“It’s Become the MET Gala:” Matric Dance Arrival in a R2 Million Luxury Car Turns Heads As SA Reacts

• A matric learner made a stunning entrance at their school dance by arriving in a luxury car worth an estimated R2 million, drawing cheers and applause from the crowd
• The video of the learner's grand arrival has gone viral on social media, sparking a mix of admiration and debate about the growing trend of extravagant arrivals at matric dances
• While some praised the pupil's memorable entrance, others expressed concerns about the pressure it may put on families to impress and the potential impact on students who cannot afford similar displays

A matric learner made a grand entrance that left onlookers in awe when they arrived at their matric dance in a luxury BMW i8 worth an estimated R2 million.

The sleek supercar, known for its futuristic design and hybrid technology, pulled up to the venue to the sound of cheers and applause from the crowd gathered outside. As the gullwing doors opened, the learner stepped out in style, completing a picture-perfect arrival that immediately drew admiration.

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Spectators were cheering and clapping, with some even capturing the moment on their phones, and the TikTok user who posted the video under the handle @cassyusassy captioned the post saying:

"This is how MATRICS are rolling into the red carpet."

The video of the arrival has since gone viral on social media after it was published on 22 September 2025 on TikTok, with many praising the learner for pulling off one of the most memorable entrances of the matric dance season. Others, however, noted the growing trend of extravagant arrivals at matric dances, with some questioning whether such displays put unnecessary pressure on families to impress.

Despite the debate, the mood at the venue was one of excitement and celebration, with many agreeing that the learner’s arrival set the tone for an unforgettable evening.

Matric dances are often seen as milestone events in South Africa, and this entrance will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the standout moments of the season. For the learner, stepping out of a R2 million BMW i8 ensured that their night began with pure star power.

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People took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the matric dance student's arrival in the BMW i8.

Lee said:

"I really feel bad for kids who cannot afford all these things."

Leon Foutie wrote:

"I rolled with my father’s Valiant to the matric ball. Enough space at the back to fit in a bed."

RiRi added:

"SA schools should consider mxd's after the results are out...parents should also ensure funds for tertiary education."

s.k I🇿🇦 expressed:

"Since when did the matric dance become the MET Gala..I feel sad for the students who can't afford this."

Varneylatchmanan commented:

"Matric dances have become car shows."

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Source: Briefly News