Amithabh Bhachchan ande Jaya Bachchan can be seen taking a ride in their latest car - The Mini Cooper. Probably Aishwarya Rai is at the back seat! A quick look into the history of the most iconic hatchback: The first Mini car was introduced in the year of 1959 in a 2 door version and later on this emerged into many other models, which included crossovers and convertibles. Then in the year of 1994, BMW originally took over parent company of Mini and finally from 2000 Mini is fully owned by BMW. The fresh range of Mini cars in India comprise of Countryman, Hatchbacks and Convertible. Among the hatchback, two models have broken cover during Auto Expo, 2012 i.e. Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S. Like our Facebook Page for more updates. Cheers :)
Acquirnig the second hand bike made the actor the first among Mollywood actors owning a SuperBike. This is a 2003 model Honda CBR 954 Fireblade . Source
Here is one pic of the actor's Range Rover.This has probably been misunderstood as a Range Rover Evoque as many bollywood related sites have posted so. The Range Rover (L322) (usually known simply as the Range Rover) is the third-generation Range Rover model from British car maker Land Rover. Introduced in 2002, the model moved further up-market. Planned and developed under BMW ownership the third generation was to share components and systems (electronics, core power units etc.) with the 7 Series (E38). It was designed to accommodate BMW's M62 V8 engines for future models. The manual transmission was dropped entirely, leaving only the automatic. The 7 Series electronics system was being phased out during the development of the third-generation Range Rover and being replaced with the electronics from the BMW E39 5 Series. Source
Here is a video in which GV Prakash talk about his car- The Jaquar XJ. He also says that he would go for a Ferrari in the future. After Harris and Yuvan here is GV Prakash going big - bigger than the superstars of the industry! The Jaguar XJ is the name of a series of flagship, full-size, luxury cars sold by the British automobile company, Jaguar. The XJ line has had a long history, with the first model released in 1968. The original model was the last Jaguar saloon to have had the input of Sir William Lyons, the company's founder, and the model has been featured in countless media and high profile appearances. The current Jaguar XJ was launched in 2009. It is one of the official cars of the royal families and UK Prime Minister. In keeping with Ian Callum's new design direction for Jaguar, it is an all-new exterior design and a break from the XJ series mould carried over on all previous generations. It is a longer, wider car that looks much bigger than its predecessor.The front has clear links with the executive car XF, although with slimmer, sleeker lights and a larger, squarer grille and more aggressive appearance. The rear is the contentious part, like nothing Jaguar has shown before. The upright, swooping taillights, nicknamed 'cat's claws', and black roof panels each side of the rear screen, which aim to hide the XJ's width, are the most striking aspects. There is also a standard full-length sunroof, that extends all the way back with just a single body-coloured roof panel that the designer likens to bridges on yachts.
Harris Jayaraj also owns a Lamborghini Gallardo and Maseratti GT. The Hummer H3 is a SUV/Sport Utility Vehicle from General Motors' Hummer division produced from 2005 to 2010. It is based on the GMT355 underpinning the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon compact pickup trucks. Produced at GM's Shreveport, Louisiana factory and the Port Elizabeth plant in South Africa, the H3 is the smallest among the Hummer models, and the first to be built by GM. It was available either as a traditional midsize SUV or as a midsize pickup known as the H3T.
Chiranjeevi is one among the few celebrities who own a Rolls Royce and a Phantom in particular! This was gifted by his son Ram Charan Theja. The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a saloon automobile made in the United Kingdom by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, a BMW subsidiary. It was launched in 2003 and is the first model introduced during the BMW era. The Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé, and the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé, are both based on the 2003 Phantom. It also won the Top Gear Car of the Year Award for 2003. It now serves as its flagship model.Here are some unique features of the Rolls Royce:
Customers can choose from 44,000 paint colours, and specify any leather colour.
The vehicle's unique instrument panel has no tachometer. Instead it has a power reserve dial that indicates how much of the engine's power is not being used and available to the driver.
