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Pot Holes Threaten Classics

The poor state of Britain’sroads, dual carriageways and motorways are putting more classics at risk than ever before.

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February 7, 2018
Race Retro 2018: More Stars, More Cars
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Race Retro 2018: More Stars, More Cars

The organisers of Race Retro have announced a further roster of stars and cars for its 2018 event at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, from Friday, February 23 to Sunday, February 25.

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February 7, 2018
Triumph Vitesse
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Triumph Vitesse

The Vitesse offers a similar package to the GT6 due to its underpinnings but trumps it in the practicality department. It’s the perfect summer car.

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4 mins  |
February 7, 2018
MGB V8
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MGB V8

Although the factory V8 was a short-lived model and only offered as a GT, one MG fan reckons the original is still best.

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February 14, 2018
MG RV8
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MG RV8

The RV8 was the prelude to the MG brand’s 1990s sports car rebirth, but it was much more than just a pastiche of the original.

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February 14, 2018
Rover KV6
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Rover KV6

The underrated V6 development of the K-Series which shared its name but little else.

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4 mins  |
February 14, 2018
Modern Classics Endangered
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Modern Classics Endangered

Nineties cars are disappearing from our roads at an alarming rate – according to new data released by online motoring resource Honest John.

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2 mins  |
January 10, 2018
Kenichi Yamamoto: 1922-2017
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Kenichi Yamamoto: 1922-2017

Kenichi Yamamoto, father of the Mazda Rotary engine, recently passed away at the age of 95.

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January 10, 2018
Rover SD1
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Rover SD1

It’s easy to think that the SD1’s appeal is skin deep but get to know one and you realise that there’s much more to the last ‘proper’ Rover than some lines cribbed from a Ferrari.

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January 10, 2018
Rover P6
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Rover P6

Thirteen years after the launch of the revolutionary P6 came the ultra-stylish new SD1. Of these two classic Rovers, however, I feel the earlier car has the edge – both technically and in terms of ownership appeal.

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January 10, 2018
Jaguar XK150
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Jaguar XK150

The XK150 was the ultimate evolution of one of the finest vehicles to be produced in the ’Fifties. As such I’ll happily argue the case for Jaguar’s speedy sports car.

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February 22,2017
MGF (1995-2002)
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MGF (1995-2002)

The MGF is no longer the cheap secondhand sports car it once was, with the best examples having appreciated strongly in price in the past few years. Time’s running out if you’re still hoping to buy this affordable mid-engined MG at a sensible price.

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February 22,2017
Holden Heritage Goes Electric
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Holden Heritage Goes Electric

The manufacturing assets of Australian car maker Holden could soon be making electric vehicles – if a bid from Liberty House Group is successful.

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February 7, 2018
Triumph GT6
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Triumph GT6

With looks on its side the GT6 is a brilliant classic to own despite being pricier than the Vitesse.

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February 7, 2018
Big Guns
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Big Guns

Jaguar’s iconic XJ saloon may mark its half century this year, but we can also look back on 25 years since the XJ40 line-up was finally completed.

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February 7, 2018
Jensen-Healey
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Jensen-Healey

Few cars are as misunderstood as the Jensen-Healey... but is it really a credible opponent to the Elan?

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3 mins  |
October 4, 2017
Lotus Elan
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Lotus Elan

Even if you ignore its huge influence on modern sports cars, the Lotus Elan has the dynamics, looks and sheer enjoyment quotient that makes it as unrivalled and as coveted today, as it was when launched.

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October 4, 2017
Is There A Historic Vehicle Skills Shortage?
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Is There A Historic Vehicle Skills Shortage?

With a growing skills gap between 16-18 year old apprentices and retirees leaving the classic car industry, who will look after our cars in the future?

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7 mins  |
October 4, 2017
Bristol 406
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Bristol 406

While there is much to be said about the XK150 sports car, when it comes to British individuality, the era’s bulldog spirit and sheer class values, to my mind it has to be the Bristol.

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February 22,2017
Rover Mini Cooper
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Rover Mini Cooper

The reborn Cooper outlasted the MG upstart and former Mini Magazine editor explains just why that was so.

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December 13, 2017
European Cities Squeezing Classics?
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European Cities Squeezing Classics?

An increasing number of clean air schemes across the UK and Europe could make life hard for historic vehicle enthusiasts this year.

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January 10, 2018
Buying A BMW Z3
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Buying A BMW Z3

Being given the moniker ‘future classic’ can be as much a curse as a benefit. However, the BMW Z3 range is so comprehensive, especially in its engine options, that there’s bound to be a model for you, whether it’s a sedate, lower-powered open-topped poseur or a sixcylinder muscle car version.

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January 10, 2018
Golden Age
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Golden Age

It may be 50 years since BL was formed but it’s also 30 years since the firm was returned to the private sector for an all-too-brief period of success.

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4 mins  |
January 10, 2018
Lost ‘Landie' Lives Again
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Lost ‘Landie' Lives Again

Land Rover has begun its 70th birthday celebrations – by restoring a pre-production Series I first displayed at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show.

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January 17, 2018
50 Years Of British Leyland
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50 Years Of British Leyland

This week marks the 50th anniversary of the formation of the infamous British Leyland. In the first of a special series, we look at the creation of the company and the problems it inherited.

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7 mins  |
January 17, 2018
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Welsh Assembly Funds TVR Production

TVR is set to produce itslatest model from an all-new manufacturing facility in Ebbw Vale Enterprise Zone, helped by £2.5m from the Welsh Government.

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January 31, 2018
Inaugural Argyll Festival Of Performance
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Inaugural Argyll Festival Of Performance

The Argyll Festival of Performance aims to be Scotland’s go-to motor show this June 2-3.

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January 31, 2018
Triumph 2500TC
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Triumph 2500TC

The Triumph 2000/2500 is a genuine classic yet a car which remains modern enough to be used regularly. We’ve added an honest but tired 2500TC estate to our company fleet.

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4 mins  |
February 14, 2018
Lotus Elan M100
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Lotus Elan M100

The best handling front-wheel drive sports car hasn’t appreciated in quite the same way as either its ‘Sixties namesake or more recent Lotus cars, such as the Elise. According to the specialists we’ve spoken to, enthusiasts are missing a trick…

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10+ mins  |
March 1,2017
Paul's Counter Point: The Silver Spirit
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Paul's Counter Point: The Silver Spirit

Succeeding the best-selling Silver Shadow and building on what was a winning formula, the Silver Spirit now offers the best in classic Rolls-Royce value.

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March 8,2017