What does A lost Corvette, a twin-turbo Camaro, and a one-of-31 purple Ferrari have in common? One man: Mario Andretti. He ruled Formula 1, conquered IndyCar, tamed Le Mans, and won the Daytona 500. And his car collection? It’s not just rare… it’s legendary. But wait till you hear about the car that he crashed not once but thrice. Let’s get started.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Back in 2015, a silver 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 popped up on eBay with a Pennsylvania plate that read: “MA 500.” And here’s the twist , that ZR1 once belonged to racing legend Mario Andretti. Yep, the same Andretti who dominated tracks around the world. Photos of the listing showed Andretti himself posing next to the car, adding serious weight to its authenticity. But what shocked everyone is that the car didn’t sell. The auction ended on January 8th, 2015 and no one hit the reserve price. No buyer. No sale. Just silence. And since then… the car’s vanished. No updates. No sightings. Just one question: Where is Mario Andretti’s Corvette now?
2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Before Andretti grabbed the ZR1, he was already rolling in style with this 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Yep, he’s a Corvette loyalist. Originally bought in May 2001 by Andretti, this car has changed hands a few times since. As the first owner, Andretti only clocked around 5,000 miles before parting ways with it. Dressed in quicksilver metallic paint, riding on red-rimmed wheels, and featuring a black and red interior, this car had presence. and on top of that it had a powerful aluminum block LS6 engine, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, delivering a solid 385 horsepower. So, next time you scroll through car listings… remember: legendary rides like these are out there—you just have to look.
1946 Ford Super Deluxe
It wasn’t Mario Andretti’s personal ride, but this is where it all started. When the Andretti family arrived in the U.S. from Italy in June 1955, the first car they ever owned was a 1946 Ford Super Deluxe, which was a two-door convertible that could barely fit three people. It wasn’t fast. In fact, it crawled from 0 to 60 in a sluggish 18.9 seconds. But what it lacked in speed, it made up for in memories. For young Mario, crammed in the back seat on family road trips, it was the beginning of a dream that would one day lead to racing glory.
1984 Lamborghini Countach S
Now you are going to notice a serious Lamborghini pattern as we go down this list, starting with the 1984 Lamborghini Countach 5000S. This beast packed a 5.0-liter V12 and a five-speed manual that delivered 371 horsepower straight to the rear wheels. Now, here’s where it gets wild. Only 321 units of the 5000 S were ever made. One of them belonged to Mario Andretti himself and this was the car he chose for his personal collection. Not some soft cruiser or subtle collector piece. A full-blown red Countach, with tan interior and custom pinstriping that features Andretti’s own logo. Even the mirrors carry his name. The car recently underwent a full mechanical overhaul, restoring it to factory-fresh condition, inside and out. The carbureted engine still roars with a sound that newer, fuel-injected models just can’t match. The Countach first dropped jaws at the 1971 Geneva Auto Show, and decades later, it’s still in a league of its own. The looks. The sound. The legacy. And Mario didn’t stop at just one. He also had the 1989 Anniversary Countach sitting in his garage, because one Countach clearly wasn’t enough. But owning a Countach is one thing. Owning Mario Andretti’s Countach? That’s next level.
1991 Lamborghini Diablo
And now, we step into the truly iconic 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. This exact red beast was first delivered to none other than Andretti himself, right at his home in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. A rare delivery for a rare man. It stayed with him for years before passing through several hands across the U.S., but Andretti was its very first owner and that fact alone adds serious weight to its legacy. It has the original mid-mounted 5.7-liter DOHC V12 engine. It was removed, serviced, and reinstalled in 2021 to keep it purring like new. When it was new from the factory, the Diablo was rated at 485 horsepower and had a top speed of 200 mph, making it one of the fastest street legal cars in the world at the time. And while it may be a 90s icon, this Diablo isn’t stuck in the past. It’s got a Bluetooth system now, but don’t count on the air conditioning. It’s broken. So if you’re driving it, you’d better be going fast enough to make your own breeze. Red exterior, tan interior, scissor doors that still grab attention like it’s 1991. It looks just as stylish now as it did when Andretti first revved it up in his driveway. Today, Diablos in top condition sell for over $300,000, and that’s without a celebrity connection.
