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The Motorsport area at Vietnam Mobility Show 2025 on monday was busier than the first day, featuring a lineup of BMWs, Hondas, and Mitsubishis. monday also saw the most unique customized cars brought to VnMS 2025. |
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Honda's section showcased two City and Accord models, with a notable presence of 20 Civic cars, including 8th-generation, 10th-generation, and the high-performance Type R. All were customized to their owners' individual styles. The arrangement of these Japanese vehicles created a JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) atmosphere, delighting many visitors. |
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Prateek Singh, an Indian national and the only foreigner to participate, brought his City RS, which only had its wheels upgraded. He shared, "Today I came with my family to have fun and socialize with everyone. This is my first time attending such a lively gathering with so many cars and unique customized models. I feel excited and happy to be so warmly welcomed by the organizers and Vietnamese car owners". |
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5 Mitsubishi Lancer cars participated, with two upgraded to the Evolution and Evo X versions. The owners collectively revved their engines, attracting many onlookers. |
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The BMW area had the most members, with about 60 cars participating. In addition to members of the BMW Car Club Vietnam, other owners had the opportunity to bring their unique cars to the event to socialize and chat. Here, no two BMWs were alike, from color to the way mechanical details or exteriors were upgraded. Two 2005 manual transmission BMW Z4 cars stood out among them. |
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Vietnam's one manual transmission BMW M3, E90 code, also joined the event. The owner meticulously maintained the car, keeping its exterior pristine. The interior featured replaced brown leather and two racing-style front seats. |
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Many car owners enthusiastically shared that this was a rare event where people could chat and showcase their cars for everyone to admire, similar to "car meets" abroad. It was also a place where car enthusiasts could connect and foster larger communities. |
Nguyen Canh Duy (in a blue shirt and cap) participated in the event with his BMW series 3, E36 code. Duy's car had its hood removed, exposing the engine bay and drawing all eyes from exhibition visitors. Duy shared, "My car's entire chassis has been modified for drifting and to handle more power than the original engine. Additionally, I painted the exterior gray and the frame neon to enhance the car's visibility".
Duy added that he knew this was the first time the Car Awards organizers had created a playground for car enthusiasts from all three regions of the country. This was also the first time such a large number of Bimmer enthusiasts attended.
"The emotions are hard to describe. It feels like returning to childhood, like being children looking at cars we wished we could buy later. This year's Motorsport area is truly spectacular. I hope that in the future, the organizers can host this event annually so car enthusiasts have more opportunities to connect", Duy said.
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BMW's smallest car, the Isetta, also made an appearance. The 70-year-old three-wheeled classic car attracted curiosity and many photos. |
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At this event, BMW cars of all ages were welcome, provided they had been upgraded. Therefore, upon hearing about an event where they could showcase their vehicles, many owners eagerly polished or quickly tidied up their cars to ensure they were in perfect condition for the exhibition. |
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A 2005 Mini, customized in the John Cooper Work style, featured numerous carbon details and a lowered suspension. At the event, the owner also brought a Toyota Vitz RS (next to it) and other models like Vietnam's one Subaru Dex and a Nissan Bolero. |
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A unique Aston Martin DBX also participated in the spirit of exchange. The car featured DBX 707 wheels and an Akrapovic dual exhaust system. Under the hood was a 4-liter V8 engine, producing 550 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque. |
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At the end of the event, before leaving, a car club from Ha Noi arranged their cars for a commemorative photo and put on a show of revving engines with flames.
The VnMS 2025 exhibition also gathered numerous brands of spare parts, accessories, and car care products. The exhibition was open free of charge for three days, 26-28/12, at the Vietnam Exhibition Center, Dong Anh, Ha Noi. Besides car display and test drive areas, side activities for families and children were also available for visitors.
Minh Quan
