The Saudi Royal Family's Gold-Plated Supercars

The Saudi Royal Family's Gold-Plated Supercars


July 23, 2025 | Jack Hawkins

The Saudi Royal Family's Gold-Plated Supercars


The Blinding Car Collection Of The World's Richest Gulf State

When it comes to blending oil-rich wealth with four-wheeled fury, no one does it quite like the Saudi Royal Family. For decades, Saudi royals have flaunted their extravagant taste through fleets of hypercars – but in recent years, a unique signature has emerged: gold. Not just gold badges or accents, but fully gold-plated or gold-wrapped supercars that shine like molten sunlight under city lights. Here’s an exclusive peek into the royal garage.

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Prince Turki’s Gold Lamborghini Aventador SV

Prince Turki bin Abdullah is the most recognized figure in the golden supercar phenomenon. His Lamborghini Aventador SuperVeloce, wrapped in gold chrome, commands attention wherever it roars. The original Aventador SV costs around $500,000, but the gold wrap—crafted from heat-resistant vinyl and applied using high-end lamination techniques—added roughly $35,000. With a V12 producing 740HP, the car hits 217 MPH and dashes from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds.

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Rolling in Gold: Prince Turki’s Rolls-Royce Phantom

Another stunner in Prince Turki’s collection is a gold-plated Rolls-Royce Phantom. A rolling palace on wheels, the Phantom features a 6.75-liter V12 engine and floats at a limited top speed of 155 MPH. The vehicle costs over $460,000 in stock form, but the full gold chrome wrap, paired with gold-dipped Spirit of Ecstasy and grille detailing, pushes the value beyond $520,000.

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Royal Elegance in Motion: Gold Bentley Flying Spur

Prince Turki also travels with a gold Bentley Flying Spur. This British luxury beast, powered by a twin-turbocharged W12 engine, boasts 626HP and a top speed of 207 MPH. The car, valued at $240,000 stock, gains another $30,000 in wrap and detailing, including custom gold wheels and interior accents for cohesive royal flair.

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Prince Al-Waleed’s Golden Bugatti Veyron

No Saudi gold-car conversation is complete without Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal. Among his golden assets is a custom-wrapped Bugatti Veyron. Originally priced at around $1.7 million, this French masterpiece features a quad-turbo W16 engine producing 1,001HP and a top speed of 253 MPH. The mirror-finish gold chrome wrap was delicately applied using a multi-layer adhesive method to accommodate the Veyron’s complex curves and panels.

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The SLR Shines: Prince Al-Waleed’s Mercedes-McLaren

Prince Al-Waleed also owns a gold Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, a now-iconic blend of German engineering and British design. With a 617HP supercharged V8, it hits 208 MPH. The car’s price, originally around $500,000, gets a $20,000 wrap job complete with customized forged gold wheels for an even more commanding look.

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Princess Reema’s Gold Porsche Panamera Turbo

Princess Reema bint Bandar reportedly owns a gold-wrapped Porsche Panamera Turbo, a unique combination of performance and elegance. The Panamera’s twin-turbo V8 delivers 620 hp and a top speed of 196 mph. With a base price around $190,000, the car’s wrap—less aggressive in shine but still rich in hue—cost an estimated $15,000, applied using partial-wrap techniques to maintain luxury subtleness.

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Crown Prince MBS’s Gold Range Rover SVAutobiography

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s golden touch appears in his modified gold Range Rover SVAutobiography. A symbol of power and versatility, this vehicle costs around $210,000 before customization. The gold plating is a hybrid finish—combining paint with vinyl wrapping to endure desert heat. The SUV’s supercharged V8 produces 557HP, reaching 176 MPH in surprising grace for its size.

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Prince Khalid’s Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

Prince Khalid bin Sultan shows his taste through a gold-wrapped Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. This front-engine V12 monster, capable of 205 MPH, originally cost $320,000. The wrap, done in satin gold to complement its race-bred curves, was applied using pre-cut film to avoid disrupting its aerodynamics, totaling an extra $18,000.

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Golden Thunder: Prince Saud’s Audi R8 V10 Plus

Prince Saud bin Abdulaziz is known for his gold Audi R8 V10 Plus. With 610HP produced and a 0–60 time of 3.2 seconds, the R8 is already a head-turner. The prince’s version is a full gold-chrome wrap with matching wheels and calipers. The cost? Around $210,000 stock, plus a $25,000 full wrap job that had to be heat-applied to avoid warping the carbon-fiber panels.

