From Lincoln to Ford: Dasara Vintage Car Rally shows off automobile beauties in Mysuru
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Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy flagged off the rally in front of Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)As many as 50 rare models of vintage and classic cars manufactured by various companies between 1920s and 1970s took part in the Rally organised by Federation of Historic Vehicles of India. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)Vintage cars taking part in the rally include Lanchester, Mercedes, MG’s Jaguar, Ford, Buick, Chevrolet, Morris, Austin, Alfa Romeo, Triumph, Volkswagen, Lincoln, etc. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)While 12 participants are from overseas, 22 are from across India and 16 from Bengaluru. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)The cars were driven around tourist spots and the participants were in traditional dress. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)The main attraction of the event was the cars being parked in front of the Mysore Palace after the illumination. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)Vintage cars also rallied with elephants inside the Mysuru Palace. (Photo | Udayashankar S/EPS)
