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King pays RM1.75mil for 'FFF 1' number plate

King pays RM1.75mil for 'FFF 1' number plate

Source: Daily Express Sabah

PETALING JAYA: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim has paid RM1.75 million for the "FFF 1" vehicle registration number.

Transport minister Loke Siew Fook presented the licence plate to Sultan Ibrahim during an audience with the king at Istana Negara.

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In a Facebook post, Sultan Ibrahim expressed hope that the proceeds from the bid would be used by the federal government to help the people.

Bidding for the "FFF" vehicle registration numbers took place from May 11 to 15.

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Sultan Ibrahim, known for his passion for classic and collectible automobiles, is no stranger to the purchase of unique vehicle registration numbers.

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He acquired the "FF 1" number plate in June last year for RM1.75 million and the "GOLD 1" number plate in February this year for RM1.5 million.

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