We know NaVorro Bowman has a good eye for real estate, based on an old house he remodeled extensively. But the linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers has a penchant for expensive cars, too, a trait not too uncommon among rich pro-football athletes.
Among his collection of luxury cars, his favorite is the Porsche Panamera, that is estimated to be worth around $170K. We’re not sure how many cars he actually owns, that are in stow in his grand residence, but he must have a large garage and high maintenance costs for its upkeep.
Randy Moss – Rhode Island, Estimated $749K
Randy Moss’ acquisition of this Rhode Island property is a happy story, that ought to be an example for other football stars with millions to splurge, about the great potential to increase the value of their investment.
The former wide receiver of the San Francisco 49ers must have taken good advice from friends, with sufficient experience in handling finances, for he was able to resell his property with a jaw dropping 40% increase from its original value. His asking price for it is now at $749K, and it’s the perfect place to raise a family.
Adrian Peterson – BMW 750i, Estimated $82K
The running back for the Washington Redskins, Adrian Peterson, knows how to put his hard-earned money to good use. In fact, he has an impressive fleet of luxury cars, his favorite being the customized 2006 BMW 750i, which cost him $82,000. As such, we can just imagine how enormous his parking area is.
Moving forward, it would be great if Peterson could keep away from the type of expensive lawsuits that must have cost him dearly in the past. Thankfully, he still has most of his savings intact and, as long as he learns from his mistakes, the sky is still the limit.
Aaron Rodgers – California, Estimated $8 Million
The American football quarterback for the Green Bay Packers loves muscle cars, especially his Camaro. He also likes to spend his money on real estate, clearly with a keen eye on the future.
This $8 million property stands out among his several million-dollar investments. It is located in California and is absolutely stunning. This mansion comes with 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, a huge swimming pool, a spa with a sauna, an entertainment room, and a beauty salon. It’s like a shopping mall downsized to a luxury house. It’s quite obvious that Rodgers wants every bit of comfort and elegance in one place.
Frank Gore – Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé, Estimated $350K
As a professional football player for the NFL, Frank Gore is the 49er’s all-time leader in rushing yards and touchdowns. He’s been actively competing since 2005, and is in the final years of his successful career. It’s the phase where one normally looks back to reassess past investments, reap dividends, and re-evaluate financial placements.
Frank Gore has already invested in real estate, and his line up of luxury cars can easily make one envious. The most recent addition to his collection is the 2010 Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé, with an all black exterior instead of the typical two-tone original paint job. Even without the color change, this high-end gentleman’s car costs around $350,000.