Laurence Escalante is a billionaire gaming and technology entrepreneur who is best known as the founder and CEO of VGW Holdings, a company that specialises in online social gaming and operates the popular social casino site Chumba Casino.
Latest addition 2024 – Three Bugattis in the Lee Collection.
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Escalante founded VGW in 2010, originally under the name Virtual Gaming Worlds, with the aim of creating social games that allow players to experience the thrill of real-money gambling without the need for actual cash deposits. In 2012, VGW launched Chumba Casino, which quickly became a hit with online gamers and social casino enthusiasts around the world.
Under Escalante’s leadership, VGW has launched additional social casino sites such as Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots and also received numerous industry awards for its innovative gaming products and business practices.
In addition to his work at VGW, Escalante is involved in various philanthropic activities. He is also a BIG fan of cars and has an impressive collection that presently totals 31 vehicles. Here is a brief overview of some of the vehicles he owns.
Aston Martin V12 Speedster
The Aston Martin V12 Speedster is a high-performance sports car created by Aston Martin’s bespoke customisation service, ‘Q by Aston Martin.
A limited-edition model with just 88 cars made, inspiration for the vehicle was derived from the brand’s successful history of racing and aeronautical design. The result is a truly visceral driver’s car that showcases the skills and meticulous planning of Aston Martin impressive design team.
The V12 Speedster, for all intents and purposes, is a living show car, exemplifying the brand’s commitment to engineering ingenuity and advanced materials. It is powered by Aston Martin’s vivacious Twin-Turbo 5.2-litre, V12 engine and is capable of producing 700 horsepower and 753Nm of torque. It is also paired with a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission with a limited-slip differential driving the rear wheels.
The V12 Speedster can accelerate from 0 to 62mph in just 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 186 mph. Overall, it is an exceptional car that was unveiled at the company’s Gaydon HQ in a concept spec mode inspired by the iconic F/A-18.
An extremely sexy vehicle, it features a striking livery finish in a colour known as Silver Skyfall, as well as a contrasting satin black on the exhaust tips, vanes and vent grilles. At the time of its launch, it was priced at a whopping $950,000 for the base model.
Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae Roadster
The Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae Roadster is the final version of the Aventador model line and is set to be the last non-hybrid V12-powered supercar produced by Lamborghini. The car is based on the Aventador platform but has been extensively redesigned and refined.
The vehicle’s interior is luxurious and modern, with high-quality materials and advanced technologies. The car features a digital instrument cluster, a touchscreen infotainment system, and a premium sound system. The interior is also customisable, with various colours, materials, and finishes to suit all tastes.
Under the hood, it has a 6.5-litre V12 engine that produces 770 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque. The car has an advanced all-wheel-drive system and an automatic seven-speed transmission. It can advance from 0 to 60 mph in a nifty 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 220 mph.
The body of the Aventador showcases a slick and aggressive design, with a profile that is low-slung, has sharp lines, and a large rear wing. The car also has advanced aerodynamic features, including a front splitter, side skirts, and a rear diffuser, which look good and work together to increase downforce and improve handling.
A limited-edition model with only 350 examples produced, each car is individually numbered and will feature a range of exclusive design elements, including special badging and unique paint colours. The vehicle has a starting price of around $600,000 and is a highly sought-after collector’s item among automotive enthusiasts.
Ferrari FXX K
The Ferrari FXX K is a track-only supercar introduced in 2014 as a successor to the Ferrari FXX and the Ferrari 599XX. The ‘K’ in the name stands for ‘KERS’ (Kinetic Energy Recovery System), a technology that recovers kinetic energy during braking and stores it for later use.
Powered by a hybrid drivetrain with a 6.3-litre V12 engine and an electric motor, the combined output of the car’s engine and the electric motor is 1,036 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful Ferraris ever built. The vehicle also features advanced aerodynamics and active suspension, which work together to improve handling and performance.
The Ferrari FXX K is not street-legal and is designed to be used exclusively on race tracks. Instead, Ferrari offers a limited number to a select group of customers. They are invited to participate in a unique track program where they can drive the car and provide feedback to Ferrari’s engineers. The vehicle also features telemetry and data acquisition systems that allow the company’s engineers to analyse and optimise it’s performance.
A rare and exclusive supercar of which only 40 units were produced, each car is custom-built to their customer’s specifications, with various options available for the exterior and interior. The car has a starting price of around $3 million and is considered one of the world’s most advanced and exclusive track cars.
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is a supercar produced by the French automobile manufacturer Bugatti from 2005 to 2015. It was named in honour of Pierre Veyron, the French racing driver who rose to global prominence when he triumphed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1939 when driving for Bugatti.
