Maxim

Maxim (stylized in all caps) is an international men's magazine, first launched in the UK in 1995, but based in New York City since 1997. American rapper Lupe Fiasco was featured in their May 2011 issue, where he discussed his collection of Ferraris."Lupe Fiasco Has Ferrari Fever". Maxim. April 12, 2011.
== Article ==
Tell us about your Ferraris.
It's a love-hate relationship. The Ferrari is a wonderful machine. It just has so much passion, soul, and mystique; it's the ultimate car. But with that said, they are some of the worst motherfucking cars on the face of the planet when it comes to certain things. They call them "garage queens" because they look great, but when you're actually in the car you're terrified. 
Do you own many? 
I've got four. My first was a used 575M Maranello. I immediately took it from L.A. to Vegas, driving through Death Valley with the music banging and the windows down. And I did the speed limit the whole way—I swear! We believe you! 
Which one do you have here?
That's my 400i. It's the best and worst car I've ever had. I had to start the engine with brake cleaner and keep the hood open with a baseball bat. Once it was fixed up, the mechanic told me, "Do not drive this car, because it is a death trap." It is nice to look at… This is the only thing I'm truly materialistic about. Every time I come downstairs and look in my garage and see that blue monster sitting there, it's just a work of art, man. I look at it, and I'm like, "Yes, that shit is dope."
Do you ever race?
I race my guitar player. He's got a GT Mustang. I actually raced him and my assistant, who was in another one of my cars. I said, "Let's just do this. Let's race!" We left the studio, then my car fishtailed and I almost died. It's definitely a car you have to respect or it'll kill you. 
== Gallery ==
File:Lupe Fiasco - Maxim.jpg|Photo by Chris Shonting
== References ==
Category:2011 interviews
Category:Magazines