The rear doors are rear-hinged, a style commonly referred to as suicide doors, but called 'coach doors' by Rolls-Royce. Because of the rear-seating position in relation to the rear inner-door handles, buttons are mounted on both C-pillars which operate hydraulic motors in order to close the rear doors. An electronic lock prevents the doors from being accidentally opened when moving.
The car will automatically brake to a walking speed if a coach door remains open when driving off.
When front or rear doors are opened, umbrella compartments built into the rear doors are accessible. The factory supplied umbrellas are Teflon coated so they, and the compartment they are stored, dry out faster.
The traditional Spirit of Ecstasy ornament has an automatic electronic retraction mechanism to prevent theft and protect pedestrians in the event of an accident. It may also be retracted by the driver at the touch of a button, or when the alarm is armed. The ornament base contains a sensor that detects movement, and will retract it if someone tampers with it.
The 'RR' logos on each of the wheel hubs are independent bezels in order to always remain upright while the wheel is rotating.
Santhanam is one of the leading comedian in the industry and is great demand. Its no doubt that he has turned into the Range Rover- one of the best in the car industry! News is that he has already booked a Rolls Royce Ghost and awaiting delivery. Director Shankar is the other personality who owns a Rolls Royce in Kolly Town Source
This snap has been circulating in various Facebook pages but the car doesnt belong to him. There are news that he has booked a Volvo S60. Being different - just like his films!
The BMW X6 is a mid-size luxury crossover released for sale in the second quarter of 2008 for the 2009 model year by German automaker BMW. The X6 was marketed as a Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) by BMW. It combines the attributes of an SUV (high ground clearance, all wheel drive and all-weather ability, large wheels and tires) with the stance of a coupé (bold styling, dramatic sloping roof).
The concept model debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show and the production X6 officially debuted at the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and Montreal International Auto Show. While slightly longer and wider than the X5, it is significantly lower and seated initially only four, and since 2011, optionally five. It is built in BMW's North American plant in Greer, South Carolina alongside the BMW X5, whose platform it shares. It is dubbed a "Sports Activity Coupé (SAC)" by BMW. A hybrid version, the BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid, which will be the first such vehicle from BMW, was also announced.Later, in April 2009, the sporty X6 M version was announced, with a 555 hp (414 kW) 4.4-liter turbocharged V8
This pic seems to be a little old. Honda Civic is Now that she is busy in Bollywood we can expect a higher end car sometime soon! By the way, the color of the car is cool! The Honda Civic is a line of subcompact and subsequently compact cars made and manufactured by Honda. The models vary across continents but come with the name Civic. Source
Bachchan family recently acquired the Mini Cooper Countrymen. This should be a city car for the family which owns a Bentley, Rolls Royce, TLC and much more. A quick look into the history of the most iconic hatchback: The first Mini car was introduced in the year of 1959 in a 2 door version and later on this emerged into many other models, which included crossovers and convertibles. Then in the year of 1994, BMW originally took over parent company of Mini and finally from 2000 Mini is fully owned by BMW. The fresh range of Mini cars in India comprise of Countryman, Hatchbacks and Convertible. Among the hatchback, two models have broken cover during Auto Expo, 2012 i.e. Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S. Like our Facebook Page for more updates. Cheers :)
Ranbir Kapoor also owns a Range Rover Sport apart from this German beast which we have already posted.
The Audi R8 (Typ 42) is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German automaker Audi AG in 2006. The car was exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi AG's high performance private subsidiary company, quattro GmbH, and is based on the Lamborghini Gallardo platform.The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built around space frame principles. The car is built by quattro GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi's 'aluminium site' at Neckarsulm in Germany.
