David Wilson's New Whip (31) via @4stillRunning
Just copped a new whip....cuz I'm caking up...check me out now
This is David Wilson's old Whip. His new whip is a Lamborghini (I'm not a car guy, so if you know the model drop it in the comments). I personally like the character of the Thunderbird more, but if I was about to cash in a winning NFL lotto ticket I'd be balling out too. Update: It was a joke that I fell for. It was only his rental car for the day.
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are we sure this isn't a #
are we sure this isn't a joke? where would he have gotten this money from? he hasn't been drafted yet
once you sign an agent and #
once you sign an agent and elect for the draft you can accept all that money and benefits you weren't allowed in college/high school.
but david is probably a 2nd #
but david is probably a 2nd round draft pick. who would have given him that much money this early?
Where does that come from? #
Where does that money come from?
The most likely scenario is... #
What hokiez2013 said, he probably got a large cash advance from his agent. Some people are mad at him, I don't know why. He's a smart kid. If something unfortunate were to happen to cut his career short he'd have his brain to fall back on. If I had that cash, I wouldn't have bought something that lavish, but it's his choice. He worked hard to be where he's at.
David Wilson eats Chick-fil-A on Sundays.
I'm going with joke #
Not because he dosen't have the money already or because he dosen't deserve it, but a couple observations:
1. Pics outside the car parked in a crowded lot. (not the most scenic spot to announce your new italian exotic to the world) For Christ's sake, there is a minivan taking up half of the pic.
2. No interior shot, not even a shot with the door open.
3. So he has already gotten his smart-tag and installed it (look next to the rear view mirror). Where has he needed a smart-tag? Not from Danville to B'Burg.
I could definately be wrong but it wouldn't suprise me if he saw this car in a parking lot and tried to play a joke on everyone. I see him more as a large luxury sendan type of guy anyways (Bently, Merc S-Class, BMW 7 series, etc). There is no place to install a big system in the Lambo.
Gallardo #
2011 Lamborghini Gallardo Pricing
Submodel MSRP Internet Price
2011 Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder 4WD 2-Dr Convertible V10 $224,600 Get My Price!
2011 Gallardo LP560-4 4WD 2-Dr Coupe V10 $202,000 Get My Price!
2011 Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni RWD 2-Dr Coupe V10 $219,800 Get My Price!
2011 Gallardo LP560-4 Superleggera 4WD 2-Dr Coupe V10 $237,600 Get My Price!
2011 Gallardo LP550-2 Bicolore 4WD 2-Dr Coupe V10 N/A Get My Price!
Read more: http://www.automobilemag.com/am/2011/lamborghini/gallardo/prices.html#ix...
I think it's a Lamborghini #
I think it's a Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera (super light), basically... the only car faster than Wilson! So happy for him. Spend that cashhhh, David.
holy crap #
Fast car for a fast guy.
What if he gets hurt? #
What if our boy blows out his knee in the NFL combine. I mean major blow out with a 12 -18 month full recovery. Good luck paying $4,000/ month car payment. I'm sure insurance isn't cheap either. Hopefully none of that happens and he has a great NFL career. I just hope he doesn't let the money change his personality. Seems to be one of few genuinely nice guys that truly love football for the sport, not the fame.
insurance #
the minute they sign with an agent, they take out insurance policies and can accept crazy amounts of benefits.
"nobody makes me bleed my own blood."
Hopefully a joke #
Jimmy Williams did this same thing and spent $250k before being drafted and several teams were quoted as calling his character questionable and it def hurt his draft stock. Don't think character is an issue for David but still may hurt him some. But with that said its his decision and money!
Lambo Gallardo... does a #
Lambo Gallardo... does a wicked fast lap time on Top Gear.
I feel like such a tomboy atm... on a football site knowing what the cars are... too much testosterone for me!!
No #
No joke.
https://twitter.com/#!/4stillRunning/status/159733699817115648
also, apparently this lambo doesn't have lambo doors.
When #
kids started putting "Lambo doors" on civics, Lambo stopped the practice...
Nice ride and well deserved. Moreso than Drunkonmiller's lambo purchase in 96
excuse me #
what is caking up?
www.twitter.com/BeaunerJam
"To be the man, you gotta beat the man" - Rick Flair
always trust urban dictionary. #
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=caking%20up
"nobody makes me bleed my own blood."
Nice #
But I wouldn't leave that parked on campus very long. I know what college students are like.
some perspective... #
Ryan Williams was the 6th pick in the 2nd round last year (DW should be a similar pick). RW signed a 4 yr 5 million contract. The 1st year of that contract breaks down as follows:
Base Salary = 350k
Signing bonus = 535,442
Total 2011 compensation =910,442
Of the 5 million Im not sure how much is guaranteed outside of the 2.1 million signing bonus (paid in annual installments)
The 910k RW made in 2011 does not take into account taxes, his agent's cut, any money fronted him by his agent, etc. So, taking a guess here, RW'S take home was likely around 50% in 2011, around 500K. With that in mind, DW just spent aywhere from a quarter to half his 2012 take home pay on a car
Are you including #
his Nike sponsorship? Because I remember he signed with them last year and it was contingent on how high he went/performed.
http://www2.insidenova.com/sports/2011/apr/25/ryan-williams-signs-sponso...
Most players sign some sort #
Most players sign some sort of apparel deal but, its not a million dollar deal and once again you have to account for others (like your agent and the IRS) who have their hands in the cookie jar
Anyone know of any good #
Anyone know of any good Lamborghini mechanics in Blacksburg?
No #
But come by the Shelor Motor Mile. We have some easily transferable parts out of an '08 Buick sub 67k miles.
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"To be the man, you gotta beat the man" - Rick Flair
***EDIT*** #
David Wilson just confirmed via Twitter it was just a rental. As mentioned, he is IN FACT a smart kid. best of luck to him.
www.twitter.com/BeaunerJam
"To be the man, you gotta beat the man" - Rick Flair
What I don't get. #
How does his (non-)purchase of the expensive car make him any more smart or stupid? He's the same kid he was yesterday, and he'll probably be the same kid tomorrow.
David Wilson eats Chick-fil-A on Sundays.
exactly my point #
I wasn't saying he's somehow smart after all. I saw a lot of tweets yesterday in the form of "good riddance" or something close there to with regards to his perceived ignorant purchase. I'm sure he has received a sizable advance from his agent allowing him to spend some money taking a rig like that on the town for the day. Pretty funny really considering anyone who ever says "If I win the lottery i'd buy x". Would we be just as dumb or superfluous?
www.twitter.com/BeaunerJam
"To be the man, you gotta beat the man" - Rick Flair
Smart #
How often do smart people spend 25-50 % of their yearly salary by January 19th? Just Sayin...
Look #
in the background. Palm trees...NOT Blacksburg.
Either way, he'll be rollin one day real soon.
i'm glad, but #
i'm glad this was a joke, but am i the only one who was secretly hoping that chick-fil-a was sponsoring him and gave him the car?
Has the purchase of a #
Has the purchase of a Lamborghini EVER been a smart move for ANYONE?
Let's leave the kid alone. Renting a supercar for a day is better than buying any new car, as far as impulse decisions are concerned. I'm sure we all made some form of luxury buy when we got our own first real job... anything from a nice dinner to too much car/house.
What's Important Now
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Maybe #
It was just a test drive and he didn't pay a cent. That would be really smart!