As one of the greatest players in the history of world football , including sports in general, it is no surprise that Lionel Messi has amassed an incredible car collection thanks to his wealth.
The 2022 World Cup winner from Argentina is said to be worth £480m. The PSG superstar has an enviable supercar garage, including a number of Audis, a rare £4m Pagani Zonda and more.
Lionel Messi owns a huge collection of supercars. PHOTO: SUN SPORTS
But the most impressive car in Lionel Messi’s supercar collection is the Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti which the former Barcelona star bought at auction for £28 million.
Sun Sport (UK) reviews the super cars that Lionel Messi owns:
Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti – £28 million
The most expensive of his supercar collection, Lionel Messi bought this classic Ferrari at auction for a whopping £28 million. Sun Sports reports that Messi beat Cristiano Ronaldo to the Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti as the Portuguese superstar is also known as a car collector.
Messi has a huge fortune from being a football superstar. PHOTO: AFP
Messi shows off Ferrari supercar model on Instagram. PHOTO: SUN SPORTS
When he bought the Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti, Messi showed off his sense of humor on Instagram, posting a picture of himself smiling while holding a miniature model of the car.
Pagani Zonda Roadster – £4 million
Ranked as one of the most expensive and fastest cars in the world, Messi ‘s Pagani is not street legal, it is only allowed to be used on the racetrack.
Pagani has been producing engines since 1999. And according to reports, only 40 Pagani Zonda Roadsters were produced, which is why it is so expensive. Incidentally, Messi’s arch-rival Ronaldo drove a Pagani Huayra in a Nike ad. Implying that the car was too fast, Ronaldo joked that “the car crashed into itself.”
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe – £113,000
The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe is a popular car on the market. PHOTO: SUN SPORTS
A high-performance SUV, this Mercedes is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine. The car has a top speed of 174 mph and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 3.8 seconds. Messi has no excuse to be late for practice when driving this car.
Cadillac Escalade – £70,000
This is an SUV more suited to a family man like Lionel Messi, the Escalade is a luxury vehicle used by many celebrities in the US.
Over the years, everyone from Hollywood stars to the US President has been seen stepping out of an Escalade. Plus, with plenty of space, the Messi family can comfortably fit in this supercar.
Audi R8 Spyder – £118,000
The AUDI R8 costs £118,000. PHOTO: SUN SPORTS
Capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, the R8 is a work of art. In fact, car reviewers give this Audi a 5/5 rating. Messi looks cool in the R8 supercar driving through the streets of Paris.
Range Rover Vogue – £78,740
At Barcelona, Messi is often seen driving a Range Rover Vogue to Camp Nou training. Range Rovers are the most popular SUV among football’s elite, as well as the pinnacle of luxury. Their Vogue model is particularly impressive as it boasts special add-ons, including a Meridian Surround Sound System and 360-degree parking assistance.
Mercedes SLS – £200,000
Mercedes GLS is suitable for car collectors. PHOTO: SUN SPORTS
Sun Sports commented, this is not a car you will drive on the busy streets of Paris, the SLS is definitely a car that should only be kept in the collection for its beauty . The supercar was developed by Mercedes-AMG technical staff.
This German stunner has a retractable rear wing that can be extended at speeds of up to 106 mph. “SLS” stands for “Super Leicht Sport,” which translates to “Super Light Sports Car.” Given Messi’s nickname for the flea, it seems fitting that he should have one in his collection.
Audi Q7 – £61,835
Lionel Messi clearly values family life, owning a reliable, spacious and luxurious Q7. Interestingly, Audi only started making SUVs in 2008. Since then, they have been a dime a dozen among footballers .
Mini Copper Electric – £31,000
Messi’s wife Antonella Roccuzzo has been seen driving a Mini Cooper Electric around Paris on several occasions. PHOTO: GETTY
With the advent of electric cars, Lionel Messi has added a Mini Cooper Electric to his fleet. It is the cheapest car in his collection and is often used by Messi’s wife Antonella Roccuzzo to drive around Paris. Economical and compact, it is the perfect car for city driving.
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale – £110,000
This is the car that is hailed as a “speed demon”. The Maserati GranTurismo is capable of breaking the 186 mph barrier with a top speed of 188 mph. The Maserati GranTurismo is a two-seater masterpiece from the Italian automaker. It has a 4.7-liter, 460-horsepower V8 engine and can glide down the road as fast as Lionel Messi does on the pitch. It is a true gentleman’s car.
