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  New Fiat 500 revealed: popular city car goes electric 4 Mar 2020 (News)
  Although clearly identifiable as a Fiat 500, the Electric is marginally bigger than the electric car, leading to more space inside. The interior that's been also been given a significant update, with more leg and shoulder room for passengers, while the boot remains the same size as its predecessor. The wide dashboard houses a new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, DAB radio and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
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  Sweeney Consul restoration to be unveiled at NEC classic motor show 21 Oct 2019 (News)
  Appearing in the opening title sequences of the first three series, the Consul was on-screen with the show’s lead actors John Thaw, who played Regan, and Dennis Waterman as Carter, along with their boss Haskins, played by Garfield Morgan. This Consul was used in some of the most remembered 1970s TV classic car chases around west London and consequently was fitted with some non-standard equipment including a full engine sump guard, full fuel tank shield and a bulkhead brace bar.
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  A Grand Monday: Audi 80 Cabriolet 12 Nov 2018 (News)
  .  It also has the added benefits of an electric roof and unusual green leather trim, while the 'JB' number plate (just like Diana's second Audi) leads us to believe it may have been an Audi press or demo car when it was new. Even if it wasn't, at £845 ono, it's worth every penny. Read our Audi 80 review and buyer's guide How many Audi 80 survived?
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  Bentleys dominate Baltic Classic Rally 13 Jun 2017 (News)
  Peking to Paris European Cup winners Bill Cleyndert and Jacqui Norman added to their trophy cabinet, which also includes win of the 2015 Road to Mandalay, after holding their lead from the Copenhagen start to the Berlin finish in the 1925 Bentley 3-4½. Bill said driving the WRC stages was a real thrill, but added the entire route was fantastic. Jacqui added, ‘It’s been a fabulous rally with some really tough navigation to keep us on our toes.
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  Le Mans winning Jaguar D-type breaks auction record 21 Aug 2016 (News)
    The first D-Type supplied by Jaguar to a privateer team, XKD 501 was sold new to the famed Scottish Racing team, Ecurie Ecosse, who campaigned it to victory at the grueling 1956 Le Mans 24 Hours.   It was offered for sale after almost two decades in one of America’s leading collections. The record-setting Jaguar is only the fourth British car to have sold for more than $10 million at auction and eclipses the previous record by over $7 million. That was set by a $14.3m 1962 Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato sold by RM Sotheby’s in New York in December 2015.
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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.