The “Ferrari blacklist” is a notorious classification maintained by the iconic Italian sports car brand. It includes those owners who flagrantly violate the strict rules and standards imposed by the company. In addition to known violations such as unauthorized customization of vehicles or non-payment by owners, the list is rumored to also include cases of irresponsible driving behavior, negative public behavior that discredits the brand image, and financial challenges that put Ferrari’s reputation at risk.
Many are unaware that Ferrari, the famous Italian sports car brand, has a code of Conduct to which all owners of their cars must align themselves. However, some celebrities end up neglecting the rules while driving these cars and have to pay the price. One of the most paradigmatic and media examples of how a Ferrari owner should not behave is from the Canadian singer Justin Bieber.
Justin Bieber on Ferrari’s blacklist.
Bieber, who He bought a Ferrari 458 Italia in 2011 when he was just 17 years old., would quickly rise to fame until becoming a symbol of youth and rebellion. His first years as owner passed without major problems. However, his behavior behind the wheel became increasingly dangerous and careless. In 2016, he visited a nightclub in Beverly Hills, where he received a ticket for leaving his car parked for two weeks in a prohibited location. He later received a second fine for not having a valid driver’s license while driving the supercar.
Although, the straw that broke the camel’s back with the Italian brand was when Bieber decided to customize his car in the West Coast Customs, an automotive boutique that is not Ferrari approved. The car, originally white, was painted a bright blue. In addition, the Canadian installed alternative tires and a blue horse on the steering wheel. As a result of this affront to the brand’s exclusivity, Ferrari excluded him from its client list.. This means that Justin Bieber cannot buy another Ferrari car.
Other celebrities banned by the Prancing Horse.
And it is not an isolated case. The list of celebrities excluded by Ferrari includes 50 Cent. The American rapper ended up as persona non grata for Ferrari after publishing a photo of his Ferrari 488 car with the message “I don’t want this Ferrari 488 anymore. I think I’m going to buy a smart car”. Also on the infamous list is Nicolas Cage, who sold his Ferrari Enzo at retail due to financial problems. The brand stopped seeing him as an honorable owner.
The Ferrari has a code of conduct that all owners are supposed to follow. Among other rules, Owners are prohibited from selling the car without the express authorization of the brand. Bieber did so and that is why today he cannot buy any other Ferrari. His controversial customized Ferrari 458 Italia was Auctioned “illegally” and ended up with a valuation of 434 thousand dollars. However, it was considered illegal and Ferrari did not accept the result of the auction.
Other celebrities such as Tyga, an American rapper who couldn’t pay for his car and lost it in a pledge process (he left the car as a pledge). Another case is that of Floyd Mayweather, who violated the Ferrari ownership rules, they are also on the blacklist. DeadMau5, Blac Chyna and Kim Kardashian are also not well received in the branches of the Italian automaker. One of the most curious rules is the one that requires owners to own the car for at least a year before selling it.
