Elvis Presley is a man that needs no introduction. The “King of Rock and Roll” is one of the most iconic musicians that ever lived, and it would be difficult to find somebody who doesn’t know who this legend is. However, one thing that people might not be aware of is how much of a gearhead the musician actually was.

He had a car collection fit for a king, and he is estimated to have owned over 200 cars in his lifetime. Cadillacs had a special place in his heart, and he also loved other American cars such as Chryslers and Lincolns. Also, he had several motorcycles, dune buggies, scooters, and golf carts. In fact, his collection was so large that 20 of his favorite cars are displayed today at the Elvis Presley Auto Museum in Memphis.

Today, we have compiled a list of 15 surprising facts about the King Of Rock’s car collection. Let’s get right to it!

15 He Once Shot His De Tomaso Pantera As It Wouldn’t Start

14 He Owned More Than 100 Cadillacs In His Lifetime

Elvis Presley is known to have owned more than 100 Cadillacs in his lifetime. He would just walk into dealerships and buy them by the dozen. In fact, one day, he bought 32 of them and gave them all away in one afternoon. Of course, he didn’t drive most of these cars and gave so many of them away.

13 He Repainted His BMW 507 Red Because Fans Would Write Messages On It In Red Lipstick

In 1959, Elvis Presley purchased the luxurious BMW 507 in white. However, because avid female fans were constantly leaving messages on it in red lipstick, he decided to paint it red. After remaining in a dusty barn for years, in 2016, it was restored by BMW and brought back to its former glory.

12 His 1954 Cadillac Sedan Caught On Fire And Completely Burned Down

In a freak accident, his pink 1954 Cadillac Sedan caught on fire. Elvis claimed that the night before, he was staring at it and thinking that it’s one of the most beautiful cars he’s ever seen. Perhaps he gave it the bad eye. Thankfully, he and his girlfriend were unharmed.

11 His First Car Purchase Was A 1941 Lincoln

His first ever car purchase was a 1941 Lincoln, but contrary to popular belief, this wasn’t his first car. His first one was offered to him by his father, and it was a 1952 Lincoln Zephyr that his dad had bought for $50. It became Elvis’ very first car, and it was mostly used to go on dates.

10 He Gave Away So Many Cars

Elvis Presley was famous for giving away so many cars, most of them Cadillacs. He offered cars to his dentist, doctor, band members, and bodyguards, and he even gifted some to strangers. Also, he gave away six cars to his maid and cook, three of them Cadillacs.

9 He Was The First American To Own A Stutz Blackhawk

During the ’70s, Elvis Presley bought many Stutz, and he was the first ever American to own one. He was actually offered a pre-production prototype of the car, but sadly, he crashed it and ended up keeping it in storage. His 1973 Stutz is iconic as the last ever photo of Elvis was taken in it.

8 Most Of His Cars Were American-Made

Elvis was a very patriotic guy, and it shows in his choice of cars. Although he did own a few foreign cars such as a Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, and BMW, the majority of his fleet consisted of American-made cars. He loved Cadillacs, of course, but also Lincolns and Chryslers.

7 He Was A Very Impulsive Car Buyer

In 1962, Elvis Presley visited a dealership in Memphis and saw the Ford Thunderbird, a car that was only produced 200 times. He asked for the price, to which the dealer replied $61,000, and he told him he would take it right there and then. He sent somebody to pick up his Cadillac, and he went home in the Thunderbird fifteen minutes later.

6 He Used His 1954 Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Limousine To Stock The Grounds

In 1954, Elvis bought a Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Limousine in blue, but he had it painted yellow. He would use this car to stock the grounds, hauling chickens, ducks, guinea pigs, and even a turkey back to Graceland. It was left in such bad condition that although it was fumigated, it was just never the same again.

5 He Squashed Grapes On A White Cadillac Eldorado To Show The Customizer The Color He Wanted

In June, 1956, Elvis flew to Houston, Texas, to buy a Cadillac Eldorado. It was originally white, but he took it to famous car customizer Jimmy Sanders and squished a handful of grapes on it in order to show him the exact color he wanted it to be. However, Elvis let the car go in December, 1957.

4 There Is An Elvis Presley Car Museum In Memphis, Tennessee

In Memphis, there is a car museum with around 20 of Elvis’ favorite cars, and it is known to be one of the most legendary car museums ever. It was first opened in 1989, and some of the cars displayed include his 1956 Cadillac ElDorado Convertible, his dune buggy, his 1975 Dino Ferrari, and much, much more.

3 His 1975 Ferrari Dino 308 GT 4 Is Displayed In The Auto Museum At Graceland

Today, Elvis Presley’s iconic 1975 Ferrari Dino 308 GT 4 is displayed in the Auto Museum at Graceland, where several of his favorite cars are shown to the public. Elvis didn’t often purchase foreign cars, though he did own a Rolls-Royce, a BMW, and this very special Ferrari.

2 His Last Known Photograph Was In A 1973 Blackhawk III

The last time Elvis was photographed, he was driving his 1973 Stutz Blackhawk III. This was probably his favorite car of the ’70s. On August 16, 1977, he was photographed in it as he headed home after a visit to the dentist. Sadly, he passed away a couple of hours later.

1 He Owned More Than 200 Cars In His Lifetime

Elvis Presley is estimated to have owned over 200 cars in his lifetime. He also liked motorcycles, buggies, scooters, and golf carts. No wonder he used to gift some to complete strangers! As mentioned earlier, the majority of the cars were American-made, and he is estimated to have owned more than 100 Cadillacs.

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Below is an up-to-date article regarding the AGENT KING adult animated series which is in the works to be aired on the Netflix channel.  But, still no date for the actual airing.

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Elvis Presley Animated Series Agent King Coming to Netflix

Published 3 days ago on February 13, 2020

By Andy Sanders

Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, earned a black belt in Karate, indulged “Suspicious Minds,” and obtained particular agent standing from President Nixon. Priscilla Presley will put all these collectively within the upcoming Agent King, an grownup animated comedy sequence which can run on Netflix, in accordance to Selection.

The sequence additionally merges ideas behind each Marvel and DC legends, and the mythology of The Gong Present‘s Chuck Barris, who might or might not have been an murderer for the CIA, in accordance to the e-book and film Confessions of a Harmful Thoughts. In Agent King, Elvis will shake his pelvis throughout working hours however will remodel into an secret agent who retains America secure.

“From the time Elvis was a younger boy he all the time dreamed of being the superhero combating crime and saving the world! Agent King lets him do exactly that,” Priscilla Presley stated in an announcement.

That is true. Elvis earned a seventh-degree black belt. Whereas there may be some debate over this, his coach, Chito-Ryu stylist Hank Slemansky, insisted Presley do it proper as a result of the martial artwork was getting a nasty fame from too many faux or dangerous black belt claimants. Presley began his coaching whereas he was nonetheless within the military, incomes his first-degree black belt in 1960. He was additionally very happy with the drug company badge he obtained from the president.

Priscilla Presley co-created the sequence with John Eddie. It’s being developed by Sony Footage Animation, Sony Footage Tv, and Genuine Manufacturers Group. Mike Arnold (Archer) shall be a showrunner, author and government producer for the brand new sequence. It’s being government produced by Jamie Salter (Elvis Presley: The Searcher), in addition to Cory Slater (Elvis All-Star Tribute) and Marc Rosen (Sense8).

Presley’s animated wardrobe shall be designed by the legendary John Varatos. There isn’t any phrase but on whether or not he wears the identical cape he often carried out in over his customized, sweat-absorbing stage jumpsuit.

No Agent King launch date has been introduced.

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