The 10 Most Famous Car Collectors in the World and Their Collections

The world is full of amazing car collectors. You might not know their names, but you’ve probably heard about some of their collections.

People say that the wealthy love their toys, and if cars are considered toys, that statement is definitely true. Car collecting is a pricey hobby for the rich and famous – but many auto enthusiasts from around the world like to look on with mingled admiration and envy. 

These ten famous car collectors have made it their mission to accrue dozens of beautiful automobiles so that they can travel around in style – or simply observe them in a well-protected garage. 

From fashion designers to sultans, there are all types of car collectors on this list, but they all have one thing in common: they love to buy cars. In this post, we’ll peruse a list of ten of the most iconic car collectors in the world as well as what kind of cars each of them likes to collect. 

Sultan of Brunei 

Hassanal Bolkiah, otherwise known by his royal title of the Sultan of Brunei, is one of the world’s most renowned and mysterious car collectors. With a net worth of approximately $20 billion, the Sultan of Brunei has the biggest royal palace in the world and can buy any car he wants. 

The Sultan’s car collection count is estimated at 7,000, including 570 Mercedes-Benz, 380 Bentleys, 450 Ferraris, and a slew of sports cars like Lamborghinis and Maseratis. 

Manny Khoshbin 

Manny Khoshbin is a world-famous car collector with his own million-subscriber YouTube channel which focuses on his love of extravagant and rare automobiles. Making his money from real estate, Khoshbin has racked up an impressive collection that features a wide range of sought-after cars. 

One of Khoshbin’s most popular and prized possessions is his Bugatti Chiron, which is one of the world’s rarest automobiles. Few people are as passionate about cars as Manny Khoshbin!

Jay Leno 

American television host Jay Leno is another passionate car collector. With a wide range of cars including a 1937 Fiat Topolino and a Mclaren F1. With hundreds of world-class cars, it should come as no surprise that Leno runs his own car collection show that people from all over the world attend. 

With an earnest and sincere love for cars, Leno is one of the few collectors on this list that isn’t interested in reselling his beloved automobiles. 

Jay Kay (Jamiroquai)

Lead singer from the hit 90s hip hop band Jamiroquai, Jay Kay is a superstar car collector based in the US. Cool as a cucumber, Jay Kay’s collection is almost as famous as his many hit albums – and features a broad-reaching variety of both utilitarian and sports vehicles. 

Some of Jay Kay’s private collection of cars include a Ferrari 247, a Porsche Carerra GT, and even a Lamborghini Miura SV. He has over 100 exotic and beautiful cars from across the globe. There aren’t many car collectors as modern or cool as Jay Kay. 

Sheikh Hamad Bin Hamad Al Nahyan

Also known as the Rainbow Sheikh, Sheikh Hamad Bin Hamad Al Nahyan got his colourful title from buying cars in every possible hue From red to indigo, the Rainbow Sheikh simply had to have one in every shade – and it has gained him international credibility.

With a penchant for larger-than-life, extraordinary machines, the Rainbow Sheikh takes his large-wheeled trucks out into the desert for gratuitous displays of horsepower. 

Rowan Atkinson

Best known for his iconic role as “Mr. Bean” on British television, Rowan Atkinson takes surprising pride in his impressive collection of rare automobiles. After famously crashing a Mclaren F1 (twice, actually) on set, he developed an affinity for raunchy sports cars. 

Some of Atkinson’s collection includes cars such as the Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coup, an SLS Mercedes-Benz, and the NSX. No one can doubt his enthusiasm for expensive cars. 

Dmitry Lomakov 

Renowned for collecting historical artefact cars, few people are as familiar with automobile history as Dmitry Lomakov. His cars all hail from previous eras or zeitgeist, including Adolf Hitler’s monstrous Mercedes-Benz and Martin Bormann’s car of the same brand. 

Nick Mason

Another superstar-turned-gearhead, Nick Mason is the drummer from Pink Floyd who turned his attention to cars after leaving the band. With an enormous passion for cars, Mason has obtained a long list of cars almost all belonging to the sports category. 

Some of Mason’s most iconic cars in the collection include a Ferrari 250 GTO, Ferrari Enzo, a Maclaren F1, and a Maserati 250F. He does not disappoint!

Mukesh Dhirubhai Ambani

As India’s richest man, it only makes sense that Mukesh Dhirubhai Ambani collects some of the world’s craziest and most expensive cars (as well as several mansions and private planes). 

With roughly 170 cars in his cache, Ambani has bought mostly sports cars with a hint of sophistication and class, such as the Rolls Royce Phantom, Maybach 62, and a variety of both Bugattis and Mercedes-Benz. To top it all off, he keeps them in his 60-storey home worth a whopping $2 billion. 

Ralph Lauren 

International fashion mogul Ralph Lauren loves collecting unusual vintage cars. Forming part of his classy collection, Lauren owns a Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic Drophead Coup and a string of Ferraris, as well as tens of millions of dollars worth of other exotic vehicles. 

Part of what makes Lauren’s car collection so interesting are the unique designs, brands, and colours he chooses when buying a vehicle. He really puts a fashionable spin on everything he does – whether it is designing outfits for the runway or purchasing gorgeous auto specimens. 

A Worthy Automobile Investment

When you’ve got more money than you know what to do with, collecting cars is a great way to spend your hard-earned cash. These expensive automobiles bring their owners much joy and pride, even if they only exist to be displayed rather than driven around. 

The ten people on this list are obsessed with collecting some of the world’s most expensive and exquisitely designed vehicles on the market, making each of their collections well worth a browse.