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  Stunning Alfa concept car takes top spot at Salon Prive concours 4 Sep 2017 (News)
  Now in its 12th year, Salon Privé continues to attract some of the most important collector cars in the world, including a one-of-37 ‘covered headlamp’ 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider. Restored in the UK during 2012, this SWB-variant California Spider was a best in show runner-up and won its class.
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  Ferrari F40 heads Salon Privé sale 11 Aug 2017 (News)
  This F40 has been lightly used, covering fewer than a (verified) 3000km before the restoration and just 592km since. It was recently serviced in advance of the sale by Carrozzeria Zanasi. ‘All F40s are desirable and normally well presented, but very rarely a car such as this comes to market with the kind of fastidious attention to detail that will impress the most hardened enthusiast,’ says Harry Whale, operations manager at Silverstone Auctions. ‘It’s a remarkable car, and it’s certain to turn heads.’ To find out more about the Ferrari F40 up for auction at the Salon Privé Sale, visit: silverstoneauctions.com .
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  Fiat Dino Spider makes £83,600 at auction 8 Mar 2017 (News)
  A BMW 320 (E30) Convertible that had received £7000-worth of renovation work sold for £4125. The car had covered 110k and had recently had a new rear screen and hood fitted as well as suspension refresh. Bargain of the sale looked to be a 1986 Porsche 944 with an MoT until July. It sold for £1350, which is cheap considering values for these car are on the up This one was described by the seller as a good usable classic and came with some history.
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  Lancaster Insurance Mini resto to raise money for charity 23 Nov 2015 (News)
  Lancaster Insurance unveiled its new project - a 1969 Morris Mini Super Deluxe - at this year's NEC classic motor show. The car, which was sourced by Classic Mini Finder , has covered just 33,000 miles from new and is completely original. It will be sympathetically restored before being sold at next year's NEC classic motor show by Silverstone Auctions .
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  A Grand Monday: BMW 3-series (E30) 16 Feb 2015 (News)
  There's the odd blemish here and there, but it does look like there are some rust bubbles beginning around the wheel arches... and possibly the sills. It does have 12 months' MoT, though - not bad for a car under a grand.
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  Peugeot 205 ticks past 338,000 miles 30 Apr 2013 (News)
  While most Peugeot 205 models have gone to the scrapheap in the sky, this one soldiers on, despite having covered almost 340,000 miles.
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  Superquick Subaru UK Special 27 May 2001 (News)
  Subaru has announced a UK only limited edition of the ugly new Subaru Impreza WRX. To be called the Impreza UK300, the new car has an optional Prodrive modified engine putting out a very serious 245bhp and 256lb ft (354Nm) torque. The extra power is felt most between 6,000 and 7,000rpm, and the extra torque from 3,000rpm where the new car develops 234lb ft (318Nm).
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  RoadRunner Charity Rally for £500 Bangers 4 Apr 2012 (News)
  Overall, Road Runner Rallies is hoping to raise £30,000 for charity through the Riviera Run – it’s up to individual teams what they want to raise for. All cars must be roadworthy and Road Runner Rallies can arrange European breakdown cover for participants. Someone from each team must be sober each morning to drive. Apart from the essentials, Ian and Chris are creating challenges along the way to spice things up and there will be a prize for the best themed car.
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  “World’s Finest” RHD 1989 Porsche Speedster in Historics 24th November Classic Car Auction 20 Nov 2018 (News)
  In 2011 the car was registered in the UK. The present owner purchased the car in 2016 and it has been dry stored by DK Engineering ever since, whilst covering a mere 300 kilometres since 2011. The lineage of ownership is chronicled in the history file, with all servicing records documented in the original service book together with all invoices and manuals/booklets pertaining to this spectacular sports car.
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  A Grand Monday: Honda S-MX 21 Aug 2017 (News)
  The odometer shows 192,000, which is made up of miles and kilometres - it was converted at point of import in 2008, at which time it had covered 102,000 kms, which is around 62,000 miles. So, in total, 150,000 miles or so. The car is located near Aberystwyth.
