Shaquille O’Neal Forgets $160K Custom Car Purchase
Shaquille O’Neal, the legendary NBA player, recently experienced a moment that many can only dream of: forgetting he’d purchased a luxury car. The seven-foot-one-inch Hall-of-Famer was surprised when a custom 2024 Ford Escalade, costing $160,000, was delivered to his home. The delivery sparked amusement among fans.
O’Neal’s reaction went viral, capturing his genuine surprise upon seeing the vehicle. This wasn’t the first time Shaq had seemingly forgotten a car purchase, adding to his already larger-than-life persona. The custom Escalade was, of course, tailored to accommodate his towering frame.
In the video, Shaq can be seen admiring the car’s features, including its massive 26-inch Travis Scott wheels and spacious interior. He even playfully called out to fellow tall athletes, saying, “Hey Victor Wembanyama, all you 7-footers, you better call my boys.”
Fans quickly chimed in on social media, with many expressing a mixture of amusement and amazement at O’Neal’s financial status. One Instagram commenter wrote, “They just bringing him cars and charging him.” Others joked about the dealership’s possible strategies, while some simply expressed a desire to achieve a similar level of wealth.
At 7’1”, finding a comfortable car is no easy task for Shaquille O’Neal. Standard vehicles simply don’t provide enough legroom, forcing him to order custom modifications. The Ford Escalade was specially adjusted to fit his size, making it a rare purchase even for someone with his resources.
Whether it was a genuine lapse in memory or just another day in the life of a celebrity, O’Neal’s reaction is certainly relatable in its own, extravagant way.
