Vintage cars and motorcycles take over Delhi streets as '21 Gun Salute Concours d'Elegance' begins
It was nothing short of a history lesson on wheels as classic cars took over the streets of Delhi on Friday during the 11th edition of the '21 Gun Salute Concours d'Elegance,' showcasing a regal collection of rare cars. (Report: PTI)
Updated on : 21 February,2025 10:38 PM IST | Compiled by : Raaina Jain
The annual heritage show, flagged off by Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at India Gate, featured over 100 vintage cars and 50 motorcycles -- from iconic models such as the exquisite 1939 Delahaye (Figoni et Falaschi, 1903 De Dion Bouton, the oldest in the concourse) to 1917 Ford Model T Roadster, 1935 Buick 90 L Ex Ayodhya and 1935 Cadillac Fleetwood.
A pilgrimage of sorts for many car enthusiasts, the event has participants from across the country.
A flurry of selfies and heads-turning were evident as the rare marques paraded through the streets, painting the town in bygone royal hues from the India Gate to the expansive Ambience Golf Greens in Gurugram, where these timeless beauties would be on display for the next two days.
The awards ceremony, to be held on the concluding day, will have prizes given to the three best restored cars displayed in the show.
Madan Mohan, a vintage and classic car collector and founder of the 21 Gun Salute Heritage and Cultural Trust, is happy with the way the annual show has been received by car enthusiasts worldwide and invites everyone to witness the evolution of motoring in India and across the world.
"Many sleepless nights go behind putting up an event of this scale. It takes two years of preparation and hard work from our side for this show of three days. This is a special gift we bring to our youngsters to see the evolution of motoring, and we bring a lot of tourists from all over the world to witness our heritage motoring culture," said Mohan, who has a personal collection of over 380 vintage cars.
Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat congratulated and praised the organisers for hosting this rare event with participation from across the world, adding that events like these gives boost to the country's tourism also.
