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  £2m worth of classics sold at Anglia Car Auctions 25 Aug 2015 (News)
  decades made £2,730, the same sum buying a 1984 Bentley Mulsanne Turbo. 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
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  Historics 1960 Healey 3000 Comp Spec: Restore, or Leave as is? 27 Apr 2015 (News)
  capacity 2,912cc engine, now with oversize valves and fed by triple DCOE's, features a tuftrided crankshaft, lightened and balanced flywheel, and a competition camshaft. While power is fed through the straight cut, close ratio gearbox, and the treasure chest also extends to an LSD, servo-assisted brakes
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  For The Love Of Cars restores Rover SD1 police car 24 Apr 2015 (News)
  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
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  Ross Brawn takes on London to Brighton challenge 25 Oct 2014 (News)
  in the chassis. 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
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  Focus On: Burton Motors 21 Aug 2014 (News)
  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. Every step of a job
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  A Grand Monday: Montego 2.0 GSi 3 Mar 2014 (News)
  , 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
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  A Grand Monday: Fiat Uno 60S 24 Feb 2014 (News)
  , and this car for anyone with a love of all things 1980s, is bound to press the right buttons. 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
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  'Car SOS's Fuzz Townshend launches Classic Friendly garage scheme 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  car insurers. 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
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  CMC unveils long(ish)-wheelbase Jaguar E-type 12 Nov 2013 (News)
  raised by 1.25 inches above the driver's head and the boot floor lowered and reshaped to build in a 20 gallon fuel tank.  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
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  Carole Nash unveils 'Pride & Joy' iPhone app 28 Jun 2013 (News)
  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)
  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
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  EuroNCAP results: a bunch of fives 28 Nov 2012 (News)
  ,such as Multi Collision Brake system, Front Assist and Proactive Occupant Protection, as well as Lane Assist. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Ford
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  Mini MINIs take to the field at the Olympics 9 Aug 2012 (News)
  Removable sunroof panel for access to the equipment storage area Waterproof equipment storage area Electric engine, throttled Dual vented disc brake Heavy duty shock absorbers Grass tyres front and rear
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  Full Lots List For Silverstone Classic Auction 12 Jul 2012 (News)
  . Ready to race and has been driven by Graham and Oliver Bryant and Nick Adams. Last year it came 3rd in Class at the Silverstone Classic. Complete with large spares package of wheels, tyres and brakes parts and engine spares.   No reserve.   More
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  Hertz to Offer McClaren MP4-12Cs as Rent-a-Cars 29 Mar 2012 (News)
  McLaren's motorsport DNA, the 12C's unique carbon fibre 'MonoCell' chassis weighs just over 165 lbs. The McLaren Airbrake and McLaren Brake Steer support 12C dynamics and bespoke ProActive Chassis Control suspension and SSG transmission deliver ultimate track times and supreme comfort
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  Twin Drive Petrol/Electri Hybrid From SEAT 24 Jan 2009 (News)
  , focuses on creating a whole range of Ecomotive vehicles with exceptional fuel economy and dramatically reduced CO2 emissions. The car shown at Martorell features an electric motor powered by lithium-ion batteries. There has been extensive modification of the gearbox, brakes, heating
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  Think Gordon Brown 28 Oct 2008 (News)
  from a domestic electricity socket to restore its charge. TH!NK city is designed to meet strict safety requirements. Equipped with ABS brakes, airbags and three-point safety belts with pretensioners, it meets all European and US requirements.
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  Motorists forced back to DIY servicing and repairs 23 Oct 2008 (News)
  % increase on sales of parts against the same period last year. Motorists can halve the costs of parts such as brake discs and pads, shock absorbers, drive shafts, alternators and starter motors. A replacement steering rack on a prestige vehicle can cost well over £1,000 from a car
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  A New Car Could Cost You Your Home 17 Apr 2008 (News)
  -direct.co.uk claims thatg buying a three year old vehicle or keeping your existing car is financially the most cost efficient way to run a reliable vehicle. Mark Cornwall of Car Parts Direct said, “Cars are reliable for at least ten years providing they are serviced. Items such as brakes
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  LATEST FORD CARS CHECK TYRE PRESSURE WHILE YOU DRIVE 14 Apr 2008 (News)
  technology, providing customers with effective and secure systems that deliver excellent value for money. The Ford Focus and the Ford Kuga can both be specified with a tyre Deflation Detection System (DDS), which uses the same sensors as the anti-lock brake/electronic stability programme systems