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Hazami, Chairman of the Sharjah Sports Council, Khaled Issa Mohammed
Abdullah Al Midfa, Vice Chairman of the Sharjah Sports Council, attended the
opening ceremony alongside an assembly of prominent official figures.

During his tour, The festival guests, including Mubarak Al Hajri, rally car
driver and champion, officials and prominent figures listened to a brief
explanation from Dr. Ali Ahmed Abu Al-Zoud, President of Sharjah Classic Cars
Club, about the history of the iconic classic cars, including insights into their
years of manufacture, the noteworthy personalities who acquired them, and
the captivating memories and stories associated with these vehicles. These
stories are deemed essential to preserve as part of these vehicles’ historical
and tangible and intangible heritage, deserving care and promotion.

Running from February 2 to 4, the festival features a diverse pavilion
showcasing various car types, including sports cars, four-wheel drive (4x4)
and racing cars. Meanwhile, the Sharjah Classic Cars Museum showcases a
collection of the world’s rarest cars, some dating back to 1915, with a special
exhibition highlighting the oldest metal plates for cars and vintage fuel pumps,
presented for the first time.

The festival also provides a visitor pavilion equipped with a relaxation tent
and restaurants, a dedicated children's entertainment area and a seminar
theatre. Offering an exclusive blend of fun and adventure, the festival invites
visitors to explore the world of classic vehicles and their living heritage
through its various stalls, interactive events, and other rich activities.

The interactive activities include cultural competitions and kinetic games that
provide a unique and enjoyable experience for young attendees, full of
adventures and suspense. The festival also offers a unique opportunity for the
owners of the classic cars to gain insights into rebuilding and rehabilitating
classic vehicles, discovering maintenance options, and exploring the variety of
spare parts available for different types and models.

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