Manuel Neuer – Audi Q8 E-Tron, 74,400 euros
In Germany, Manuel Neuer is the undisputed number one goalkeeper: the Gelsenkirchen native began his career at FC Schalke 04, but has been playing for FC Bayern Munich for over a decade, with whom he has celebrated numerous sporting successes. His outstanding talent has also earned him international recognition, including being named IFFHS World Goalkeeper of the Year several times. Since the start of the 2023/24 season, Bayern players have been equipped with company cars from their sponsor Audi, with most choosing the RS E-Tron GT, but Neuer opted for the Audi Q8 E-Tron, which is available from €74,400.
Manuel Neuer Audi Q8 E Tron, 74,400 euros
Erling Haaland – Audi RS7, 115,000 euros
At just 21 years old, British-born Erling Haaland, who is of Norwegian descent, has made the leap into the professional soccer league and has been a striker at BVB Dortmund since January 2020, as well as Norway’s most talented international. With a fortune of €30 million, the rising star can afford anything he wants and therefore initially invested in a chic home and several luxury cars, including an Audi RS7 for €115,000 and an Audi Q7 for €60,000, with which he is guaranteed to cause a stir.
Erling Haaland Audi RS7, 115,000 euros
Franck Ribéry – Audi RS7, 113,000 euros
Franck Ribéry played for FC Bayern Munich for 12 years and became a fan favorite after starting his career at Stade Brestois 29 and receiving his first professional contract at FC Metz. in 2005, he moved to Galatasaray Istanbul for five million euros and one season later to Olympique Marseille, where his outstanding playing technique quickly brought him international fame. Today, Ribéry drives an Audi RS7 for 113,000 euros, which is hardly surprising given his salary and wealth to date, as the successful footballer only treats himself to the best.
Franck Ribéry Audi RS7, 113,000 euros
Xherdan Shaqiri – Audi S7, 82,750 euros
Xherdan Shaqiri, repeatedly named Switzerland’s best national player, began his career at FC August in 1999 and moved to FC Basel’s second team in 2008 before being promoted to the first team after just one year. At FC Basel, he scored numerous goals and was named Footballer of the Year in 2011. in 2012, Shaqiri moved to FC Bayern Munich, later played for Inter Milan and is currently with Liverpool FC. In keeping with his dynamism as a professional athlete, Shaqiri now drives an Audi S7.
Xherdan Shaqiri Audi S7, 82,750 euros
Joachim Löw – VW ID.3, 35,460 euros
Former footballer Jogi Löw became known primarily as national coach after taking over from Jürgen Klinsmann and winning the World Cup title with Germany 15 years later. As a professional footballer, Löw played for VfB Stuttgart, Eintracht Frankfurt and Karlsruher SC, while gaining his coaching experience at various international clubs in Turkey, Austria, Switzerland and Germany. In March 2021, he announced that the European Championship tournament of the same year would be his last. Today, the former professional and coach drives a VW ID.3, a stylish and environmentally friendly electric car.
Joachim Löw VW ID.3, 35,460 euros
Mario Götze – Hyundai IONIQ 6, 45,000 euros
Born in Memmingen, Mario Götze made a name for himself at Borussia Dortmund in the late 2000s before moving to record champions FC Bayern Munich, for whom he played as a striker for three years, and has been under contract with Eintracht Frankfurt since 2022. As a prominent professional footballer, Götze not only has a large fan base, but also a role model function, which he actively uses for climate protection: he has been using electric mobility for some time now, and his latest vehicle is the Hyundai IONIQ 6, which has already won the “World Car of the Year” title for the second time in a row and offers a range of over 600 kilometers on a full charge.
Mario Götze Hyundai IONIQ 6, 45,000 euros
Reiner Calmund – Unknown
Reiner Calmund, former soccer official and known for his cheeky remarks, has made headlines with his impressive weight loss of 90 kilos. The 73-year-old is now integrating more exercise into his everyday life and is certainly enjoying being able to get behind the wheel of a smart car again without any problems – in stark contrast to 2015, when he got stuck in a Porsche while filming. “Calli” loves large SUVs and sports cars, although the exact model of his current vehicle is not publicly known.
Reiner Calmund Unknown
Franz Beckenbauer – Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9, 39,800 euros
Franz Beckenbauer, former soccer player and coach, has long been a legend of German soccer and has been Honorary President of FC Bayern Munich since 2009. The 76-year-old has been passionate about soccer all his life and has amassed an impressive fortune of 160 million euros. In keeping with his status, “the Kaiser” treats himself to a dark blue Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9, a luxury car that is just as classic and timeless as he is.
Franz Beckenbauer Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9, 39,800 euros
Peter Ramsauer – Smart Fortwo 24,721 euros
The German politician Peter Ramsauer has been a member of the CSU since his youth and is a member of the Bundestag. He was Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Development in the Merkel cabinet until 2013 and Chairman of the Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development until 2021. Personally, Ramsauer mainly uses an electric car, the Smart Fortwo, for short journeys, whose range of 153 km makes it perfect for the former transport minister. With this flexible and sustainable vehicle, he is sending out a clear signal for renewable energies and can also charge it directly at the Chancellery.
Peter Ramsauer Smart Fortwo 24,721 euros
Helmut Kohl – Mercedes 500 SEL Guard 540,000 euros
The late former German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt, who was in office from 1982 to 1998, had a particular fondness for Mercedes-Benz. Schmidt always presented himself as down-to-earth and down-to-earth, and during his lifetime he preferred to drive the Mercedes 500 SEL Guard, which was both stylish and stable with its protective technology, elegant design and 170 hp. No car would suit the former chancellor better than the SEL-Class from Mercedes.
Helmut Kohl Mercedes 500 SEL Guard 540,000 euros
Horst Seehofer – BMW 750 Li, 33,900 euros
The former Minister President Horst Seehofer, 72 years old and a native of Ingolstadt, was Chairman of the CSU for 11 years and is still Honorary Chairman of the party today. He was part of four federal governments and can look back on a long political career before he was replaced by Markus Söder in 2018 and can now devote more time to his private life. During his time in office, Seehofer is said to have received a monthly basic salary of 15,000 euros, which enabled him to afford his own chauffeur. in 2021, however, he announced that he and his wife would be practising driving again so that he could get back behind the wheel of his stylish BMW 750 Li himself in future.
