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  46% of new car buyers want to buy online 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  This suggests that people using the internet to buy cars can treat the online marketplace as a simple, easy way to compare the best prices without having to negotiate directly, and that test drives are not a priority. Mark Peatey, Director at Finance A car , a UK website that provides an end to end solution for new car buyers, stated that, “Whilst online car buying is common in other countries such as France, until recently it has not been easy in the UK.
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  Latest News From Barrett Jackson's 15th January Marathon Auction 16 Jan 2015 (News)
  The most prized cars are the muscle cars from the years when ‘baby boomers’ first got their driving permits. Rather too many unique ‘special edition’s, maybe. But the big turn-ons are ‘super muscle cars’, a term coined by Barry White of Corona, California for the muscle motors of the 1960s and 70s brought up to date with the latest tech that can include air suspension, rack and pinion steering, 6-speed manual and autoboxes and remanufactured ‘crate engines’, some of them offering 600HP plus.
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  London Classic Car Show honours Adrian Newey 13 Dec 2014 (News)
  Among the cars that meant so much to him when he was growing up were his father’s Riley RMF – ‘a beautiful thing’ – and a Mini Cooper S, which was the car he learned to drive in. Newey has his own collection of cars and will be bringing along his Jaguar SS100 that he bought ‘as a bag of bits’ and restored. There’ll also be the Ford GT40 that you may have seen him racing at Goodwood Revival.
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  Who fancies a ‘brand new’ Sunbeam Lotus? 24 Oct 2014 (News)
  The UK list price of the Sunbeam Lotus in 1980 was £7205, making it considerably dearer than the £4995 Ford Escort RS2000 and £5577 Vauxhall Chevette 2300HS. This left-hand drive ‘time warp’ Sunbeam was discovered by its current owner as part of a large private collection in Italy. It remains all-original throughout, including its Embassy Black paint finish with silver decals.
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  A Grand Monday: MGF 13 Oct 2014 (News)
  The headgasket was upgraded in 2010, with receipts for the work done. According to the seller, ‘The car runs and drives 100% with no faults at all. There are no issues with the engine, clutch or gearbox whatsoever. And all the electrics work: windows, mirrors, remote central locking.’ Recent work includes new front brake calipers, front brake pads and discs, near rear brake pads, plus new spark plugs and HT leads.
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  Owner review of the month: August 2014 1 Sep 2014 (News)
  Indeed, this HonestJohn.co.uk user gives a complete review of the Nissan Juke, with breakdown points for driving, standard equipment and ride comfort.  Click for the full review If you think you've got what it takes to win Owners' Review of September then  click here for details on how to enter.
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  Bugatti Type 35 to star in Bournemouth 9 May 2014 (News)
  As well as the Type 35 Bugatti, the National Motor Museum will also bring two additional pre-war cars to the Festival, which can be seen in a marquee on the seafront close to Boscombe Beach (Undercliff Drive) during the three day event. These are the 1935 Auburn 851 and 1939 Rolls-Royce Alpine Eagle, a sporting version of the Silver Ghost, which was named because the Rolls-Royce team swept the board in the 1913 Austrian Alpine Trials.
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  A Grand Monday: Montego 2.0 GSi 3 Mar 2014 (News)
  .   But that doesn't mean it was a bad car. Far from it. A good Montego was a good car to drive, with strong, torquey engines, nice ride and handling, and plenty of interior room. All it really lacked was that showroom wow factor that marked its two best selling rivals. In classic terms, though, the Montego scores pretty well - it has a strong following, and plenty of 'my dad had one of those' appeal... which as we all know, is vitally important.
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  A Grand Monday: Fiat Uno 60S 24 Feb 2014 (News)
  If you're looking for an Uno, the only verson that people seem to be chasing and paying real money for is the Turbo - if you want a cooking one, you can still find a good one, and not pay a fortune for it. Here's a great example, and one that I'd be tempted to put on my own drive, had I not got too many French projects on the go already. It's a  1988 60 Super five-door with a mere 31,000 miles on the clock, and is described by its seller as being in ' as new' condition, helped in no part by being dry-stored since 1998.
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  Report: Bonhams, Paris, 6 February 6 Feb 2014 (News)
  A 1947 Delage D6 3-litre competition car was another lot to break the €1 million barrier (£916,000) and Aston Martins also proved popular among bidders, with a rare left hand drive 1962 DB4 Vantage GT coupe doubling its estimate at €1,200,000 (£999,000). A 1965 Aston Martin DB5 also sold for €776,000 (£646,000). Bonhams Paris 2014 Top 10 Sales 1968 Ferrari 275GTB/4 Berlinetta €2,225,000 1929 Bugatti Type 35B €1,610,000 1962 DB4 Vantage GT coupe €1,184,000 1947 Delage D6 3-litre €1,092,000 1965 Aston Martin DB5 €776,250 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster €713,000 1939 Lagonda V12 Drophead Coupe €506,000 1984 Ferrari 126 C4 M2 Formula One car €483,000 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster €310,500 1966 Citroen DS21 Le Caddy Cabriolet €310,500  
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  Product Claims to Keep Diesel Particulate Filters Clear 19 Dec 2013 (News)
  DPFs have a self-cleansing process built into the software of the car, so after a long journey, or on a motorway drive, they are meant to regenerate and re-cleanse. However, if the car spends a lot of time performing short journeys, the DPFs can become clogged because the regeneration process does not have time to initiate.
