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  Drunk and unconscious Tesla driver claims car was driving itself 8 Feb 2018 (News)
  The driver, who was discovered to be over twice the legal limit, was apparently passed out in the stopped car while stuck in traffic on San Fransisco's Bay Bridge at 5:30pm, according to the California Highway Patrol. Once he was awoken, the man assured the police it was fine because he'd set the car to autopilot. Unsurprisingly, he was promptly arrested and charged with suspicion of Driving Under the Influence. The 'self-driving' capability of a Tesla allows the car to steer, change lanes, control braking and even parallel park itself.
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  Prescott set for French and Italian classic car extravaganza 18 Jan 2017 (News)
  Discount advance tickets are now available on the Prescott Hill Climb online shop, with prices starting at £15 for a day. Ticket prices include car parking and full access to all the public areas including the paddock. For all the up to date information, visit  www.prescott-hillclimb.com
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  Rare SS1 Tourer to Star in Barons 7th December Auction 10 Nov 2010 (News)
  Barons’ Yuletide sale is always full of goodies, and this year’s event  at the Surrey Hall, Sandown Park on December 7th is no exception, with  a fine array of classic and collectors’ cars that any historic motoring buff would be thrilled to find in their garage on Christmas morning. The entry list includes the perfect gift for a fan of early Jaguars or for someone looking for something rather special for classic motorsport events.
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  Barons Classic Jaguar Auction results 30 Apr 2010 (News)
  Barons’ saleroom at Sandown Park was packed with classic car   enthusiasts on April 27th for a sale which, once again, proved that   well presented cars will find ready homes and, where a car catches the   eye of a couple of determined bidders, strong prices will be achieved.
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  West Country Festival of Speed: 25th/26th August 27 Jul 2012 (News)
    If you have a historic, vintage, classic, performance or unique car – something that you would like to display for others to enjoy - then you can add it to the display car park. Spaces can be booked as an individual car, or with enough room for six or twelve cars for motor clubs.  Motor bikes are also welcome to park in this area which has spectacular views of the Tamar Valley.
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  Triumph TR5 makes £28K at Barons 20 Sep 2013 (News)
  Although the gold-leaf covered 'ex Liberace' 1931 Cadillac Fleetwood Drop Head Coupe narrowly failed to find a buyer in this sale, it is already confirmed – at a revised guide price of £50,000-£65,000 – for Barons’ 28 October sale at Sandown Park. Other early lots confirmed for October include a very fine 1970 Lancia Fulvia Sport Series 1.5 (£19,000-£21,000) and an exceptionally rare and desirable 1924 Fiat 501, which is still driven by its 90-year owner – who has owned the car for over half a century (estimate TBC).
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  Bird Lime Eats Car 17 Jul 2009 (News)
  Unfortunately, for many vehicle owners the reality is worse than fiction, especially if you have to park in an area where the birds do what's natural to get rid of their digested and processed food. Yes, we're talking bird-poo, and what an objectionable substance it is as far as vehicle bodies are concerned.
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  Nine decades of motoring at Barons at Sandown Park, June 15th 10 Jun 2010 (News)
  There's  even something for movie buffs, who can get 'Back to the Future' with the 1981 DeLorean DMC12. British thoroughbreds include a fine, rare 1953 Alvis TB21 Roadster and a 1949  Bentley MkVI which was converted to diesel in the 1960s. Keeping to the British theme, Barons often features a strong Jaguar entry in its sales, and there are no less than 19 Jaguars and Daimlers on offer, including a beautiful 1962 S1 E-type Roadster.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 9-5-2015 9 May 2015 (News)
  MB, via email Products by  http://www.renovointernational.com   Guilty as overcharged My wife has received a parking charge notice for overstaying in a 1-hour car park. Apparently she entered the car park at 11.57 and 15 seconds and left at 13:19 and 37 seconds on the same day, resulting in a 22 minute overstay.
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  Historics 21st September Classic Car Auction Viewing 19 Sep 2019 (News)
  Catalogue at £30 available at the gate (admits two to the auction)   Further viewing Friday 20 th September 10.00am to 5.00pm and on Saturday 21 st September 8.30am to start of sale at 9.30am. Follow signs from Wellington Way for free parking.  More at Historics    
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day six 3 Jun 2013 (News)
  Car 20, the 1933 Delage of Jan de Clerk, is joining us in Novosibirsk after suffering engine problems – a sad retirement given this is the third Peking to Paris for this car. Car 97, the 1964 Mercury Park Lane of Jan Pettersson, was in difficulty again, this morning it broke down on the start line and went off to a local garage for two hours and then set about playing catch-up.