Horst Seehofer BMW 750 Li, 33,900 euros
Dieter Bohlen – MF4 Wiesmann, 150,000 euros
As a judge on the RTL casting show “Deutschland sucht den Superstar”, Dieter Bohlen was the undisputed number one for years, feared and loved at the same time for his honest opinions and tough but humorous remarks. The “pop titan” started his career in the 80s and conquered the charts together with Thomas Anders as the duo “Modern Talking”, with hits such as “You’re My Heart, You’re My Soul” still unforgotten today. The 68-year-old multi-millionaire has now largely retired from the limelight, enjoying his retirement on Mallorca and driving his beloved cars, a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the MF4 sports car from the luxury brand Wiesmann.
Dieter Bohlen MF4 Wiesmann, 150,000 euros
Helene Fischer – Golf Sportsvan, 35,000 euros
Helene Fischer, born in Russia, is one of the best-known pop singers of the new generation in the German-speaking world, whose pop influences also inspire people who otherwise have little interest in pop music. In the course of her career, she has achieved an impressive position in the highly competitive European music industry and earned a considerable fortune. Accordingly, she values a luxurious lifestyle: while she drove an Audi A3 at the beginning of her career, she now owns her own special edition of the VW Golf Sportsvan, which she also advertises.
Helene Fischer Golf Sportsvan, 35,000 euros
Sophia Thomalla – Mercedes AMG, 115,430 euros
Sophia Thomalla, daughter of well-known actress Simone Thomalla, was practically born into the limelight and regularly makes headlines with her relationships with rocker Till Lindemann and current tennis star Alexander Zverev. The 32-year-old makes a name for herself on her Instagram channel in particular: The attractive actress likes to pose in tight-fitting outfits and is also politically active. Sporty and dynamic, she now proudly drives through the streets of Berlin in her white Mercedes AMG, although the high purchase price is clearly not an issue for her.
Sophia Thomalla Mercedes AMG, 115,430 euros
Matthias Reim – Mustang GT Cabrio, 33,000 euros
Matthias Reim, whose biggest hit “Verdammt, ich lieb’ dich” (“Damn, I love you”) dates back to 1990, is still successfully active today and continues to produce music for his fans, most recently in 2019 with the album “MR20” and in 2022 with several singles that give hope for a new album. The 64-year-old father of six lives in seclusion, but is a passionate car enthusiast and self-proclaimed “horsepower nut” who loves fast cars that “hum and stink”. His preferred vehicles include high-quality Mercedes-Benz models and his favorite, the Mustang GT convertible; he is also an enthusiastic motorcyclist.
Matthias Reim Mustang GT Cabrio, 33,000 euros
Toto Wolff – LaFerrari Aperta, 8.3 million euros
Toto Wolff, 50 years old, ex-racing driver and head of motorsport at Mercedes, lives for speed and literally has petrol in his blood. The Viennese investor recently put four of his exclusive supercars up for sale, including the LaFerrari Aperta, which is strictly limited to 210 units, and the Ferrari Enzo. One reason for this could be his close ties to Mercedes, as it would not seem very loyal to drive another brand privately. However, Wolff himself states that he simply no longer has time to use the luxurious cars and therefore does not want to leave them unused in the garage.
Toto Wolff LaFerrari Aperta, 8.3 million euros
Max Verstappen – Aston Martin DB11, 205,000 euros
Max Verstappen, 24 years old and from Hasselt in Belgium, is shaking up the old guard of Formula 1 and, as the son of ex-racing driver Jos Verstappen, showed his talent on the racetrack at an early age. The karting world champion also loves speed in his private life: his impressive car collection includes several Aston Martins, Ferraris, the Renault R.S.01, a Porsche 911 GT3 RS and a Mercedes-Benz C63 S AMG. Unsurprisingly, this also includes a private jet that takes him quickly to more distant destinations.
Max Verstappen Aston Martin DB11, 205,000 euros
Florian Silbereisen – Chauffeur
Florian Silbereisen, 40 years old, is a top star in the pop music business and a well-known face on German television. In addition to singing in his band Klubb 3, he plays the captain in “Das Traumschiff” and is also a presenter in front of the camera. Thanks to his varied career, he has been able to build up a considerable fortune, lives in a beautiful estate on Lake Mondsee and likes to be driven to public appearances by a chauffeur. It is not known which cars the “Deutschland sucht den Superstar” judge uses privately, but you can be sure that they are just as luxurious as his lifestyle.
Florian Silbereisen chauffeur
Nino de Angelo – Nissan 350 Z, 39,300 euros
Nino de Angelo made his breakthrough in 1983 with “Jenseits von Eden”, and since then the German musician with Italian roots has been successful and regularly featured in the headlines of well-known gossip magazines. His comeback song “Gesegnet und verflucht” (Blessed and Cursed) from 2020 was also a success, reaching over a million views on YouTube alone. Today, the 58-year-old spends his fortune more cautiously and, in addition to a riding stables in Oberallgäu, only owns one car, a Nissan 350 Z for 39,300 euros, in which he can reach speeds of up to 250 km/h on the highway.
Nino De Angelo Nissan 350 Z, 39,300 euros
Peter Maffay – VW Golf R, 26,960 euros
Peter Maffay, pop and rock legend, has celebrated top placings in the German charts with several albums since the end of the 1970s. he was discovered by Michael Kunze in 1969, and in December of the same year his single “Du” was released, which became the hit of the year in 1970 and marked Maffay’s breakthrough. Over the course of his career, he delighted even the youngest fans with rock’n’roll, ballads and the rock musical “Tabaluga”. Today, the popular singer drives a VW Golf R 4Motion with 310 hp, which he received during a performance at a local car dealership.
Peter Maffay VW Golf R, 26,960 euros
Wolfgang Petry – no car
Born Franz Hubert Wolfgang Remling, he became famous in Germany under the stage name Wolfgang “Wolle” Petry and sang his way into the hearts of millions of fans with hits such as “Das ist Wahnsinn” and “Silber, Bronze und Gold”. As early as 1976, he celebrated success with “Sommer in der Stadt”, followed by further top hits such as “Gianna”, “Ein ganz normaler Tag”, “Jessica” and “Ganz oder gar nicht”, which consolidated his breakthrough in Germany. After years of withdrawing from the public eye, the former pop star now lives in the country, apparently paying close attention to his diet and well-being and presumably also relies on cycling to stay fit.