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Sheikh Mishaal’s Maybach S650 In Gold

Sheikh Mishaal Al Saud, cousin to the Crown Prince, has made waves with his gold-plated Maybach S650. A behemoth of luxury, the S650 comes with a 6.0L V12, producing 621HP and effortlessly cruising at 155 MPH. The vehicle starts at $200,000, but the custom gold-plating on trim, wheels, and emblems alone is worth another $40,000.

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Aston Royalty: Prince Faisal’s Gold DBS Superleggera

Prince Faisal bin Salman takes a different route with a gold-accented Aston Martin DBS Superleggera. Rather than full-body wrap, gold pinstriping and hardware highlight the car’s dramatic shape. The DBS, costing around $315,000, puts out 715HP and hits 211 MPH. The gold work, estimated at $10,000, includes detailing on the grill, badging, and interior controls.

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Prince Abdullah’s BMW M760Li In Matte Gold

Even the younger royals are getting in on the golden action. Prince Abdullah bin Faisal’s gold-wrapped BMW M760Li is a stealthy but no less luxurious ride. Powered by a twin-turbo V12, the 7 Series flagship hits 155 MPH with ease. Its wrap is a subtler matte-gold finish, costing roughly $12,000. The car’s base price is about $160,000.

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The G-Wagen, Gilded: Prince Bandar’s AMG G63

Prince Bandar bin Sultan leans into German power with his gold Mercedes-AMG G63. This squared-off beast is valued around $180,000 and powered by a 577HP V8. His version is wrapped entirely in brushed gold with black contrast trim, with the vinyl alone costing $17,000 due to the sheer surface area and paneling complexity.

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Prince Abdulaziz’s Gold Cadillac Escalade ESV

Prince Abdulaziz bin Abdullah has been seen in a gold-plated Cadillac Escalade ESV. The luxury SUV, a favorite among royals for its comfort and presence, starts at around $100,000. His Escalade features gold chrome wrap, 24-karat gold trim, and custom wheels, all combining for an estimated $140,000 total value.

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Golden Simplicity: Princess Haifa’s Maserati Quattroporte

One of the more understated members, Princess Haifa bint Faisal, prefers elegance over extravagance. Her gold Maserati Quattroporte is wrapped in a satin-finish film, preserving the Italian sedan’s dignity. With a twin-turbo V6 that pushes 424HP, the car reaches 177 MPH and costs around $120,000, with a minimal gold detail package adding $8,000.

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Prince Mansour’s Electric Gold Tesla Model S Plaid

Prince Mansour bin Mutaib’s gold-wrapped Tesla Model S Plaid stands out for environmental irony. The electric beast produces 1,020HP and hits 200 MPH. While a Plaid costs around $130,000, the prince spent over $15,000 on a gold wrap engineered to withstand high temperatures generated during Tesla’s intense launches.

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Prince Talal’s Golden American Muscle: Dodge Hellcat

Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz was once seen stepping out of a gold Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat. This American muscle car, pushing 717HP from its supercharged V8, costs about $90,000. His model features a full body wrap in deep reflective gold, matte black hood stripes, and matching interior accents, costing an additional $10,000.

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Desert Jewel: Prince Sultan’s Lexus LX600

Rounding out the golden garage is a unique gold-wrapped Lexus LX600, reportedly owned by Prince Sultan bin Salman. The luxury SUV, with its twin-turbo V6 engine and 409HP output, is the epitome of opulent off-roading. The $130,000 vehicle gains another $12,000 worth of golden upgrades.

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The Mystery Hypercar: Gold Koenigsegg Agera RS

And finally, there’s a mysterious gold Koenigsegg Agera RS, spotted during a royal family event in Riyadh. While it’s unclear who in the family owns it, the car’s base value is $2.5 million. The gold wrap, costing around $60,000, covers its carbon-fiber shell and showcases the Swedish hypercar’s 277 MPH top speed.

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In the Kingdom of Gold, Cars Are Royalty

From the dunes of Riyadh to the boulevards of Knightsbridge, the Saudi Royal Family’s gold-plated supercars aren’t just cars—they're symbols of power, prestige, and an unabashed love for speed and spectacle. These golden machines not only defy gravity but redefine opulence on four wheels. In the world of royal luxury, gold isn't just a color—it's a statement.

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