2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
And then… comes the beast dressed in all black. This is the Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 Roadster. Unlike the flashy Countach or the bold Diablo, this one doesn’t scream — it stares you down. It has a 6.5-liter V12, teamed up with a six-speed e-gear transmission. That’s 631 horsepower and 487 lb-ft of torque just waiting to launch. Inside it has leather everywhere, from the steering wheel to the dashboard, center console, door panels, and even the shift knob gets a luxury touch. It’s dark, rich, and race-ready.
2014 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4
There’s another Lamborghini.But this one’s different. as it’s his Bright orange—technically “Arancio Argos”—with carbon fiber detailing, Aventador . Andretti drove it for just 6,000 miles before selling it. But he didn’t just hand over the keys, he left a note under the front bonnet: “Pls take care of my car.” Even after upgrading to the more powerful Aventador S with 729 horsepower, this car held a different kind of value. On days when things felt heavy, Andretti would walk into the garage. He’d turn the key, VROOOM and suddenly, the day felt lighter. “I have a CD of Pavarotti, and I put that on,” he says. and that’s how his lamborghini became his therapy.
Ferrari 360 Modena
If you ever want to spot a legend behind the wheel, here’s a hot tip—Head to Andretti Winery in Napa Valley. That’s where Mario Andretti has been spotted cruising in his yellow Ferrari 360 Modena. This sleek two-seater packs a 3.6-liter V8 mid-engine, cranking out 400 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. And even if he’s just gliding through wine country roads, this beast can tear up the track with a top speed of 183 mph. Its Bright yellow on the outside, and pure black leather luxury on the inside is impossible to ignore.
1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS
Now here’s where things get seriously rare… Between 1967 and 1974, Ferrari produced only 31 Dino 246 GTS models in the stunning Viola color. Just thirty-one in the world, and out of that Andretti had one parked in his garage. Whether he still owns it or not is a mystery. But let’s be honest, if he sold it, he probably walked away with six figures easily. That’s how much these ultra-rare Dinos go for today. Andretti once told The Telegraph, ‘I’ve had a lot of Lamborghinis and Ferraris’ and by now you know he wasn’t kidding.
1976 Lotus Elite
What if I told you one of the coolest Lotus cars ever made, that was gifted to racing legend Mario Andretti, sold for just £11,250? yes. This 1976 Lotus Elite was personally handed to Andretti by Lotus founder Colin Chapman, who wanted his F1 star to be seen in the brand’s most luxurious model. The car featured red and cream leather seats, power steering, and even automatic transmission. It had a 2.0-liter engine pushing 155 horsepower, hitting 0–60 in 7.8 seconds. It sat in dry storage for years, got a new battery and minor service recently. What’s shocking is that despite the history, the performance, and Mario freaking Andretti, it went for the price of a used Honda..
1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air
before Mario Andretti became a racing legend… he wrecked his very first car. Three times. Here’s what happened, When Mario’s father, Alvise Andretti, was ready to upgrade from their old Ford, Mario and his twin brother Aldo had just one request: “Get the ‘57 Chevy Bel-Air.” And somehow they convinced him. But the flashy red-and-white Bel-Air wasn’t really Alvise’s style. So, he went with a 1951 Buick instead… Which meant Mario and Aldo got the Chevy that too with the iconic gold “V” up front, the signature hardtop, and enough muscle to thrill two teenage speed addicts. That car became Mario Andretti’s first official ride. But it didn’t stay pretty for long. He crashed it. Not once. Not twice. But three times. But for Mario, you could say it was training for greatness.
2011 Chevrolet Camaro
And just when you think the lineup couldn’t get any crazier, here’s a Camaro built in honor of racing legend Mario Andretti. Now wait, Andretti didn’t technically own this beast, but he did drive it onto the SEMA auction stage himself. Magnaflow went all out. under the hood, this Camaro packs a TVS2300 supercharger and a twin-disc clutch, giving it the bite to match its bark. Slide inside and you’ll find custom leather seats, suede pillars, and leather armrests that scream premium. All wrapped in a blazing yellow finish that’s hard to miss. This special 2011 Camaro didn’t end up in Andretti’s garage. Instead, it was auctioned off in 2012, and every dollar went to the Wounded Warrior Project.
