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  Classic Mini ‘reborn’ for modern day driving 6 Apr 2017 (News)
  Under the bonnet, the original A-series 1275cc engine will be rebuilt with 50% more power and mated to a reconditioned four-speed gearbox. Ride improvements come from upgraded suspension and brakes. Each car takes about 1000 man hours to build – although prices have yet to be announced, expect it to cost upwards of £70,000. Company founder David Brown said the new model offered modern comfort and luxury while remaining true to the original.
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  Jaguar Classic to sell restored E-types 4 Apr 2017 (News)
  Several sympathetic upgrades from later E-types can be incorporated into the restoration process at extra cost, including improved cooling (using Lightweight E-type-derived parts), all-synchromesh gearbox (if not fitted to the vehicle originally), and Series 2 front brake calipers. Prices for E-type Reborn restorations from Jaguar Classic start from £285,000.
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  Ford and Fiat miss out on top Euro NCAP safety ratings 3 Mar 2017 (News)
  In the full-width frontal crash test, the Fiat showed poor protection of both the driver and the rear passenger seat. Like the Ka+, it also lacks autonomous braking technology, already offered on several models in the same class. “The 500 is an old car by now and the small improvements that Fiat has made on the facelift don’t hide that," Euro NCAP’s Secretary General, Michiel van Ratingen said.
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  Three Peugeot 205GTIs head to auction 22 Nov 2016 (News)
  It is estimated at £5000 to £7000. Following an engine-out inspection, the car has had a new water pump, cambelt kit, head gasket, brake lines, radiator and wheel bearings, with suspension components removed, cleaned and painted where necessary. It has also benefited from a glass-out respray in the original black gloss while the inside has been retrimmed where required, but still maintains the 1980s cloth interior.
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  Rare Porsche 911 goes from shed to show-stopper 1 Nov 2016 (News)
  Once they got into it, it proved a very smart buy because other than two new front wings and basic perishable items, the rest of the car was re-comissioned using existing components that were repaired or renovated. The suspension, brakes, differential and electrics were all rebuilt and the original interior cleaned up, re-stitched and restored. The fully rebuilt engine and gearbox were reunited with the car having been balanced and tuned by Porsche engine builders Tech 9 Motorsport. Just before the car is offered at auction, the owner is hoping to reunite the Porsche with its original owner.
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  A Grand Monday: Renault 11 Broadway 5 Sep 2016 (News)
  After such a lengthy lay-up, though, we’d expect to find it on new rubber, and with fresh fluids and new brake discs and pads, most of which will no doubt have been needed for the MoT. So, check it carefully if you do go to view. At £795, it’s probably all the money for one of these. Indeed, you could probably fly to New York and take in a show for the same outlay, and it’s arguable as to which would give you the most pleasure.
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  Cheap Rolls Royce Silver Cloud DHC in Historics Mammoth 20th August Auction 4 Aug 2016 (News)
  The car is complete and described as "structurally sound with the only rust problems located to the offiside front wing." The brakes need overhauling, the steering box needs rebuilding or replacing and the tyres are wrong. However, the engine starts and runs well so, for someone with the right facilities, it could be a sensible investment.
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  A Grand Monday: Rover 620ti, £950 25 Apr 2016 (News)
  But it has been enthusiast owned, and has seen quite a bit of work in recent months including a full brake overhaul, replacement window regulators (a known weak point) and new alloys and tyres. It’s also very nicely presented, in British Racing Green. It’s not perfect – there’s a hint of corrosion at the lower edges of both rear arches (a very common rust spot on any Rover 600) – but the body and interior have generally held up well, while the T-Series is renowned for being a strong and long-lived engine.
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  More than half of new cars sold feature ‘self-driving’ technology 30 Mar 2016 (News)
  Of the 2.63m cars registered in 2015, just over 1,000,000 featured autonomous emergency braking, 943,000 were fitted with blind spot monitoring, 835,000 with adaptive cruise control, and a staggering 1,500,000 included a collision warning system. Those numbers are made up of features fitted either as standard or optionally.
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  £2m worth of classics sold at Anglia Car Auctions 25 Aug 2015 (News)
  While the 1980 Rolls-Royce Carmague saw the hammer down at just over £32,000 with premiums, bargains included an MoTd 1986 Silver Spirit for £2,205 and a 1969 Silver Shadow that needed brake work at £1,900. A typically strong ACA line-up saw a 1975 230.4 making £7,245 and a rarely-seen 300SD bought for £9450. Performance bargain of the sale was a 1999 E55, bought for £2,310.
