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  Cooper anniversary set for Prescott hill climb 9 Jun 2016 (News)
  Twelve years later, Cooper were Grand Prix World Champions with Jack Brabham at the wheel, completely transforming the design of the Grand Prix car and leading the rear engine revolution. At their peak, Cooper were the world’s largest dedicated manufacturer of racing cars. They dominated in Formula One in 1959 and 1960 with two world championship titles.
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  British classics shine at London show 22 Feb 2016 (News)
  One of the show’s main events was a Classic Six Nations Cup in which teams of ten iconic classic cars from the six leading car-producing nations vied for votes from visitors. And when all the votes had been counted, the UK team – which included the original Mini, the Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, Le Mans Bentley, McLaren F1 supercar, Aston Martin DB5, Land Rover and Graham Hill’s 1988 title winning Lotus 49 Grand Prix car – narrowly beat an Italian team full of Ferraris, Maseratis, and Lamborghinis.
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  Pedestrians aged 18 to 24 most likely to be distracted by phones 2 Nov 2015 (News)
  According to official data, more than 85,000 pedestrians lost their lives on European roads between 2003 and 2013. And car crashes are the leading cause of death in 18 to 24-year-olds. More than half of those surveyed admitted to using their device when crossing the road, even when there is no recognised crossing. But it's the younger pedestrians that appear to be most a risk with almost 9 out of every ten 18 to 24-year-olds saying they the have been using their phone when crossing the road.
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  Silverstone Classic to host largest ever F1 parade 1 May 2014 (News)
  .  Sir Stirling said: 'The Silverstone Classic really is a great event and it will be an absolute honour to lead this parade of Grand Prix cars. Silverstone is a wonderful place with a rich history; in my day it really was a fast and challenging circuit with some extremely demanding corners. During my career I believe I raced 108 cars so I had a pretty good innings and seeing some of those that’ll be involved in the Silverstone Classic brings back a lot of great memories for me.
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  Preview: Bonhams classic car auction, Paris, 6 February 29 Oct 2013 (News)
  After being locked up for approximately 39 years in a shed, the car was sent a few years ago to the world’s leading Healey authority and restorer Steve Pike, from Marsh Classic Restorations (Australia). After a post restoration ‘shakedown’ AHS #3502 participated at the Phillip Island Historic races in Melbourne, Australia and since then in various events including both the 2009 and 2013 Mille Miglia.
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  BCA Offers Auction Buyers Warranted Condition Reports 14 Nov 2011 (News)
  Sellers meanwhile have the opportunity to create an even stronger following for their brand at BCA by adopting this new scheme.  Improved buyer confidence means more buyer power and that will inevitably lead to more robust sales at BCA – which benefits everybody.” Simon continued “Whilst this scheme will initially only apply to cars, we look forward to extending the programme to our commercial vehicles in 2012” He added “This is yet another way BCA is improving the selling process for all our customers. 
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  Historics sell 70% of 112 Lots at Brooklands on 3rd March 7 Mar 2011 (News)
  It was also another strong showing for the Mercedes-Benz marque, with a flawless 1970 280SE Cabriolet changing owners for £100,800, whilst the ever-increasing popularity of the 190SL – with Historics leading the market in 2010 - was strongly reflected in the sale of a white 1961 model for £49,280. The late withdrawal of a 1954 MG TF forced Historics’ staff to pull out all the stops in order to maintain the interest of MG fans, and an MG TD of the same year consigned at the last minute didn’t disappoint, selling for £16,352.
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  British Company Launches New Winter Tyre 29 Oct 2010 (News)
  To find your nearest Cooper Tire stockist, visit www.coopertire.co.uk   Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd, a subsidiary of the Cooper Tire & Rubber Company of Findlay, Ohio, USA, has more than a century's experience at the leading edge of tyre technology. Cooper produces a full range of tyres for passenger car and 4x4 applications under the Cooper and Avon brand names, together with Avon motorcycle tyres. Avon motorsport tyres are supplied to over 140 championships around the world, including the FIA Formula 2 Championship, the Avon Tyres British GT Championship as well as series supported by Audi, Porsche and Honda.
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  Cult cars from recent TV series and films could spark new interest in classics 8 Apr 2010 (News)
  And the new - and last - series of ‘Ashes to Ashes' will bring back memories of the cars of the Eighties including, of course, DCI Gene Hunt's Audi Quattro. Leading vehicle auction specialist, British Car Auctions (BCA) thinks the appearance of the cars of the Seventies and Eighties on the big and small screens will inspire a revival in interest in the cars from these decades.
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  New Easy Way to Find Special Cars Coming Up at Auction 13 Dec 2009 (News)
  Leading vehicle auction company, British Car Auctions (BCA) is making it easier than ever for private buyers to track down their dream car.  www.british-car-auctions.co.uk now has a ‘BCA Showroom’ section that only features the crème de la crème of motoring that is available to bid on at BCA.
