Xabi Alonso and his special passion for the world of motorsports: he is a lover of classic cars.
Following the imminent agreement between Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid for the Tolosa native's arrival in the Spanish capital, Madrid, in the coming months we will be able to observe one of the Spanish coach's greatest passions , related to the world of motorsports.
Alonso has always been known for his elegant and understated style in all aspects of his life, and, as expected, his garage boasts a wide range of vehicles that are not overly technologically advanced.
What is Xabi Alonso's greatest passion in the world of motorsports?Xabi Alonso, it seems, is a classic car enthusiast . An open secret that we'll surely confirm the moment he enters Valdebebas for the first time to coach Real Madrid. On numerous occasions, the Tolosa native has been seen at the controls of various classic cars, such as the Porsche 911 or the 356.
Features of the Porsche 911 and 356First of all, the Porsche 911 (also known as the Pre-73) was one of the last classic models Xabi had in his hands: an S version that can be equipped with engines of up to 190 hp and with a current value of approximately 180,000 euros .
Another of the most spectacular models owned by the future Real Madrid manager is the Porsche 356. This 1950s model was the predecessor of the 911 itself and could be equipped with an engine of up to 1,600 cc. Of course, to get one of these engineering relics you'll have to dig deep into your pocket, as today it's valued at around 200,000 euros.
What other vehicles does Xabi Alonso own?In addition to these two Porsche masterpieces, the Tolosa native has a long list of classic cars in his garage , including a late 1950s Mercedes 190 SL. On several occasions, the former footballer and current Leverkusen manager until the end of the season has published photos and videos of himself driving this marvel from the German company . It features a 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine with 105 hp and is capable of reaching speeds of up to 170 kilometers per hour. This convertible version could cost around €150,000 today.
Finally, we'll focus on the Porsche 912 , a model known only to fans of the German brand. Currently, there are only two examples left in the world, and Xabi Alonso has been fortunate enough to have this motorsport gem in his hands.
The former footballer has driven this 1965 model on more than one occasion. It features a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine with 90 hp. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 11 seconds and reaches a top speed of 190 kilometers per hour. The Tolosa native may also have several current and sports cars in his garage, but it's clear that his fondness for classics stands out above all others.
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