Wolfgang Petry No car
Ralf Möller – Mercedes AMG G 63 148,435 euros
The former bodybuilder Ralf Möller became famous through films such as Gladiator, The Scorpion King and The Tourist. Originally from the Ruhr area, he won the title of Mr. Universe in 1986 and then dedicated himself to his acting career, initially in German productions before moving to Hollywood. Today, Möller can also be seen in German formats such as Tatort, Klassentreffen 1.0 and the series Der letzte Bulle. To match his imposing appearance, he drives a Mercedes AMG G 63 with 585 hp, a vehicle that does justice to his “gladiator” image.
Ralf Möller Mercedes AMG G 63 148,435 euros
Victoria Beckham – Rose-gold Range Rover 115,497 euros
Victoria Beckham, formerly Spice Girl, became famous both for her singing career and her relationship with footballer David Beckham. She celebrated her international breakthrough with the English girl band Spice Girls and hits such as “Wannabe” and “Viva Forever”. After the band broke up, she increasingly focused on her private life and married David Beckham in 1999. Today, Victoria is a successful designer with her own fashion line and winner of the British Fashion Award. So it’s no wonder that she is stylish on the road and drives a rose-gold Range Rover.
Victoria Beckham Rose Golden Range Rover 115,497 euros
Jürgen Klopp – Porsche Cayenne 94,327 euros
Like many of his colleagues, soccer coach and former player Jürgen Klopp, who was born in Stuttgart, has a penchant for fast cars and now drives a Porsche Cayenne with 340 hp, a vehicle that perfectly suits his dynamic lifestyle. Klopp initially played for several smaller clubs and studied sports science before starting his coaching career in 2001. his breakthrough came in 2005, when he managed promotion to the first division with 1. FSV Mainz 05. in 2011, he was voted Football Coach of the Year, and between 2005 and 2008 he was also a soccer expert on ZDF, where he was awarded the German Television Prize and the Herbert Award, among others.
Jürgen Klopp Porsche Cayenne 94,327 euros
Heidi Klum – Bentley Continental GT 245,676 euros
Heidi Klum, probably the most famous German model and internationally celebrated star, drives the stylish Bentley Continental GT with 659 hp, a car that perfectly matches her stellar career both visually and in terms of performance. Klum has worked for almost every major fashion group in the world and is now also active as a presenter, producer and TV judge. The show Germany’s Next Topmodel further increased her fame, and she even reached number 13 in the German charts as a singer – so a dynamic car like the Bentley is an ideal match for the versatile and successful Klum.
Heidi Klum Bentley Continental GT 245,676 euros
Thomas Helmer – Mercedes 300 SL 3,071,200 euros
Thomas Helmer, former German footballer, became famous after winning the 1996 European Championship in England and is now a sports presenter. He began his career at SC Bad Salzuflen before turning professional and joining Arminia Bielefeld in 1984. his transfer to FC Bayern Munich for 7.5 million euros in 1992 was the most expensive transfer in the Bundesliga to date. So it’s no wonder that Helmer now owns a Mercedes 300 SL worth €3,071,200: the stylish and dynamic car not only boasts an impressive design, but also a whopping 215 hp, with which it accelerates to 100 km/h in just 10 seconds.
Thomas Helmer Mercedes 300 SL 3,071,200 euros
Mehmet Scholl – Dacia Duster, 17,600 euros
Mehmet Tobias Scholl, former soccer player and coach, is now a brand ambassador for the Dacia car brand. He became famous not only for his talent on the pitch and as a coach, but also for his humorous sayings and entertaining manner. Scholl played for FC Bayern Munich until 2007, winning one UEFA Cup, eight German championships and five DFB Cups. He was also a coach at FC Bayern until 2010, before appearing as a co-presenter on ARD. After a separation, he treated himself to a Porsche, but only drove it for two years; today Scholl privately drives a Dacia Duster and also officially represents the brand as an advertising medium.
Mehmet Scholl Dacia Duster, 17,600 euros
Iris Berben – Audi e-tron, 106,050 euros
It’s hard to imagine the media landscape without German actress Iris Berben. She celebrated her breakthrough with Zwei himmlisch Töchter and the series Sketchup, and has received numerous awards for her acting performances, including the Bambi and the Golden Camera. Berben attended the premiere of The Kindness of Strangers at the Berlinale in a chic red Audi e-tron. With the elegant electric car, she shows that sustainability can be stylish: With over 400 hp and a range of more than 400 km, the Audi e-tron is not only visually fitting for the actress, but also as enduring as she is.
Iris Berben Audi E Tron, 106,050 euros
Armin Rohde – BMW Z8, 230,000 euros
German actor Armin Rohde became famous for his role as Bierchen in the film Kleine Haie (Little Sharks ) and is now best known as Inspector Erichsen in the ZDF crime series Nachtschicht, as Günther Kuballa in the Schnitzel film series and as Fredo in Der gute Bulle (The Good Cop). Rohde has already received numerous awards for his acting talent, including the Golden Camera, the Jupiter and the German Actors’ Award. At the 2012 Berlin International Film Festival, he appeared in a BMW Z8 – even as a Buddhist, Rohde has clearly lost none of his enjoyment of high-quality material goods.
Armin Rohde BMW Z8, 230,000 euros
Mario Adorf – Rolls Royce Ghost, 360,000 euros
The German-speaking actor Mario Adorf, now over 90 years old, did not have an easy start in life: The son of an affair, he was raised by his single mother. After school, he studied philosophy, psychology, criminology, literature, music history and theater studies, but eventually turned to his passion, acting. He broke off his studies and began training as an actor in Munich. Adorf achieved his breakthrough after several international films with the first part of Winnetou. Mario Adorf is considered one of the best-known and most successful German actors, so it’s no wonder that he appeared at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival in a Rolls Royce Ghost.
