Top NFL Players And Their Fantasy Cars

Many professional football players like to spend their enormous paychecks on the perfect ride to give the world a taste of what they are like off the field. Whether they pick a flashy sports car or a monster truck, football players are known for expressing their personalities through their vehicle of choice. From muscle cars to sports car and vintage classics, these football players know a thing or two about spending money on the right vehicle.

Darren McFadden - Bentley Continental GT

Darren McFadden had no trouble shelling out around two hundred thousand dollars for his ultimate ride. Newer models of the Bentley Continental GT feature an inter-cooled and twin-turbocharged V8 engine with thirty two valves and direct fuel injection. It reaches sixty miles per hour in less than four seconds and provides an ultra luxurious leather interior with lots of room for big football players. Topping out at six hundred and twenty six horsepower, the Bentley Continental GT is a favorite of professional athletes and other high paid celebrities.

Delanie Walker - 1970 Buick Skylark

While many professional athletes want a brand new sports car or a muscle truck, Delanie Walker took his hard earned NFL paycheck and invested in a vintage classic. The 1970 Buick Skylark is nearly impossible to find in mint condition on the market. The two-door coupe comes with a front mounted engine that powers its rear wheels. The interior features bucket seats, tinted glass and a tilt steering wheel for the ultimate vintage look.

Reggie Bush - 1967 Shelby GT500 Flashback

Reggie Bush is another vintage car lover who put his money toward finding the perfect old fashioned ride. The 1967 Shelby GT500 Flashback is a modified version of the Ford Mustang. Its distinct vintage look both on the inside and outside of the vehicle is accompanied by a 7 liter V8 engine that puts out around three hundred and fifty horsepower with either a three or four speed automatic transmission for a classic look and feel.

Russell Wilson - Mercedes Benz G-Glass

After winning the Superbowl in 2013, Russell Wilson celebrated by treating himself to a brand new Mercedes Benz G-Class. The G-class, otherwise known as a G-Wagen, is a four wheel drive SUV with a boxy exterior. Newer versions feature a 4 liter V8 engine with four hundred and sixteen horsepower and the ability to tow seven thousand pounds. Though the inside is roomy enough to comfortably fit several people, the G-class will not be saving Wilson in gas money with its fourteen miles per gallon rating.

Jay Cutler - Audi R8 GT

The 2012 Audi R8 GT features a 5.2 liter V10 engine with five hundred and sixty horsepower and three hundred and ninety eight feet-torque. Though the flashy appeal of the vehicle may make it seem like it is hard to drive, reviewers credit the Audi R8 GT for being a great daily vehicle with an extra bit of sass. Standard R8’s come with heated seats, automatic climate control, Bluetooth and navigation. Going zero to sixty miles per hour takes around 4.6 seconds.

Jamaal Charles - Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2

As one of the top five highest paid running backs in the NFL, Jamaal Charles can certainly afford to drop some cash on an ultra exotic sports car. The 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-comes equipped with a 5.2 liter V10 engine with five hundred and forty three horse power and up to twenty highway miles per gallon. Its head-turning sleek design is matched by ultimate speeds of zero to sixty in 3.6 seconds.

Michael Oher - BMW 750

Standing at six foot four inches and weighing three hundred and fifteen pounds, Michael Oher’s perfect car was a BMW 750. Newer models feature a 4.4 liter V8 engine with optional four wheel drive and an available in-cabin fragrance system to battle the aroma of a long, hard game. Reviewers of the BMW 750 enjoyed the roomy backseat, quick acceleration, top-notch interior and smooth handling. Standard options include rear-drive and eight speed automatic.

Antrel Rolle- Maserati GranTurismo

The exotic Italian Maserati GranTurismo has a high-performance 4.7 liter V8 engine with four hundred and fifty four horsepower and an exterior design to turn heads. It reaches sixty miles per hour in less than five seconds and features a classic Maserati grille. The interior of the vehicle is equipped with leather seats, integrated front and rear headrests, and a moderate sized backseat for passengers. Standard technology features include satellite radio, a park warning system and an incredible sound system for getting pumped before games.

Tom Brady- Rolls Royce Ghost

Newer models of the Rolls Royce Ghost go for around three hundred thousand dollars. Its five star rating features a 6.6 liter V12 engine with five hundred and sixty three horsepower and GPS satellite to easily manage the vehicle’s transmission shifts on the upcoming route. Leather seating makes for a luxurious ride to and from the football stadium and twenty one highway miles per gallon makes it one of the more fuel efficient vehicles on the list.

Joe Haden- Lamborghini Murciélago

As if the Lamborghini Murciélago were not flashy enough on its own, Joe Haden opted for a bright orange color to make sure he does unnoticed wherever his errands take him. The Lamborghini Murciélago was last made in 2010 but its features remain timeless. It boasts a 6.5 liter V12 engine with up to six hundred and sixty one horse power and only nine city miles per gallon. Haden’s luxurious limited edition coupe likely cost him near four hundred and sixty thousand dollars.