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  Italian classics welcome at La Vie en Blu 10 Dec 2015 (News)
  As Nick Mason, Pink Floyd drummer and avid car collector, said, ‘Despite being called La Vie en Bleu, the event is quintessentially British - a mini Goodwood Festival of Speed set in the glorious Cotswolds - celebrating French cars, but in a British way. ‘It’s a club motor sport at its best, where visitors can mingle with the cars, speak to the drivers, and watch rare historic vehicles to modern day supercars being pushed to their limits.’ Tickets will be on sale in January at a special ‘buy one get one free’ for a limited time only.
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  Metro crossover concept comes to auction 1 Jun 2015 (News)
  In the case of the Scout, a standard Rover Metro was fitted with a taller roof, a higher side-hinged tailgate, bigger rear side windows, roof rails, extra plastic panels, headlamps guards and even an externally nounted spare wheel in order to resemble a mini-4x4. Jim Ragless, a former manager at Automotive Development Consultants, recalls how the idea came about: 'The Scout was conceived and built by ADC as a showcase of our concept, design and build capabilities for the Automotive Engineering Show at the NEC.
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  Jaguar E-type project makes nearly £40k at Anglia auction 13 Apr 2015 (News)
  Two low-mileage Minis garnered much interest, with the black 18-miler selling at £14,910 and the red 137-miler at £15,225. A round of applause was given when the immaculate 1953 Jowett Jupiter eventually reached £25,200.
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  Private collection to go under the hammer at Barons 5 Aug 2014 (News)
  .  Other cars in the sale – not from the Cheeseman collection – include a 1973 E-type roadster (£38,000-£42,000), a beautiful 1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Sports Saloon (£37,500-£45,000), a 1965 Triumph TR4A requiring some TLC (£6000 to £8000) and a fully restored 1965 Mini Moke (£13,000-£15,000). For more information, or to consign a car to the sale, visit Barons website .
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  Get set for Goodwood 26 Jun 2014 (News)
  Meanwhile, rally icon Rauno Aaltonen (better known as the Flying Finn), who famously won the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally in a Mini, will get behind the wheel of a 1964 ex-works Cooper on the Forest Rally Stage at Goodwood. To find out more about the Festival of Speed and to see live updates throughout the event, check out our dedicated Goodwood Festival of Speed page here .  By Paul Guinness, Contributor
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  Preview: H&H Classics auction, Rockingham Castle, 21 June 11 Jun 2014 (News)
  The sale will also include a 1970 Maserati Indy 4.2 (£35,000 - £45,000), a 1969 Citroen ID21 Safari Estate (£6500 - £8500) and a 1965 Mini Marcos that is expected to sell for £5500 - £7000. For more information on H&H Rockingham sale visit: www.classic-auctions.com
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  Jaguar tops JD Power survey for dealer satisfaction 23 Aug 2013 (News)
  Full results of the JD Power Dealer Satisfaction Survey Ranking Dealer network Score Rating 1 Jaguar 85.5% XXXXX 2 Lexus 85.4% XXXXX 3 Honda 84.0% XXXXX 4 Mercedes-Benz 82.6% XXXX 5= Land Rover 82.0% XXXX 5= Toyota 82.0% XXXX 7 Skoda 81.4% XXXX 8 Volvo 80.8% XXXX 9= Kia 80.32% XXX 9= Nissan 80.32% XXX 11 Seat 79.5% XXX 12 Renault 79.3% XXX 13= Hyundai 79.2% XXX 13= Volkswagen 79.2% XXX 15= BMW 79.1% XXX 15= Citroen 79.1% XXX 15= Mini 79.1% XXX 18 Ford 78.6% XXX Average 78.5% 19 Audi 78.0% XXX 20 Vauxhall 77.7% XXX 21 Suzuki 77.6% XXX 22 Mazda 77.25% XXX 23= Mitsubishi 76.9% XXX 23= Peugeot 76.9% XXX 25 Fiat 75.7% XX 26 Alfa Romeo 72.7% XX 27 Chevrolet 69.7% XX
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  Nostalgia on DVD 10 Jul 2013 (News)
  They include the Triumph Stag, Triumph GT6, Lotus Europa, Lotus Esprit, Vauxhall Firenza, Jaguar XJ12, Morris Marina Estate, Aston Martin Lagonda, Panther De Ville, Rolls-Royce Camargue, Aston Martin Vantage, Vanden Plas 1500, Lamborghini, Maserati Merak, Jensen-Healey, Ferrari 308 GTB, Triumph TR7, MG V8, MG Midget and the ever iconic Austin Mini, Austin Allegro, Ford Cortina and Ford Capri among many, many more. Along with the motor shows, this exciting new DVD also includes exclusive newsreel reports on the British Grand Prix in 1971, 1973, 1974, 1975 and 1976, Brands Hatch in 1971 and 1974, 1972's International Rally of Great Britain and the Historic Car Championship held at Silverstone in 1973.
