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Luxury car brand Bugatti permanently banned Tom Cruise from buying their car

Entertainment - Mar 23, 2024
Luxury car brand Bugatti permanently banned Tom Cruise from buying their car

Tom Cruise, the renowned Hollywood actor known for his captivating performances, has recently faced an unexpected hurdle in his pursuit of luxury. 

Despite his fame and fortune, Cruise has been permanently banned from ever buying a Bugatti, one of the world's most prestigious and beloved car brands.

Tom Cruise, the famous actor, was permanently banned from purchasing the prestigious Bugatti car brand. Image Credit: Getty
Tom Cruise, the famous actor, was permanently banned from purchasing the prestigious Bugatti car brand. Image Credit: Getty

Luxury car brand Bugatti permanently banned Tom Cruise from buying their car

In 2006, during the premiere of his movie Mission Impossible 3, Tom Cruise faced a small but significant problem when he tried to open the passenger door of his Bugatti Veyron. 

This seemingly trivial incident had long-lasting consequences for Cruise's relationship with the esteemed car brand. 

Bugatti deemed the incident embarrassing and decided to sever ties with the actor, imposing a lifelong prohibition on his ability to acquire their vehicles. 

As a result, Cruise's opportunity to indulge in the opulence of Bugatti cars has been permanently revoked. 

Tom Cruise's struggle with the passenger door of his Bugatti Veyron during the Mission Impossible 3 premiere had lasting consequences. Image Credit: Getty
Tom Cruise's struggle with the passenger door of his Bugatti Veyron during the Mission Impossible 3 premiere had lasting consequences. Image Credit: Getty

Surprisingly, it wasn't the car's technical requirements that caused Cruise to be banned.

Instead, it was the embarrassing incident in 2006 that sealed his fate. 

Even though Cruise's wife at the time, Katie Holmes, quickly joined him on the red carpet after the door problem, the incident was seen as too shameful for the renowned Bugatti brand. 

As a result, Cruise has been forbidden from buying a new Bugatti ever since that incident.

Embarrassing incident in 2006 led to permanent ban on Cruise buying Bugatti. Image Credit: Getty
Embarrassing incident in 2006 led to permanent ban on Cruise buying Bugatti. Image Credit: Getty

Strict regulations of the luxury car company Bugatti

Bugatti, a well-known French car manufacturer famous for its exceptionally speedy cars, imposes strict guidelines on its customers. 

To ensure the optimal performance and longevity of their vehicles, Bugatti owners must adhere to certain rules and regulations. 

These include an annual maintenance cost of $21,000 and the necessity to replace tires after every 10,000 miles driven. 

While these additional expenditures may appear relatively modest in comparison to the extravagant price tag of the car itself, they play a crucial role in maintaining the impeccable condition of Bugatti cars. 

Bugatti enforces strict guidelines for owners, including $21,000 annual maintenance and tire replacement every 10,000 miles. Image Credit: Getty
Bugatti enforces strict guidelines for owners, including $21,000 annual maintenance and tire replacement every 10,000 miles. Image Credit: Getty

Cruise is not alone in facing this ban. 

Other notable figures, including Floyd 'Money' Mayweather, Flo Rida, Simon Cowell, and former Formula One World Champion Jenson Button, have also been indefinitely banned from acquiring a Bugatti for various reasons.

Despite this ban, Cruise's car collection remains impressive, as he has filled his garage with other luxury vehicles over the years.

BMWs, Chevrolets, Mustangs, and his infamous Bugatti Veyron are among the cars that Cruise has owned and enjoyed.

These requirements contribute to the overall upkeep and performance of Bugatti vehicles, ensuring their exceptional quality and performance on the road.