Elite Cars winners of Classic Cars Festival shine in Dubai Mall

The display highlights four exceptional cars selected by the festival’s jury in the “Elite Cars” category, for the first time, which combine rarity, historical value, and a design that reflects the spirit of craftsmanship and uniqueness. The winning cars on display include: a 1978 BMW M1, a 1953 Cadillac Eldorado, and two 1955 Mercedes SL300 Gullwing.

The rarest BMW cars

The 1978 BMW M1 is one of the most prominent sports cars in the history of BMW. It was developed in cooperation with the Italian company Lamborghini with the aim of producing an advanced racing car to participate in sports car championships. The exterior was designed by renowned designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, inspired by the 1972 BMW Turbo.

Cadillac’s timeless splendour

The 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is one of the most iconic luxury cars in Cadillac’s history. It was introduced as a limited edition to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, with only 532 units produced. The car features a unique and elegant design, including a wraparound windshield and low doors, as well as wire wheels as standard.

A symbol of power and luxury from Mercedes

The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL “Gullwing” is one of the most famous sports cars in history, thanks to its design inspired by the W194 racing car and its unique gullwing doors. It was first introduced at the New York International Auto Show, and was equipped with a 3.0-liter, 215-horsepower, six-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, making it the first production car to adopt this technology.