King Charles III may be one of the most recognisable figures in the world, but like many people, he is said to have a prized possession he is particularly protective over, and one strict rule to go with it.
According to a former royal insider, the monarch has long refused to let anyone else drive his cherished classic car, an Aston Martin DB6 MkII Volante. The car, a 21st birthday gift, has become closely associated with King Charles III over the years. Grant Harrold, who worked with the Royal Family between 2004 and 2011, said the vehicle holds significant sentimental value for the King.
“The King famously has his Aston Martin, which was a 21st birthday present,” Harrold said, noting that it is finished in Seychelles Blue and remains one of the monarch’s favourite personal items.
What makes the car particularly unusual is a modification made in 2008, allowing it to run on biofuel derived from wine and cheese byproducts, rather than conventional petrol. The eco-friendly conversion reflects the King’s long-standing interest in environmental sustainability.
Despite its public appearances, Harrold told Pure Wow the King has always been highly protective of the vehicle. “He’s very, very protective of that car. He never let anyone else drive it,” he said.
Even close family members were not given special privileges. Harrold recalled that both Prince William and Prince Harry had expressed interest in driving the car, but were refused.
On rare occasions, exceptions were made, though only under strict conditions. One such instance involved a member of staff being asked to return the car from the airport, a task Harrold described as a “massive honour” that came with detailed instructions on how carefully it should be handled.
The car has also made notable public appearances, including at the wedding of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, where it was used as a getaway vehicle and drew widespread attention.
When driving it himself, the King is said to have taken a more relaxed approach, occasionally being spotted behind the wheel near his Gloucestershire residence, surprising onlookers.
Harrold said members of the public were often taken aback by the sight of the monarch driving through town, sometimes stopping to wave at passers-by.
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