Mario Adorf Rolls Royce Ghost, 360,000 euros
Axel Prahl – Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 22,200 euros
German actor Axel Prahl is best known as Tatort investigator Frank Thiel, although he originally wanted to pursue a career in music after dropping out of university. He achieved his breakthrough with films such as Nachtgestalten and Bella Block – Die Kommissarin, before uncovering numerous crimes as Frank Thiel alongside Jan Josef Liefers in the crime series Tatort. Prahl can now call an Adolf Grimme Award his own. In his latest commercial, he drives a Toyota Yaris Hybrid – although it is unclear whether he also uses it privately or prefers to ride his Harley Davidson.
Axel Prahl Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 22,200 euros
Oliver Pocher – Chevrolet Corvette C8, 99,000 euros
The entertainer Oliver Pocher became famous throughout Germany for his stand-up comedy and numerous scandals. Born in Hanover, he initially trained as an insurance salesman and also worked as a DJ in discos and as a radio presenter. He made his first television appearance on Bärbel Schäfer’s talk show, but was booed by the audience. Pocher later started out on Planet VIVA and soon switched to ProSieben, where he became a well-known figure in the German television landscape, with formats such as the Oliver Pocher Show and the Schmidt & Pocher Show on TV channel Erste. In his private life, Pocher now drives a Chevrolet Corvette C8, a car that suits his personality and whose comfort he clearly enjoys very much.
Oliver Pocher Chevrolet Corvette C8, 99,000 euros
Jasmin Wagner – Renault Twizy, 6,950 euros
Jasmin Wagner, better known as Blümchen, became a German pop starlet in the 90s and is now active not only as a singer, but also as a presenter, producer and actress. She celebrated her breakthrough in the mid-90s with the hit Herz an Herz, which reached number four in the charts, and became known throughout Germany mainly through coverage on VIVA. After the album Herzfrequenz, which remained in the German charts for a year, she was no longer able to build on her earlier successes musically, but in her private life Blümchen now seems to be on the road in a Renault Twizy electric car – a vehicle that perfectly matches her colorful stage personality.
Jasmin Wagner Renault Twizy, 6,950 euros
Sarah Jessica Parker – Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet, 81,000 euros
Sarah Jessica Parker, known as Carrie Bradshaw in the cult series Sex and the City, became a fashion icon for many fans: her stylish outfits adorned countless magazines, and her penchant for shoes by designer Manolo Blahnik boosted his sales enormously. after six seasons and two films, the long-awaited reboot And Just Like That premiered in 2022. Parker also lives a glamorous lifestyle in her private life: the 57-year-old owns a Mercedes convertible, a Lexus RX and a Mini Cooper, among other things.
Sarah Jessica Parker Mercedes E Class Cabriolet, 81,000 euros
Moritz Bleibtreu – BMW M3, 70,000 euros
Moritz Bleibtreu, one of Germany’s best-known actors, is also active as a director and voice actor and enjoys taking on challenging roles. in 1998, he celebrated great success together with Franka Potente in the cult film Run Lola Run, which had a lasting impact on his career. The 50-year-old, who is German with Austrian roots, is said to have a fortune of around 4 million euros and treats himself to special vehicles for the garage from time to time. Bleibtreu is known to have driven a BMW M3 Coupé, which, with its impressive 420 hp, is sure to provide plenty of driving pleasure on highway routes without a speed limit.
Moritz Bleibtreu BMW M3, 70,000 euros
Rudolf Schenker – Mercedes SLS AMG GT, 249,000 euros
Rudolf Schenker, guitarist of the German hard rock band Scorpions, has been the band leader since 1965 and has performed on countless tours. The band celebrated great success and is still one of the most internationally successful German music acts today. Born in Hildesheim, he has built up a fortune of around 80 million euros during his career and treats himself to a few luxuries. A little-known fact is that Schenker himself enjoys sitting behind the wheel and is a big fan of Mercedes-Benz models, including the S63 AMG Coupé for 52,000 euros and the SLS AMG GT. His first car, however, was a Volkswagen Beetle.
Rudolf Schenker Mercedes SLS AMG GT, 249,000 euros
Johann Lafer – Jaguar XKR-S, 132,925 euros
Johann Lafer, TV chef and entrepreneur, has been delighting viewers since 2006 with his show Lafer! Lights! Delicious! Has been delighting viewers with his culinary skills and charming presentation in front of the camera. The 64-year-old Austrian has also published numerous cookbooks and established his name as a brand. In addition to cooking, Lafer has a second great passion: fast cars. He loves speedsters like the Jaguar XKR-S, describes himself as “a bit car-crazy” and particularly appreciates high horsepower figures so that he can let the summer air blow around his ears with the top down.
Johann Lafer Jaguar XKR S, 132,925 euros
Katarina Witt – BMW Z4, 49,000 euros
Katarina Witt became famous as a figure skater, first for the GDR and after reunification for the whole of Germany – a milestone for the country and a moving moment for “Kati Witt”. After the end of her successful sporting career, the 56-year-old took on acting and presenting jobs. The Berlin native, who is a multiple millionaire, has a weakness for beautiful cars: she has been photographed in a BMW Z4 and several classic cars. It is not known which car she drives privately, but it is likely that she owns at least one model from her advertising partner BMW.
Katarina Witt BMW Z4, 49,000 euros
Jan Hofer – Mercedes 220S, 97,000 euros
For many years, Jan Hofer was the familiar face of the Tagesschau news program on German TV channel Ersten, informing millions of Germans about current world events every evening. in 2020, the now 72-year-old retired after 16 years as chief presenter. The Tagesschau is considered an accolade for TV presenters, which is why many presenters stay in this format for a long time. in 2021, Hofer also took part in the dance show Let’s Dance. With his saved salary, the likeable TV face treated himself to a beautiful 1958 Mercedes 220S, in which he loves to chauffeur his wife Phong Lan.
Jan Hofer Mercedes 220S, 97,000 euros
Claus Theo Gärtner – Porsche 911, 101,200 euros
Claus Theo Gärtner should be familiar to any crime drama fan, as he played private detective Josef Matula in the ZDF series Ein Fall für Zwei for 32 years. He was also seen in his own film series Matula until 2019, but has now largely retired from the public eye. The 78-year-old has well and truly earned his retirement and continues to show his fondness for classy cars: Gärtner likes to pose with sports cars and seems to be particularly fond of the Porsche 911 and his movie car, a silver Alfa Romeo.
