He was the strongest figure in music back in the 90s, that’s why Michael Jackson had been dubbed “The King of Pop”. The whole planet knew, sang and danced their hits. Everyone admired his incredible talent for dancing. The entire world was at the feet of this star that kept raising millions with each album he presented. His dark side was still hidden and the sexual abuse of minors were just rumors that nobody wanted to hear. In the meantime The singer dispatched with his luxurious purchases, among other things, a huge fleet of cars.
Eleven years after his death, on the morning of June 25, 2009, when he suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest in his rented mansion in Holmby Hills, the impressive collection of cars of the millionaire singer continues to attract attention. Extravagant specimens of all kinds formed its own automotive fleet that, in its best years, exceeded 70 vehicles including cars, limousines, trucks and even a golf cart. Here is a review by those who were identified as the most loved by the pop idol.
Limousines
Between the late 1980s and early 1990s, limousines were one of the symbols that distinguished a figure from his stature. The bigger and more detailed they contained inside, the more powerful the star that traveled there was. That is why for Jackson these kinds of cars were among his favorites.
Michael Jackson’s incredible collection of cars.
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The first thing he acquired was a Lincoln Town del ’88, white, very modest compared to those that followed. Inside it had gray leather seats, as well as a TV and a mini bar.
The first, a white ‘Lincoln Town from ’88.
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Then he incorporated a Rolls Silver Spur II Touring Limousine, de 1990. Again, the gray leather and but in this version some more luxuries were incorporated into the cabin that bore the singer’s initials stamped on the seats.
Rolls Silver Spur II Touring Limousine, from 1990, which incorporated some more luxuries.
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It also featured writing accessories hidden behind the center armrest, a remote control for audio and visual equipment. Separate fully automatic air conditioning systems for both compartments and dual-level heating for the front and rear seats, the latter individually adjustable.
Michael Jackson’s incredible collection of cars.
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Towards the end of the 90s, when Jackson’s fame reached its highest levels, he incorporated a new version of the luxurious slime, Rolls Silver Seraph Limousine from ’99.
Rolls Silver Seraph Limousine from ’99, the most expensive of their slimes.
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Its interior is said to have been designed by Michael himself, who tried to imitate the scenery of the Palace of Versailles. All of the gold trim was 24 karat gold.
Its interior was designed by Michael himself, who tried to imitate the scenery of the Palace of Versailles.
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All of the gold trim was 24 karat gold.
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The 1999 version was the one with the most luxuries.
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Autos
El Rolls Royce Phantom VII, is a large ultra-exclusive saloon that was built by the British brand from 1959 to 1968. Its list of owners includes Queen Elizabeth II and her mother, Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. Michael also had one of those among his impressive range of vehicles.
El Rolls Royce Phantom VII.
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Michael Jackson also needed a smaller, more comfortable car to move privately from one side to the other without his presence attracting as much attention. So he bought a Mercedes 500 SEL from 1985. She used it every day to go from her home to the recording studio in Los Angeles. The vehicle remained in his possession until the day of his death, which shows the appreciation I had for him.
Mercedes 500 SEL from 1985.
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A comfortable, powerful, reliable car and much more discreet than all the other machines on the list. Although it was not the only car he had in his gigantic garage.
The 1985 Mercedes 500 SEL was one of his favorites.
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The classic American models also caught Jackson’s attention and so he acquired the Cadillac Fletwood Series 60 del ’54. The 1954-1956 Cadillacs were iconic for the brand that earned a place among the most outstanding cars on the planet. The interior was upholstered in a nylon fabric, wide wool or nylon cloth with a V-Crest design in four colors.
Cadillac Fletwood Series 60 del ’54.
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The 1975 Rolls Corniche Coupé. Again the British brand was chosen by the pop star. Delicately designed, it carried a three-speed automatic transmission, used the standard Rolls-Royce V8 engine and double carburetor.
The 1975 Rolls Corniche Coupé.
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A Ford Econoline E150 acquired in 1993. The cheapest in the collection, but with a number of special details: the truck had a leather interior equipped with television screens for each passenger and a video game console.
Trucks
Ford Econoline E150.
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The Fletwood was not the only vehicle in the Cadillac line that Jackson bought, it was also looking for an imposing truck: Cadillac Escalade. It is the brand’s largest vehicle geared towards luxury and passenger and luggage transport. In addition, it is the SUV that is located at the top of the firm’s range.
Cadillac Escalade, a giant to evade the press.
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Crazy things
A fire truck? A fire truck. Michael Jackson outfitted his famous Neverland Mansion with a 1986 GMC High Sierra 3500. It included the addition of a water tank, hoses, and flashing red lights. The vehicle only had 115 horsepower to run with a full tank of water.
Michael Jackson had a fire truck at his home. A 1986 GMC High Sierra 3500.
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In 1997, the famous singer used a Neoplan Touring micro for his tours of the United States. The opulent bus included leather couches, an en-suite bedroom, and a porcelain, gold, and granite bathroom.
Michael Jackson’s incredible collection of cars.
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The last piece to highlight was its small Nascar race car-style cars. In addition to the golf carts with which he toured his huge property.
Michael Jackson’s incredible collection of cars.
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Questioned, controversial and as cool as it was terrifying, Michael Jackson had a fleet of vehicles that revealed a lot of his personality.
