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Collecting vintage or classic cars is a passion or an expensive hobby. Some motorheads travel from museums to rallies, to watch, touch and get the feel of vintage cars. And it’s not about numbers for any collector. A vintage collector who owns at least one car will take care of the vehicle like a family member.
Rajesh Ambal of Palakkad is a known figure among vintage car aficionados. Just like many children, his love for cars started with toys and scale models. Now, he and his wife Ramya run an amazing empire of vintage/ classic cars and more than 1,000 scale models.
Currently, the couple has close to 30 priceless cars in their personal collection and more are being restored across different garages. They meet the cost for the maintenance of these cars partly by renting them out for exhibitions, weddings and movies
Rajesh and Ramya travel to remote villages and urban suburbs of India to find cars that are abandoned near local workshops, scrap yards or backyards. Each car they buy at scrap prices then warrants another journey, a trip to find original parts for their restoration.
A couple of years ago, the couple launched RR Vintage and Classic Automobiles: Collection and Restoration, with garages in Palakkad and Pollachi. Rajesh is currently the vice president of The Historical Cars Association of India.
“It is a misconception that the rich alone own vintage cars,” says Rajesh. His collection of scale models contains the toy cars he played with in his childhood. “Many start with one car and work on it tirelessly for years to restore it to its former glory. And that speaks volumes of their passion,” he says.
Rajesh has come across several youngsters who invest in Ambassadors, Fiats and Maruti 800s as their first cars and spend time restoring them for many months. “Today’s car will be tomorrow’s pride for them. People tirelessly work by acquiring spares from all over the world. Each generation wants to invest in a car that was part of childhood which connects to lots of memories and that’s what this passion is all about.”
The vintage arena is a wide space that consists of antiques, vintage, classics and super classics categories. India has a vast collection of vintage and classic cars that speak about the history of this country. Cars belonging 50 years and above are called heritage cars and have a separate privileged registration number.
Approximately, 3000 vintage cars exist in India today, valued at Rs 350 crore. Some of the biggest vintage car collectors in India own the rarest cars such as the Mercedes 540 K and the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost, valued at more than Rs 1 crore.
Fashion shows will simply fail in the glamour quotient, in front of a classic/vintage car rally! Among the affluent class in India, vintage car shows can even be part of private functions. Some super-luxury hotels use such cars to service high-profile guests.
Motoring clubs, associations and social media groups organise regular rallies in different parts of India. WhatsApp/Facebook groups such as Pan India, Goa Vintage and VCMC keep collectors connected, share valuable information and also encourage new collectors into their forums. Educative sessions and sales of spare parts are also held. A lot of iconic models from brands like Rolls Royce, Mercedes, Jaguar, Lincoln, Beetle, Plymouth, Cadillac, MG, GM, Ford etc grace these events. Many shows like 21 Gun Salute, Statesman and Cartier encourage collectors from around the country.
Definitions w.r.t. old cars:
Antique Cars: Manufactured upto 1919
Vintage Cars: Manufactured between 1919 to 1930
Classic Cars: Manufactured between 1930 to 1970
Super Classic Cars: Manufactured between 1970 to 1995
Modern Cars: Manufactured after 1995
Rajesh Ambal: [phone]

[@renjukurian7072]

യഥാർത്ഥ വണ്ടി സ്നേഹി. അദ്ദേഹത്തിൻ്റെ factory visit ചെയ്യാൻ ഏതു വണ്ടി പ്രാന്തനും ഒന്ന് കൊതിക്കും. Hats off to Rajesh sir. ഈ video ചെയ്ത താങ്കൾക്കും നന്ദി

[@WheelOcity_Official]

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[@pradeeshabraham1729]

സ്വന്തം passion thanne profession ആക്കാൻ പറ്റുക. .You are so fortunate Rajesh Chettan..all the best

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Absolutely.

[@abymathew5102]

Thanks so very much for doing this video extremely well covered and appreciate information on Mr Rajesh

[@WheelOcity_Official]

He is indeed very knowledgeable and passionate.

[@jishnuk.s588]

One of the best and interesting video..wish it can have a second part which covering vehicles which are outside also.

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Definitely. Some individual cars from his collection will be featured. Stay tuned..

[@monishthomasp]

Amazing Rajesh chettan super factory and a family that shares his passion.. ❤

[@WheelOcity_Official]

True

[@gopakumarg1246]

Good 👍 ❤

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@aneeshns9133]

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[@midhunmahesh4153]

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[@harisankar614]

Vivaram Ulla owner and interviewer

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Thank you

[@adarshvnath]

Super

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Thanks

[@CazinoNehas]

Grt Brother ❤

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Thank you so much 😀

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[@mohammedsheazeeb9019]

Can AMBAL sir do restoration for ambassador as customisability

[@jn6098]

Genuine enthusiast. Feedback to the presenter : please learn to listen and let the guest speak. The otherwise good content has been ruined by your incessant banter.

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Thank you for your genuine comment. I always respect what others speak and ensure to listen to them. If you felt that I was not doing, I apologise for the same. On a separate note, it would be great if you could highlight the anecdotes or mention the exact time stamp. Thanks once again 🙏

[@gokul8458]

Palakkad evde aayita clear aayit parayu

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Near Chandranagar. When you go from Thrissur, you can spot it on the right side of the NH, before reaching Chandranagar.

[@gokul8458]

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[@johnydesparado123]

sir can you fix my thar crdi tachometer , first generation

[@johnydesparado123]

Any number or shop addresses

[@WheelOcity_Official]

I don't think that he will because he mostly handles cars which are more than 50 years old.

[@18881umesh]

Where is the location ?

[@WheelOcity_Official]

Palakkad

[@subinjames5685]

Contact details

[@WheelOcity_Official]

It's mentioned in the video

[@sreejaajith8772]

ഉള്ള cash മുടക്കി എല്ലാം പണിയും അടുത്ത തലമുറ ആക്രികടയിൽ കൊടുക്കും 🤔🤔q

[@ericpereira3522]

Most disgustingt looking restoration workshop. Wish the owners had the wishdom to treat the place and the cars with more respect. Its like a dirty hospital and a clean one.