In 2023, during the disclosure of politicians' assets before assuming office, Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao’s favorite and most talked-about collectible car was the 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. The prominent politician stated that he had collected this car for more than 10 years, as he had long been a car enthusiast.
Data from the 2023 asset declaration revealed that Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao owns over 30 vehicles, with notable ones as follows:
Rolls-Royce: He owns at least three, including a 2010 Ghost valued at approximately 17-22 million baht.
Rolls-Royce Ghost 2010
This luxury moving machine is a 200,000-pound limousine measuring 5.4 meters long, crafted with exquisite selection of materials and components beyond imagination. Its cabin features exceptional elements: ultra-soft genuine leather, aluminum chosen for a serious, refined look, intricate woodwork, and meticulously arranged instruments. Powered by a 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 engine delivering 563 horsepower and 780 Newton-meters of torque, it rides on a magic carpet-like adaptive air suspension system. The Ghost's silence is such that inside the cabin you can hear your own breath. This four-door car, weighing over 2.5 tons, emphasizes wealth and comfort with excellent handling. It uses an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h.
Bentley: Continental GT 2010-2011
Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao addressed rumors about luxury cars, confirming ownership of vehicles including a 2010 Bentley Continental GT Coupe. He stated that this car has been in use for over 10 years, valued then around 12-20 million baht, as listed in his asset declaration, and is not a recent overpriced purchase as rumored.The exterior boasts high quality and elegant design, while the interior blends craftsmanship and contemporary refinement. Powered by a W12 FlexFuel engine and a V8 optimized for agility, the Bentley Continental GT 2010-2011 offers an excellent driving experience.
The 2010 Continental GT Sport 4-seat, 2-door coupe builds on its predecessor’s success, embodying the spirit of a Gran Turismo (GT) machine. It features high standards, luxury craftsmanship, and dynamic driving performance. This model combines luxury with practical daily usability. It is equipped with a 6-liter 12-cylinder twin-turbocharged engine producing 575PS (567 hp/423 kW) and 700 Newton-meters (516 lb-ft) of torque, paired with quick-shifting transmission capable of double downshifts. Its FlexFuel technology allows use of regular petrol, high ethanol content fuel up to E85, or a mixture of both.
Tesla: An electric vehicle valued at approximately 4 million baht.
Porsche: Models include Panamera 4E Hybrid and Panamera S E-Hybrid.
Hummer: A military-style SUV valued at about 1.6 million baht.
Mercedes-Benz: Model S500L.