The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, is renowned for his extraordinary car collection, which is the largest in the world, boasting over 7,000 vehicles valued at approximately $5 billion. Among his prized possessions are seven exclusive Ferraris, crafted specifically for the royal family. These rare vehicles, including modified Ferrari F40s, showcase the Sultan's unique taste and wealth, reflecting a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury. This blog post delves into the fascinating story behind these extraordinary cars, exploring their design, exclusivity, and the Sultan's passion for automotive excellence, revealing a hidden world of opulence and craftsmanship.




The Ferrari in question is the Ferrari F40 LM, a highly coveted model known for its rarity and performance. Only seven units of the F40 LM were produced, specifically commissioned by the Sultan of Brunei and his family. This exclusivity is a significant aspect of the car's allure, making it a prized possession among collectors and automotive enthusiasts.

The Sultan of Brunei's Influence

The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, is known for his extravagant lifestyle and passion for luxury cars. His collection includes some of the rarest and most expensive vehicles in the world. The decision to order seven Ferrari 456 GT reflects not only his wealth but also his desire for unique automotive masterpieces. Each of these cars was customized to meet the Sultan's specifications, enhancing their uniqueness.

Ferrari 456GT Venice




A shooting brake design made in the mid-1990s, it was based on the two-door 456 grand touring car.

It boasts a a 5.5-liter V-12 and the roof extension and rear doors designed by Pininfarina.

The cars have aged like a fine wine – but collectors can forget trying to get their hand on a unit.

Only seven left the factory with a single buyer we know about – Prince Jefri Bolkiah.

He spent $1.5 million on each of them, with rumors that the owner of the seventh was a private collector based in the UK or was a test vehicle that never left the factory at all.

Other cars owned by the Sultan of Brunei




-The Sultan of Brunei reportedly owns more than 7,000 cars.

Another rare car belonging to the Sultan of Brunei is this 1-of-3 converted Lamborghini LM002 wagon that needs tires that cost $54,000.

It’s one of only 300 ever produced and was converted from a pickup truck to a wagon.

In fact, he’s such an avid collector that Bentley wouldn’t exist today if it wasn’t for the Sultan of Brunei.

The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, and his brother, Prince Jefri, were able to keep the plucky British company alive by making. substantial purchases in. the mid-to-late 1990s when sales were low.

He certainly takes care of his investments with his McLaren F1 GT spotted landing in London, UK, to be restored in 2022.