According to Bentley performance estimates, the Continental GT can clock a 0-60 MPH run in 3.5 seconds and hit a top speed of 208 MPH.
8. Rolls-Royce Phantom
It’s a well-known fact that Jay-Z prefers Maybach as his luxury go-to sedan but with the launch of the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII, he got another toy to add to his collection
With an estimated worth of $460,000, the Phantom sedan is all rage these days among the hip-hop community. And just like many other cars, Jay-Z has a song written on his Rolls-Royce too.
Rolls-Royce Phantom owned by Jay-Z is powered by a twin-turbocharged, 6.75-liter V12 engine. Its twin-turbo V12 makes 563 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. According to Rolls-Royce performance estimates, the Phantom can go from 0-60 MPH in 5.1 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 155 MPH.
7. Maybach 62S
Jay-Z has a soft corner for Maybach cars and he has used his Maybach 57S and 62S in several song videos. As per reports he has already sold the 57S but still has the 62S in his garage.
The black Maybach has been spotted several times carrying the rapper to his recording studio. That said, the Maybachs these days have tanked in value, but when new, each one started at $470,350.
Jay-Z’s Maybach 62S comes with a twin-turbocharged, 6.0-liter V12 engine under the hood. Its twin-turbo V12 makes 620 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. According to third-party performance estimates, the Maybach 62S can clock a 0-60 MPH run in 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 155 MPH (electronically limited).
6. Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
The silver color Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren sitting in Jay-Z’s garage is not owned by him. Instead, it’s said Beyonce bought the limited edition car but most of the time Jay-Z is seen driving in the car. So it’s not wrong to put the car in his collection. Coming to its price, the SLR McLaren is said to be worth $497,750.
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren in Jay-Z’s garage comes with a naturally aspirated, 5.4-liter V8 engine. The SLR McLaren’s V8 makes 617 hp and 575 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.
According to Mercedes-Benz performance estimates, the SLR McLaren can accelerate from 0-60 MPH in 3.8 seconds and can reach a top speed of 208 MPH
5. Dartz Prombron
The Dartz Prombron is an armored SUV that was made to order by Jay-Z. The SUV is said to be worth $1.1 million making it one of the most expensive SUVs.
The Dartz Prombron was added to Jay-Z’s garage as he wanted a safe ride for his wife Beyonce who was then pregnant with his first child. The armored SUV is said to be bulletproof from AK47 assault rifle rounds and can even withstand direct hits from a rocket launcher.
Jay-Z’s custom Dartz Prombron armored SUV is powered by GM’s naturally aspirated, 8.1-liter V8 engine. It makes 450 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. Except for the Dratz Prombron’s top speed of 155 MPH, no other performance figures of the armored SUV are available.
4. Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport
The Blue and silver color Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport in Jay-Z’s garage was a gift from his wife Beyonce on his 41st birthday. Now it’s hard to tell how much she paid for the car but a Veyron of similar vintage is estimated to be worth $1.4 million these days. His Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport is powered by a quad-turbocharged, 8.0-liter W16 engine.
Its quad-turbo W16 makes 1,001 hp and churns out 1,585 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. According to third-party performance estimates, the Veyron Grand Sport can accelerate from 0-60 MPH in 2.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 252 MPH.
3. Pagani Zonda F
The Pagani Zonda F is one of many rare rides owned by Jay-Z. With only 25 units ever made Jay-Z’s Pagani is estimated to be worth $1.4 million. The Zonda F was the updated version of the base Zonda launched in 1999.
Here the F not only signifies more power but is also a tribute to Argentine race car driver Juan Manual Fangio, who won the Monaco Grand Prix twice. Jay-Z’s Pagani Zonda F comes with a Mercedes-Benz AMG sourced naturally aspirated, 7.3-liter V12 engine.
Mercedes-Benz AMG’s V12 makes 594 hp and 561 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. According to Pagani’s performance estimates, the Zonda F can go from 0-60 MPH in 3.4 seconds and 0-124 MPH in 9.8 seconds. It takes 3.6 seconds to go for 0-62 mph. It has a top speed of 214 MPH and can stop from 124-0 MPH in just 4.4 seconds.
2. Maybach Exelero
The super rare black color Maybach Exelero is the second most expensive car owned by Jay-Z. The Exelero is estimated to be worth more than $8 million and it’s reported that the original owner of the car was the rapper Birdman
Jay-Z got the Exelero pre-owned and it looks like it was a wise investment decision. As Exelero was a prototype so only one unit, currently with Jay-Z, exists in the whole world.
Maybach Exelero in Jay-Z’s garage comes with a twin-turbocharged, 5.9-liter V12 engine under the hood. Its twin-turbo V12 makes 690 hp and 752 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. According to third-party performance estimates, the Exelero can clock a 0-62 MPH run in 4.4 seconds and hit a top speed of 218 MPH.
1. Rolls-Royce Boat Tail
The blue color Rolls-Royce Boat Tail estimated to be worth more than $28 million is the most expensive car in rapper Jay-Z’s collection. So far the brand has made only three such cars and Jay-Z and Beyonce were the first ones to commission the car.
The Boat Tail is a coach build and one of the finest cars ever produced by the British luxury brand. The car is a sight to behold and as per reports, everything on it has been tastefully customized to accommodate all the whims and fancies of Jay-Z.
Jay-Z’s prized possession the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail is powered by the same engine that does duty on the brand’s flagship sedan Phantom. The 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12 makes 563 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. According to Rolls-Royce performance estimates, the Boat Tail can do a 0-60 MPH run in 5.1 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 155 MPH.