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  1934 Talbot Up For Auction After 16 Year Restoration 11 Jun 2011 (News)
  Amongst the early entries for Barons’ sale of classic, historic and sports cars cars at Sandown Park on July 26th are a 1934 Talbot AX65 with Darracq body that has emerged from a 16-year restoration, and two very glamorous machines – a 1965 Mercedes 300SE Fintail saloon and a 1957 Oldsmobile 88 Golden Rocket convertible.
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  70 Years of Jaguars up for Auction at Sandown Park 22 Apr 2010 (News)
  For many, of course, the quintessential Jaguar is the E-type, and there is no shortage of these at Sandown Park. There are three very fine S1 FHCs,  and two S3s - a 1971 FHC, which was the third to roll off the Browns Lane production line and which was Jaguar’s press test car (£17000-20000) and a magnificent 1973 S3 roadster, rebuilt outstandingly by Vicarage (£78000-85000).
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  Is this Britain’s cheapest car? 24 Mar 2017 (News)
  By sending the seller a message, I was able to ascertain that the car had been running fine when parked up, but hadn’t turned a wheel in two months as the owner had bought something newer and more luxurious. The Rover was parked up behind his flat, out of tax and uninsured, and therefore had to go before the landlord got aggrieved by its presence.
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  Six Classic Porsches in Historics 23rd November Auction 14 Nov 2019 (News)
  Lot 190 is a LHD 1973 late F Series Porsche 911T imported from the USA in 2012 and sensible modified with a Weber 40IDA carburettor, Bilstein sports dampers and a Scart stainless steel exhaust system. A very fine example. More detail in the catalogue. Estimated at £48,000 to £58,000. Lot 207 is a LHD 1958 Porsche 356A coupe.
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  Camaro finally comes to UK 1 Jul 2011 (News)
  All UK versions of the Camaro will be the top specification model, with 20-inch alloy wheels, Brembo performance brakes, full leather upholstery with a six-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a Boston Acoustics nine-speaker audio system, Bluetooth and rear parking sensors. The instrument dials have been calibrated for Europe too. Options will include a choice of premium paint colours, bonnet stripes, interior trim accents, a sunroof, polished alloy wheels and an automatic transmission, which is a £1500 extra.
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  Last Minute Entries for Barons 23rd March Classic Auction 18 Mar 2010 (News)
    The March 23rd sale features a number of cars from the 1960s which   really highlight the breezy atmosphere of that decade. These include a   fine 1967 Sunbeam Alpine MKV originally bought as a birthday present   for a lady and used sparingly on high days and holidays in fine   weather only (£4750-5750) and an extremely rare 1968 Fiat 500   Giardiniera which is in outstanding original condition.
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  Are future classics a thing of the past? 15 Jun 2016 (News)
  A couple of weeks back, I attended the Tatton Park Classic and Sports Car Show in Cheshire – one of the best events in the north of the country, and one which I’ve been going  to since it was first run in 1987. Back then, I was nine.
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  Preview: Bromley Pageant, 9 June 30 Apr 2013 (News)
  There is also a family ticket on offer for two adults and two children at just £27 when booked in advance and £33 on the gate. Show opens from 9.30am to 5.30pm and parking is free. To book tickets call the hotline on 0844 854 0064 or book online at www.bromleypageant.co.uk where you can also download booking forms for clubs, cars for sale and one make entries as well as getting the latest updates.
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  Chris Evans First CarFest Just Weeks Away 8 Aug 2012 (News)
  The Feeling join the Laverstoke line-up while Paloma Faith and The Proclaimers are on the Cholmondeley bill.  More than just a CarFest venue, Laverstoke Park has an enviable reputation for its organic/biodynamic farm producing the best-tasting, healthiest food, without compromist CarFest goers South and North will be offered a wide range of Laverstoke’s finest from early morning breakfast with organic, nitrate-free, bacon rolls to a full supper at the end of each day.