Met Police officer drives seized £3.7m Ferrari through Mayfair
The limited-edition supercar was one of several confiscated at a West London meetup on Saturday
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A Metropolitan Police officer drove a £3.7 million Ferrari Monza SP2 through Mayfair on Saturday after the vehicle was seized at a supercar gathering near Hyde Park Corner. The officer, filmed wearing sunglasses, was escorted by a police convoy as he transported the limited-edition car to a depot.
The Ferrari, one of just 499 models produced in 2018, was originally sold for just over $1 million. Its value has since risen sharply, with one example selling for $5 million earlier this year, as reported by *The Standard*. The car was confiscated alongside other high-end vehicles at an event near Wellington Arch.
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Supercar seizures linked to anti-social driving
The Met Police has previously targeted uninsured supercars in affluent West London areas. Last year, officers seized 70 vehicles worth around £7 million in a single weekend, including Ferraris, Porsches and two purple Lamborghinis. The operation, supported by the Motor Insurers' Bureau, focused on Hyde Park, Kensington and Chelsea.
Residents in these neighbourhoods have reported anti-social behaviour linked to supercar drivers. One Lamborghini driver, in the UK for just two hours and driving for 15 minutes, had his vehicle impounded. Complaints include excessive speed and erratic manoeuvres on residential streets.
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Public reaction and police response
Social media users reacted with amusement to footage of the officer driving the Ferrari. One commenter wrote, "Best day at work ever for that guy." Another said, "Bro must be dreaming." A third noted it was unusual for a seized car to be driven rather than towed.
The Met Police has not responded to requests for comment about the seized Ferrari. The force has previously stated that such operations aim to address uninsured driving and public safety concerns in high-traffic areas.
What happens next
The Ferrari Monza SP2 will be held at a police depot pending further investigation. It is unclear whether the vehicle’s owner will face charges for uninsured driving or other offences. The Met Police has not confirmed if additional supercar seizures are planned in the coming weeks.
Questions this report answers
+Why was the Ferrari seized by police?
The Ferrari Monza SP2 was seized because it was part of a group of uninsured supercars at a meetup near Hyde Park Corner. The Met Police has targeted such vehicles due to anti-social behaviour complaints, including fast and erratic driving in residential areas.
+How much is the seized Ferrari worth?
The Ferrari Monza SP2 is worth £3.7 million. It was originally sold for just over $1 million but has since increased in value, with one example selling for $5 million earlier this year, as reported by *The Standard*.
+What happens to seized supercars?
Seized supercars are typically held at a police depot pending investigation. Owners may face charges for uninsured driving or other offences. Last year, the Met Police impounded 70 supercars worth £7 million in a single weekend in West London.
+Have there been similar seizures in London before?
Yes, the Met Police seized 70 supercars worth £7 million in a single weekend last year. The operation targeted uninsured vehicles in Hyde Park, Kensington and Chelsea, following complaints about anti-social driving behaviour from residents.
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