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Ashish Doshi: Daily driving a Mercedes Benz GLS 350d

We chat with businessman Ashish Doshi about his love for cars and bikes, favourite driving road and what he'd like to do with the last litre of fuel on Earth.
1 min read2 Apr '23
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Chevrolet Caprice front quarter
Rolls Royce Sweptail side

The Rolls Royce Sweptail is Ashish's dream car

What are you driving currently and why?

On the weekends, I drive a Chevrolet Caprice and a Lincoln Continental for the ultimate American nostalgia they provide. On weekdays, I drive a Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d for its practicality, comfort and road presence.

What’s next on your wish list?

A Mercedes-AMG E 63 S.

What’s the most fun you’ve had in a car?

Drifting on a frozen lake at the AMG Driving Academy in Sweden. Back in the day, I also really enjoyed rallying in the Maruti Esteem.

What’s your dream ‘money no object’ car?

The ultra-rare Rolls-Royce Sweptail.

Who is your all-time greatest motorsport hero?

It’s hard to pick one, but it would be Ayrton Senna.

Which is your favourite road?

In India, it’s the roads around the Nubra Valley in Ladakh.

What’s on your automotive bucket list?

To take part in all the AMG Driving Academy experiences around the world.

What would you do with your last litre of fuel?

Jump into my Dodge Convertible with my wife and daughter and enjoy till it lasts.

What would your ideal five-car garage be?

Mercedes-AMG E 63 S, Cadillac Escalade, BMW M3 (E46), Mercedes-Benz 600 (W100), Subaru Impreza WRX STi.

What was your first car?

A 1959 Fiat.

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Toyota has only announced the prices of the G, GX and VX variants of the Crysta; ZX prices will come later.
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