Willie Mays’ personal cars will be on display at the Blackhawk Museum now through September 21, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to see these rare pieces of history before they’re gone!
1977 Stutz Blackhawk
The Stutz Blackhawk was the ultimate statement of 1970s excess, a rare blend of American power, Italian craftsmanship, and Hollywood extravagance. Designed by famed stylist Virgil Exner and hand-built in Italy on a Pontiac Grand Prix chassis, each car took over 1,500 hours to complete and cost more than a Rolls-Royce at the time.
With fewer than 600 ever built, the Blackhawk was favored by celebrities like Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Lucille Ball. Owning one wasn’t just about transportation, it was about status and individuality. Willie Mays’ personal Blackhawk represents not just a rare automobile, but a piece of his post-baseball legacy, tying sports stardom to cultural influence
1975 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
By the mid-1970s, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow had become the very definition of discreet opulence. Beneath its refined exterior was a revolutionary design: a 6.75-liter V8, fully independent suspension, and an advanced self-leveling system adapted from Citroën, ensuring the kind of smooth, whisper-quiet ride only Rolls-Royce could deliver.
It symbolized a new era for the world’s most prestigious luxury carmaker, blending tradition with modern engineering. Willie Mays’ Silver Shadow isn’t just a car; it’s a glimpse into the life of a man whose legacy transcended baseball and entered the realm of cultural sophistication.
1989 Jaguar XJS
Succeeding the legendary E-Type, the Jaguar XJS was a bold new vision for British grand touring. By 1989, the XJS had matured into a refined balance of luxury, elegance, and long-distance performance, a true example of Jaguar’s philosophy of “grace, space, and pace.”
Once controversial for replacing the beloved E-Type, the XJS is now celebrated as an icon of 1980s British automotive design. Willie Mays’ red 1989 example represents the model at its peak. Sleek, stylish, and timeless, much like the man himself.
Don’t miss this rare chance to see three of Willie Mays’ personal cars up close. They’re here for a limited time only at the Blackhawk Museum, a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into the legend’s world beyond the diamond.