10 Cars Kid Rock Should Get Rid Of (And 10 He Should Never Sell)

Everyone, be it a celebrity or a mere mortal, has their favorite cars and trucks. And while the world may judge a person's level or status by their car, in the end, a car is a personal choice of a person, which may not reflect the state of his bank account at all. And frankly, does the world's opinion about who should drive really matter?

This is definitely not the case for Kid Rock, who rides super-expensive wheels like a Bugatti Veyron but also keeps old classics by his side. Kid Rock may not be the best musician in terms of his fan base, popularity, or even bank balance, but he certainly managed to fund himself and his garage well from the start.

However, some cars are more difficult to maintain than they are fun to drive. And the older the machine, the more time, money and man-hours it requires to be in working condition. Parts are becoming hard to come by, and while these old colossal beauties can be polished and maintained in top condition, their engines look old and need constant rest and rejuvenation.

These are not the kind of cars that you need to take with you on long winding roads, these are the ones that you can appear in and then roll back to the garage. And they also eat into the savings because maintenance overhead is a pain. So while Kid Rock may or may not take this advice, there are 10 cars he could throw away from his collection and 10 cars he should keep forever.

20 Give it a start: Cadillac Eldorado

Eldorado translates to "golden" and this luxury car brand has certainly lived up to its name. His golden—or rather, glory days—came from 1952 to 2002. It spanned ten generations and became Cadillac's top choice in the luxury car segment. More interestingly, in 1973, when the auto industry was hit by the oil crisis, Cadillac introduced its year-long facelift with class-defying features. Kid Rock has the same vintage in the garage. However, compared to today's modern cars, the 1973 Eldorado is a huge land barge and lacks speed.

19 Give It A Start: The WCC Cadillac Limousine

According to CarTrade, this musical genius is known for his distinctive style in music, appearance, and actions, which is probably why his fans adore his hardcore style, even if they can't be considered a crowd. This characteristic style is reflected in the cars parked in its bay. West Coast Customs (from Pimp My Ride fame) teamed up with Kid Rock for his upscale 1975 Cadillac limousine. In 1975, this was a full-length GM line, about 6.4 meters long. The guys at WCC have painted this 210-horsepower V8 Caddy a gorgeous midnight black with gold accents. However, this is an old and forgotten classic. It's good to show up, but it's not the kind of car you want to take on a long trip down the Interstate.

18 Let It Boot: 1957 Chevrolet Apache

The 1957 Chevrolet Apache was a second-generation light pickup truck that used an all-new 4.6-liter V8 engine. During its heyday, the Apache was hailed as a superstar for its exceptional and updated style. In the automotive market, it is called the first pickup truck with an innovative windshield. Most owners adored the look of the pickup, as it featured the open grille that made it iconic in the late sixties. However, time flies and tastes change, and for today's era, the Apache is pretty tacky, especially in the face of handsome mammoths like the Ford Raptor and Chevy Silverado. The aging Apache should now be sent to Relic Time and laid to rest.

17 Give It A Start: Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck

This is the legendary post-war pickup truck. And by legendary, we mean the legend of the past. Consumer buying behavior continues to change over time, and current generation rides are much more comfortable, if not tougher, than older ones. Oddly enough, Kid Rock loves classic cars and he went through the used car market to get this 1947 Chevy 3100. -six under the hood. You may not believe it, but its design was also way ahead of its time. But put it next to a modern Chevy pickup truck and the glory fades away.

16 Give it a start: Pontiac Bonneville

At the time of its debut, the Pontiac Bonneville was one of the heaviest cars on the market due to its sheer size. Some of its variants are also known as the largest Pontiacs ever built. Kid Rock has one that he purchased for a hefty price: a whopping $225,000. The reason was also because Nudy Cohn, a famous car tuner who is also known for his sewing skills, built a custom Bonneville 1964 for Kid Rock. He changed the entire interior of the car and attached a set of six-foot-wide Texas Longhorns to the front. He later used this modified Bonneville in his patriotic anthem "Born Free". Perhaps this is the best way to honor these classic beauties. They look great in the garage and in music videos, but take them out on the road and Kid Rock eats the dust.

