VOICED : Aleppo car lover aims to revive his wounded classics

Mohammed, a vintage car enthusiast from Aleppo, faced the destruction of his car collection during the city's battle. Despite the loss, he remains emotionally attached to his cars, likening them to family. After fleeing Aleppo, he returned to find his cars and home in ruins. The Syrian Army's recapture of Aleppo led to evacuations, but Mohammed's hope lies in restoring his cars, which he plans to pass on to his children.

What does Mohammed mean when he compares his cars to his children?

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