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    Perseus Bandrawalla

    Autocar India

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    Background

    A car nut and motoring enthusiast who loves anything with a motor fitted to it. He is known for his obsession with modern classic automobiles and has extensive experience in all things automotive including running a motorsport team and curating automobile events.

    Stories By Perseus Bandrawalla

    Sep 12, 2021 11:33:00 AM

    Yohan Poonawalla’s cars bag prestigious awards at S...

    The award-winning cars owned by Poonawalla included a 1927 Rolls-Royce 20HP Tourer and a 1949 Bentley Mk VI.

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    Aug 06, 2020 03:15:00 PM

    Car Concours goes virtual for 2020

    Over 180 cars from over the world are part of the Virtual Concours.

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    Mar 19, 2019 05:53:00 PM

    Annual VCCFI Vintage and Classic Car Rally enthralls enth...

    The rally was held on March 17, 2019, in Mumbai and saw some of the finest vintage and classic cars and bikes in the ...

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    Feb 27, 2019 02:11:00 PM

    Show report: 2019 Cartier Concours d’Elegance

    Held at the Rambagh Palace in Jaipur, the 6th edition of the Cartier Concours d’Elegance had some of the rarest...

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    Dec 05, 2017 12:54:00 PM

    A day out for Mumbai's 'Youngtimers'

    The latest iteration of Shaman Youngtimers saw nearly 20 Mercedes, BMW and Audi cars from the 80s and 90s drive from ...

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    Jul 14, 2017 03:34:00 PM

    Shaman Youngtimers for July to be held this Sunday

    Shaman Youngtimers for July to be held this Sunday and will take up the issue of protecting your car's precious exterior

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    Jun 19, 2017 07:24:00 PM

    Mumbai raises the toast to Youngtimers

    Youngtimers' meet gains traction as Shaman Wheels and Mercedes India promote awareness about classics every month.

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    Feb 27, 2017 12:35:00 PM

    Report: 21 Gun Salute International Vintage Car Rally and...

    The rally was a trip down memory lane for vintage automobile enthusiasts.

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    Feb 07, 2017 04:23:00 PM

    Report: Cartier Concours d’Elegance 2017

    The 5th Cartier ‘Travel With Style’ Concours d’Elegance showcased 73 cars and 39 motorcycles and tu...

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    Sep 01, 2017 06:00:00 AM

    Honda Navi long term review, third report

    The Honda Navi looks like a motorcycle and is as easy to use as an automatic scooter.

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    Dec 23, 2022 10:32:00 AM

    1000 Miglia Experience UAE: The world’s most beauti...

    The first of seven editions of the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE saw some of the most exciting cars make their way throu...

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    Jul 28, 2018 06:00:00 AM

    Me and My Cars: Narain Karthikeyan

    We talk cars and automotive experiences with Narain Karthikeyan, India's first Formula 1 driver.

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    Jul 14, 2018 09:00:00 AM

    Me and My Cars: Viveck Goenka

    We talk cars and automotive experiences with Viveck Goenka, CMD, Express Group, wildlife conservationist & restaurateur.

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    May 04, 2018 08:00:00 AM

    21 Gun Salute Rally 2018 experience

    With over 125 vintage cars and bikes, this year’s 21 Gun Salute Rally made for a riveting sight. We were there ...

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    Sep 26, 2021 09:00:00 AM

    A modern classic

    Perseus talks about why he thinks the W124 was one of Mercedes-Benz’s greatest hits.

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    Feb 28, 2021 09:00:00 AM

    Chasing Classics

    Perseus walks you through the ins and outs of owning a classic cars. Click here to read more.

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    Oct 10, 2020 08:00:00 AM

    All Stars

    Perseus talks about how the MBCCR has led to the rise in demand for classic Mercedes cars.

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    Aug 04, 2020 07:00:00 AM

    Plenty for 2020

    Perseus talks about the best used car buys for Rs 20 lakh.

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    Jul 01, 2020 06:00:00 AM

    A stitch in time

    Perseus talks about how preventive maintenance can go a long way in keeping classic cars in the best possible conditi...

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    Mar 26, 2020 08:00:00 AM

    Power to the people

    Perseus talks about how mass-produced, affordable cars can also be future classics. Click here to read more.

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    Dec 29, 2019 06:00:00 AM

    Bring back the '90s

    Perseus speaks about how '90s luxury cars have become rare to come by.

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    Dec 21, 2019 07:00:00 AM

    Buy before they die

    Perseus talks about the appeal of a naturally-aspirated performance car. Click here to read more.

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    Nov 04, 2019 08:00:00 AM

    Gimme a Jimny

    Perseus talks about how the Suzuki Jimny would make an ideal city runabout.

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