15 Give it a start: Ford F-100

The Ford F-series pickup line has a lot of feathers on the cap. He pioneered all-wheel drive technology for trucks and made it available to the masses. Buyers swear by its name as the build quality has been exceptional, especially in the past, making it nearly impossible to dent. In the United States, the F-series has been the best-selling pickup truck since 1977 and the best-selling vehicle since 1986, according to Car and Driver. Any classic car collector would do anything to add it to their collection, and Kid Rock owns a 1959 F-100. These mammoths look good in garages, but they clearly lack power. And maintaining them is a marathon task, especially if the model has been discontinued so long ago. Maybe it would be a good gift to the museum?

14 Give it a start: Pontiac Trans Am

It seems that Kid Rock likes to acquire classic cars just to show them in his music videos. And no doubt these classic beauties add a lot to music videos, if not music. Another of his heirlooms is a 1979 anniversary 10 Pontiac Trans Am that he shot in the film. Joe Dirt. He actually made a cameo appearance in this movie and seemed to really enjoy driving his Trans Am. Well, this is a 10th anniversary collectible car and is a rarity as only 7,500 have been sold. However, this muscle car went off the market about seventeen years ago, and keeping one of them could cost a fortune. In addition, there are plenty of better cars in today's car market.

13 Give it a start: Lincoln Continental

Kid Rock was born in Detroit and loves this city more than anything. He obviously has a soft heart for Detroit metal, which is why he has a Lincoln Continental in his fleet. He decided to show off his 1967 Lincoln in his upcoming music video for "Roll On" since the car was also born in Detroit. Ford is the heart and soul of this auto city, and Kid Rock wanted to express that in his music album. It's a good idea, and he drove the car on the roads of his favorite city during the filming of the video. According to Motor1, the car is popular with collectors and has appeared in many films. They look good, but in the garage they are nothing more than an eye-catcher.

12 Give it a start: Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Chevrolet invaded the muscle car segment with the Chevelle SS in the mid-90s and was poised to challenge its competitors. This supercar was a real powerhouse, as it had a gigantic 7.4-liter Big Block V8 engine under its hood that was good enough to pump out peak power of 450 horsepower and 500 ft-lbs of torque. The Chevelle SS is a classic beauty and Kid Rock parked one in his bay in immaculate condition. However, this is an old car that fits in days gone by and has nothing to do with more modern cars, so it deserves to be gently let go.

11 Give it a start: Cadillac V16

According to The Guardian, Kid Rock names his black 1930 Cadillac as the car that scored 100, and it looks flawless in every way. He also mentioned in an interview that his Caddy V16 convertible exudes elegance and snobbery that no other car can match today. However, to be honest, a 30s Caddy doesn't match the current generation of cars, and servicing older cars can cost an arm and a leg too. Rumor has it that his Caddy cost half a million. Well, he might have to shell out a fortune more to keep the machine running, and he probably is. While it's cool to have a couple of classic cars, The Rock has gone a bit over the top with his collection and may need to reshuffle his parts.

10  Keeper: Rolls-Royce Phantom

Having a Rolls-Royce in your driveway means you belong to the upper class, which is considered a must in the elite world. People usually buy it to tell the world that they have reached the pinnacle of success. And why not? This super-luxury vehicle is filled with all the comforts of life and is a bold statement in its own right. If you want to arrive at an extravaganza in style, you should have it in your garage. Kid Rock has a black Rolls-Royce Phantom in mint condition. And it really suits his style in the music world. And frankly, when you ride a Royce, there can be no other wheels for you.

9 Guardian: GMC Sierra 1500

Kid Rock and Rocky Ridge Trucks of Georgia have been friends for a long time. Together they developed one of the best custom cars and enjoyed every part of the association. Kid Rock wanted to customize a GMC Sierra 1500 and Rocky Ridge Trucks went out of their way to please their best customer. For starters, the truck got its signature K2 package, which equips the truck with more ground clearance so it can take down the street. The truck was then fitted with an upgraded 2.9-liter Twin Screw Whipple supercharger, plasma cut "Detroit Cowboy" logos on the tailgate and custom embroidered leather seats. The end result is an incredible custom bully capable of traversing any terrain and, of course, his only comfortable vehicle.

