Brunei — Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-nation Southeast Asian tour, aiming to extend India’s relations with the two significant Southeast Asian nations of Brunei and Singapore. During Modi’s visit to Brunei, he called on the head of state, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the longest-serving monarchs in history, inside the sultan’s gilded palace.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s Luxurious Life and His Car Collection
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is renowned for his high-rolling lifestyle, and one of the most breathtaking things he owns is the largest private car collection in the world. Valued at a staggering $5 billion, this collection of automobiles comprises over 7,000 luxury vehicles-the ultimate fantasy of every car enthusiast in a display of automotive opulence.
The Car Collection Highlights of the Sultan
Bentleys:
The highlights of this treasure trove include the vintage Bentleys of the 1980s and the 1990s, each estimated at around $80 million. Included within are the most celebrated models such as the Azure and Continental R Superfast, the Buccaneer GT coupe, and the Java, a twin-turbo V8-powered automobile.Ferraris:
Those that showcase his taste for Italian luxury crop up, few and far between: Ferrari F50, two 250 GTOs, an F40, a handful of Ferrari 456s, a Ferrari FX, and a Testarossa F90 Speciale.Porsches:
Other occupants of the Sultan’s garage are 55 Porsche 928s-32 S4 variants, among others-Porsche 959s, a Daur 962 Le Mans, and a Carrera GT.Rolls-Royces:
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah had the largest private Rolls-Royce collection, with estimates as high as more than 600 different models back in the year 2011.Aston Martins and Others:
The Sultan ordered bespoke Aston Martins like the exclusive AM3 grand tourer. He has a few McLarens, many Bugattis, BMWs, Mercedes-Benz vehicles, Brabuses, Jags, and a Koenigsegg CCXR among others.Modi’s Diplomatic Overtures
A visit by Modi epitomizes the commitment of India to the improvement of ties with Southeast Asia countries. A meeting with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah showed the importance of fostering diplomatic relations and opened new vistas for collaboration.