On the court, New York Knick’s Carmelo Anthony wows with masterful skill and prodigious scoring abilities. Over the years, Anthony has been the source of a few controversies, but has also done a lot of charity work, and has made appearances in music videos and TV shows. Off the court, he’s earned a solid reputation as a master car collector as well.
Anthony is like many collectors. His garage is ever-changing and it’s hard to know what’s in there at any given time. That said, he’s sold some rides off for charity, kept some, and swapped others out for something more intriguing. Here’s a list of some of the sweetest whips Anthony has had at one time or another.
1971 Chevelle
Melo’s Chevelle ended up being a charity prize. With its custom paint job, it’s an obvious tribute to his hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. The black and orange ride features an oriole on the hood. The interior is black and orange, and was equipped with a Rockford Fosgate stereo. Other highlights include a cowl induction hood, automatic transmission and front disc brakes.
1964 Lincoln Continental
Anthony’s Lincoln Continental is a beautiful example of tasteful updates and low-key customizations. The deep blue exterior is eye-catching, yet classy. The interior has been fully customized with a top-end sound system that includes Alpine woofers and amps. The exterior has wire rims, and features the beautifully simplistic lines of the 4th generation of Continentals. One of the most popular aspects of the 64 Continental is the suicide (aka rear hinge) doors. One of the other things that sets this particular Continental apart is its size. The 4th generation was smaller than its predecessors, and designers aimed to give it a more cool, streamlined look.
Jeep Wrangler
One thing you can give Anthony is that he has strayed from the celebrity norms. Instead of the ever-popular G Class SUV or Range Rover, Melo stuck with the all-American Jeep Wrangler, but did it up in his own style. Anthony’s Wrangler was tricked out with a matte red paint job, matching soft top, monster wheels and plenty of bells and whistles. The custom job was done by Will Castro, the customizing car guru of the stars.
Corvette Stingray
You have to love a woman who gives her man a 2015 Corvette Stingray for his 30th birthday. In 2014, La La did just that. Anthony’s black Stingray features plenty of horsepower, two seats perfect for a couple’s night out and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The powerful V8 and slick styling ensure excellent performance that won over car critics and reviewers. Some of the top perks of the Stringray are hands-free entry, 8-way power driver and passenger seats, rearview camera, sun sensor, 9 speakers and more.
The Face of Masarati
In 2015, Carmelo Anthony became the face of luxury, and promoted Masarati and Zegna in a European photo shoot. During his session, he got to test drive the latest Masarati in the Italian Alps. The beautiful vehicle possessed intricate interior detailing, while the powerful performance allowed Anthony to fly across European roadways and enjoy his temporary sweet ride.
What Time is It?
Those who have followed Carmelo Anthony know his other passion: watches. Not only does he have a multimillion-dollar collection, he also invested in Haute Time. For anyone with a fascination with an accessory that has started to go the way of VHS and land lines, a look into Anthony’s collection is worth it. The extravagant array includes everything from Rolex to Hublot.
Anthony has obviously enjoyed many incredible luxurious accessories and rides over the years, and as one of the highest paid players in the NBA, he is sure to enjoy quite a few more during his lifetime. He has broad taste that encompasses both the old and new, and a love for customization. Make sure to pay close attention to what’s in his garage, and what’s on his wrist.
