Lowdown at XLR8

Stunning collection of vintage Jaguars that blow the mind away at #xlr8my . #primaxacceleration #rakudotmy #rakumy #dmax #mymotor #myurbanhunting #stylemagmalaysia #jaguar

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Oct 4, 2015 at 3:14am PDT

XLR8 took place over the weekend at Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside and elated Malaysians and motoring enthusiasts alike enjoyed two days of adrenaline-filled motoring activities. One of the main highlights included the display of the world’s most desired vintage and sports automobiles as well as iconic vehicles from movies and television series.

The challenge is on for Day 2 King Of Clubs - European cars at #xlr8my on site. Head on down to Pullman Putrajaya to catch all the action today! #stylemagmalaysia #rakumy #rakudotmy #safetywins #dmax #primaxacceleration #mymotor #myurbanhunting #carmalaysia #kingofclubs #koc

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Oct 3, 2015 at 8:04pm PDT

King of Clubs was such a success last year that they brought it back this year for! This time with car clubs from Europe and Asia who went head to head in six events to see who would emerge as champion! Gymkhana, Off-Road RC Racing, Racing Simulators, the Pitstop Challenge, Precision Driving and Treasure hunt – each challenge earned the team precious points and at the end of the day, the team with the highest score will arise triumphant.

European car clubs did battle on Day 1 while the Asian car clubs went head to head on Day 2. After two whole days of intense competition, we had our winners! Congratulations are in order for Ford and Toyota for winning the European and Asian categories respectively!

Karamjit Singh performing his stunts at #xlr8my!!! Come join the fun and enjoy the high speed activities today and tomm! #xlr8my #mymotor #dmax #myurbanhunting #safetywins #primaxacceleration #karamjitsingh #stylemagmalaysia #mercedesbenz

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Oct 2, 2015 at 10:55pm PDT

This year the Flying Sikh, Karamjit Singh burnt some rubber by showing off his tarmac shredding skills in partnership with Mercedez-Benz and their AMG pocket rockets as well as Petronas. He performed stunts in highly-tuned cars and audiences were wowed by his exhaust-firing manoeuvres that defy the laws of physics.

If you are hungry, check out the food trucks scattered all over the #xlr8 event space! Delicious and something to keep you fueled for an entire day of activities. #xlr8my #mymotor #dmax #myurbanhunting #safetywins #primaxacceleration

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Oct 3, 2015 at 10:46pm PDT

Besides all the car action, food trucks were dispersed all over the XLR8 event space. When hunger strikes, the hunger does overcome all and nothing will stand in the way of that craving. XLR8 didn’t disappoint, with a collection of over twenty food trucks and delicacies to enjoy.

Who doesn't love this VW Beetle from The Love Bug? We definitely do! #stylemagmalaysia #myurbanhunting #mymotor #dmax #rakumy #rakudotmy #primaxacceleration #beetle #volkswagen #vw

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Oct 3, 2015 at 11:13pm PDT

At the Movie Icons tent, we got to appreciate in the “flesh” some of the most iconic cars in film history and vehicles that have been eternalised for their famed appearances in movies, television and more. Fans got to get up close and personal with Herbie, Mr. Bean’s Mini, and the car that had fired many imaginations – The Knight Industries Two Thousand, or most people would call it KITT from Knight Rider.

Vintage 1938 Citroen 11BL. French built monocoque bodied front wheel drive pre-war. #xlr8my #mymotor #dmax #myurbanhunting #safetywins #primaxacceleration #stylemagmalaysia

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Oct 2, 2015 at 11:19pm PDT

Last but not least, there was Asia Klasika just for the enthusiasts of vintage cars. Car lovers got to witness some of the rarest and most gorgeous cars that have ever graced Malaysian soil. Whether it was American Muscle cars, German Power or British Suave, the classic car exhibit did get us yearning for the golden age of motoring.

This vintage Alfa Romeo is as hot in reality as it is here. Go see this automobile beauty at #xlr8my down at Pullman Putrajaya today. #primaxacceleration #rakudotmy #rakumy #dmax #mymotor #myurbanhunting #stylemagmalaysia #alfaromeo

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Oct 3, 2015 at 11:24pm PDT

It was a great weekend indeed, despite the haze. Did you have a brilliant time at XLR8? Tell us all about it and share your images online on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #XLR8MY

by: Adeline Tan