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  Charlie's Angels Ferrari up for auction 3 Oct 2008 (News)
  Commenting on whether the selling prices of the vehicles would be affected by the current economic gloom, Paul Wallman from RM auctions said: "People are still spending a lot of money on old cars even when there is so much going on in the world." As well as starring in the Charlie's Angels films, Cameron Diaz was also the leading lady in There's Something About Mary and The Mask. To find out what Honest John has to say about buying at auction click here.
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  Cleanest premium cars 'made by BMW' 21 Jul 2008 (News)
  People looking for car buying advice who want a greener vehicle could subsequently look to the automaker. "The BMW Group should be praised for its leading stance in this area. It's proof that driving dynamics can go hand-in-hand with a green conscience," commented Jay Nagley from Clean Green Cars. Officials in Beijing have announced that they will only be allowing the city's 3.3 million vehicles to take to the road on alternate days during this year's Olympics.
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  Small car drivers off the hook as congestion charge dropped 13 Feb 2008 (News)
  Indeed, marketing director for the firm Elena Bernardelli states that people in smaller cars are set to benefit from the move. "Fiat is determined to lead when it comes to environmentally-friendly motoring ... And these new rules enable our customers to save money as well as feel better about our environment," she said. This is the latest environmentally-friendly move made by a politician, following on from former US president Al Gore's decision to stage Live Earth concerts in order to raise climate change awareness last year.
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  Japanese Honda Fit launch details revealed 19 Oct 2007 (News)
  And European motorists need not feel left out by the news, as the automaker commented that a new Jazz will hit shores in late 2008. "The hugely popular small car retains all its best features - class leading economy, cabin space to rival mid-sized saloons, and easy manoeuvrability - yet has been brought bang up-to-date with some subtle design changes," commented the company. Honda has been using the Jazz name across a host of vehicles since 1982.
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  Hyundai Offers Until 31st March 6 Feb 2006 (News)
  These are just some of the exciting new car offers available at Hyundai dealers: * £500 deposit allowance when taking out a Hyundai Finance agreement on all Hyundai Getz 1.1 GSI, 1.4 GSI and SE models, from £6995 on-the-road * £750 deposit allowance when taking out a Hyundai Finance agreement on a Hyundai Coupe 1.6 S model, from £14,795 on-the-road * £1,000 off the recommended retail price of a Matrix 1.6 GSI and 1.6 GSI Auto, from £9,995 on-the-road * Or, buy a new Hyundai Tucson SUV and take advantage of a free state-of-the-art satellite navigation system, from £14,395 on-the-road All Hyundai cars also come with the company’s unique and industry-leading seal of quality – a five year, fully transferable, unlimited mileage manufacturer-backed warranty. For more information, or to find the nearest Hyundai dealer, customers can visit www.hyundai.co.uk or call 0800 981981.
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  Buy Now To Beat Citroen New Year Price Hike 22 Dec 2002 (News)
  No news yet of Citroen's new year offer prices, but, with the 'No VAT' offer ending on 31st December, this tactic seems unlikely to lead to lower offer prices. In the meantime, www.ukcarbroker.co.uk is still offering cracking (crackling?) Christmas deals with the proviso that all cars must be registered by the end of the December or receive special permission to hold the discount for factory orders.
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  Local Driver Battles, plus Ferrari and Porsche races make for Exciting Bank Holiday at Castle Combe. 17 Aug 2011 (News)
  There is likely to be some air of tension in the circuit's Saloon Car championship race after a controversial lead change at the last race. Adam Prebble (Southampton) had already won the first race in his Rover Turbo and was deposed in race two by Bridgwater's Tony Dolley in his 206 as they entered Bobbies, the pair differing in their view of the fairness of the pass.
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  Packed grids set for MGLive! 2017 30 May 2017 (News)
  with around 25-30 cars on the grid. With former champion and father Mark McAleer and his son Jake both leading their classes, Mark in the 996 C2 and Jake in the Boxster S, both will be looking to keep their rivals at bay. For those who prefer to be part of the action rather than just spectate, drivers can take part in the California Cup Autotest, the MGLive!
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  Peking-Paris crews prepare for Russia 28 Jun 2016 (News)
  With more time trials and competition to come along the route, the Australian team will be waiting for their chance to show why they are a winning crew. New Zealander Bruce Washington and his son Harry in the 1929 Chrysler 75 Roadster still lead the Vintageant category, with the UK’s Mike Thompson and Andrew Davies hot on their wheels in the same car. Fellow Brits Richard Thompson and Paul Dilley are in third in their 1940 Studebaker Coupe.
