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The opening ceremony of the three-day event saw an overwhelming turnout of classic car enthusiasts,
gathering to see their favourite classic cars and relish the first-of-its-kind spectacle in the emirate.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Statistics and
Community Development (DSCD), Sheikh Salem bin Muhammad bin Salem Al Qasimi, Director of
Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), Ali Salem Al Midfa is the Chairman of
the Sharjah International Airport Authority, Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Jarwan, President of the Global
Council for Tolerance and Peace, Eisa Hilal Al 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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