In a move that oozes both extravagance and automotive flair, billionaire business tycoon Yohan Poonawalla has done it yet again—this time by adding his 22nd Rolls Royce to his already jaw-dropping collection. Yes, you read that right. Twenty-two Rolls Royces (Royci?). Poonawalla, with a net worth that casually hovers north of US$27 billion (that’s roughly Rs 2.3 lakh crore for a little local context), recently treated himself to a brand-new Rolls Royce Phantom VIII Extended Wheelbase (EWB) that reportedly costs a mouth-watering Rs 22 crore (US$2.5million). It’s safe to say this gentleman’s definition of “retail therapy” is in another stratosphere.
The Phantom VIII EWB, however, isn’t your run-of-the-mill (well, nothing about Rolls Royce is ordinary), but this car takes custom luxury to dizzying heights. Poonawalla opted for an exclusive Bohemian Red paint job, presumably because red screams “stop and admire my masterpiece.” But that’s not all. His taste for the finer things doesn’t end at color; a solid gold Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament graces the car’s prow, gleaming like a golden beacon of opulence. And let’s not forget the 22-inch brushed silver dish plate alloy wheels, because nothing screams “attention to detail” like customised rims .
Adding a personal touch, the new Phantom VIII proudly wears a custom-painted “P” on its rear quarter panels, serving as a gentle reminder that, in Poonawalla’s world, subtlety is for mere mortals. And when you’re picking options, why not throw in an illuminated grille and starlight headlights for good measure? This ride is a rolling light show, but, of course, in the classiest way possible .
Now, let’s talk about the pièce de résistance: the privacy suite. Rolls Royce may have discontinued this James Bond-esque partition feature, but when you’re Yohan Poonawalla, company policies take a back seat to your personal whims. The privacy suite, specially requested and crafted for this car, includes a partition between the driver and rear passengers, ensuring Poonawalla’s conversations—or perhaps karaoke sessions—remain strictly confidential. With this addition, the car might just be the most expensive Rolls Royce in India, which feels like a natural progression for someone with a collection that could rival a museum’s.
This latest acquisition only furthers Poonawalla’s reputation as an automotive connoisseur of the highest order. His unmatched fleet includes a dizzying array of luxury cars, supercars, and vintage beauties that leave enthusiasts drooling. But let’s be real—when your 22nd Rolls Royce steals the spotlight, you know you’re playing in a different league.
So, while the rest of us scrape by with modest sedans (or, God forbid, public transport), Poonawalla continues to cruise through life in a sea of unrivaled luxury. Cheers to the man who doesn’t just buy cars; he collects them like trophies—and paints them in Bohemian Red, just because he can.