Claus Theo Gärtner Porsche 911, 101,200 euros
Manuel Neuer – Audi Q8 E-Tron, 74,400 euros
In Germany, Manuel Neuer is the undisputed number one goalkeeper: the Gelsenkirchen native began his career at FC Schalke 04, but has been playing for FC Bayern Munich for over a decade, with whom he has celebrated numerous sporting successes. His outstanding talent has also earned him international recognition, including being named IFFHS World Goalkeeper of the Year several times. Since the start of the 2023/24 season, Bayern players have been equipped with company cars from their sponsor Audi, with most choosing the RS E-Tron GT, but Neuer opted for the Audi Q8 E-Tron, which is available from €74,400.
Manuel Neuer Audi Q8 E Tron, 74,400 euros
Erling Haaland – Audi RS7, 115,000 euros
At just 21 years old, British-born Erling Haaland, who is of Norwegian descent, has made the leap into the professional soccer league and has been a striker at BVB Dortmund since January 2020, as well as Norway’s most talented international. With a fortune of €30 million, the rising star can afford anything he wants and therefore initially invested in a chic home and several luxury cars, including an Audi RS7 for €115,000 and an Audi Q7 for €60,000, with which he is guaranteed to cause a stir.
Erling Haaland Audi RS7, 115,000 euros
Franck Ribéry – Audi RS7, 113,000 euros
Franck Ribéry played for FC Bayern Munich for 12 years and became a fan favorite after starting his career at Stade Brestois 29 and receiving his first professional contract at FC Metz. in 2005, he moved to Galatasaray Istanbul for five million euros and one season later to Olympique Marseille, where his outstanding playing technique quickly brought him international fame. Today, Ribéry drives an Audi RS7 for 113,000 euros, which is hardly surprising given his salary and wealth to date, as the successful footballer only treats himself to the best.
Franck Ribéry Audi RS7, 113,000 euros
Xherdan Shaqiri – Audi S7, 82,750 euros
Xherdan Shaqiri, repeatedly named Switzerland’s best national player, began his career at FC August in 1999 and moved to FC Basel’s second team in 2008 before being promoted to the first team after just one year. At FC Basel, he scored numerous goals and was named Footballer of the Year in 2011. in 2012, Shaqiri moved to FC Bayern Munich, later played for Inter Milan and is currently with Liverpool FC. In keeping with his dynamism as a professional athlete, Shaqiri now drives an Audi S7.
Xherdan Shaqiri Audi S7, 82,750 euros
Joachim Löw – VW ID.3, 35,460 euros
Former footballer Jogi Löw became known primarily as national coach after taking over from Jürgen Klinsmann and winning the World Cup title with Germany 15 years later. As a professional footballer, Löw played for VfB Stuttgart, Eintracht Frankfurt and Karlsruher SC, while gaining his coaching experience at various international clubs in Turkey, Austria, Switzerland and Germany. In March 2021, he announced that the European Championship tournament of the same year would be his last. Today, the former professional and coach drives a VW ID.3, a stylish and environmentally friendly electric car.
Joachim Löw VW ID.3, 35,460 euros
Mario Götze – Hyundai IONIQ 6, 45,000 euros
Born in Memmingen, Mario Götze made a name for himself at Borussia Dortmund in the late 2000s before moving to record champions FC Bayern Munich, for whom he played as a striker for three years, and has been under contract with Eintracht Frankfurt since 2022. As a prominent professional footballer, Götze not only has a large fan base, but also a role model function, which he actively uses for climate protection: he has been using electric mobility for some time now, and his latest vehicle is the Hyundai IONIQ 6, which has already won the “World Car of the Year” title for the second time in a row and offers a range of over 600 kilometers on a full charge.
Mario Götze Hyundai IONIQ 6, 45,000 euros
Reiner Calmund – Unknown
Reiner Calmund, former soccer official and known for his cheeky remarks, has made headlines with his impressive weight loss of 90 kilos. The 73-year-old is now integrating more exercise into his everyday life and is certainly enjoying being able to get behind the wheel of a smart car again without any problems – in stark contrast to 2015, when he got stuck in a Porsche while filming. “Calli” loves large SUVs and sports cars, although the exact model of his current vehicle is not publicly known.
Reiner Calmund Unknown
Franz Beckenbauer – Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9, 39,800 euros
Franz Beckenbauer, former soccer player and coach, has long been a legend of German soccer and has been Honorary President of FC Bayern Munich since 2009. The 76-year-old has been passionate about soccer all his life and has amassed an impressive fortune of 160 million euros. In keeping with his status, “the Kaiser” treats himself to a dark blue Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9, a luxury car that is just as classic and timeless as he is.
Franz Beckenbauer Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9, 39,800 euros
Peter Ramsauer – Smart Fortwo 24,721 euros
The German politician Peter Ramsauer has been a member of the CSU since his youth and is a member of the Bundestag. He was Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Development in the Merkel cabinet until 2013 and Chairman of the Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development until 2021. Personally, Ramsauer mainly uses an electric car, the Smart Fortwo, for short journeys, whose range of 153 km makes it perfect for the former transport minister. With this flexible and sustainable vehicle, he is sending out a clear signal for renewable energies and can also charge it directly at the Chancellery.
Peter Ramsauer Smart Fortwo 24,721 euros
Helmut Kohl – Mercedes 500 SEL Guard 540,000 euros
The late former German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt, who was in office from 1982 to 1998, had a particular fondness for Mercedes-Benz. Schmidt always presented himself as down-to-earth and down-to-earth, and during his lifetime he preferred to drive the Mercedes 500 SEL Guard, which was both stylish and stable with its protective technology, elegant design and 170 hp. No car would suit the former chancellor better than the SEL-Class from Mercedes.
Helmut Kohl Mercedes 500 SEL Guard 540,000 euros
Horst Seehofer – BMW 750 Li, 33,900 euros
The former Minister President Horst Seehofer, 72 years old and a native of Ingolstadt, was Chairman of the CSU for 11 years and is still Honorary Chairman of the party today. He was part of four federal governments and can look back on a long political career before he was replaced by Markus Söder in 2018 and can now devote more time to his private life. During his time in office, Seehofer is said to have received a monthly basic salary of 15,000 euros, which enabled him to afford his own chauffeur. in 2021, however, he announced that he and his wife would be practising driving again so that he could get back behind the wheel of his stylish BMW 750 Li himself in future.
