Tech billionaires who don’t own luxury cars

In an era where billionaires spend fortunes on private jets and custom supercars, a few of the world’s richest tech leaders have taken a different road.

Despite their immense wealth, some of Silicon Valley’s most powerful names are known for their surprisingly modest car choices, preferring practicality and nostalgia over flashy displays of luxury.

Steve Ballmer

The former Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, could easily afford a garage full of Lamborghinis. Yet, he’s remained loyal to Ford, a brand that holds deep personal meaning. 

Ballmer’s father worked as a manager at Ford Motor Company, and the billionaire has often been spotted driving a Ford Fusion Hybrid.

His choice reflects both humility and sentimentality, a quiet tribute to his family roots rather than a status symbol.

Jeff Bezos

Before he became one of the richest men alive, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was famous for his frugality.

In a 1999 60 Minutes interview, Bezos proudly showed off his 1996 Honda Accord, calling it a “perfectly good car.”

It became a symbol of his practical mindset during Amazon’s early years. Of course, Bezos’s tastes have since evolved — today, his garage includes a Bugatti Veyron and a Koenigsegg CCXR — but his humble Honda days remain a defining part of his image as the down-to-earth innovator who built an empire from a garage.

Mark Zuckerberg

Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg, worth over $150 billion, is famously understated in his personal style, from grey T-shirts to budget-friendly cars.

For years, he’s been seen driving a Volkswagen Golf GTI and a Honda Fit, both modest by billionaire standards.

Though he now owns a Pagani Huayra worth over $1.5 million, his daily drivers reflect his minimalist lifestyle and preference for function over flash.