Tom Cruise: what Jack Reacher rides

"I feel the need, the need for speed"

says Tom Cruise in the 1986 film Top Gun. Adrenaline has been a part of the American movie star's many roles since he first auditioned in Hollywood.

By the way, he performs almost all the tricks himself. Even before retirement age does not stop the actor. During the filming of the sixth part, he broke his ankle, which is why he could not act for several months.

But our gaze is not directed at his acting skills and the reality of stunts. Our eyes are fixed on his garage, and there is something to see. We bring to your attention an overview of the cars that Tom Cruise drives when he is not on set.

Tom Cruise's Auto

Cruz, who turned 58 ten days ago, has spent some of his cinematic income (about $ 560 million) on planes, helicopters and motorcycles, but he also has a passion for cars. Like Paul Newman, he loves to drive not only in movies, but in real life. A number of his four-wheeled "partners" from the set ended up in his garage, or vice versa - from the collection on a wide screen.

Unfortunately, there is no Ferrari 250 GTO from the Vanilla Sky movie among such cars. It was a fake anyway (a redesigned Datsun 260Z). Cruz developed the habit of buying German models and American robust cars.

Buick Roadmaster (1949)

In 1988, Cruise and Dustin Hoffman brought the Buick Roadmaster from Cincinnati to Los Angeles in 1949. The car was used in the cult film Rain Man. Cruise fell in love with the convertible and kept it using it on his travels around the country.

The Buick flagship was very innovative for its day, with VentiPorts for engine cooling and the first hardtop of its kind. The front grill can be described as “teeth,” and when the car went on sale, reporters joked that owners would have to buy a huge toothbrush separately.

Chevrolet Corvette С1 (1958)

This model takes its rightful place in Cruise's garage, as you would expect from such an actor in real life. The first generation of the car looks very impressive in the two-tone blue and white-silver leather in the interior.

Although it is now considered one of the most beloved American cars in history, early reviews were mixed and sales were disappointing. GM was in a rush to get the concept car into production.

Chevrolet Chevelle SS (1970)

Another of Tom's first acquisitions was a powerful V8-powered car. SS stands for Super Sport, while Cruise SS396 develops 355 horsepower. Years later, in 2012, Cruise gave CC the lead role in Jack Reacher.

hevelle was a popular entry in the Nascar series in the 70s but was replaced by the Chevrolet Lumina in the late 80s and early 90s, with Cruise's character Cole Trickle crossing the finish line first in Days of Thunder.

Dodge Colt (1976)

Cruise's car baptism was with a used Dodge Colt, which could be said to be "a car from Detroit." But it's actually made by Mitsubishi in Japan. At 18, Cruise hopped into a 1,6-liter compact model and headed to New York to pursue acting.

Porsche 928 (1979)

The actor and this car starred in the film Risky Business, which paved the way for Cruz in cinema. The 928 was originally designed as a replacement for the 911. It was less moody, more luxurious and easier to drive.

The model remains the only front-wheel drive coupe of the German company. The car from the movie sold for 45 euros a few years ago, but after filming the movie, Cruz went to a local dealer and bought a 000.

BMW 3 Series E30 (1983)

Cruz made a bet on the BMW i8, M3 and M5 in the final installments of the Mission: Impossible series, but his relationship with the German brand began in 1983 when he bought a new BMW 3 Series with money from supporting roles in Taps (Cadets) and The Outsiders. Both films were full of fresh acting talent, and Cruz proved that a new movie star was born. The E30 was a symbol of his ambition.

Nissan 300ZX SCCA (1988)

Before the Day of Thunder, Cruz had already tried real racing. Legendary actor, driver and racing team leader Paul Newman mentored Tom while filming The Color of Money and inspired the young man to put his immense energy into the track.

The result was a season at the SCCA (Sports Automobile Club of America) Championship, which in 1988 became known as See Cruise Crash Again. Newman-Sharp supplied the numbered 300 red, white and blue Nissan 7ZX and Tom won several races. In most others, he ended up in bump stops. According to his racing rival Roger French, Cruise was too aggressive on the track.

Porsche 993 (1996)

"Porsche will not replace" - 

Cruz said in Risky Business. He owns a few 911s, but when it comes to paparazzi, the 993 is his favorite. The latest air-cooled Carrera is an improvement over its predecessor, and also better thanks to British designer Tony Heather.

The development was led by Ulrich Betsu, a very serious German businessman who later became CEO of Aston Martin. All in all, 993 is a modern classic, the price of which is steadily increasing in contrast to the films of Cruise.

Ford Excursion (2000)

When you're one of the most famous actors of all time, it's a good idea to have a paparazzi lens-proof car. The sprawling and tank-like Ford Cruise would definitely make the TMZ team back out, although it's clear they are using the car as bait. Tom once used three identical SUVs to distract the paparazzi while picking up his child and wife from the hospital.

Bugatti Veyron (2005)

Thanks to its 1 horsepower from its 014-liter W8,0 engine, this engineering marvel reached a top speed of 16 km / h on its debut in 407 (reaching 2005 km / h in later tests). Cruz bought it that same year for over $ 431 million.

Then the car came with him to the premiere of "Mission: Impossible III". The car was unable to open the passenger door of Katie Holmes, which led to reddened faces on the red carpet.

Saleen Mustang S281 (2010)

The American muscle car is the perfect vehicle for Tom Cruise's garage. The Saleen Mustang S281 boasts up to 558 horsepower thanks to Californian tuners who modified the Ford V8 engine.

Few cars can deliver so much pleasure for such a modest amount (less than $ 50). Cruz uses it for daily walks, probably at a speed that will make passengers move with their eyes closed. Read more about Tom Cruise's favorite car here.