In 2005, Audi announced that the name of the successful Audi R8 race car would be used for a new road car in 2007, the Audi R8, based on the Audi Le Mans quattro concept car, appearing at the 2003 International Geneva Motor Show, and 2003 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The R8 road car was officially launched at the Paris Auto Show on 30 September 2006. There was some confusion with the name, which the car shares with the 24 Hours of Le Mans winning R8 Le Mans Prototype (LMP). 6-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Jacky Ickx described the R8 as "the best handling road car today"
Mammootty and his son Dulquer Salmaan were present among the crowd for offering the special prayers on the Eid day. The stars Dad-Son came in their Land Cruiser. Visit the source for more pics.
Toyota Land Cruiser facelift was burning stage in Auto Expo 2012. This super luxurious SUV in India carries a whopping price tag of Rs 88,48,093 (ex-showroom Mumbai). Such a jaw dropping price is enough to make a style statement by the owner of a Land Cruiser. The Toyota Land Cruiser is powered by a 4.5 litre 32 valve DOHC V8 diesel engine that produces a maximum power of 195 BHP at 3400 RPM and torque 650 Nm between 1600 to 2600 RPM. The new SUV boasts of new front grille, headlamps with HID low beams and freshly designed bumpers. The Land Cruiser has a seating capacity of eight, with three-across seating in the second and third rows. Toyota Land Cruiser SUV, the costliest for wheeler of Toyota in India is essentially a four wheel drive with automatic transmission and the beast is truly dominant on any kind of Indian road conditions. Source
We have already posted a pic of Surya dropping his child in the Ducati. The bike surely suits the actor.
The Ducati Monster (called Il Mostro in Italian) is a motorcycle designed by Miguel Angel Galluzzi and produced by Ducati in Bologna, Italy since 1993. It is a naked bike, characterized by an exposed engine and frame. The deliberate use of the trellis frame in the Ducati monster is an integral part of the motorcycle's design allowing for both aesthetic appeal and for structural efficiency.In 2005, Monster sales accounted for over half of Ducati's worldwide sales. Ducati motorcycles use almost exclusively 90° V-twin engines, which they call L-twins, with desmodromic valves, and tubular steel trellis frame, features designed by Fabio Taglioni (1920–2001).
In April 2010, the Monster 796 was announced, producing a factory-claimed 87 hp (65 kW)
The Monster line has had numerous variations over the years, from entry level 400 cc (24 cu in) bikes up to top of the line 130 hp (97 kW) multivalve, water-cooled superbike-engined versions, with as many as nine different Monster versions in a single model year.The Monster's elemental simplicity has also made it a favorite platform for custom motorcycle builders, showcased at competitions like the Monster Challenge. Monsters eventually accounted for two-thirds or more of Ducati's output.
The BMW X6 is a mid-size luxury crossover released for sale in the second quarter of 2008 for the 2009 model year by German automaker BMW. The X6 was marketed as a Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) by BMW. It combines the attributes of an SUV (high ground clearance, all wheel drive and all-weather ability, large wheels and tires) with the stance of a coupé (bold styling, dramatic sloping roof).
The concept model debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show and the production X6 officially debuted at the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and Montreal International Auto Show. While slightly longer and wider than the X5, it is significantly lower and seated initially only four, and since 2011, optionally five. It is built in BMW's North American plant in Greer, South Carolina alongside the BMW X5, whose platform it shares. It is dubbed a "Sports Activity Coupé (SAC)" by BMW. A hybrid version, the BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid, which will be the first such vehicle from BMW, was also announced.Later, in April 2009, the sporty X6 M version was announced, with a 555 hp (414 kW) 4.4-liter turbocharged V8
Mohanlal's MB S Class and Jayaram's TLC can be seen parked together. Jayaram also owns a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.
The Mercedes-Benz W221(Chasis code) was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2005 with sales starting in autumn of 2005 and export to other markets beginning in 2006. Ever since the car has been a symbol of luxury and is regarded to be the best luxury sedan. The main competitors to this model are the German rivals Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series.