Horst Seehofer BMW 750 Li, 33,900 euros
Dieter Bohlen – MF4 Wiesmann, 150,000 euros
As a judge on the RTL casting show “Deutschland sucht den Superstar”, Dieter Bohlen was the undisputed number one for years, feared and loved at the same time for his honest opinions and tough but humorous remarks. The “pop titan” started his career in the 80s and conquered the charts together with Thomas Anders as the duo “Modern Talking”, with hits such as “You’re My Heart, You’re My Soul” still unforgotten today. The 68-year-old multi-millionaire has now largely retired from the limelight, enjoying his retirement on Mallorca and driving his beloved cars, a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the MF4 sports car from the luxury brand Wiesmann.
Dieter Bohlen MF4 Wiesmann, 150,000 euros
Helene Fischer – Golf Sportsvan, 35,000 euros
Helene Fischer, born in Russia, is one of the best-known pop singers of the new generation in the German-speaking world, whose pop influences also inspire people who otherwise have little interest in pop music. In the course of her career, she has achieved an impressive position in the highly competitive European music industry and earned a considerable fortune. Accordingly, she values a luxurious lifestyle: while she drove an Audi A3 at the beginning of her career, she now owns her own special edition of the VW Golf Sportsvan, which she also advertises.
Helene Fischer Golf Sportsvan, 35,000 euros
Sophia Thomalla – Mercedes AMG, 115,430 euros
Sophia Thomalla, daughter of well-known actress Simone Thomalla, was practically born into the limelight and regularly makes headlines with her relationships with rocker Till Lindemann and current tennis star Alexander Zverev. The 32-year-old makes a name for herself on her Instagram channel in particular: The attractive actress likes to pose in tight-fitting outfits and is also politically active. Sporty and dynamic, she now proudly drives through the streets of Berlin in her white Mercedes AMG, although the high purchase price is clearly not an issue for her.
Sophia Thomalla Mercedes AMG, 115,430 euros
Matthias Reim – Mustang GT Cabrio, 33,000 euros
Matthias Reim, whose biggest hit “Verdammt, ich lieb’ dich” (“Damn, I love you”) dates back to 1990, is still successfully active today and continues to produce music for his fans, most recently in 2019 with the album “MR20” and in 2022 with several singles that give hope for a new album. The 64-year-old father of six lives in seclusion, but is a passionate car enthusiast and self-proclaimed “horsepower nut” who loves fast cars that “hum and stink”. His preferred vehicles include high-quality Mercedes-Benz models and his favorite, the Mustang GT convertible; he is also an enthusiastic motorcyclist.
Matthias Reim Mustang GT Cabrio, 33,000 euros
Toto Wolff – LaFerrari Aperta, 8.3 million euros
Toto Wolff, 50 years old, ex-racing driver and head of motorsport at Mercedes, lives for speed and literally has petrol in his blood. The Viennese investor recently put four of his exclusive supercars up for sale, including the LaFerrari Aperta, which is strictly limited to 210 units, and the Ferrari Enzo. One reason for this could be his close ties to Mercedes, as it would not seem very loyal to drive another brand privately. However, Wolff himself states that he simply no longer has time to use the luxurious cars and therefore does not want to leave them unused in the garage.
Toto Wolff LaFerrari Aperta, 8.3 million euros
Max Verstappen – Aston Martin DB11, 205,000 euros
Max Verstappen, 24 years old and from Hasselt in Belgium, is shaking up the old guard of Formula 1 and, as the son of ex-racing driver Jos Verstappen, showed his talent on the racetrack at an early age. The karting world champion also loves speed in his private life: his impressive car collection includes several Aston Martins, Ferraris, the Renault R.S.01, a Porsche 911 GT3 RS and a Mercedes-Benz C63 S AMG. Unsurprisingly, this also includes a private jet that takes him quickly to more distant destinations.
Max Verstappen Aston Martin DB11, 205,000 euros
Florian Silbereisen – Chauffeur
Florian Silbereisen, 40 years old, is a top star in the pop music business and a well-known face on German television. In addition to singing in his band Klubb 3, he plays the captain in “Das Traumschiff” and is also a presenter in front of the camera. Thanks to his varied career, he has been able to build up a considerable fortune, lives in a beautiful estate on Lake Mondsee and likes to be driven to public appearances by a chauffeur. It is not known which cars the “Deutschland sucht den Superstar” judge uses privately, but you can be sure that they are just as luxurious as his lifestyle.
Florian Silbereisen chauffeur
Nino de Angelo – Nissan 350 Z, 39,300 euros
Nino de Angelo made his breakthrough in 1983 with “Jenseits von Eden”, and since then the German musician with Italian roots has been successful and regularly featured in the headlines of well-known gossip magazines. His comeback song “Gesegnet und verflucht” (Blessed and Cursed) from 2020 was also a success, reaching over a million views on YouTube alone. Today, the 58-year-old spends his fortune more cautiously and, in addition to a riding stables in Oberallgäu, only owns one car, a Nissan 350 Z for 39,300 euros, in which he can reach speeds of up to 250 km/h on the highway.
Nino De Angelo Nissan 350 Z, 39,300 euros
Peter Maffay – VW Golf R, 26,960 euros
Peter Maffay, pop and rock legend, has celebrated top placings in the German charts with several albums since the end of the 1970s. he was discovered by Michael Kunze in 1969, and in December of the same year his single “Du” was released, which became the hit of the year in 1970 and marked Maffay’s breakthrough. Over the course of his career, he delighted even the youngest fans with rock’n’roll, ballads and the rock musical “Tabaluga”. Today, the popular singer drives a VW Golf R 4Motion with 310 hp, which he received during a performance at a local car dealership.
Peter Maffay VW Golf R, 26,960 euros
Wolfgang Petry – no car
Born Franz Hubert Wolfgang Remling, he became famous in Germany under the stage name Wolfgang “Wolle” Petry and sang his way into the hearts of millions of fans with hits such as “Das ist Wahnsinn” and “Silber, Bronze und Gold”. As early as 1976, he celebrated success with “Sommer in der Stadt”, followed by further top hits such as “Gianna”, “Ein ganz normaler Tag”, “Jessica” and “Ganz oder gar nicht”, which consolidated his breakthrough in Germany. After years of withdrawing from the public eye, the former pop star now lives in the country, apparently paying close attention to his diet and well-being and presumably also relies on cycling to stay fit.