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  Report: Anglia classic car auction, King's Lynn, 22 June 25 Jun 2013 (News)
  Top 10 sellers 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL £81,900 1969 Jaguar E-type Series 2 Roadster £42,000 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud £40,950 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Convertible £37,275 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL California £34,125 1971 Porsche 911 2.2T £32,025 1956 MGA 1500 Roadster £20,475 1957 Triumph TR3 £19,950 1960 Daimler SP250 £19,425 1965 Austin Mini Cooper 970S £18,900
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  Barn find Maserati shines at Silverstone 21 May 2013 (News)
  Silverstone's next auction takes place at the Silverstone Classic on 27 July, and has already attracted plenty of pre-sale publicity via its ex-Longbridge Tunnel Mini . Nick Whale, managing director, Silverstone Auctions said: 'This was our first sale of 2013 at Silverstone so it’s terrific to mark our return in such an emphatic manner. The collection we pulled together not only looked superb, but lots were sensibly guided which was reflected in these great results.'
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  Touring cars revived at the Silverstone Classic 19 Apr 2013 (News)
  Last year’s capacity 58-car grid included more than 25, and another huge turn out is guaranteed in July in a packed field that will also flaunt packs of battling Alfa Romeos, BMWs and Minis. The Super Touring Trophy puts the spotlight on the Group A era. It's well represented by Cosworth Sierras and their long-standing BMW M3 adversaries, while a growing number of super tourers epitomise what’s widely hailed as the zenith of the MSA British Touring Car Championship during the 1990s.
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  New Easy Way to Find Special Cars Coming Up at Auction 13 Dec 2009 (News)
  Mini Cooper 1.6 – 06 – Chilli Red with Racing Decals - BCA Bridgewater – 15th December Audi R8 4.2 V8 FSi Quattro R-Tronic – 08 - Monterey Green – BCA Birmingham – 16th December Aston Martin DB9 5.9 V12 Volante – 07 – Silver- BCA Nottingham – 17th December Ferrari F430 4.3 F1 Spider – 06 - Grey – BCA Nottingham – 17th December Porsche 911 3.6 Carrera Tiptronic S – Blue – 57 – BCA Nottingham – 17th December Visit the BCA Showroom at www.british-car-auctions.co.uk
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  Hyundai i20 Earns 5* NCAP Rating 28 May 2009 (News)
  The i20 scored 41 out of a possible 49 points, easily beating all the other cars in its class plus mini-MPVs including the new Citroen C3 Picasso. It even puts the i20 above larger cars including the Vauxhall Insignia and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Commenting on the achievement, Allan Rushforth, Vice President of Hyundai Motor Europe, said “This is a proud moment for Hyundai.
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  Bromley Pageant Sunday 14th June 12 Mar 2009 (News)
  From family favourites through to thoroughbred exotic sports cars, there will be something of interest for everyone at the show, Morris to Porsches, Triumphs to Jaguars including classic American cars, as well as displays celebrating 50 years of the Mini. In the main arena, host and compere Jerry Thurston from C4’s ‘Salvage Squad’ will be at the show working on a special restoration. The arena features parades of exceptional vehicles from throughout the years and also entertainment including the incredible ‘Steve Colley’ motorcycle stunt show.
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  Low rate Mercedes Car Leasing Deals 17 Feb 2009 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals like these at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  From 2CV to Phantom 1 in Classic Auction 25 Jan 2009 (News)
  And those looking for a starter classic or a future classic with real character have three to choose from - a lovely little 1973 Volkswagen Beetle 1302S LHD, which has covered just 21,000 miles from new (estimate £4,000-£5,000), an immaculate 1984 Citroen 2CV6 Dolly Special (£3,000-£4,000) and a 1996 Rover Mini Sprite (£2,500-£3,500). Barons is offering excellent rates for vendors looking to enter multiple vehicles in the sale. Vendors can enter three cars and pay costs on just two, or enter five cars on a no-sale, no-fee basis (subject to terms and conditions.)
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  Dodge Journey and Chrysler 300c from £269.99pm 22 Jan 2009 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals like these at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  New Jaguar X Type Car Leasing deals from £269.99 19 Jan 2009 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals like these at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  Incredible Crossfire Deals Just £169.99 a month for 12 months 27 Nov 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals like these at www.dsgauto.com . We specialise in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  SAAB 9-3 Sportwagon Leasing from £239pm 6 Aug 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals like these at www.dsgauto.com . We specialise in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.