The sixth edition of the Qatar Luxury Classic Car Competition and Exhibition 2025 kicked off at The Pearl Island on Wednesday. The event, organized by the Gulf-Qatari Classic Cars Association, will continue until November 23.
Held under the patronage of Qatar Museums Chairperson HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani, the exhibition this year is presented in a new, expanded format, with double the previous display space and showcasing a collection of the world’s rarest and most luxurious classic cars.
It features broad participation from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and is supervised by the International Federation of Historic Vehicles (FIVA).
Gulf-Qatari Classic Cars Association Chairman HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani said the exhibition has become a platform that brings together classic car enthusiasts. He noted that the event is not limited to displaying cars, but also tells stories of innovation, design, and history, contributing to Qatar’s cultural identity.
He added that this edition represents a qualitative milestone in the exhibition’s history, praising the support that reflects the country’s commitment to this cultural and engineering heritage. He emphasized that, for the second year in a row, the exhibition features unprecedented participation from GCC countries.
Gulf-Qatari Classic Cars Association’s Board Member Sheikh Nawaf bin Nasser bin Khaled Al Thani said the association strives to offer something unique to the public by selecting the finest and most beautiful classic cars to participate and by providing financial and in-kind prizes to participants.
He said the exhibition was not merely a recreational event, but also a space for cultural and technical interaction, where classic car owners and the judging committee engage with visitors, creating a rich educational and interactive environment.
Secretary-General and Board Member Eng Abdulatif Ali Al Yafei said the exhibition features extensive participation from GCC countries, representing 40% of cars on display. This brings together a remarkable and rare collection of luxury classic cars reflecting different historical eras.
He added that the competition will select outstanding cars across several categories, based on precisely established global criteria evaluated by a specialized judging panel. The winners will be announced on the event’s final day, with the top three in each category being awarded.
Meanwhile, Qatar Museums CEO Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi hailed Qatar Auto Museum's debut at the exhibition as a milestone that highlights the museum's commitment to sharing Qatar's rich cultural history and the artistic value of automobiles.
He noted the museum team’s involvement in judging the competition and leading community workshops to deepen public engagement. The museum’s exhibit features a replica of the 1886 Benz Patent-Motorwagen, linking the event to the origins of the modern automobile.
The event includes a classic car competition across five categories, ranging from pre-1947 vehicles to cars manufactured between 1982 and 1995.
Winners are selected by a jury and will receive both monetary and in-kind awards for the first time. Special awards for excellence, including Best Preserved Car and Most Iconic Car, will also be presented.
The public is encouraged to attend, with this year’s exhibition also featuring children's activities and artistic performances.
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