Syrian opposition forces unearth Bashar al-Assad’s car collection
An aerial photo shows the Syrian presidential palace in Damascus's Mount Qasyoun, Syria, on Dec. 8, 2024. (AFP Photo)
Syrian opposition forces have exposed an extravagant collection of luxury cars hidden beneath President Bashar al-Assad’s palace in Damascus, following the collapse of his 24-year reign.
The discovery has drawn attention, showcasing rare and valuable vehicles, some of which are icons in automotive history.
A video released by the rebels revealed the stunning collection, which includes an array of exotic cars, from supercars to luxury sedans. Among the most striking finds is a Ferrari F50, a rare model produced between 1995 and 1997.
The V12-engined masterpiece, capable of reaching a top speed of 233 mph, is estimated at $4.2 million worth.
Parked alongside the Ferrari F50 is another classic 1990s supercar, the Lamborghini Diablo. While not as rare as the F50, pristine examples of the Diablo cost around $380,000 in today’s market.
The video also showcases a Ferrari F430 Spider, a more common but equally impressive model. The sprawling garage reportedly houses additional high-end vehicles, including a Rolls-Royce Ghost, a Bentley Continental GT, an Aston Martin Rapide, an Audi R8 and a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG with iconic gull-wing doors.
Beyond supercars, the garage contains a fleet of luxury SUVs, saloons and off-road vehicles. Highlights include multiple Mercedes-Benz coupes, numerous BMW sedans, Toyota Land Cruisers, quad bikes and utility vans. Notable models spotted in the collection are:
- Lamborghini LM002
- Rolls-Royce Phantom
- Aston Martin DB7
- Ferrari F40, F430, and 355 F1 GTS
- Revcon Trailblazer
With Assad fleeing to Russia after the rebels seized control, the vehicles now stand as a striking symbol of the regime’s excess.
