{
  "id": 13271814,
  "title": "Classic cars turn Lagos Polo Club into museum of motoring history",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/classic-cars-turn-lagos-polo-club-into-museum-of-motoring-history-13271814",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T00:25:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/classic-cars-turn-lagos-polo-club-into-museum-of-motoring-history/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Lagos Polo Club in Ikoyi was filled with the sights and sounds of classic cars on Thursday, as the Classic Car Club of Nigeria turned its grounds into a temporary museum celebrating Nigeria's Independence Day. The 10th anniversary edition of the event, themed \"Nostalgic Lagos Classic Car Show,\" brought together vintage automobiles, fashion, and stories of Lagos' motoring past. The partnership between the Lagos Polo Club and the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture aimed to preserve the memories and history attached to these classic vehicles.\n\nMany visitors were drawn not just to the polished chrome and gleaming bodies, but to the emotional connections and personal stories that the cars evoked. The event's chairman and co-founder, Dapo Otunla, emphasized that such exhibitions were not just about displaying old cars; they were also about preserving the memories and experiences tied to them. He noted that for younger Nigerians, understanding how people lived and travelled before modern vehicles could provide a valuable perspective on the city's history.\n\nOne emotional moment occurred when an elderly couple arrived in a Peugeot 404. The 80-year-old man became teary-eyed as the vehicle reminded him of the first car he drove while courting his wife. Her son and grandson were also present, turning the display into a delightful family history lesson. For some members, like Ayo Shoyinka, classic cars hold deep personal significance. Shoyinka, who owns two Volkswagen Beetles, prefers these vintage vehicles for weekend outings and family activities, choosing them over his modern car during the week.\n\nThis year's exhibition expanded the theme to explore the connection between automobiles and culture through fashion and lifestyle displays. Rare automobiles from several decades, including Volkswagen Beetles, Mercedes-Benz models, and Morris Minor, were showcased, symbolizing status and sophistication on Nigerian roads. A vintage \"Bole Kaja\" mammy wagon bus, representing public transportation in Lagos during the 1950s and 1960s, added to the immersive experience.\n\nThe event celebrated a decade of preserving automotive heritage while keeping alive the stories of the people, roads, and memories that traveled with these classic vehicles.",
  "summary": "The Classic Car Club of Nigeria held its 10th anniversary show at the Lagos Polo Club, displaying vintage cars to celebrate motoring history and nostalgia. Read More: https://punchng.com/classic-cars-turn-lagos-polo-club-into-museum-of-motoring-history/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Classic cars turn Lagos Polo Club into museum of motoring history",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/classic-cars-turn-lagos-polo-club-into-museum-of-motoring-history",
        "published": "2026-10-10T00:18:10.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}