An Ambassador with a sunroof now on sale in India

A modified 2009 Ambassador sedan from Hindustan Motors is up for grabs in Rajasthan for under Rs. 3 lakh. But here's the twist, it is the only one in India to get a single-pane sunroof

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The iconic vehicle features an all-blue exterior and interior theme, designer alloy wheels, and an LED light bar at the rear.

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This one-of-a-kind sedan has been customized to include a feature never seen before in the legendary made-in-India model.

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The Ambassador, based on MG Motors' Oxford model, had been on sale in India since 1957 and was once the official ride for politicians and bureaucrats.

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Production ceased in 2021 due to labor unrest and financial issues at the company's Uttarpara facility in West Bengal.

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However, Hindustan Motors is now planning a comeback with electric models, including an electric scooter and an Ambassador 2.0 powered by a capable electric motor and a large battery pack.

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The modified Ambassador for sale is based on the Avigo variant and boasts several unique features

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The dashboard is retro-styled with minimal physical controls, a two-spoke steering wheel, and a circular analog instrument cluster at its center.

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The company plans to launch a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) version of the Ambassador, aiming to regain its lost market share and make a comeback on our shores soon.

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