Toyota Land Cruiser facelift was burning stage in Auto Expo 2012. This super luxurious SUV in India carries a whopping price tag of Rs 88,48,093 (ex-showroom Mumbai). Such a jaw dropping price is enough to make a style statement by the owner of a Land Cruiser. The Toyota Land Cruiser is powered by a 4.5 litre 32 valve DOHC V8 diesel engine that produces a maximum power of 195 BHP at 3400 RPM and torque 650 Nm between 1600 to 2600 RPM. The new SUV boasts of new front grille, headlamps with HID low beams and freshly designed bumpers. The Land Cruiser has a seating capacity of eight, with three-across seating in the second and third rows. Toyota Land Cruiser SUV, the costliest for wheeler of Toyota in India is essentially a four wheel drive with automatic transmission and the beast is truly dominant on any kind of Indian road conditions. Source
Mammooty's latest car Audi A7 is seen along with Mohanlal's Merc S Class.
The Mercedes-Benz W221(Chasis code) was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2005 with sales starting in autumn of 2005 and export to other markets beginning in 2006. Ever since the car has been a symbol of luxury and is regarded to be the best luxury sedan. The main competitors to this model are the German rivals Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series.
The Audi A7 is a style-focused luxury sedan intended to compete with the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class and the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe. Based on the more conventionally-styled A6 sedan, this four-door coupe brings a new level of style to the segment and gives the pioneering CLS a run for its money.While its Mercedes and BMW counterparts bring a V8 to the fight, Audi instead is relying on a supercharged 3.0-liter V6, which it interestingly refers to as a 3.0T. This force-fed V6 is good for 310 horsepower, 325 lb-ft of torque and a zero-to-60 mph sprint of 5.4 seconds. Those who want the power of a V8 should check out the A7's performance-oriented S7 variant, however.
This pic was taken during the shoot of Seniors. It is said that the car was most probably taken for test drive. As of now Jayaram doesnt own a Jaguar. The Jaguar XF (codename: X250) is an executive car produced by British car manufacturer Jaguar which was first revealed in autumn 2007 as a replacement for the Jaguar S-Type. The XF is the English rival to the German trio, the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series and Mercedes Benz E-Class. Jaguar XF was launched in 2008 and received a positive response from the richies in India.Jaguar XF was in true sense, a head-turner for the Tata-owned British luxury car maker, Jaguar. After a steep decline in sales during recent years, the company went back to pencil and paper and redesigned its XF saloon. With the face-lifted XF, Jaguar has the potential to really take the fight to the German trio of BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. The XF, which takes-on other premium luxury sedans such as the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Audi A6, offers a great substitute in a section which is otherwise only occupied firmly by the German auto giants. But as these three big German luxury car makers launched updated versions of their offerings in this segment recently, the task Jaguar is rather tough. Source
Mahesh Babu also owns a TLC which he recently gifted his 6 year old son! The Range Rover (L322) (usually known simply as the Range Rover) is the third-generation Range Rover model from British car maker Land Rover. Introduced in 2002, the model moved further up-market. Planned and developed under BMW ownership the third generation was to share components and systems (electronics, core power units etc.) with the 7 Series (E38). It was designed to accommodate BMW's M62 V8 engines for future models. The manual transmission was dropped entirely, leaving only the automatic. The 7 Series electronics system was being phased out during the development of the third-generation Range Rover and being replaced with the electronics from the BMW E39 5 Series. Source
Finally we have atleast a pic of Mammootty with a Range Rover even though he doesnt own it. Sometime later this year we will be able to watch Mammootty's role as Raja Raja Kammath in the multi starer Kammath and Kammath with Dileep, Kunchako Boban and Tamil Star Dhanush in a special appearance. Earlier when he sold off his SUVs, the buzz was that ho would go for a Range Rover. Thats where this pic bocomes important!
