The coolest classic cars hidden in Patrick Dempsey’s garage
With a successful acting career, an amazing racing team, a beautiful family and a collection of four-wheeled beauties, the life of Grey’s AnatomyThe star of, Patrick Dempsey, is anything but gray. McDreamy, as he is affectionately known, has paid his dues in the automotive world, growing from a celebrity driver to a racing car champion.
As with many car collectors, the obsession with cars begins at a young age. In this interview with Architectural summary, Dempsey spoke of growing up in Maine and seeing different cars go by in the 1970s. He recalled how his father, who raced short track in Maryland, would come home with a Matchbox car for him, and how he also did the same for his car-loving son. This leads us to wonder if the son will ever be a car collector like his father. Without further ado, here are the coolest classic cars hidden in Patrick Dempsey’s garage.
ten 1963 Porsche 356
The 1963 Porsche 356 will always be Dempsey’s first love. He got the Porsche 356 when he was barely 21 from his salary for his first big break in Hollywood when he appeared in the film I can’t buy myself love.
In this interview with Driving.co, Patrick Dempsey revealed that his Porsche 356 Speedster was the same car used in the movie. Top Gun. Although the car is quite small, it is also easy to drive. Dempsey has mentioned many times that he has no plans to let go of the Porsche 356 Speedster.
9 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
Another keeper is the 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE. Dempsey, father of twins, received the Mercedes-Benz 280SE as a gift from his wife for his 40th birthday. The Mercedes-Benz, which draws its power from a 2.5L six-cylinder engine, is a fun, stylish and classic car.
In the Architectural Digest interview, Dempsey revealed that the 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is his children’s favorite and that they call it “Princess Car”.
8 1973 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Many Porsche enthusiasts will agree that the 911 GT3 RS is one of the greatest cars the automaker has ever made. McDreamy uses the Porsche 911 GT3 RS as his daily driver, so we know it’s not going anywhere anytime soon.
As a racing driver, it’s no surprise that Dempsey falls in love with a powerful car like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS that puts out up to 520 horsepower with its 4.0-liter engine.
seven 1982 Porsche 911 SC
Dempsey occasionally sells his cars once he tires of them and gets a new collection. However, most of his Porsches are still in his garage and the 911 SC is one of them.
While Dempsey isn’t a big fan of modifications, the Porsche 911 SC comes with a 3.6-liter engine upgrade. McDreamy is banking on power over looks, comfort and cruising when it comes to the Porsche 911 SC.
6 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing
Patrick Dempsey isn’t your usual celebrity who drives a Range Rover or a big luxury SUV to the grocery store. Dempsey prefers to race the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing. This supercar is the second Mercedes product to feature gullwing doors, with the 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SL being the first.
The 563 horsepower that the SLS delivers with the 6.2L V8 engine isn’t too much of a problem for the prolific race car driver. Speaking to Architectural Digest, Dempsey says his SLS really comes to life after 80 mph, but the roads in the US don’t leave much room for that.
5 Panoz Espérante GT
The Panoz Esperante GT is perhaps the rarest car in Dempsey’s garage as only 33 units have been made. This bespoke coupe holds a lot of sentimental value for Dempsey as he named it after his daughter, Tallulah.
Panoz describes the Esperante GT as a work of art that delivers “unmatched levels of endurance and high intensity performance”. This barely-approved sports car produces up to 420 horsepower with its supercharged V8 engine.
4 Jaguar XK120
Another rare find in Dempsey’s garage is the Jaguar XK120. This ultra-cool sports car has a gray exterior with a red interior that exudes an aura of luxury. It’s no wonder Ranker named it one of the 20 coolest celebrity cars of all time.
With a capacity of 135 mph, the Jaguar XK120, which is now worth over $ 100,000, has caught the attention of many celebrities, including Patrick Dempsey.
3 1972 Jaguar E-Type Coupe
Hollywood’s love affair with the Jaguar E-Type Coupe didn’t start with Patrick Dempsey, and certainly won’t end with him. As well as seeing the Jaguar in movies such as the Austin Powers series, Harold and Maude, and The Avengers (1998), you’ll also find it in McDreamy’s garage.
When chatting with Architectural Digest, Dempsey says he still has the V12 convertible, which offers the most agile and smooth ride. The sexiest man in the world in 2005 added that the Jaguar E-Type Coupe is a very sexy car.
2 Ferrari Daytona
While the Ferrari Daytona isn’t one of Dempsey’s favorites, there’s no denying that it’s still a great ride. It is equipped with a large 4.4-liter V12 engine producing over 352 horsepower.
In a conversation with Vanity Fair, Dempsey describes the Daytona as a beautiful, sculptural car, but not practical enough for an everyday driver.
1 Mercedes SL Roadster
A prototype of the Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Roadster was first unveiled at the New York Auto Show in 1954, and over the years it has captured the attention of some of Hollywood’s best, including Patrick Dempsey.
Besides its aesthetic appeal, the Mercedes SL Roadster was popular for its one-of-a-kind servo-assisted drum brakes. The suspension, steering and engine were installed on a removable subframe, which doesn’t make it that different from modern vehicles.
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