Refine by channel:  Forum (22913)    Ask HJ (10529)    News (2885)    Article (135)    productReview (98)    FAQs (35)    Good Garages (18)    Reviews (1)  

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

• 
  Everything we know about the MoT exempton for classic cars 6 Feb 2018 (News)
  If, for example, a vehicle that’s currently over forty years old recently failed an MoT, the owner would still be responsible for ensuring it was roadworthy once the test is no longer required. Driving a car with faults that were previously MoT failure issues will mean the car is deemed to be unroadworthy, even though a test is no longer needed. And if you wish to transfer a registration number from a Historic-class vehicle, the current situation will still apply: the donor vehicle will need to be MoT’d and taxed, even though it is technically MoT exempt.
• 
  Brands hatch success for MG Car Club 5 May 2017 (News)
  In the BARC Championships, Rod Birley won on both occasions in the SE Quaife Modified Saloon Car Championship driving his Ford Escort. Jamie Ross mirrored Rod’s success by winning both of his races in the SE Quaife Cannons Motor Spares Tin Tops in his Vauxhall Astra. Race competitions secretary John Hutchison said, 'We always enjoy coming to Brands Hatch, and this year was no exception.
• 
  Unique 2012 AC 378 GT Zagato Prototype in Historics 4th March Classic Car Auction 4 Feb 2017 (News)
  Another replica, this rare righthand drive Ferrari Daytona Spiders by Southern Roadcraft is based on and registered as a 1974 Ferrari 365 Coupé, keeping the original matching chassis and engine numbers with a manual gearbox. It is a near-exact copy of the original 365 GTB/4 Daytona Spider using the wheels, lights and instruments from a donor Ferrari 365.
• 
  A Grand Monday: Volkswagen Polo 'Breadvan' 12 Dec 2016 (News)
  In many ways, the Mk2 version of Volkswagen's popular Polo was something of an innovator. Sure, it was mechanically simple and hardly the most thrilling car in the world to drive - but it did introduce something a little abstract (and undeniably useful) to the supermini sector. As well as a conventional saloon, which was still a popular choice back in the early Eighties, the Polo came in two (rather than one) hatchback layouts.
• 
  Heroes: Stanley Mann 11 Feb 2016 (News)
  Indeed, he made a virtue out of racing original cars and was successful at tracks such as Silverstone, Donington Park, Mallory Park, Montlhery, Nurburgring and Le Mans. In 1988, Stanley decided to begin a run of record-breaking attempts. Driving the newly restored Old Mother Gun, a 6.5-litre Bentley single-seater originally raced at Brooklands, he took the UK 100 mile and 500 mile records, before a cracked fuel tank stopped further progress.
• 
  Born again concept cars debut at London show 21 Dec 2015 (News)
  There is considerable international interest in the project and the London Classic Car Show will be the first time the general public will be able to see ¬– and hear – the car,’ said the company’s driving force Neville Swales. As well as being on static display, the XJ13 will be driven along the show’s unique Grand Avenue highway - hopefully by one of the original test drivers. In the passenger seat will be Mike Kimberley – the original XJ13 project manager.
• 
  Five Grand Friday: Chrysler 300C 21 Aug 2015 (News)
  Mainly because it seemed to go on for about two years. It became a bit of a running joke that every few months there would be another invitation to drive the 300C, despite the fact there was still no UK launch date and no prices either. Still, we did get to see a lot of the South of France. It finally did come to the UK at the end of 2005 and was certainly a car that garnered plenty of attention.
• 
  VW Type 2 Samba sells for £67,500 22 Feb 2015 (News)
  SGP 62 has been restored, as much as possible, to original specification with a few additional safety and convenience features, whilst retaining its completely original appearance. These allow it to be both usable and safe to drive, while giving full peace-of-mind (if desired, it could very easily be converted to absolutely original condition without any major work being necessary). It has a new 2.0L twin-carb engine (by VW expert John Gurney), dual circuit brakes with CSP front discs, independent rear suspension, radial tyres, integrated front and rear indicators (working semaphores are still in place), engine bay fire suppressant system and front & rear seatbelts.
• 
  1955 Volkswagen Type 2 Samba 21 Window up for Auction 23 Jan 2015 (News)
  SGP 62 has been restored, as much as possible, to original specification with a few additional safety and convenience features, whilst retaining its completely original appearance. These allow it to be both usable and safe to drive, while giving full peace-of-mind (if desired, it could very easily be converted to absolutely original condition without any major work being necessary). It has a new 2.0L twin-carb engine (by VW expert John Gurney), dual circuit brakes with CSP front discs, independent rear suspension, radial tyres, integrated front and rear indicators (working semaphores are still in place), engine bay fire suppressant system and front & rear seatbelts.
• 
  Bumper Classic Auction Weekend at the NEC on 15th/16th November 10 Nov 2014 (News)
  That means no reserve for this 1964 Mk I Austin Mini (lead photo), rebuilt to 998cc Cooper spec with Minilite wheels and a straight-cut gearbox. Another no reserve car is this right hand drive 1972 FIAT 500L, complete with a 650cc engine upgrade. Reportedly rust-free, it has a recorded mileage of just 33,000. Brighton-built BMW Isetta 300 prices have gone completely nuts.
