A caravan of vintage cars in Havana brought together Cuban owners, foreign visitors, and automotive enthusiasts to celebrate the island’s iconic classic vehicles. Daniel García, director of the Havana Automobile Museum, emphasized that although modern cars are entering the market, classic cars remain deeply rooted in Cuban identity, symbolizing resilience and cultural heritage.

The Classic and Antique Car Rally in Havana showcases restored American vehicles, evaluated by experts for their authenticity and maintenance. Due to the U.S. embargo, Cuban mechanics have become highly resourceful, manufacturing or improvising parts to keep these cars running. Many of them are still used daily, as well as in tourist events and celebrations.

Classic American cars are part of Havana’s very fabric. Some vehicles in the Cuban capital are nearly a century old, and keeping them running is a labor of dedication for their owners. This week, automotive enthusiasts gather to showcase their restorations at the Cuba Elegance Contest.

The Classic and Antique Car Rally in Havana features restored American cars that experts evaluate for their authenticity and condition. Due to the U.S. embargo, Cuban mechanics have developed remarkable ingenuity to manufacture or source parts and keep thousands of classic cars running, whether for everyday use, tourism, or special celebrations.

An exhibition of retro cars was held in Havana to mark the first antique car rally in Cuba, bringing together automotive relics from various eras — Soviet, European, and American. Awards were given for the most elegant car and for the best restoration. The event highlights the dedication of owners to preserving these classic vehicles and reinforces the idea of Cuba as a “living museum” of vintage automobiles.

A parade of beautiful retro cars delighted both residents and visitors of Havana. Some of the vehicles cruising through the Cuban capital dated back as far as 1930. Although modern cars have begun appearing on the streets in recent years, many pre-1959 classic vehicles still remain in circulation throughout the country.

On Saturday, the Caribbean island of Cuba hosted a major classic car contest. Vehicles 60 years old — and some nearly a century old — lined up like a moving museum, competing both for best preservation and for the car that best reflects the Cuban spirit.

Havana hosted its first classic-car competition, bringing together vintage vehicles — many over 50 years old — in a colorful display throughout the city. The event highlights the iconic status of these cars, which have become one of the capital’s main attractions and a source of nostalgia for tourists visiting Cuba.

Classics on Wheels: The Charm of Vintage Cars in Havana

Owners showcase their own vehicles through the streets of the Cuban capital in the most anticipated classic and antique car rally of the year.

Classic American cars are woven into the fabric of Havana. Some vehicles in the Cuban capital are nearly a century old, and keeping them running is a labor of love for their owners. This week, car enthusiasts gather to showcase their restorations at the Cuba Elegance Contest.

Classics on Wheels: The Charm of Vintage Cars in Havana
Owners showcase their own vehicles through the streets of the Cuban capital in the most anticipated classic and antique car rally of the year.

Havana, the capital of Cuba, stepped back in time last Saturday with the celebration of its first classic-car contest. The event aimed to highlight the dedication of the owners who strive to preserve a symbol of the island’s identity.

The Classic and Antique Car Rally is a highly anticipated annual event in Havana, where owners parade their vintage American cars through the streets of the Cuban capital.

The streets of Havana remain a living museum: the video shows how Cubans, with ingenuity and dedication, preserve their iconic vintage cars — true symbols of identity that have endured the passage of time.

Cuba is often described as a “rolling museum,” with the streets of Havana filled with classic cars that have been kept running for decades thanks to the ingenuity of its people. On August 30, as part of the end-of-summer activities, the Automobile Museum and the Office of the City Historian — with the support of Csaba Csetényi — organized a classic-car exhibition and contest.

Immerse yourself in a journey to the past on the streets of Havana: the video reveals the vibrant classic-car contest that transforms the city into a legendary stage. With roaring engines, gleaming chrome, and the passion of their owners, this experience proves that automotive elegance is still alive on every corner of the Caribbean.

A parade that captures the essence of Havana: this video shows how classic cars, restored with dedication and pride, move through the city like true rolling treasures. Amid vibrant colors, historic details, and the enthusiasm of their owners, the Cuban automotive spirit shines brighter than ever.