In pictures: Jannarelly Design-1 UAE-built sports car

Anthony Jannarelly and Frederic Juillot, co-funders of Jannarelly Automotive have unveiled the very first prototype of the Jannarelly Design-1 during two original events representing the heritage and spirit of the 60's inspired roadster.

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Design-1 is a sports car designed and built in the UAE by Jannarelly Automotive with Equation Composites – the first company to have acquired a car manufacturing licence in the country.

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Inspired by the classic sports cars of the 1960s, the Jannarelly Design-1 is a lightweight retro-futuristic car built using hi-tech composite materials and is valued between $70,000 and $90,000.

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After the success of the project launch last December the team at Jannarelly Automotive has been working intensely to make the Design-1 a beautiful reality.

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The 60’s throwback has been officially introduced to a private audience in an exceptional and inspiring venue at Tomini Classics: an outstanding gallery of timeless classic cars located in Dubai.

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The public reaction was outstanding and car lovers were in total accordance with the philosophy behind the Design-1: the joy of motoring through beauty and simplicity.