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  Up to £50 Cashback on Four Cooper Tyres 3 Nov 2009 (News)
  Tyres included in the offer are: -       Cooper Zeon 2XS - Ultra high performance tyre for high performance cars -       Cooper Zeon CS6 - New-for-2009 performance tyre for medium to large-sized cars -       Cooper Zeon 4XS - Brand new ultra high performance tyre for 4x4s and SUVs -       Cooper Zeon XST - Performance tyre for SUVs and 4x4s -       Cooper Zeon XST-A - SUV and 4x4 tyre that balances performance with traction in all seasons -       Cooper Discoverer S/T - Premium all-purpose SUV/4x4 tyre -       Cooper Discoverer STT - Premium off-road tyre designed to provide maximum off-road traction in severe mud Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd, is a subsidiary of the Cooper Tire & Rubber Company of Findlay, Ohio, USA, and has more than a century's experience at the leading edge of tyre technology. Cooper produces a full range of tyres for passenger car and 4x4 applications under the Cooper and Avon brand names, together with Avon motorcycle tyres.
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  Fords of winsford celebrates fifty years of success with Mini Cooper prize draw 25 Aug 2009 (News)
    Then, as now, Vernon had a simple formula – whether a basic Morris or luxurious Jaguar - the same low profit margin was applied.   It was an approach that struck a chord with the customer, leading to the company progressively expanding its operations and ultimately relocating to its current 13.5 acre site in Winsford in the mid-1990s.   Today FOW remains the UK’s most successful car supermarket with over 1300 cars in stock and a string of industry accolades which includes four ‘What Car?
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  Save up to £1,269 on a 06 Vauxhall Astra among Autoquake.com Deals of the Week at 14th August 2009: 14 Aug 2009 (News)
  Only 93,801 miles at £9,233 – a saving of £1,852 - £2,267 over Parker’s retail price   These deals and many more are available at Autoquake.com, the UK’s leading online used car retailer.
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  Huge savings on Used Cars of Quality from Autoquake 30 Jul 2009 (News)
  utm_source=HJ&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=hotdeals">Autoquake.com the UK’s leading online used car retailer.
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  Glass's Predicts December 09 Well Up On December 08 6 May 2009 (News)
  “If retail sales of used cars are down by no more than 10 per cent this year, prices should not collapse,” adds Rushmore. New car sales have fallen 30 per cent in the first quarter of 2009, leading to a significant reduction in the volume of part-exchange vehicles – a common source of used vehicles – entering the second-hand market. “The introduction of a ‘scrappage’ scheme might kick-start the new-car market but it will not add any used car supply, thereby protecting values,” Rushmore commented.
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  Motorpoint 83rd in Sunday Times Top 250 20 Oct 2008 (News)
  The car supermarket chain, which is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary, was named one of the best performing national car retailers by Fast Track - the organisation behind the listings. Launched in 2002, the Top Track 250 ranks the UK’s leading privately-owned mid-market companies based on their sales performance. Motorpoint came in at number 83, with annual sales of over £290m – up £50m on the previous year. Says David Shelton, Managing Director of Motorpoint: “Motorpoint set out with the aim of becoming the UK’s biggest and best car supermarket a decade ago.
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  BID WITH BCA FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK 1 Jun 2008 (News)
  “We are delighted to have the opportunity to sell this car on behalf of Cancer Research UK, the world's leading independent organisation in this important field”, said Robin Lawton, Head of Classics from BCA. “Cancer Research UK’s work is almost entirely funded by the public, through local fund-raising and generous donations such as this.
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  Big Event at Castle Combe Next Weekend 6 Aug 2011 (News)
  Roger Orgee from Langford in the Van Diemen RF00 and Bath's Chris Acton in the Ray GRS08 are other class A players. Nick Charles from Yate is the man with possibly the healthiest lead in the circuit's championships, heading the saloon cars with more than a win in hand and having the experience of claiming the honours last year. His task varies depending on who shows in class B to challenge his Peugeot 106.
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  Government Wires Up Electric Car Grants 14 Dec 2010 (News)
  “The motor  industry is making great progress in delivering practical, low carbon vehicles and  we will see further progress of new and conventional technologies in the years  ahead. Today's announcements confirm the UK as a leading player in making low carbon  an economic and environmental winner.” The Government will continue to receive applications from vehicle manufacturers for more  cars to be eligible for the Plug-In Car Grant and another round of eligible vehicles  will be announced next year.
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  Electric vehicles best for short runs 16 Jun 2010 (News)
  Altogether, this is good news for Mitsubishi and the future of electric vehicles in the UK, and justifies Mitsubishi Motors’ vision to lead the way in electric vehicle research, design, and manufacture.” Drivers selected for the trials of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV and the 85 other consortium vehicles were chosen through an application process led by Coventry University.