On the July 7, 2025, episode of WWE RAW, wrestling legend Goldberg made a memorable entrance by arriving in a classic Chevrolet Chevelle during his retirement run, setting the stage for a confrontation with World Heavyweight Champion Gunther. Despite the dramatic moment, Goldberg later expressed his disappointment over the choice of muscle car used in the segment, which did not align with his well-known preference for Dodge vehicles.
Behind the Scenes: The CarCast Podcast Discussion
During a guest appearance on the CarCast podcast, Goldberg revealed more about what went wrong behind the scenes. His co-host immediately noticed the car was a local rental and not a Dodge, prompting Goldberg to explain that the production team was unaware of his muscle car loyalty. He criticized the show‘s team for not arranging a Dodge, given his history and personal affinity for the brand.
I called, I texted [my friend] and I’m like, ‘I’m sorry man, I’m driving a muscle car on the show tonight. But they only had a short period of time.’ They couldn’t — and didn’t know for some reason that I’m a Dodge guy. I mean, how could they not freakin’ know that, first and foremost. And secondly, I get it [not having the right car available]. [But] I mean, all they had to was rent a Challenger. It’s all they had to do, or rent a Charger, you know, from the airport or whatever.
—Goldberg, WWE Hall of Famer
Making Do With What Was Available
Although the Chevrolet Chevelle wasn’t his preferred vehicle, Goldberg accepted the situation and adapted to what was provided. He mentioned the challenges faced during the shoot, including multiple takes, and how the car’s handling fell short compared to what he usually drives. Despite these frustrations, he acknowledged the segment worked well enough for television and appreciated the twist the production introduced.
But it was cool. They threw a little twist on it and I had to make due with what I had in front of me. And I didn’t want to blow the guy’s car up. We had a couple of runs at it beforehand. It wasn’t what I wanted, but it was good enough for TV.
—Goldberg, WWE Hall of Famer
He also noted that while he had hoped for more aggressive driving with the car, it was underpowered compared to his usual rides, describing it as a “dog” in performance terms.
It was different, but I thought it was cool.
—Goldberg, WWE Hall of Famer
The Impact of the Muscle Car Mix-Up on Goldberg’s Retirement Run
Goldberg’s comments highlight the tension between his personal brand and WWE’s production choices during a pivotal moment in his career. The mismatch of vehicles adds to the narrative of challenges he faced in shaping his retirement run on WWE RAW, showing how details matter to performers invested in their image. Fans of Goldberg and muscle car enthusiasts alike may view this as a missed opportunity for authenticity, raising questions about production coordination in high-profile segments.
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