Tracy Morgan, the celebrated comedian and actor known for his work on Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock, has rebuilt his life—and done so in style—after surviving a devastating car crash in 2014. In the years since the accident and subsequent legal settlement with Walmart, Morgan has become a recurring figure in the New York luxury car scene, with sightings in some of the most extravagant vehicles money can buy.
The life-altering accident occurred on June 7, 2014, when a Walmart tractor-trailer slammed into the limousine bus carrying Morgan and his friends on the New Jersey Turnpike. The crash claimed the life of his longtime friend and mentor, James “Jimmy Mac” McNair, and left Morgan with severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, broken bones, and emotional trauma. He spent eight days in a coma and underwent extensive rehabilitation, including relearning how to walk.
Legal proceedings soon followed, with Morgan suing Walmart for negligence. By 2015, the case concluded in a confidential settlement widely reported to be around $90 million. While Morgan’s legal team once disputed that exact figure, calling it “not even close,” more recent reports cite the $90 million number as a generally accepted estimate. Walmart also reached a separate $10 million settlement with McNair’s children.
Since the settlement, Morgan has lived what many describe as a lavish lifestyle, most notably by his love of exotic cars. Mainstream outlets and the ever-watchful lens of social media have chronicled his high-profile vehicle sightings.
Among the highlights:
- Bugatti Veyron Incident (2019): Morgan made headlines when his $2 million Bugatti Veyron was sideswiped in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen just minutes after he purchased it. “Thanks for any concern but I am totally fine,” he tweeted, sparking a viral moment covered by CNN.
- Lamborghini Drama in Times Square (2020): Morgan once again made headlines after being caught on video arguing with a pedestrian after a near-miss while driving a red Lamborghini. The Daily Mail reported that no charges or police reports were filed.
- 2023 SVJ Sideswipe: Autoevolution detailed another incident involving his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, requiring significant repairs. Despite the damage, Morgan remained a frequent sight on city streets.
In recent days, the buzz has reignited. On July 17, 2025, @DailyLoud posted a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing Morgan cruising through New York in luxury rides. The post garnered over 3 million views.
Morgan’s fortune isn’t solely tied to the Walmart settlement. His continued work in television, film, and endorsements has bolstered his financial status. Finance reports from 2025 place his net worth in a healthy range, enough to support an exotic car collection that includes Bugattis and Lamborghinis—vehicles that often cost between $500,000 and $2 million.
Interestingly, some reports and online discussions suggest Morgan had an affinity for luxury cars before 2015. A 2015 article from BestRide noted him driving a Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, indicating that his taste for fast cars predates the settlement.
While many fans celebrate Morgan’s comeback and enjoy spotting him in New York traffic, others raise eyebrows at the extravagance. Critics have questioned whether flaunting wealth is appropriate given the circumstances that led to the settlement. Still, Morgan has never shied away from the spotlight, embracing his recovery and success with characteristic boldness.
