A highly customised Ferrari LaFerrari formerly owned by Jay Kay, the frontman of Jamiroquai, has been sold for close to €5 million during an auction in Monaco, underlining the continued strength of the international collector hypercar market.
The sale took place during an RM Sotheby’s auction held in the Principality, where the rare Ferrari attracted major attention due to both its unusual factory specification and celebrity ownership history.
One of just 499 LaFerraris ever produced by Ferrari, the car immediately stood out thanks to its striking Signal Green paintwork — an exceptionally rare choice for the model, which was more commonly delivered in traditional Ferrari reds, blacks or yellows.
The bespoke specification also included a contrasting black roof, silver alloy wheels and yellow brake calipers, giving the hybrid hypercar an appearance unlike almost any other LaFerrari built during the model’s production run.
Inside, the custom theme continued with black leather trim accented by green highlights throughout the cabin. A further personal detail linked the car directly to Jay Kay, with “Jamiroquai” engraved into the base of the steering wheel. The Ferrari was additionally equipped with a matching luggage set and extensive carbon fibre options, features that significantly boosted its desirability among collectors.
Widely recognised as one of Britain’s most passionate celebrity car enthusiasts, Jay Kay has long been associated with exotic and high-performance automobiles. Over the years, the singer has owned an extensive collection featuring rare Ferraris, Porsches and classic supercars, often showcased in music videos and public appearances.
He sold the LaFerrari in 2019, when the car had covered just over 1,800 miles. It later passed through a leading London supercar dealer before eventually appearing at auction in Monaco. By the time of the sale, the odometer showed approximately 7,480 miles, still considered relatively low mileage for a twelve-year-old hypercar and consistent with careful collector ownership.
Originally unveiled in 2013, the LaFerrari represented Ferrari’s first road-going hybrid hypercar, combining a naturally aspirated 6.3-litre V12 engine with electric motor technology derived from Formula One. Producing nearly 950 horsepower, the model became an instant landmark in Ferrari history and remains one of the most sought-after modern hypercars on the collector market.
Auction specialists say examples with unique factory specifications and high-profile provenance continue to command substantial premiums, particularly as collectors increasingly prioritise individuality and documented ownership history.
The Monaco sale further reinforces the enduring global demand for ultra-rare Ferraris — especially those combining exclusivity, performance and celebrity pedigree in a single package. Based on current exchange rates, the reported $5.9 million sale price equates to roughly €5 million.
