Net Worth Of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s Empire: 7,000 Cars, Golden Jets, And A Private Zoo

Invited by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, the visit underscores deepening connections and mutual interests between the two nations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made his landmark visit to Brunei to the Southeast Asian nation. This two-day trip aims to enhance India's relationship with Brunei and celebrates 40 years of diplomatic ties between the two countries.

PM Modi's visit comes at the invitation of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who is the second-longest reigning monarch globally, after Queen Elizabeth II. The Sultan is renowned for his immense wealth and lavish lifestyle, including owning the world's largest private car collection.

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Hassanal Bolkiah's Extravagant Car Collection

The Sultan's car collection is valued at around $5 billion and includes over 7,000 luxury vehicles. Among these are approximately 600 Rolls-Royce cars, earning him a Guinness World Record. His collection also features around 450 Ferraris and 380 Bentleys.

Automotive sources like CarBuzz and The South China Morning Post report that he also owns Porsches, Lamborghinis, Maybachs, Jaguars, BMWs, and McLarens. Notable cars include a Bentley Dominator SUV worth about $80 million and a custom-designed Rolls-Royce with an open roof and gold embellishments.

The Lavish Istana Nurul Iman Palace

The Sultan resides in the Istana Nurul Iman Palace, which holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest residential palace globally. Covering over two million square feet, it features five swimming pools, 1,700 bedrooms, 257 baths, and 110 garages. The palace is adorned with 22-carat gold.

Additionally, the Sultan owns a private zoo that houses 30 Bengal tigers and various bird species. He also possesses a Boeing 747 aircraft for personal use.

Special Vehicles for Special Occasions

Among his prized possessions are a Porsche 911 with Horizon Blue paint and an X88 power package. Another notable vehicle is a 24-carat gold-plated Rolls-Royce Silver Spur II. For his daughter Princess Majededah's wedding in 2007, he acquired a custom gold-coated Rolls-Royce.

Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's wealth primarily comes from Brunei's oil and gas reserves. With a net worth of $30 billion, his opulent lifestyle extends beyond cars to include luxurious residences and unique collections.

This historic visit by PM Modi aims to strengthen bilateral relations between India and Brunei while highlighting the cultural and economic ties that have developed over four decades.