Exclusive: Discover the Forgotten Luxury Garage of Ousted Syrian Leader Bashar Al-Assad, Featuring a Rare Ferrari F50 and Mercedes-Benz 65 Black Series
Bashar al-Assad’s abandoned car collection exposed: A look at the dictator’s fleet of luxury vehicles
As the Syrian government collapsed, rebel fighters captured the capital city of Damascus, and Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia, seeking political asylum. What he left behind is a treasure trove of luxury cars that caught the attention of many. The abandoned presidential palace in Damascus was discovered with a secret garage, housing a fleet of high-performance vehicles, including a Ferrari F50, Lamborghini Diablo, and more.
A collection fit for a dictator
Videos have emerged showing a group of men exploring a large warehouse filled with approximately 20 vehicles. The collection includes classic cars, supercars, and even a rare six-wheel camper. Observed highlights include a Lamborghini LM002 SUV, a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, and an Audi R8, alongside a plethora of Toyota FJ Cruisers and Land Cruisers, and a new Land Rover Defender.
Middle East dictator-specials and an oddity
Two cars stand out as unique to the region: a Lamborghini LM002 SUV, built for the Middle East market, and a Mercedes 600 Grosser limo. The most unusual find is a rare six-wheel Ford F-350-based Revcon Trailblazer, an obscure off-road RV built in the 1990s.
A reminder of the human cost of Assad’s opulence
While the video offers a fascinating glimpse into the dictator’s luxurious lifestyle, it’s also a jarring reminder of the devastating consequences of his authoritarian rule. The 13-year civil war that ravaged Syria was marked by atrocities, including chemical gas attacks on children, mass murder, and starvation.
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