FYI: Discover a hidden world of abandoned supercars in the parking garages of Doha, Qatar
Spotting exotic and expensive cars is almost a given in the bustling capital city of Qatar, Doha. While you might expect to see these luxurious vehicles in showrooms, dealerships, and cruising down the streets, there’s a less obvious place to find them: hidden away in parking garages.
### A Treasure Trove of Abandoned Supercars
Doha’s parking garages have become veritable automotive museums filled with forgotten supercars. Content creator and car enthusiast effspot unearthed these treasures during a recent trip to Qatar. Supercars are a common sight in this peninsular country, evidenced by the Lamborghini Urus spotted on the street and a Ferrari F12 Superfast seen almost immediately after his arrival.
However, what truly amazed effspot was the plethora of high-end vehicles gathering dust in parking garages. His discovery includes rare automotive gems like the limited-edition Aston Martin One-77. This V12-powered beauty, worth around $1.6 million, sits neglected and exposed to the elements.
Another extraordinary find was a rare, roofless Aston Martin Speedster. With only 88 units ever produced, this car’s value soars to approximately $1 million. Effspot also came across a Lamborghini Countach LP400 inside a dealership, an appreciating classic that’s also valued at about $1 million.
### Hidden Gems Lying In Wait
The automotive marvels found aren’t limited to Aston Martins and Lamborghinis. A C6 Chevy Corvette Z06, while more affordable, stood out among endless lines of Ferraris. There was also a dark gray Ferrari 599 and a seemingly modest Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, a beast of a car that could reach speeds exceeding 322 km/h (200 mph) back in 2003.
### Are These Abandoned Supercars Still Drivable?
One might wonder about the drivable condition of these stunning machines. While some are trickle-charged to keep their batteries in working order, others haven’t been driven in years. Some are covered with blankets, most are gathering dust, and many lack adequate security measures despite being behind cordons.
### Global Phenomenon
Interestingly, Doha is not alone in this phenomenon. Parking garages in cities like Los Angeles also serve as resting places for forgotten supercars. Beverly Hills, for example, is home to a parking lot described as a cemetery for abandoned luxury vehicles. Effspot documented a homemade Lamborghini Huracán transformation, adding another layer to the intriguing saga of neglected supercars.
### Conclusion
The sight of supercars languishing in parking garages might seem surreal, but it underscores an intriguing aspect of car culture, particularly in wealthier regions. These hidden automotive treasures in Doha highlight a fascinating world where even the most coveted vehicles can become forgotten relics.
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William Rapp, Editor of Super Cars for Automotive.fyi
