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  Weak Pound Forces Ford Prices Up Again 24 Jun 2009 (News)
  Even with the recent strengthening of the pound, he warned that the need to recover this accumulated revenue loss could lead to further price increases. Price-inflationary pressure would continue to be an issue for all UK-based businesses whose costs were incurred in Euros. Prices for Ford cars will rise by an average of 4.0 per cent, meaning an extra £600-£650 on the most popular models, Ka, Fiesta, Focus, C-MAX, Kuga and Mondeo; rising to £700 on a Ford S-MAX and £800 for a Ford Galaxy.
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  MINI Joins Scrappage Scheme 1 May 2009 (News)
  Since its launch in 2001, MINI has continually offered customers minimal whole-life ownership costs, in part due to industry-leading residual values. With a £2,000 reduction soon to be available on the list price of any MINI Hatch, MINI Clubman or even all-new MINI Convertible, customers buying from the Oxford-based car manufacturer will be assured of a sound financial investment, as well as a unique, premium small car.
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  Scrappage Deal From BMW 23 Apr 2009 (News)
  With the government scrappage payment, the matching BMW offer and an additional dealer contribution the total discount available on this model equates to £3,260. The BMW 116i has class-leading economy and low CO2 emissions and, like all other EfficientDynamic-equipped BMWs, makes excellent financial sense too. A zero to 62mph time of 9.8 seconds and output of 122hp results in a car that is also fun to drive.
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  Special Oil For Original Minis 12 Feb 2009 (News)
  Mini Oil 20w50 is particularly effective in tuned or modified vehicles, which have to endure the extreme conditions that can often lead to damage. The formula improves performance and protects both the engine and the gearbox during competition, helping to avoid expensive rebuild costs. Martyn Mann, Technical Director at Millers Oils, says: "At Millers Oils we're passionate about the Mini and its incredible history, so we're proud to help preserve this British classic through our Mini Oil product.
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  Free London Motor Show 28 May 2005 (News)
  From 13th – 19th June, over 220 of the latest vehicles from around 40 of the world’s leading manufacturers will be exhibited throughout the 97-acre Canary Wharf estate: both outdoors and indoors. There will be a number of first UK public appearances at the show, including the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Audi RS4, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX, Jaguar X-Type 2.2 Diesel, Smart Forfour Brabus, Jaguar XJ 2.7 Diesel and the Gardner Douglas GD T70 Spyder.
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  Official Details of Golf MPV 18 Aug 2002 (News)
  With five seats in use, the load area has a capacity of over 600 litres. Safety is class leading, with active front-seat head restraints, plus front airbags and side airbags for the front and second rows of seats. Three-point seatbelts are provided for all seven seats, while ABS, ESP and BAS are further active safety features.
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  New Engines and Specs for Alfa 156 8 Jun 2002 (News)
  Fuel economy is slightly improved at 42.8 mpg on the combined cycle v/s 42.1 mpg from the 140bhp JTD. 156 JTDs start at £17,835 for the saloon and £18,930 for the Sportwagon. The awe inspiring 3,179cc GTA V6 pumps out a class leading 250bhp at 6,200rpm and 221 lb ft torque at 4,800rpm. GTA prices start at £26,900 for the saloon and £27,900 for the Sportwagon. VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) is fitted to all models except the GTA.
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  West Country Classic Auction next Monday 2 Apr 2002 (News)
  La Salle was, of course, Cadillac’s lower price line, but in 1937 the marque acquired a proper 5,276cc Cadillac V8 engine and looks that are very similar to the 1937 Cadillac itself. This one is estimated at £11,000 to £12,500. A third American is a massive lead sled 1947 Lincoln V12 sedan, estimated at £4,000 to £5,000. And a fourth is a 1926 Ford Model T tourer fitted with unusually disc wheels and estimated at £7,000 to £8,000. Apart from these, entries include plenty of soft top British sports cars and the usual complement of Aston Martins, Jaguars, Mercedes and Morris Minors including a very nice pick-up with 1,275cc Marina running gear.
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  First Photo of New SEAT Ibiza 20 Nov 2001 (News)
  The fact that's it's by far the most exciting looking of the trio is everything to do with SEAT's own 'auto emocion' styling studio in Sitges, presided over by none other than Walter de Silva, the man who delighted the World with the stunning Alfa Romeo 156. SEAT also leads the rest of the VAG group with the best front wheel drive handling, and the new Ibiza will be no exception, combining 'Agile Chassis' tuning with 'intelligent' power steering. And the new Ibiza will have the most powerful diesel in the A04 line-up: none other than the PD 130bhp combined with the same six-speed gearbox as the Golf (see road test on this site).