Wolfgang Petry No car
Ralf Möller – Mercedes AMG G 63 148,435 euros
The former bodybuilder Ralf Möller became famous through films such as Gladiator, The Scorpion King and The Tourist. Originally from the Ruhr area, he won the title of Mr. Universe in 1986 and then dedicated himself to his acting career, initially in German productions before moving to Hollywood. Today, Möller can also be seen in German formats such as Tatort, Klassentreffen 1.0 and the series Der letzte Bulle. To match his imposing appearance, he drives a Mercedes AMG G 63 with 585 hp, a vehicle that does justice to his “gladiator” image.
Ralf Möller Mercedes AMG G 63 148,435 euros
Victoria Beckham – Rose-gold Range Rover 115,497 euros
Victoria Beckham, formerly Spice Girl, became famous both for her singing career and her relationship with footballer David Beckham. She celebrated her international breakthrough with the English girl band Spice Girls and hits such as “Wannabe” and “Viva Forever”. After the band broke up, she increasingly focused on her private life and married David Beckham in 1999. Today, Victoria is a successful designer with her own fashion line and winner of the British Fashion Award. So it’s no wonder that she is stylish on the road and drives a rose-gold Range Rover.
Victoria Beckham Rose Golden Range Rover 115,497 euros
Jürgen Klopp – Porsche Cayenne 94,327 euros
Like many of his colleagues, soccer coach and former player Jürgen Klopp, who was born in Stuttgart, has a penchant for fast cars and now drives a Porsche Cayenne with 340 hp, a vehicle that perfectly suits his dynamic lifestyle. Klopp initially played for several smaller clubs and studied sports science before starting his coaching career in 2001. his breakthrough came in 2005, when he managed promotion to the first division with 1. FSV Mainz 05. in 2011, he was voted Football Coach of the Year, and between 2005 and 2008 he was also a soccer expert on ZDF, where he was awarded the German Television Prize and the Herbert Award, among others.
Jürgen Klopp Porsche Cayenne 94,327 euros
Heidi Klum – Bentley Continental GT 245,676 euros
Heidi Klum, probably the most famous German model and internationally celebrated star, drives the stylish Bentley Continental GT with 659 hp, a car that perfectly matches her stellar career both visually and in terms of performance. Klum has worked for almost every major fashion group in the world and is now also active as a presenter, producer and TV judge. The show Germany’s Next Topmodel further increased her fame, and she even reached number 13 in the German charts as a singer – so a dynamic car like the Bentley is an ideal match for the versatile and successful Klum.
Heidi Klum Bentley Continental GT 245,676 euros
Thomas Helmer – Mercedes 300 SL 3,071,200 euros
Thomas Helmer, former German footballer, became famous after winning the 1996 European Championship in England and is now a sports presenter. He began his career at SC Bad Salzuflen before turning professional and joining Arminia Bielefeld in 1984. his transfer to FC Bayern Munich for 7.5 million euros in 1992 was the most expensive transfer in the Bundesliga to date. So it’s no wonder that Helmer now owns a Mercedes 300 SL worth €3,071,200: the stylish and dynamic car not only boasts an impressive design, but also a whopping 215 hp, with which it accelerates to 100 km/h in just 10 seconds.
Thomas Helmer Mercedes 300 SL 3,071,200 euros
Mehmet Scholl – Dacia Duster, 17,600 euros
Mehmet Tobias Scholl, former soccer player and coach, is now a brand ambassador for the Dacia car brand. He became famous not only for his talent on the pitch and as a coach, but also for his humorous sayings and entertaining manner. Scholl played for FC Bayern Munich until 2007, winning one UEFA Cup, eight German championships and five DFB Cups. He was also a coach at FC Bayern until 2010, before appearing as a co-presenter on ARD. After a separation, he treated himself to a Porsche, but only drove it for two years; today Scholl privately drives a Dacia Duster and also officially represents the brand as an advertising medium.
Mehmet Scholl Dacia Duster, 17,600 euros
Iris Berben – Audi e-tron, 106,050 euros
It’s hard to imagine the media landscape without German actress Iris Berben. She celebrated her breakthrough with Zwei himmlisch Töchter and the series Sketchup, and has received numerous awards for her acting performances, including the Bambi and the Golden Camera. Berben attended the premiere of The Kindness of Strangers at the Berlinale in a chic red Audi e-tron. With the elegant electric car, she shows that sustainability can be stylish: With over 400 hp and a range of more than 400 km, the Audi e-tron is not only visually fitting for the actress, but also as enduring as she is.
Iris Berben Audi E Tron, 106,050 euros
Armin Rohde – BMW Z8, 230,000 euros
German actor Armin Rohde became famous for his role as Bierchen in the film Kleine Haie (Little Sharks ) and is now best known as Inspector Erichsen in the ZDF crime series Nachtschicht, as Günther Kuballa in the Schnitzel film series and as Fredo in Der gute Bulle (The Good Cop). Rohde has already received numerous awards for his acting talent, including the Golden Camera, the Jupiter and the German Actors’ Award. At the 2012 Berlin International Film Festival, he appeared in a BMW Z8 – even as a Buddhist, Rohde has clearly lost none of his enjoyment of high-quality material goods.
Armin Rohde BMW Z8, 230,000 euros
Mario Adorf – Rolls Royce Ghost, 360,000 euros
The German-speaking actor Mario Adorf, now over 90 years old, did not have an easy start in life: The son of an affair, he was raised by his single mother. After school, he studied philosophy, psychology, criminology, literature, music history and theater studies, but eventually turned to his passion, acting. He broke off his studies and began training as an actor in Munich. Adorf achieved his breakthrough after several international films with the first part of Winnetou. Mario Adorf is considered one of the best-known and most successful German actors, so it’s no wonder that he appeared at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival in a Rolls Royce Ghost.
