A special single-letter “Q” series launched in Sarawak in 2023, spearheaded by the Football Association of Sarawak (FAS). Historically, “Q” is the state code for Sarawak, and normally appears with another letter (QA, QB, etc.), so a standalone Q### had never been issued before. FAS obtained approval to auction Q1-Q999 as a fundraiser for football development in the state. The novelty of a single-Q in Sarawak (where all plates contain Q anyway) and the tie-in with sports resulted in a decent turnout. Bidding was open statewide until 21 Mar 2023. Some plates were packaged with football club perks – e.g., Q 10 came with a lifetime season ticket. Also intriguing, some proceeds reportedly went to charitable causes beyond football, aligning with a “blue ocean strategy” of multi-use funds. Because Sarawak plate formats always include Q, having just “Q 123” is seen as prestigious there. Many Q plates likely remain in Sarawak on the vehicles of political figures and FAS sponsors. After the auction, unsold numbers were sold at fixed premiums. Total issuance was capped at 999. This series, though small, marked Sarawak’s first foray into vanity plates and set the stage for the later “QQ” series. It highlighted how even a single-letter can excite local enthusiasts when presented uniquely. Key Facts: Issue Date: 2023 Issuance Range: 1 - 999 Rarity: Rare (999 plates, Sarawak-only issue) Transfer Rules: Standard