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Philippine International Motor Show: PIMS, my ride

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Car shows cater to a wide range of people. They exhibit vehicles (with 2, 4, 6 and more wheels), parts, accessories, provide information, test drives and entertainment to the public.  I went to the 6 th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) at the World Trade Center, Manila and had a blast looking at the different vehicle models ( and the models, too )!        One particular vehicle that piqued my interest is a 1974Beetle 1303 S (named  Sabel sa Beetle ) owned by internationally-acclaimed glass sculptor Ramon Orlina .  What’s so special about this car isn’t found under the hood. Outside is an artwork by National Artist BenCab while inside is a glass sculpture made by the owner himself!  How do you put a value on an item like this?     Here are other eye-catching models:          Sabel sa Beetle: Volkswagen art car painted by National Artist BenCab Benedicto Rey...