Number plate 5 fetched Dh25.2 million at a police auction here on Saturday, becoming the world’s most expensive number plate, according to organisers.

The first of its kind to be held in Abu Dhabi, the auction was called ‘A Special Number for A Special Cause’ to raise funds for people with special needs.

The auction was organised by the General Headquarters of Abu Dhabi Police in conjunction with the Emirates Auctions Company at Emirates Palace.

More than 700 participants attended the auction, which was held in the main theatre of Emirates Palace in a festive mood amidst cheers.

The auction opened with bidding for number plate 99599, which closed with a bid of Dh102,000.

Posted: 05|12|07 at 5:13 pm. Filed under: Auction News.