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  Historics 1960 Healey 3000 Comp Spec: Restore, or Leave as is? 27 Apr 2015 (News)
  While power is fed through the straight cut, close ratio gearbox, and the treasure chest also extends to an LSD, servo-assisted brakes and uprated shock absorbers, adjustable at the rear. The history is known. The car originally left the factory in March 1960 with a black hardtop, Dunlop Road Speed tyres, laminated windscreen, disc wheels all round and adjustable steering column.
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  For The Love Of Cars restores Rover SD1 police car 24 Apr 2015 (News)
  Working with SD1 specialists Robsport International in Hertfordshire, the body was stripped down and new metal welded in where needed before being resprayed. The suspension was rebuilt with new bushes while the brakes and fuel system were also renewed. The engine and gearbox also received some TLC. All the police features were restored and work: radio (which cannot be used for legal reasons so is not wired up), stop signs, sirens and blue lights were restored and work.
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  Ross Brawn takes on London to Brighton challenge 25 Oct 2014 (News)
  It also has a sophisticated semi-automatic gearbox which, I believe, was a forerunner of the famous Wilson Pre-Selector ’box. But compared to a modern car, the suspension is crude and the braking takes anticipation, shall we say.’ With absolutely no experience of driving a veteran car, Brawn has been taking driving lessons from Nigel. ‘There’s no denying the London to Brighton will be a challenge.
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  Focus On: Burton Motors 21 Aug 2014 (News)
  The garage carries out the full range of repair and maintenance work, including problem diagnosis, MoT testing and routine servicing, plus tyre, brake and exhaust changes. Reviews left on the Good Garage Guide page commend the “excellent, friendly service” along with the honesty and value for money offered. The owner, Julie, takes pride in being transparent.
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  A Grand Monday: Montego 2.0 GSi 3 Mar 2014 (News)
  Standard equipment includes, electric sunroof, electric windows front and rear, electric door mirrors, central locking, remote boot and fuel filler flap release as well as alloy wheels (that do look like wheeltrims). It's been recently serviced, with new cam belt, rear brake shoes and wheel cylinders, radiator, thermostat and housing, exhaust centre silencer, track rod ends and front tyres. It comes with MoT until October, so it's ready to show off during the classic season.
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  A Grand Monday: Fiat Uno 60S 24 Feb 2014 (News)
  It comes with 11 months' MoT, five months tax and service history, clean and fresh from a recent service, where it received a new clutch, exhaust and brakes among other things. Love the fact it also comes with the original Reg Vardy registration number plates, dealership key ring fob and original documents. Seems almost too good for your £1500. What are you waiting for?
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  'Car SOS's Fuzz Townshend launches Classic Friendly garage scheme 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  In addition to pre-1960 vehicle safety checks, Classic Friendly also offers buyer’s and seller’s inspections, which includes coolant and brake fluid testing, paint thickness and condition reports and inspection of upholstery, chrome and badging. Fuzz added: 'all garages will receive highly visible logo (above), which clearly shows that the garage is well-versed in old cars.
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  CMC unveils long(ish)-wheelbase Jaguar E-type 12 Nov 2013 (News)
  .  The car has also been built with a host of CMC’s upgrades that range from air conditioning to power steering, upgraded brakes, five-speed gearbox, suspension and handling upgrades. During the rebuild Branstad, who intends to travel widely, requested a trailer to be built. CMC built this from two E-type rear ends joined together.
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  Carole Nash unveils 'Pride & Joy' iPhone app 28 Jun 2013 (News)
  There are also videos from Carole Nash's YouTube channel showing the latest competitions, hints, tips and advice on restoring your classic car. Finally, you can sign up for the Carole Nash e-Zine, Braking News, which is full of hints and tips from classic car restoration expert Fuzz Townshend, who answers some of your restoration queries. Read articles from celebrity classic car enthusiasts Chris Barrie and Tiff Niddell.
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  Le Mans Healeys reunited after 60 years 9 May 2013 (News)
  Originally journalist Gordon Wilkins had been assigned to co-drive NOJ 391 alongside Belgian Marcel Becquart but, on the drive back from scrutineering to the hotel, the car was hit by a truck and suffered severe damage that would prove impossible to repair in time for the race. The team set about transferring that car’s engine, brakes and all scrutineer-stamped components into the spare Special Test Car, NOJ 393, which had been brought to the race 'as insurance' against disaster. The necessary registration and race numbers were painted onto the car and it competed in the race masquerading as its compatriot.