8 Keeper: Chevy Camaro SS

Kid Rock is one of the very few lucky people whose wishes come true on their birthday. So, even if his wish was for the Chevrolet Camaro SS, GM decided to give Kid Rock a 2011 Camaro SS for his 40th birthday. He actually thought he was being swindled and it was all staged. But it was a pleasant surprise, and none other than NASCAR superstar Jimmie Johnson gave him this gift in the form of a musical extravaganza. After the event, he mentioned in an interview that this gesture from GM made his day and it is something that will forever remain in his heart. And we assume that this will make him leave the Camaro for good.

7 Keeper: Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD

Kid Rock, in addition to his music, is also known for his creative work on the heavy duty Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. He exhibited the car at the 2015 SEMA show because his art was a tribute to the workers of the United States. He wanted to tell the whole world about the holiday of freedom. In an interview, he mentioned that GM's Flint plant in Michigan and its industrious workforce are the backbone of the United States economy. His Silverado had a big butterfly emblem on the front grille and patriotic graphics on the outside of the car, so it looked like a dream come true.

6 Keeper: Ford GT

Kid Rock loves classic cars and has a dozen of them in his garage. All of them are in immaculate condition and require astronomical maintenance costs. In essence, his car collection is a combination of old and modern classics. While old classics may not make the right sense in today's era, early 2000s modern classics are worth every penny. One of them is a first generation 2006 Ford GT that is very close to his heart. His father owned the largest Ford dealership in Michigan and he never parted with it, keeping it as a reminder of his childhood.

5 Keeper: Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

The Mustang is an iconic model in the automotive world and every car enthusiast knows this. This is the dream car for every car lover and it claims to own one of the most powerful artificial cars on the planet. The 2018 Ford Mustang Shelby GT 350 Kid of Rock hides under the hood a 5.2-liter V8 power barrel that can produce a peak output of 526 horsepower at a whopping 8,250 rpm. Its engine roars when you hit the accelerator and that's what Kid Rock loves about this supercar. Again, it's a Ford, a Shelby, and a Mustang, so for three main reasons, it's the keeper of Kid Rock.

4 Keeper: Dukes of Hazzard Dodge Charger

We all know about the famous hit series The Dukes of Hazzard. Bo and Luke were driving around in their bright orange Dodge Charger to get their contraband across the South. The car is so phenomenal that dodging cops was never a problem when they were driving their favorite General Lee. Anything was possible since the car was equipped with a phenomenal 7.0-liter engine that could make the car fly like a supersonic jet - at least in the show. This 1969 Dodge Charger may be a rarity today, but Kid Rock has a replica and will never let it go.

3 Keeper: Bugatti Veyron

This is one car that needs no introduction and is a living legend, period. Its unusual design exudes luxury from all angles, as does its exorbitant price. He is called the monarch of all speedy behemoths in the car market, and only the cream of society can afford him. Under the hood of this legendary car is a massive 8.0-liter W16 engine with four turbines. In fact, the W16 engine is formed by splicing two narrow-angle V8 engines. This expensive car with its iconic power figures is worth every penny and Kid Rock should keep it forever.

2 Keeper: Jesse James 1962 Chevrolet Impala

Not all classic cars need protection, and certainly not the legendary Impala. This is one of the cars that enjoys evergreen status in the history of cars. The car has never aged and still rules the show. It has been the dream of every Murican muscle car fan since the day it debuted in the automotive market. Kid Rock also has an electric blue 1962 Chevrolet Impala that was exclusively custom built by Jesse James, who has been associated with the Austin Speed ​​Shop and West Coast Choppers for years. He gave the Impala a brand new avatar, including a 409 V8 as the heart, and it looks even more impressive than before. This one is clearly a goalkeeper.

1 Keeper: Ferrari 458

Many car enthusiasts sincerely believe that the Ferrari 458 is the best of all Ferrari cars ever created by the legendary automaker. According to Carvale, everything about this car is phenomenal, especially its distinctive engine sound that pleases all the senses. We're sure Kid Rock won't mind turning off the music in his car - even if he's playing his own songs - to listen to the sound of this beautiful engine. The 458 is powered by a 4.5-liter Ferrari-Maserati F136 V8 engine producing 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. The supercar takes just 3.4 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill and should be in The Rock's garage for a long time.

Sources: Car and Driver, Motor1, The Guardian and CarTrade.