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  Preview: H&H classic car auction, Droitwich, 4 December 28 Nov 2013 (News)
  It joins a mixed line-up of classics at what H&H describes as its Christmas Gala sale - in the midst of what is rapidly becoming one of the busiest parts of the UK sale calendar, as the auction houses scramble to hold their final sales of the year. The David A Stewart Rolls-Royce is a suitably interesting car to lead the sale, and has already attracted considerable interest in the lead-up to the sale. The James Young-bodied Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud Sports Saloon was commissioned by Jack Barclay for the 1955 Earls Court Motor Show.
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  Interesting Entries in Barons October 30th Classic Car Auction 26 Oct 2012 (News)
  A very rare 1957 Ford Zephyr convertible now leads the wish list for an interesting and varied entry in Barons Classic Car Auction at Sandown Park, Esher on 30th October. XLF 9  received a comprehensive,  ground-up nut and bolt restoration starting in 2006, and has been used only sparingly over the past four years since the restoration was complete – and then  only on dry days when there was no risk of salt on the roads.
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  KIA Wins Top Design Award 1 Aug 2012 (News)
  .  Its upmarket exterior design boasts a chrome-framed glasshouse and muscular lines on the bonnet, complemented inside by an ergonomic, driver-oriented control panel and refined interior, all backed by Kia's industry-leading seven year  warranty.  The Kia GT design study was inspired by 1970s grand tourers, and combines supple, muscular proportions with a sophisticated, elegant four-seat interior.  It offers a glimpse into Kia's future design philosophy.
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  Modified Toyota GT86 at 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon 13 Jan 2012 (News)
  The 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon – the world’s largest custom car show – givesToyota a showcase for new interpretations of its models, from off-the-wall concepts to race-tuned specials. Leading the way at this year’s show are new concept cars from some ofJapan’s leading design and race engineering houses. GRMN – Gazoo Racing tuned by MN – is showing a second-generation of its iQ Supercharger prototype, a model scheduled for a limited (100 units) production run later this year.
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  Hertz appoints BCA as Pan-European Used Car Remarketing Partner 18 Oct 2011 (News)
  Hertz, the world’s leading general use car rental brand, has appointed BCA to manage the sales of the company’s used cars in Europe for an initial three-year period. BCA’s inventory management system will provide pre- and post-sales, marketing and pricing support for cars sold across Italy, France, UK, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands and Switzerland.
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  Autofarm to sell classic to late used Porsches 22 Jun 2011 (News)
  Its extensive road, race and rally engine experience led the company to develop Silsleeve, an innovative and cost effective method of repairing damaged Porsche cylinder blocks. Autofarm enjoys close links with Porsche and the leading Porsche owners' clubs.
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  Shop in Bicester Village While Your Porsche Gets Serviced 10 Jun 2010 (News)
   Its extensive road, race and rally engine experience led the company to develop Silsleeve, an innovative and cost effective method of repairing damaged Porsche cylinder blocks. Autofarm enjoys close links with Porsche and the leading Porsche owners' clubs. www.autofarm.co.uk  independent Porsche specialist  
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  Peugeot 107 Has Highest List Price Residuals, But Citroen C1 Wins on Transaction Price Residuals 22 Aug 2009 (News)
    And the age-old dynamic of supply and demand is still a key influence on what a car is worth.  None of the leading contenders is available in excessive quantities relative to market demand.”   Wise buys for the future? Small cars are likely to remain ‘top of the pops’ for some time to come, according to Rushmore.
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  Fleet Management Specialist Subscribes to Motor Codes 9 Apr 2009 (News)
  Lloyds TSB Autolease, one of the UK's leading fleet management and funding specialists, has confirmed that it is including the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair in its 2009 supplier agreements. The Code requirements fit the organisation’s business aims and commitment to its customers.
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  FIAT'S COOL FLAGSHIP STORE NOW OPEN 12 Mar 2008 (News)
  Broadcast giant CNN has already booked the Fiat Flagship Store for a seminar for the automotive world's leading marketers and media opinion-formers. The opening night also featured a 'Fiat Workpop 500' exhibition showcasing the work of 22 young designers who are competing to design an accessory for the Fiat 500 that will go into mass production and eventually on general sale.
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  Sainsbury's cuts fuel prices 22 Sep 2017 (News)
  The continuous price increase - around 3p-per-litre since August - has been chalked up to the recent extreme weather in the United States, leading to a number of important oil refineries shutting down. This has driven up US demand for petrol imports, as well as the price of fuel in Europe. The price of oil has also recently risen by around $7 per barrel,  but it's the strengthening of the pound to $1.35 that has made the big difference as fuel, like oil, is traded in dollars.