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  Diesel Particulate Filters to be Tested in MoT from February 6 Dec 2013 (News)
  Some firms offer services to remove the filter, claiming it will boost consumption. But it is an offence to drive a vehicle that has been modified this way, as it will no longer meet the emissions standards the car achieved when it was approved for sale in the UK. Roads Minister Robert Goodwill said: "I am very concerned that vehicles are being modified in a way that is clearly detrimental to people's health and undoes the hard work car manufacturers have taken to improve emissions standards.
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  Mallory Park goes into administration 1 Oct 2013 (News)
  Although it is early days, I am hopeful that, once a solution to the lease is found, all of the company’s creditors should receive a substantial dividend, which I understand is very much the driving force behind the continued support of the BARC.'
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  Preview: Anglia classic car auction, 24 August, King's Lynn 23 Aug 2013 (News)
  The restored 1981 TR7, estimated at £1800-2800 looks good, while for those like their TRs a little more traditional, a selection of TR4s as well as a Spitfire and a Herald 12/50 convertible give Triumph lovers plenty of opportunity to buy the car of their dreams. Bringing convertible driving more up to date there’s a 1991 VW Golf Clipper Cabriolet, or for something a little more rudimentary a 1970 Kaiser Willys Jeep, estimated at £7000-9000, offers go-anywhere capability. A 1977 Land Rover 88” station wagon that’s covered 20,000 miles from new is estimated at £3000-5000 and, for more luxury off-road, a 1994 Range Rover Vogue SE needing some re-commissioning is offered without reserve.
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  Exquisite Lancia Aprilia Riva Spider in Nurburgring Classic Auction 6 Aug 2013 (News)
  The car is offered in excellent race-ready condition with Pi dashboard, a data acquisition system and all equipment necessary to run and drive the car, including a spare set of wheels and assorted spare components. It also includes a comprehensive file documenting the car's history, restoration and its most recent race-preparation last year.
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  Charles Noble's Blower Bentley on offer with Bonhams at Quail Lodge 24 Jul 2013 (News)
  After is was acquired by Noble, it became the car he campaigned the most and he would  regularly drive it from New York City to Long Islands Bridgehampton Race Circuit, race, win, and return home in it with honors that included the prestigious 1967 Vanderbilt Cup. Today, the car is described by the foremost expert on vintage Bentley production, Dr.
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  Leyland P76 wins the Peking to Paris 29 Jun 2013 (News)
  Out of the 96 cars that left the Great Wall of China on 28 May, 86 cars crossed the finish line in Place Vendome, Paris today, with thousands waiting, including friends and family wanting to see their loved ones after 33 days on the road. The crews have travelled just over 7500 miles, driving almost half way around the globe, crossing two Continents and the biggest single land-mass between two capital cities that has seen a full east to west crossing of the World’s greatest wilderness.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day three 30 May 2013 (News)
  Lots of cars have been in real difficulties today. Car 1, the big La France, had a chain come off the chain-drive La France, and was the first car to go down.  Most have suffered suspension troubles. There is a great atmosphere in the camp site tonight, but the Sweeper Mechanics look like burning another drum of midnight oil to get everyone fit for more of this tomorrow…
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  Preview: Summertime Classics, Leicestershire, 7 July 29 May 2013 (News)
  Now, instead of just focusing on the Italian theme, we’re opening the display up to all marques and models and inviting owners of any classic vehicle – whether two-wheeled or four – to turn up at Stanford Hall on 7th July. Enthusiasts can drive there in any shape or size of classic vehicle and park up for a day of concours, aeronautic displays and autojumble; or simply bring a picnic and enjoy the scenery. You don’t have to belong to a club to come along, but many owners’ clubs are already booking display areas for their members, including those representing Pontiac, Triumph Stag, Sunbeam Alpine and Alvis owners – all of which is a bit of a change from our usual fare of Ferraris, Maseratis and Lamborghinis!
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  Preview: Barons classic car auction, Sandown Park, 9 June 9 May 2013 (News)
  Finally, the sale also includes an affordable future classic; a 1992 Maserati Spyder E 2.8 Biturbo. This rare right-hand drive model has been very well maintained and is offered complete with a huge history file. And, with an estimate of £3500-£4500, looks like a great punt for those who have a spirit for adventure.