Hit the streets in style, or admire it in your private auto museum – for head-turning vehicular vogue, make your next car a classic. Villa 88 Man reveals where to buy the vintage car of your dreams. Don’t you know, they’re all the (road) rage…
What started in 2010 as a private collection with a 1967 Jaguar E-Type 4.2-litre coupé has grown into one of the première destinations for classic car enthusiasts, not only across the UAE but also the world.
Offering one of the finest post-war classic car collections in the Middle East, a visit to its Al Barsha showroom lets you step back to a time when driving was considered a main event.
Staff are highly knowledgeable, with a love for vehicles that goes beyond securing a sale, as evidenced by the fact that enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to visit to indulge their passion. Those looking to buy can make an appointment to visit the private vault.
A few of our favourites? The 1961 Porsche 356B Outlaw ‘Jade’, the 1965 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series I, the 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series II FHC, the 2002 Rolls-Royce Corniche V, and the 2006 Aston Martin Vanquish S Manual are all on the Villa 88 Man wish-list. Or snap up the 1886 Benz Patent-Motorwagen, one of only 100 pieces ever made.
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Working to make this most beloved of pastimes accessible to as many people as possible, Nostalgia Classic Cars prides itself on providing “affordable classic cars” across the region and beyond, with prices ranging from $50,000 to $100,000. Collecting since 2004 and looking to turn his hobby into a passion, former banker Mazin Al Khatib launched the company in 2016 with the notion of guiding clients through the idea that classic cars are investment assets.
In their 10,000 sq ft showroom, you can find a glorious four-cylinder pale blue 1963 MG B, a 1976 Pontiac Grand Le Mans, a monochrome 1965 Triumph Herald, and a 1994 Maserati Ghibli, among others.
Be warned, these cars get snapped up fast, and that BackDraft Shelby you’re eyeing up? That can only be enjoyed with your eyes, as she’s not for sale. But then, we wouldn’t part with her either.
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Describing itself as a “treasure trove for aficionados”, this dealership in the capital is the perfect place to scope out your next classic car purchase. With modern legends, US muscle cars, and even a 1929 Ford Model A, the range of cars on offer will whet the appetite of both serious collectors and casual fanciers alike.
Classic American pick-ups are among the stars here. There’s a 1952 Ford F1 that’s itching to get back on the road and give those Patrols a run for their money, as well as a 1965 Chevrolet C10 Pickup in immaculate order.
Just remember, these cars are manual, so it’s time to access your stick-shift knowledge. Those looking to go fully retro can check out the range of 1980s and early ‘90s models, including a 1987 Ferrari 208 GTS.
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KAM Car Vintage’s hand-picked inventory of classic cars is enough to make an enthusiast’s heartbeat rev up to F1 speeds. With a passion not only for the vehicles but also the legacy of the brands behind them, the company invites seasoned collectors and those dipping their toe in this addictive pastime for the first time to come by and talk to the professionals about their next investment.
The 2015 Superformance Cobra MK III – 20th Anniversary Limited Edition is a showroom standout. The officially licensed continuation of the legendary 1960s Shelby Cobra CSX3000 series, which was delivered to the UAE Royal Family, goes from zero to 60 mph in a cool 3.2 seconds. Another head-turner is the 1954 Buick Century, serving up a slice of pure Americana, alongside the electric blue 1959 Cadillac Coupe Deville, with its aviation-inspired styling marking the pinnacle of the car-maker’s bold design era.
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Scroll through a selection of classic and vintage cars at this online marketplace – or, better still, download their app and get access to the 100+ classics currently available. Choose the make, model, year, and price range to hone in on the exact type of classic car you’re looking for. You can also search for vintage cars in your city of choice, with options available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ajman, and more added each week.
Fans of US car makers will find plenty to whet their appetite, including a 1972 Lincoln Continental V8 Automatic and a 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, both no doubt with some tales to tell (if only those dashboards could talk, eh?). Elsewhere, we challenge anyone not to break into a smile at the sight of the aptly named Fiat Jolly 500, aka the ‘Beach Car’, designed, legend has it, for Fiat founder Giovanni Agnelli to drive along the narrow Italian marina walkways to take supplies to his yacht.
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