In a new video on his YouTube channel, Lewis Hamilton explored a special subculture within the car world. The seven-time world champion got behind the wheel of a real lowrider in Los Angeles: a customized 1984 Buick Regal, complete with a hydraulic suspension system and striking two-tone paint. With Snoop Dogg in the background, he immersed himself in the lowrider world.
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During his meeting with the owner, Hamilton admitted that he mostly knew lowriders from the internet and television, but had never seen one in real life. The owner introduced him to the unique features of the car and explained the meaning of the culture. “It’s a mix of everything – the best car, the best paint. It’s not just a friendly competition, it’s also a lifestyle.” After a brief explanation of the hydraulic system, Hamilton was allowed to bounce through the streets of LA himself. “This is crazy,” he laughed enthusiastically.
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Later, Hamilton also shared his impressions on social media. “I always want to learn more about different car cultures around the world and this one had been on my list for a while,” he said. “It was an amazing experience to drive a lowrider and spend time with the people who cherish them and keep the culture alive.” In the same video series, the 41-year-old driver already tore through the streets of Tokyo and the boulevards of Miami.
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