Saudi billionaire flew his fleet of gold supercars to London but they ended up facing the wrath of a traffic officer
Published on Jun 19, 2026 at 2:37 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Jun 19, 2026 at 2:37 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Mason Jones
Most people heading to London for a vacation might book a rental car or rely on taxis to get around, but for one Saudi billionaire, he couldn’t part with his fleet of gold supercars.
Instead of hopping on the Tube, Turki Bin Abdullah decided that bringing every single one of his golden supercars was a better idea.
The flashy convoy turned heads wherever it went, but it wasn’t long before the cars attracted the attention of someone far less impressed than the crowds gathering to take photos.
He had a moment that many people battling with London’s parking fines or the congestion charge deal with; he had to face a traffic officer.
Saudi billionaire shipped his gold supercars to London
Saudi billionaire Turki bin Abdullah, who is believed to be a member of the Saudi royal family, became a sensation when he arrived in London with a collection of gold-wrapped luxury supercars worth well over $1 million.
His fleet included a Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6, a Lamborghini Aventador SV, a Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe, and a Bentley Flying Spur modified by Mansory.
Each vehicle was covered in eye-catching shiny gold vinyl, making them impossible to miss on the streets of Knightsbridge.
The billionaire reportedly paid tens of thousands of dollars to transport the cars around 3,000 miles to London so he could use his own vehicles while on holiday.
The arrival of the golden convoy caused a frenzy among tourists, locals, and car spotters, with crowds gathering around the luxury cars whenever they were parked in the capital.
A traffic officer was less than impressed
While the gold-plated supercar fleet attracted plenty of admiration, it also caught the eye of a parking enforcement officer.
The cars were parked near Cadogan Square in Knightsbridge, close to the luxury hotel where Abdullah was believed to be staying, but unfortunately for the billionaire, London’s parking rules apply equally to everyone.
The Lamborghini Aventador SV ended up with two separate £80 parking tickets, while the Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6 and Bentley Flying Spur each received one.
Of course, the tiny penalties were unlikely to trouble someone wealthy enough to fly multiple supercars across continents for a summer trip.
Still, the incident served as a reminder that even billionaires in gold Lamborghinis can’t always escape a traffic officer.
Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
