Bryan Alexander

USA TODAY

George R.R. Martin might not be the most modern guy in the world. But even the medieval-loving Game of Thrones author kills for a cool car.

Martin was positively gloating about his brand spanking new purple Tesla Model S on the Emmy red carpet on Monday. For many, the car is a way to celebrate success: Prices for the long-range plug-in electric car start at about $70,000. And Martin has certainly seen success lately.

"I have one really cool concession to technology, it's brand new," said Martin, with his hand over his heart. "I have a new Tesla. A purple Model S. It's a custom paint job. So I have the only purple Tesla in the world."

Please note: If you are some other guy with a costume-painted purple Tesla, immediately have it repainted or Martin will rip out your heart with his jealous hands.

Martin beamed about how cool the car is.

"I come up to it and it knows I am coming," said Martin. "The door handles come out. It plays my favorite music. It's like a person, the Tesla. It's amazing."

This is pretty shocking from the guy who hates having a "cell" phone ("I like having phones with cords and dials") and proudly uses a DOS computer.

"I tie messages to the legs of ravens and send them to the next castle. I am Mr. Medieval here. I am not Mr. Technology Guy," said Martin.

One downside to broadcasting the new car: Martin's rabid fans now know that if a purple Tesla drives by they should block the car and plead for the life of their favorite character.