HR88B8888 Becomes India’s Most Expensive Car Number Plate at ₹1.17 Crore
In Haryana’s online auction, this VIP number plate set a new national record, beating all previous bids for fancy vehicle registrations.
Record-breaking Auction: How It Happened
- The registration number HR88B8888 fetched ₹1.17 crore in Haryana’s recent online auction, making it the most expensive car number plate ever sold in India.
- A total of 45 bidders competed for this plate, with the bidding starting at ₹50,000.
- By noon, the bid had already reached ₹88 lakh before finally closing at ₹1.17 crore
Why HR88B8888 Was So Valuable
- The plate is visually striking due to its repeating “8”s — a number considered lucky in many cultures.
- The uppercase letter “B” also resembles an “8,” making the sequence look like a string of eights.
- Such VIP or “fancy” plates are seen as status symbols in India, especially for luxury car owners.
Comparison With Previous Records
- Earlier, Kerala had witnessed a VIP number plate sold for around ₹45.99 lakh.
- The ₹1.17 crore paid for HR88B8888 far surpasses previous records, reflecting growing demand for premium registration numbers.
Why Fancy Number Plates Are Popular
- Buyers consider them a status symbol and sometimes a lucky charm.
- They are memorable and visually distinctive, making them highly desirable.
- State transport auctions raise significant revenue while providing buyers with exclusive, sought-after numbers.
