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Monday, July 22, 2013

5 Luxury cars owned by the Famous Soccer Players

Unifying sport is soccer, because this sport is the people's most favored in all over the world. Soccer fans must have their idol players, do not be surprised when people flock to see their hero in action on the field.

Currently, the profession as a soccer player could not be taken lightly. Because when someone has soccer talent coupled with glorious achievements in the field, could automatically generate purse money. When I became a star field, revenue will rise as high as the sky.

With big salaries and excessive versatile material, so that soccer players have many ways to express themselves. Therefore, many of the soccer players who have a hobby of collecting luxury cars. Below we compiled a row of luxury cars which used by the famous soccer player in the world:

1. David Beckham's Rolls-Royce Ghost
Rolls-Royce Ghost was designed by Andreas Thurner and enhanced by Helmut Riedl, who led the design of the Rolls-Royce Phantom. One of the vehicles used by David Beckham, the UK's soccer legend, to drop off and pick up his children was Roll-Royce Ghost. This car includes the most luxurious sedan. In the interior, the car still adopt the previous series such as roof design.
David Beckham on his Rolls-Royce Ghost. (Picture from: http://www.celebritycarsblog.com/)
Manufacture of the 'Ghost' by Roll-Royce is to continue the 'Silver Ghost' series which was first produced in 1906. This vehicle is designed smaller than the previous series. A 'Ghost' car as it has a selling price of U.S. $ 225,000 (or approximately Rp. 2.2 billion). There are many more cars owned by the British soccer star like Roll-Rocye Phantom Drophead coupe, Escallade Cadillac, Porsche Cabrio, Jeep Wrangler, and others.

2. Lionel Messi's Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale 
The Italian famous car factory, Maserati released their Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale series in 2010 at the Paris Motor Show and was produced in limited edition. While he’s not playing for FC Barcelona, Lionel Messi likes to indulge in his passion for cars. The soccer star has been spotted in various cars, including a white Audi R8 and an equally white Audi Q7. Lionel Messi who also the Argentine national soccer team captain is often seen driving his new car, the GranTurismo MC Stradale.
Lionel Messi on his Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale. (Picture from: http://deportes.terra.es/)
The stradale is a tweaked version of the GranTurismo coupe, its V8 engine capable of delivering 450 hp to the keenest of drivers, together with 510 Nm of torque (376 lb-ft). Thanks to this and a dramatic weight saving, the Stradale will do 0 to 62 mph (100 kph) in 4.6 second and reach a top speed of 187 mph (301 kph).

3. Cristiano Ronaldo's Lamborghini Aventador
The Aventador car that was caught illegally parked and had ticketed on the street of Madrid last year is owned by Cristiano Ronaldo. This car was bought to celebrate his 27th year on February 5, 2012. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Car Collection will make you surprised. He has a lot of luxury cars and expensive, and all the car that he had a Limited Edition. In addition, Cristiano also choose some super cars to be his favorite car.
Cristiano Ronaldo on his Lamborghini Aventador. (Picture from: http://facecarsx.com/)
Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 was made in a limited number of only 4,000 units. The car backed by a 12-cylinder engine and 6.5-liter two-door car can produce 700 hp at 8,250 rpm with maximum torque of 690 Nm at 5,500 rpm. Ronaldo chose matte black color on his car that looks more frightening. Aventador was the name of a bull that fought valiantly in Saragossa bull ring in 1993.

4. Wayne Rooney's Overfinch Range Rover
Overfinch, a company that established in 1975 has a specialises in enhancing Range Rovers and customising bodywork and mechanicals. The company was founded by Arthur Silverton. Success in the rally winning, makes creating the four-wheel engine drive car.
Wayne Rooney is the owner of an Overfinch Range Rover. (Picture from: http://vehicle.ezinemark.com/)
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has been spotted cruising about in this 2013 Overfinch Range Rover which is a personalised edition of the iconic 4x4. The price of a regular Range Rover is normally £70,000 (or approx U.S. $106,685; Rp. 1.07 billion), however the price tag for a top-spec model that’s been given an Overfinch makeover will be considerably more, while his wife has a white/silver diesel fuel type.

5. Steven Gerrard's Jaguar XKR
Liverpool has recently come to visit Indonesia, there is little information, it turns out the captain, Steven Gerrard, also have a hobby of driving a luxury car. The car is seen frequently ridden by Steven Gerrard is the Jaguar XKR. Jaguar XKR is a car that has been manufactured since 1996 has a standard speed of 158 mph, but if it continues to be encouraged to reach 174 mph.

Besides having the XKR, he also has a new XFR. According to Gerrard further, that he prefers his new XFR. "It has everything I like in a car: it's quick, looks classy, and does the comfort side as well. And it's a great family car: I've got two young daughters, so it's perfect for me," he said toBesides having the XKR, he also has a Jaguar XFR. According to Gerrard further, that he prefers his new XFR. "It has everything I like in a car: it's quick, looks classy, and does the comfort side as well. And it's a great family car: I've got two young daughters, so it's perfect for me." he said as quoted from the CAR.
Steven Gerrard and his 2012 Convertible Jaguar XKR. (Picture from: http://cars.uk.msn.com/)
Steven Gerrard's XKR is convertible type in 2012 which has a price of around £85,000 (or approx U.S. $129,543; Rp. 1.3 billion). The power generated by the engine is 510 hp. And the car can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 kph) in just 4.8 seconds and can drive up to the speed of 186 mph (300 kph). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | RESSA HIDAYAT | PIKIRAN RAKYAT 19072013]
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