Malayalam actor and National Award winner, Mammootty, has always had a fascination for cars.
Reportedly, he is the proud owner of a Jaguar, BMW, Landcruiser and a host of other snazzy cars. However, currently the actor has set his eyes on one of India’s most famous vintage cars, the first Maruti 800. The car under discussion was launched by Maruti in 1983 and was handed over to one Harpal Singh by none other than the then Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi.
Recently, it was reported that the car is all beaten up, following the death of its original owner in 2010. Upon hearing this, Mammootty has asked his representatives to look into buying the antique, according to a report on Bollywoodlife.com. The report also states that the actor is not the only one who is interested in acquiring the car. Famous quiz-master and All India Trinamool Congress member, Derek O’Brien has also shown interest in buying the car.