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  Nissan 4x4s. New Range. Lower Prices. 22 Apr 2009 (News)
  Not an option is the X-TRAIL’s superb on-road handling, acclaimed off-road ability and class-leading maximum braked towing capability of 2200kg. To mark the new X-TRAIL’s arrival in showrooms in June, Nissan is offering 0% finance (with minimum 10% deposit) for buyers who sign up for Preferences, Nissan’s personal contract purchase plan.
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  Nokian Weatherproof Wins Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test 3 Nov 2015 (News)
  8 all-season tyres size 185/65 R15 T/H M+S were tested on an Opel Corsa. Auto Zeitung is one of the leading German car magazines and well-known for its profound test reports. Nokian WR SUV 3 is the outstanding test winner in the Off Road winter tyre test and with SUV Magazin.
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  MG Rover's demise - ten years on 7 Apr 2015 (News)
  The combination of large-scale redundancies and widespread job insecurity meant one thing: the effects of MGR’s demise would be felt for a long time to come. Leading up to that fateful day in April 2005, it was no secret that MG Rover had financial problems. It hadn’t been an easy ride ever since BMW sold the remains of the Rover Group to the Phoenix Consortium – led by John Towers – in 2000.
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  Stratstone to Sell Classic Jaguars 8 Mar 2013 (News)
  About CMC Founded in 1993, Classic Motor Cars of Bridgnorth provides a Jaguar restoration service to the highest possible standard. It is recognised as one of the worlds leading, if not the leading restorer of classic Jaguars and is responsible for restoring some of the most historic Jaguars ever built. Staffed by a highly experienced team of engineers and technicians based at its Bridgnorth, Shropshire, workshops – which currently cover over 35,000 sq ft, CMC is able to provide an international clientele with a range of services from a simple oil change, performance and handling upgrades to full restorations and even bespoke car design and manufacture.
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  Stratstone to Sell Classic Jaguars 8 Mar 2013 (News)
  About CMC Founded in 1993, Classic Motor Cars of Bridgnorth provides a Jaguar restoration service to the highest possible standard. It is recognised as one of the worlds leading, if not the leading restorer of classic Jaguars and is responsible for restoring some of the most historic Jaguars ever built. Staffed by a highly experienced team of engineers and technicians based at its Bridgnorth, Shropshire, workshops – which currently cover over 35,000 sq ft, CMC is able to provide an international clientele with a range of services from a simple oil change, performance and handling upgrades to full restorations and even bespoke car design and manufacture.
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  Latest Motorpoint Offers for the next 7 days 14 Jul 2009 (News)
  Motorpoint , the UK's leading car supermarket, offers for the next 7 days, while stocks last:   Deal of the Week Peugeot 407 1.6 HDi 110 SR Connectnav 4dr Manual. 09Reg.
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  BCA Says Good Time To Buy at Auction 3 Jun 2008 (News)
  BCA advises used car buyers to make the most of slowing sales. The latest data from leading vehicle auction company, BCA, has revealed that average used car values are under pressure, despite moving very little in the last month or so. It means there are plenty of good value cars on offer for motorists prepared to buy at auction.
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  Zap-Map launches multi network EV charging payment service 18 Sep 2020 (News)
  Despite some of the major nationwide networks offering contactless card readers, drivers currently still often need to use multiple apps and cards to pay to charge on different networks. This can lead to ‘charger anxiety’ – concern about being able to access the right charge point when needed. This is an issue for 68 per cent of EV drivers, according to a  recent survey of 1617 EV drivers by Zap-Map .
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  Race Retro forges partnership with Motorsport UK 15 Jan 2020 (News)
  Ian Berry, head of sport promotion for motorsport UK, added, 'We’re very pleased to have partnered with Race Retro, which we consider to be one of the leading events in the 2020 historic motorsport calendar. Attending Race Retro is a key element of our membership engagement programme, and we will have key staff on our stand to help Motorsport UK members with technical and license enquiries.'
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  Bruce McLaren tribute set for Silverstone Classic 20 Jun 2017 (News)
  The parade at Silverstone Classic will take place on the Sunday and include a P1 hypercar, as well as the latest road-going models. Leading the pack will be Bruce’s daughter, Amanda. McLaren’s only child, she was just four years old when her father died. Amanda said, ‘I am very excited to be attending the McLaren Owner Group’s national event at the Silverstone Classic, celebrating what would have been my father's 80th year.
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  October 2016 recall round up: Thousands of Jeep models called back over three different problems 2 Nov 2016 (News)
  The Jeep Wrangler has also been recalled because its “airbag clockspring may ingest dust” possibly leading to impaired operation in an accident, along with a warning light. SsangYong is recalling 1433 examples of the Tivoli to fix a potential fuel leak, though no fire risk is associated with the problem.