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Me and My Cars: Shalin Sameer Koticha

We talk to Shalin Sameer Koticha, director, Fortress Group, about his automotive experiences.
1 min read31 May '19
Autocar India News Desk

What are you currently driving?

A Maserati Gran Turismo Sport for its sheer elegance and V8 soundtrack. I also have a BMW M6 Gran Coupé for daily use.

Me and My Cars: Shalin Sameer Koticha
BMW M6 Gran Coupé

What’s next on your wish list?

Undoubtedly a classic American muscle car. It’s about time I get my hands dirty!

The most fun you’ve had in a car?

Weaving through Mumbai traffic in my Mini Cooper S JCW always brings a wide smile to my face. The Mini has additional pops and bangs for good measure.

Favourite / Dream money no object car?

Ferrari F40

Who is your all-time greatest motorsport hero?

Michael Schumacher. I watched him dominate Formula 1 when I grew up.

Favourite road?

The Leh-Manali highway for its scenery, curves and challenges. Preferably on something with two wheels like my Honda GoldWing.

What’s on your automotive bucket list?

A road trip across Norway in a Porsche 911.

What would you do with your last litre of fuel?

Keep some around to show my kids how good we had it in the old days.

Your ideal five car garage would be?

1. Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta

2. Lexus LFA

3. Eagle Speedster (based on the Jaguar E-Type)

4. Singer 911

5. Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione

What was your first car?

A tuned Hyundai i20 with low profile tyres and red neon.

Buying a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz GL or a new Toyota Fortuner

Choosing between a used premium luxury seven-seat SUV and a brand new luxury seven-seater.
1 min read31 May '19
Autocar India News Desk

Buying a new five-seat SUV

Choosing between a Mahindra XUV300, Hyundai Creta or Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza to replace a Mahindra Xylo.
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Autocar India News Desk

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The man bag gets exchanged for a golf bag, as the Toyota Camry Hybrid takes to the hills.
3 min read30 May '19
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Kia - The Power of Design

Not too long ago, there was this notion that great automotive design was a European thing. Then, Kia entered the picture.
4 min read29 May '19
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