1000 Miglia Experience UAE
This invitation-only event is open to 100 owners of landmark automobiles, from legendary classics to iconic supercars of the modern era. Over the course of five thrilling days, participants will cross all seven Emirates, driving their cars against the clock while enjoying the finest hospitality. Members of the public will have a rare opportunity to see these magnificent machines in the metal, being driven as they are truly meant to be experienced.
This extraordinary gathering will also coincide with the 50th anniversary celebrations of the United Arab Emirates, which was formally formed on December 2, 1971. The staging of the first 1000 Miglia Experience UAE Jubilee Edition represents yet another proud achievement for this young nation, which has accomplished global fame as a centre for both business excellence and exotic luxury travel.
The event
For the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE Jubilee Edition, three classes of vehicle may be accepted. A maximum of 100 participants from all over the world.
- 1000 Miglia Class, for cars manufactured between 1927 and 1957 for cars of a model that has competed at least once in the original 1000 Miglia race, officially registered in the Registro 1000 Miglia and pertaining to the 1000 Miglia coefficient list.
- UAE Jubilee class for cars manufactured up to 1971 (the founding year of our host nation, the United Arab Emirates.) Vehicles should possess a valid FIVA card.
- Contemporary Icons, for distinctive or historic automobiles manufactured from 1971 onwards.
The staging of the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE Jubilee Edition represents the pinnacle of a long-term collaboration between 1000 Miglia and Octanium, culminating in bringing the most famous historic race in the world to a region well known for its deep love of high-octane machinery and beautiful automobiles. With the near century of experience of 1000 Miglia, and Octanium’s eye for hospitality and quality alongside the UAE’s warm host and natural splendor, this event is expected to be a tremendous success.
Of particular significance is the Golden Jubilee of the UAE. This unique moment – a celebration of 50 years since the founding of the United Arab Emirates – coincides with the ongoing iconic Expo 2020 exhibition which attracts global interest. In this festive environment, the 1000 Miglia UAE Experience Jubilee Edition must count as one of the brightest lights on both the social and media calendars.
The Octanium team boasts more than a century of combined experience in the field of vintage cars, from creating rich retail environments, racing in classic motorsport, to building a complete support infrastructure for owners – in particular CEO Martin Halder has been involved with classic-car related industries for two decades. Octanium’s driving mission is to become the home for all classic car enthusiasts in the UAE and beyond, connecting them with the enormous global network of workshops, events, clubs and motorsport activities including the prestigious 1000 Miglia.
The provisional program of the event is as follows:
- 18thFebruary, Friday, Leg 1: from Dubai to Al Ain
- 19th February, Saturday, Leg 2: from Al Ain to Fujairah
- 20th February, Sunday, Leg 3: from Fujairah to Ras Al Khaimah
- 21st February, Monday, Leg 4: from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai
- 22nd February, Tuesday, Leg 5: from Dubai to Abu Dhabi
