Man Buys ‘Popemobile’ for $300k at Charity Event

Pope Francis departs in his "Popemobile" after arrival at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland on September 22, 2015. MANDEL NGAN/AFP/Getty Images

A man has purchased a used Fiat 500 Lounge Hatchback, which was used by Pope Francis during his visit to the United States, for $300,000 at a charity event, ABC News reports. 

Businessman Miles Nadal purchased the “Popemobile” at Charitybuzz, which works with CEOs and celebrities to raise money for those in need. 

I look for iconic, one-of-a-kind cars and thought this would be a cool conversation piece to have.

— Miles Nadal

“I’ve followed Charitybuzz for a long time and have had unbelievable experiences with them,” Nadal told ABC News. “I look for iconic, one-of-a-kind cars and thought this would be a cool conversation piece to have.”

Pope Francis waves from his car, a Fiat, upon arrival at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, September 22, 2015, on the start of a 3-day trip to Washington. SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images

Nadal is a renowned car collector who owns a fleet of 130 cars and motorcycles. 

The money will go toward Catholic schools and charities, and Nadal will get to meet Cardinal Timothy Dolan, who will bless the car. 

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“I’m really looking forward to it,” Nadal said of his planned encounter with the cardinal. “It will be a unique experience.”