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  Young Morris Minor owners' pledge to raise classic awareness 14 Nov 2014 (News)
  Andy Wilson, 21, has been part of the club for a number of years and his 1961 Minor 1000 took centre stage at the club stand at this year's NEC Classic Car Show. "I actually own two Minors," said Andy. "I use my second car, a 1963 saloon, as my daily driver and cover 40 miles every day. Our club is using this show to tell other youngsters that they needn't be scared of classic cars.
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  Added Value Deals For BMWs 10 Jan 2008 (News)
  And the sporting exterior design of the Z4 matches the interior with the Edition Sport models featuring BMW Individual Bi-colour New England leather covering the sports seats as well as Individual Bi-colour interior trim. The model is rounded off by visually-dynamic 18-inch Composite Star-spoke light-alloy wheels. The Z4 2.0i Edition Sport model costs just £775 more than the ‘standard’ Sport model but adds nearly £2,500 of options to the car.
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  Classic Italian Car Auction in April 11 Mar 2009 (News)
  Classic Italian cars and motorcycles at Sandown Park, April 27-28 It's that time again at Barons, when all things Italian come to the fore. The Classic Italia Auction, at Sandown Park on the 27th and 28th April, will feature stylish classic cars of Italian origin, alongside a range of other classic, collectors' and sports cars.
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  The last Big Healey ever made heads to auction 21 Mar 2017 (News)
  A 1967 Austin Healey 3000 MK III, the very last series production car that rolled off the line at the Abingdon factory, is for sale. The car will be auctioned as part of Classic Car Auctions two-day sale at the NEC Restoration Show on Sunday, 2 April. Chassis Number HBJ843025 was produced on 21 December, 1967, and first registered to the Donald Healey Motor Company in Warwick with the registration number OAC 656. It went through two more registered keepers in the Leicester area before the current vendor purchased the car in 1972, cherishing it for the last 45 years.  This BJ8 is an original, right-hand drive manual car that has covered 56,000 miles in 50 years.
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  Addison Lee Fits Michelin Cross Climate Tyres to 5,000 Private Hire Cabs 12 Nov 2015 (News)
  Braking performance is paramount in an inner-city environment for the safety of our drivers and passengers, as much as for pedestrians and other road users.” Addison Lee also operates a commercial van fleet, and Daniels says the company will fit CrossClimate tyres to this side of the business as soon as the right tyre size comes to market. CrossClimate tyres are currently available in 23 dimensions, covering 76 per cent of all car and car-derived van tyres in sizes from 15 to 17 inches, with Michelin to launch additional sizes next year.  You can find out if they will fit your car at:  www.michelin.co.uk/tyres/michelin-crossclimate CrossClimates offer the benefits of a summer tyre for dry or wet braking, total mileage and energy efficiency, while also boasting the traction and braking performance of a winter tyre on cold and snow-covered roads – making it perfect for the UK’s often unpredictable weather.
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  Subaru reduces WRX STI price 24 Aug 2012 (News)
  Subaru’s high performance WRX STI model has been reduced in price ahead of the new 62-plate launch, meaning it is now available from £26,995, a £6000 reduction. That price buys a 2.5-litre 300PS all-wheel drive performance car, but those hankering for more performance can upgrade for £1599. That increases performance to 340PS, by way of altered ECU settings and a tweaked exhaust system. The upgraded 340R model will hit 60mph in 4.7 seconds, with improved in gear acceleration to boot.
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  Garages urged to embrace code 23 Feb 2009 (News)
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  Crackdown warning for rogue parkers 5 Sep 2008 (News)
  It added that people found breaking the law in such a manner could pick up more expensive car insurance policies in the future, as cover firms may view them as a risk. "There is a minority of motorists who seem to have little regard for road markings and signs and park wherever and however they like," said local councillor Audrey Jones.
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  Jail threat to fraudulent driving test takers 22 Aug 2008 (News)
  It could be that those found breaking the law in such a manner pick up more expensive car insurance policies in the future should cover firms deem them a risk on British roads. Head of fraud and integrity for the DSA Andrew Rice commented on the importance of the issue for the body.
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  Cotswolds drivers get seat belt reminder 13 Aug 2008 (News)
  By buckling up when they travel, drivers may be saving on their car insurance policies, as those found to be neglecting the rule could be considered a risk and subsequently land a more expensive cover bill. Local Police Constable Gary Brewer said that he believes this disregard of the rules is behind a number of the region's collisions.