A day-long exhibition of vintage cars in Frere Hall in attracted large crowds of automobile enthusiasts, where the 101-year-old Rolls-Royce was once owned by Lord Mountbatten and later by Quaid-I-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who became the main attraction.

Arranged by Pakistan’s first online museum, Antique Cars Museum, this event marked the museum’s third annual exhibition.

The greatness and historical significance of the Frere Hall gave the perfect background for the display of 120 vintage cars showing rare gems from car history. The exhibition, which was free and open to the public, attracted enthusiasts and curious spectators from all walks of life.

Among the vehicles displayed was the oldest 101 years old, while the latest addition was a 30 year old classic.

Shoaib Qureshi, founder of Antique Cars Museum, emphasized the cultural significance of preserving such vehicles. “Antique cars are an integral part of a country’s art and heritage,” he said. “Exhibitions like this not only project a positive image of Pakistan, but also celebrate the passion of local collectors who retain these treasures despite several challenges.”

Qureshi regretted the absence of a dedicated classic car museum in Pakistan. He expressed his vision of establishing the country’s first physical antique car museum in Karachi. “We hope to secure support from the government or the private sector to create a space all year round where people can admire these vehicles,” he added.

The Antique Cars Museum was founded three years ago to bring globally rare and historic vehicles in Pakistan to one platform. “Through this initiative, we want to show the world that Pakistan is no less than any other country in preserving car history,” Qureshi said.