The Veyron is regarded as one of the most advanced and powerful production cars ever built. It features a quad-turbocharged 8.0-litre W16 engine, which produces 1,001 horsepower and 1,250 Nm (922 lb-ft) of torque. It also has a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, which allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in an incredible 2.5 seconds. While its top speed is electronically limited to 407 km/h (253 mph) to prevent tire failure, it has been clocked at over 430 km/h (267 mph) in unofficial tests.
The vehicle was also known for its advanced engineering and high-tech features. Some of which include an active aerodynamics system that adjusts its wings and spoilers for optimal downforce and speed and a hydraulic suspension system that automatically adjusts the ride height and stiffness for different driving conditions.
Overall, just 450 units were built during its ten-year production run. It also had a high price tag, with the base model starting at around $1.7 million and special edition models costing several million dollars. Despite its high cost and limited production, the Veyron 16.4 remains one of the most iconic and legendary supercars ever produced.
Porsche 991 911 Speedster
The 2019 Porsche 991 911 Speedster is a limited-edition sports car based on the 991.2-generation 911. It is a tribute to the brand’s 70th anniversary and is the last 991-generation model produced by Porsche.
The car’s design is inspired by the iconic 356 Speedster from the 1950s, with a more aerodynamic shape, a chopped windshield, and a manually operated fabric top that can be stowed beneath a carbon-fibre tonneau cover. The car also features a unique double-bubble roof design, which not only pays homage to the original 911 Speedster but also reduces wind noise and turbulence.
This version is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine that produces 502 horsepower and 346 lb-ft of torque, paired together with a manual six-speed transmission. The car can reach a top speed of 192 mph and can zip from 0 to 60 mph in a very swift 3.8 seconds.
The interior of the 911 Speedster is minimalist, with lightweight carbon-fibre seats and door panels, a manual gearshift lever, and a smaller steering wheel. It also features a special Heritage Design Package, which includes leather and tartan upholstery, unique badging, and retro-inspired colour options.
Other notable attributes include a lightweight exhaust system, a retuned suspension, and larger brakes. Additionally, it has several bold retro styling cues, such as the Talbot-style mirrors, black chrome exterior trim, and a unique rear fascia with round taillights.
Overall, less than 1,950 of this car brand were produced, with each being individually numbered to commemorate the year of the brand’s founding. The car has a starting price of around $275,000, making it one of the most expensive 911 models ever produced.
McLaren 765LT
The McLaren 765LT is a high-performance sports car introduced by the British automaker McLaren in 2020. It is based on the company’s 720S model but features several upgrades and enhancements that make it faster, more powerful, and more focused on the racetrack.
Running on a 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces 755 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, the engine is matched with a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic transmission that can propel the car from 0 to 60 mph in only 2.7 seconds, with a top speed of 205 mph.
The car’s aerodynamic design includes a larger front splitter and a new rear diffuser. It also has an active rear wing that helps to improve downforce and stability at high speeds. While its body is made from lightweight materials such as carbon fibre, which helps reduce weight and improve performance. Inside, the 765LT features a stripped-down interior with minimal amenities, including lightweight carbon fibre racing seats, a digital instrument cluster, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The McLaren 765LT is a limited-production model, with only 765 examples produced. It is priced at around $358,000, making it one of the most expensive vehicles in their range.
The impressive vehicle also features many performance upgrades, including a stiffer suspension, larger brakes, and a lighter exhaust system. It also includes race-inspired features like carbon fibre racing seats, a titanium roll hoop, and a race-style steering wheel for good measure.
Laurence Escalante’s Complete Car Range
At the time of writing, Laurence Escalante’s full collection incorporates the following vehicles:
Aston Martin V12 Speedster
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster ’22
Mclaren 620R
Ferrari Ispirazioni 812 GTS (x 2)
Bussink AMG GT R Speedlegend
Mclaren MSO HS
Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae
Aston Martin V12 Vantage ’22
Bugatti Veyron 16.4
Aston Marting Vantage AMR
Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae Roadster
Lamborghini Sian FKP 37
Mercedes-Benz SLR Mclaren edition
Ferrari 458 Speciale A
Mercede-Benz AMG GT Black Series
Lamborghini Essenza SCV12
Porsche 911 Speedster 991
Mclaren Elva (x 2)
Ferrari FXX K
Mclaren P1
Porsche Carrera GT (x2)
Ford GT
Mclaren 720s GT3x
Mclaren Senna
Ferrari Ispirazioni Roma
Mclaren Senna GTR
Lamborghini Aventador SVJ
Mclaren 765LT
New Cars Added to the Collection: October 2023
Aston Martin Speedster
Aston Martin Valk AMR Pro
Bugatti Chiron Super Sport
Bugatti Veyron
Ferrari 599 SA
Gamballa Mirage GT
McLaren 688HS
Mclaren P1 GTR
Mercedes SLR HDK
Mercedes SLR
Pagani Zonda R
Porsche 918