A R Rahman took delivery of the first Etios in Chennai. ARR composed the theme of the Etios ad which has really caught the ears and eyes of the public. The Toyota Etios is a line of four-door sedan and hatchback cars produced by Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota for the Indian automotive market since 2010. The Etios nameplate comes from the Greek "Ethos", meaning spirit, character, and ideas. The sedan version was launched in December 2010 and the Liva hatchback was launched in June 2011. On May 2012, the Etios Series clocked a sale of 1 lakh units in India. Source
Yuvan also owns an Aston Martin V8V. Awesome! Yuvan has both the cars is white and they look absolutely stunning. Shah Rukh Khan also owns the 6 Series but the convertible version of the coupe.
The BMW 6 Series is a grand tourer/executive coupe automobile manufactured by BMW. In 2003, 14 years after production ceased, BMW released the all new E63/E64 which was available as a coupé and convertible, based on the chassis of the E60 5 Series sedan. Models were the 645Ci (later replaced with the 650i) and the 630i, while the highest performance model is the BMW M6. The second-generation 6 Series (E63) was produced from 2003-2010, filling the hole in the lineup left since the end of the 8 Series' production. It is based on the underpinnings of the E60 5 Series. Compared to the 5 Series saloon/touring, the 6 Series coupe/cabriolet has more emphasis on performance as opposed to practicality and it is priced close to the flagship 7 Series saloon Source
Ram Charan was spotted at Jubilee hills driving the Phantom which he gifted his dad! The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a saloon automobile made in the United Kingdom by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, a BMW subsidiary. It was launched in 2003 and is the first model introduced during the BMW era. The Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé, and the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé, are both based on the 2003 Phantom. It also won the Top Gear Car of the Year Award for 2003. It now serves as its flagship model.Here are some unique features of the Rolls Royce:
Customers can choose from 44,000 paint colours, and specify any leather colour.
The vehicle's unique instrument panel has no tachometer. Instead it has a power reserve dial that indicates how much of the engine's power is not being used and available to the driver.
The rear doors are rear-hinged, a style commonly referred to as suicide doors, but called 'coach doors' by Rolls-Royce. Because of the rear-seating position in relation to the rear inner-door handles, buttons are mounted on both C-pillars which operate hydraulic motors in order to close the rear doors. An electronic lock prevents the doors from being accidentally opened when moving.
The car will automatically brake to a walking speed if a coach door remains open when driving off.
When front or rear doors are opened, umbrella compartments built into the rear doors are accessible. The factory supplied umbrellas are Teflon coated so they, and the compartment they are stored, dry out faster.
The traditional Spirit of Ecstasy ornament has an automatic electronic retraction mechanism to prevent theft and protect pedestrians in the event of an accident. It may also be retracted by the driver at the touch of a button, or when the alarm is armed. The ornament base contains a sensor that detects movement, and will retract it if someone tampers with it.
The 'RR' logos on each of the wheel hubs are independent bezels in order to always remain upright while the wheel is rotating.
This car was gifted by her dad after watching her performance in Paa. Vidya had already decided to buy thus car but postponed it. But her dad bought the car and gifted her. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a range of executive cars manufactured by Mercedes-Benz in various engine and body configurations. The E initially stood for Einspritzmotor (German for fuel injection engine); a new feature in volume production vehicles at the time that the E-Class first appeared, with the E as a suffix to the engine nomenclature (e.g. 230E) in the 1950s. It was not until the launch of the facelifted W124 that the E was used as a prefix (i.e., E220) and the model referred to officially as the E-Class (or E-Klasse). At this time all Mercedes cars used fuel injection and the company felt it was not necessary to add this as a distinguishing feature. Due to the E-Class's size and durability, the cars also frequently serve as taxis in European countries. Older models like the W123 and W124 are used in Malaysia as inter-state taxis, and the W211 is used in Singapore as a taxi. Mercedes-Benz also offers special-purpose vehicles (e.g., police or ambulance modifications) from the factory Source
