Bunnie Xo Rolls Royce - Cullinan Series II

The ink is barely dry on the divorce papers of Jason DeFord, better known as Jelly Roll, and Alisa DeFord, known professionally as Bunnie XO, and the former Mrs. DeFord has reportedly celebrated her newfound independence with a brand-new Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II valued at roughly $500,000. 

According to reports, Jelly Roll agreed to make a one-time lump-sum payment to Bunnie as part of their divorce settlement, in addition to the division of various assets. While the amount of that payment remains confidential, it appears Bunnie was in no mood to pinch pennies when it came time to shop for a new ride. 

The Cullinan, named after the Cullinan Diamond, the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever discovered, sits near the top of the Rolls-Royce lineup. With a starting price well north of $300,000 and seemingly endless customization options, it's easy to see how a buyer can push the price toward the half-million-dollar mark. 

Of course, we're not here to criticize how anyone spends their money. Everyone knows people with modest means who spend like millionaires, and others who come into serious money only to watch it disappear as quickly as it arrived. Whether Bunnie's purchase was a smart financial decision or simply a well-deserved reward is ultimately her business.

Rolls-Royce positions the Cullinan above the Ghost in its model range and below the flagship Phantom. Since its introduction, the ultra-luxury SUV has become one of the brand's most successful modern products, attracting buyers looking for the craftsmanship and prestige of a Rolls-Royce in a more practical package.

At an estimated $500,000, Bunnie's Cullinan appears to feature a healthy dose of personalization. Rolls-Royce is renowned for its bespoke customization program, allowing buyers to specify everything from unique paint colors and leather combinations to one-of-a-kind trim materials and personalized interior details. It's rare to find two Cullinans built exactly alike.

There has been no indication whether Bunnie paid cash, financed the purchase, or leased the vehicle. While I'm generally not a fan of leasing, an argument can be made for it when dealing with exotic luxury vehicles. Even premium brands experience depreciation, and ownership costs can be significant once warranties expire.

A quick back-of-the-napkin calculation suggests that if a $500,000 vehicle lost roughly 20 percent of its value over three years, the depreciation alone would amount to about $100,000. That works out to more than $2,700 per month before factoring in financing costs, insurance, taxes, or maintenance. Suddenly, those eye-popping lease payments don't seem quite as outrageous.

Then again, if you're driving a half-million-dollar Rolls-Royce, you're probably not worried about stretching every last dollar.

Let's not make this all about money, though. Bunnie is free to spend her money however she sees fit, and whether her financial decisions make sense to the rest of us is beside the point.

Born Alisa Andrea DeFord (née Carter) on January 22, 1980, in Houston, Texas, Bunnie built a large following through her podcasting, social media presence, and entertainment career before marrying Jelly Roll. She and the singer met in Las Vegas and married in 2016, later renewing their vows in 2023. 

The nickname "Bunnie" dates back to her younger years, while "XO" has become part of her public persona and brand identity.

Jelly Roll, a Nashville native, has been active in the music industry since the early 2000s. Blending hip-hop, rock, country, and Southern rap influences, he achieved mainstream success with hits such as "Son of a Sinner" and "Need a Favor," helping establish him as one of the most recognizable crossover artists in modern country music.

As for Jelly Roll's daily driver, reports have long indicated that he favors a customized matte-black Ram 1500 that Bunnie gifted him for Father's Day in 2020, proving that even successful musicians don't always feel the need to travel in a Rolls-Royce.

In the end, a divorce, a new beginning, and a $500,000 Rolls-Royce make for quite a headline. Whether it's a symbol of independence, a reward for surviving a difficult chapter, or simply a luxury purchase by someone who can afford it, Bunnie XO is clearly moving forward in style.

1985 Rolls Royce Silver Spur - The Names have Been Changed

This is a true story. The names have been changed to protect the guilty. 

When I was a kid growing up in Baldwin, New York (Long Island), the "Jones" family living behind us had a number of what I deemed to be off-beat automobiles that looked liked nothing else in the neighborhood; I later deduced that their cars were Rolls-Royce's. Which was incredibly absurd considering how working-class the block was and their cars were worth more than their house, which was bigger and worth far more than anyone else's, was. 

They had late model Rolls' too; not thirty-seven year old rollers like this '85 Silver Spur for sale down I-71 a stretch in lovely Columbus, Ohio for what would seem a reasonable $7,000. But that's relative. After all, we're talking about a Rolls-Royce and one that the poster of the ad claims has some issues and apparently no documentation. 

Like I believe all Rolls-Royce's are, I thought their cars ungainly and homely. Odd inside and out as well. Seeing this one here brings that all back to me too. Still, I'd love to drive one and see what all the hub-bub was all about and ready for myself for a most ordinary of rides. Or nothing more special than the way my 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo rides and handles. If that sounds like reverse-elitism it's anything but. Trust me on that one. 

Costing more than $100,000 new back in the mid-1980's, this car still has quite the presence and makes a statement; although I'm not sure what that statement is - or was even back then. If Rolls' have ever been about anything it was saying, "I'm rich. Filthy. Stinking rich and have so much money to burn I don't know what to do with it so I've blown a chunk of it on a car." 

Like many an old car, these in particular are not for the faint of heart. The poster of the ad on Facebook Marketplace claims the car needs an oil pump. An oil pum[, really? Just replace the damn thing, mate! Right? 

Well, not so fast, sunshine. A used oil pump for that 6.75-liter, Rolls-Royce V-8 runs about a grand - just for the part. New? Good luck finding one and tearing into that lump to replace it is not something for us shade-trade, garage hack amateur mechanics could, would or should do. 

It's recommended only Rolls-Royce certified mechanics work on these things and good luck finding one. Or finding one that you won't have to melt your 401K down to bankroll the bills. 

Rolls-Royce's are famous for their "sophistication" and durability but if their maintenance has not been documented, like it apparently has not been on this thing, the advice of many is to stay away. A maxim to remember is that if you can't afford a good Rolls-Royce, you really can't a for a bad one. 

So, back to the "Jones'" and their gaggle of Rolls'; the Mr. had a Silver Spur like this while the Mrs. had a Corniche coupe in blue. They also had an in-ground pool, in a neighborhood dotted with above ground pools, cast growling lions on their on their front stoop, a jacuzzi, and my mother claimed their was a sauna in the attic. Their son and daughter, both of whom were more than ten years older than I was, were both private schooled. The family took multiple European family vacations every year too. 

Best is they couldn't have been nicer people. The only thing I recall my parents saying about what Mr. Jones did for a living was that he worked in construction specializing in pouring foundations for new homes. 

One day I saw Mrs. Jones pushing Mr. Jones through the park in a wheel chair; he had huge plaster casts on both legs. When I asked my mother if she knew what happened, she said he had been in a car accident and both of his knee caps were broken. Junior sleuth I was, I didn't see any damage to either of their two Roll's.