We chatted with Gururaj Pawar, a distinguished entrepreneur behind Amaar Publicity and Shivanya Real Estate, about his dream garage, motorsport inspirations, memorable first experiences, and more.
What are you driving/riding and why?
Currently, I’m driving a 1982 Mercedes-Benz W123, which I proudly showcased at the MBCCR 2024. Additionally, I own a Harley-Davidson Iron Sportster.
What’s next on your wish list?
I have always dreamed of having a Porsche 911.
The most fun you’ve had in a car/bike?
Engaging in a drag race with my friend in my Mercedes while he was in his Audi.
Favourite/dream money-no-object car/bike?
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster.
Gururaj also enjoys riding a Harley Iron Sportster.
Who is your all-time greatest motorsport hero?
Lewis Hamilton.
Favourite road?
The beautiful coastal road in Karnataka and the ghats of Maharashtra.
What’s on your automotive bucket list?
Taking a drive to Ladakh in a Toyota Land Cruiser LC200.
What would you do with your last litre of fuel?
I would save it and use it to introduce future generations to our automotive treasures.
Your ideal 5-car/bike garage?
Mercedes SLS AMG
Mercedes SL (R107)
Mercedes 230 SL (W113)
Porsche 911 GT3
Ford Mustang 5th-gen
What was your first car/bike?
I got my first car, a Hyundai i20. However, I learned to drive in the family’s 1964 Hindustan Ambassador Mark II.
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