Mario Adorf Rolls Royce Ghost, 360,000 euros
Axel Prahl – Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 22,200 euros
German actor Axel Prahl is best known as Tatort investigator Frank Thiel, although he originally wanted to pursue a career in music after dropping out of university. He achieved his breakthrough with films such as Nachtgestalten and Bella Block – Die Kommissarin, before uncovering numerous crimes as Frank Thiel alongside Jan Josef Liefers in the crime series Tatort. Prahl can now call an Adolf Grimme Award his own. In his latest commercial, he drives a Toyota Yaris Hybrid – although it is unclear whether he also uses it privately or prefers to ride his Harley Davidson.
Axel Prahl Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 22,200 euros
Oliver Pocher – Chevrolet Corvette C8, 99,000 euros
The entertainer Oliver Pocher became famous throughout Germany for his stand-up comedy and numerous scandals. Born in Hanover, he initially trained as an insurance salesman and also worked as a DJ in discos and as a radio presenter. He made his first television appearance on Bärbel Schäfer’s talk show, but was booed by the audience. Pocher later started out on Planet VIVA and soon switched to ProSieben, where he became a well-known figure in the German television landscape, with formats such as the Oliver Pocher Show and the Schmidt & Pocher Show on TV channel Erste. In his private life, Pocher now drives a Chevrolet Corvette C8, a car that suits his personality and whose comfort he clearly enjoys very much.
Oliver Pocher Chevrolet Corvette C8, 99,000 euros
Jasmin Wagner – Renault Twizy, 6,950 euros
Jasmin Wagner, better known as Blümchen, became a German pop starlet in the 90s and is now active not only as a singer, but also as a presenter, producer and actress. She celebrated her breakthrough in the mid-90s with the hit Herz an Herz, which reached number four in the charts, and became known throughout Germany mainly through coverage on VIVA. After the album Herzfrequenz, which remained in the German charts for a year, she was no longer able to build on her earlier successes musically, but in her private life Blümchen now seems to be on the road in a Renault Twizy electric car – a vehicle that perfectly matches her colorful stage personality.
Jasmin Wagner Renault Twizy, 6,950 euros
Sarah Jessica Parker – Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet, 81,000 euros
Sarah Jessica Parker, known as Carrie Bradshaw in the cult series Sex and the City, became a fashion icon for many fans: her stylish outfits adorned countless magazines, and her penchant for shoes by designer Manolo Blahnik boosted his sales enormously. after six seasons and two films, the long-awaited reboot And Just Like That premiered in 2022. Parker also lives a glamorous lifestyle in her private life: the 57-year-old owns a Mercedes convertible, a Lexus RX and a Mini Cooper, among other things.
Sarah Jessica Parker Mercedes E Class Cabriolet, 81,000 euros
Moritz Bleibtreu – BMW M3, 70,000 euros
Moritz Bleibtreu, one of Germany’s best-known actors, is also active as a director and voice actor and enjoys taking on challenging roles. in 1998, he celebrated great success together with Franka Potente in the cult film Run Lola Run, which had a lasting impact on his career. The 50-year-old, who is German with Austrian roots, is said to have a fortune of around 4 million euros and treats himself to special vehicles for the garage from time to time. Bleibtreu is known to have driven a BMW M3 Coupé, which, with its impressive 420 hp, is sure to provide plenty of driving pleasure on highway routes without a speed limit.
Moritz Bleibtreu BMW M3, 70,000 euros
Rudolf Schenker – Mercedes SLS AMG GT, 249,000 euros
Rudolf Schenker, guitarist of the German hard rock band Scorpions, has been the band leader since 1965 and has performed on countless tours. The band celebrated great success and is still one of the most internationally successful German music acts today. Born in Hildesheim, he has built up a fortune of around 80 million euros during his career and treats himself to a few luxuries. A little-known fact is that Schenker himself enjoys sitting behind the wheel and is a big fan of Mercedes-Benz models, including the S63 AMG Coupé for 52,000 euros and the SLS AMG GT. His first car, however, was a Volkswagen Beetle.
Rudolf Schenker Mercedes SLS AMG GT, 249,000 euros
Johann Lafer – Jaguar XKR-S, 132,925 euros
Johann Lafer, TV chef and entrepreneur, has been delighting viewers since 2006 with his show Lafer! Lights! Delicious! Has been delighting viewers with his culinary skills and charming presentation in front of the camera. The 64-year-old Austrian has also published numerous cookbooks and established his name as a brand. In addition to cooking, Lafer has a second great passion: fast cars. He loves speedsters like the Jaguar XKR-S, describes himself as “a bit car-crazy” and particularly appreciates high horsepower figures so that he can let the summer air blow around his ears with the top down.
Johann Lafer Jaguar XKR S, 132,925 euros
Katarina Witt – BMW Z4, 49,000 euros
Katarina Witt became famous as a figure skater, first for the GDR and after reunification for the whole of Germany – a milestone for the country and a moving moment for “Kati Witt”. After the end of her successful sporting career, the 56-year-old took on acting and presenting jobs. The Berlin native, who is a multiple millionaire, has a weakness for beautiful cars: she has been photographed in a BMW Z4 and several classic cars. It is not known which car she drives privately, but it is likely that she owns at least one model from her advertising partner BMW.
Katarina Witt BMW Z4, 49,000 euros
Jan Hofer – Mercedes 220S, 97,000 euros
For many years, Jan Hofer was the familiar face of the Tagesschau news program on German TV channel Ersten, informing millions of Germans about current world events every evening. in 2020, the now 72-year-old retired after 16 years as chief presenter. The Tagesschau is considered an accolade for TV presenters, which is why many presenters stay in this format for a long time. in 2021, Hofer also took part in the dance show Let’s Dance. With his saved salary, the likeable TV face treated himself to a beautiful 1958 Mercedes 220S, in which he loves to chauffeur his wife Phong Lan.
Jan Hofer Mercedes 220S, 97,000 euros
Claus Theo Gärtner – Porsche 911, 101,200 euros
Claus Theo Gärtner should be familiar to any crime drama fan, as he played private detective Josef Matula in the ZDF series Ein Fall für Zwei for 32 years. He was also seen in his own film series Matula until 2019, but has now largely retired from the public eye. The 78-year-old has well and truly earned his retirement and continues to show his fondness for classy cars: Gärtner likes to pose with sports cars and seems to be particularly fond of the Porsche 911 and his movie car, a silver Alfa Romeo.
Claus Theo Gärtner Porsche 911, 101,200 euros