• 
  Cap Boosts Residual Values of Mazda CX-5 27 Sep 2013 (News)
  Critically for fleets the benefits from the 2.0-litre 165ps 2WD SKYACTIV-G petrol and 2.2-litre 150ps and 175ps SKYACTIV-D diesel engines are class-leading low CO2 emissions and unmatched ECDC lab test fuel economy - 139g/km of CO2 and 47.1mpg on the combined cycle for the petrol powerplant and from 119g/km of CO2 and 61.4mpg for the diesel units. The Mazda CX-5 range is available with a choice of 2WD or all-wheel drive (AWD), manual and automatic transmissions and six equipment levels (SE-L, SE-L Nav, SE-L Lux and SE-L Lux Nav, Sport and Sport Nav). Obviously, leasing companies that based their original monthly payments on CAP's original predictions stand to benefit considerably And any private buyers who bought on a PCP should see their equity in the car significantly increased at the end of the term.
• 
  Report: Techno-Classica Essen 2013 17 Apr 2013 (News)
  The sheer variety of cars will have you determined to pay a visit in 2014. If you love cars, you won't be disappointed - it's just five hours' drive from the Dover-Calais ferry crossing. Also check out: Techno-Classica 2013: Gallery of owners' club cars Techno-Classica 2013: The Honest John Classics Car of The Show Techno-Classica 2013: Gallery of Volkswagen Group's cars Techno-Classica 2013: Gallery of the cool, strange and unusual Techno-Classica 2013: Our top 30 favourite cars of the show Photography : Richard Kilpatrick Thanks to: P&O Ferries
• 
  Extra HRDC day at Goodwood on Monday 4th March 24 Feb 2013 (News)
  Chris Blewett will be on hand with his Ginetta G12 and Piers Townsend will be praying that his 2012 overheating maladies have been overcome in his svelte Daimler 250SP. Finally, front-wheel drive frolics will be catered for by Andy 'Ace' Harrison in his Mini Cooper S and Norman 'Stormin' Grimshaw in his rebuilt Goodwood Wolseley Hornet. Julius Thurgood, HRDC Race Director, commented: "The fantastic response to this unscheduled event so early in the season is a great signal that preparations for this season are shaping up well.
• 
  Extra HRDC day at Goodwood on Monday 4th March 24 Feb 2013 (News)
  Chris Blewett will be on hand with his Ginetta G12 and Piers Townsend will be praying that his 2012 overheating maladies have been overcome in his svelte Daimler 250SP. Finally, front-wheel drive frolics will be catered for by Andy 'Ace' Harrison in his Mini Cooper S and Norman 'Stormin' Grimshaw in his rebuilt Goodwood Wolseley Hornet. Julius Thurgood, HRDC Race Director, commented: "The fantastic response to this unscheduled event so early in the season is a great signal that preparations for this season are shaping up well.
• 
  Michelin Puts New Tyres to the Test at MIRA 15 Jul 2012 (News)
  The new EC tyre labelling requirements come into effect in November, compelling everyone involved in the manufacture distribution and fitting of vehicle tyres to label new tyres for ‘fuel efficiency’, wet grip and drive-by noise. Explained here . A start has to be made somewhere, of course, but these factors alone do not provide sufficient information for buyers to decide which tyres to fit.
• 
  Eight Iconic American Muscle Cars in BCA Auction 13 Jun 2012 (News)
  BCA spokesman Tim Naylor added "There is a real following for the American muscle cars which many buyers seeing them as good investments as well as providing a real 'stand-out' driving experience. We are therefore expecting this and the future sales to attract interest, not just from UK buyers, but from much further afield." The 1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2 327/340HP Roadster in white with black interior is complete with hard-top.
• 
  Barons Jaguar Auction Set for 29th May 3 May 2012 (News)
  This beautifully-presented caer  was originally built for export to the USA, so is left-hand-drive. It was repatriated to the UK in 1991, then comprehensively refurbished by leading XK specialist Guy Broad. It has since been used only sparingly on the roads in Britain and France. Estimate: £45,000-£55,000.
• 
  27% Off Silverstone Classic Tickets Booked in March 23 Mar 2012 (News)
  In excess of 7,000 classic cars on display over the weekend with huge anniversary celebrations for AC Cobra, Ferrari F40, MGB, Lotus Elan, Triumph Spitfire plus the UK’s first BMW Z-Fest. New AA World where everyone from toddlers to seniors can have a driving experience – free learner car taster lessons (age and height restrictions apply), circuit rides, skid pan, pit stop challenge and lots more. Live music concerts with headline sets from Mike & The Mechanics and Adam Ant plus full supporting bill.
• 
  61-Plate: Monthly deals under £500 25 Aug 2011 (News)
  Peugeot RCZ Peugeot’s gloriously beautiful TT rival is probably the best car from the French company in a long while. It’s easy to drive quickly and turns more heads than its Audi arch-nemesis. Even so, it’s not too far out of reach thanks to finance packages starting from £321 per month. 1.
• 
  61-Plate: The best new car deals 23 Aug 2011 (News)
  Hyundai i30 - £4,808 off The Focus sized Hyundai i30 has an impressive 5-year warranty and offers an easy, relaxed drive coupled with reasonable practicality and build quality. It’s a decent value package at list price, but with a £4,808 deduction care of  discounted-new-cars.com  it’s a veritable bargain.