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  Landmark Jaguar E-type heads to auction 2 May 2018 (News)
  Chassis #860100 is fitted with its original 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine that was sent to VSE Engineering for a full rebuild in 2004. It has only covered 1200 miles since. At the same time as the engine removal, the brakes were rebuilt. The Jaguar was given a full re-trim in tan leather and repaint in Carmen Red later in its current ownership, along with a new fuel tank and a full stainless-steel exhaust. Today, the car has only been used only occasionally for classic car runs and shows.
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  A Grand Monday: 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 2 Jan 2018 (News)
  As you can see, the Vauxhall looks to be in pretty good condition and a quick check of the car’s MoT history  is revealing. Recent work includes a new fuel tank, cam and timing belts, replacement water pump, a rear brake re-fresh, plus new calipers up front. No 1980s Vauxhall truly escapes the tinworm and this car is no exception. Despite being looked after, it needed new sills and rear wheelarches. It’s also had advisories about suspension component mountings and seatbelt anchoring point corrosion.
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  A Grand Monday : Mazda 626 EGi Coupe 17 Jul 2017 (News)
  In the past two years, he has  recommissioned the car with a full respray, new tyres all round, front brake pads and discs, rear pads, rear caliper, inlet manifold, battery, wiper blades, washer jets, fuel pump, plugs, leads and various other bits and pieces, including some rare trim parts imported from the USA and Australia.
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  DB6 Mark 2 Volante could fetch £800,000 at auction 8 May 2017 (News)
  Ordered by two Swiss brothers, the cars left the factory as standard left-hand drive V8 Coupes in July 1996, were homologated, and then returned to the factory to be modified as shooting brakes. Finished in British Racing Green with matching upholstery, it had an engine rebuild at 9626km. It is estimated to fetch as much as £350,000. 1996 Aston Martin V8 Sportsman estate Also going under the hammer is a 1968 Aston Martin DB6 Mk1 that’s been uprated from Volante to Vantage Volante Specification.
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  Super lightweight Porsche Leichtbau set for auction 2 May 2017 (News)
  The car also has side air intakes in front of the rear-wheel openings, a flatter, body-coloured rear wing and air intakes to cool the brakes. This example was completed on 13 December, 1992, and is one of six finished in Gloss Black, with a black leather interior and triple tone Recaro seats in Rubystone with matching steering wheel.
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  A Grand Monday: 1979 Volkswagen Passat (B1) project for £800 3 Oct 2016 (News)
  The 1.6-litre starts and drives and the gearbox is smooth. But make no mistake - the Passat will need recommissioning with fresh oil, all bushes and the brakes checking. There may also be some welding to be done as well. So if you’re serious about taking on this project you’ll need to go and give it a proper inspection. Read our Volkswagen Passat review and buyer's guide How many Passat's survived?
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  Rare ‘barn find’ Aston Martin show car heads to auction 11 Sep 2015 (News)
  A striking feature of the rear of the car is the strip of 22 rear lights. The harder the driver pressed the brake pedal the more lights were lit up. The car was built purely for show and was never road-registered. It will require much loving care to bring it back to show condition. A second, fully-functioning car was made for promotional duties (later to be repainted in Embassy colours for use by Graham Hill’s Grand Prix team).
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  Do you need a dash camera? 18 Mar 2015 (News)
  A dash camera will also help you avoid ‘cash for crash’ fraudsters – drivers who brake suddenly on purpose to cause a rear-end collision. It’s worth remembering, of course, that the dash camera works both ways – so if you do something stupid or make a mistake it will prove your guilt just as much as it will prove your innocence.
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  Do you need a dash camera? 18 Mar 2015 (News)
  A dash camera will also help you avoid ‘cash for crash’ fraudsters – drivers who brake suddenly on purpose to cause a rear-end collision. It’s worth remembering, of course, that the dash camera works both ways – so if you do something stupid or make a mistake it will prove your guilt just as much as it will prove your innocence.
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  A Grand Monday: Vauxhall Astra MkII 3 Nov 2014 (News)
  It comes with an MoT until June next year, and also benefits from relatively recent Brembo discs and pads, new rear brakes shoes and a K&N air filter. The vendor describes the car as ‘always maintained to a high standard’ and reckons it’s wanted for nothing over the years. The engine bay is particularly clean and the interior looks very impressive, coming complete with its original stereo, handbooks and so on.
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  IAM Tips For the Long Christmas Drive Home 19 Dec 2013 (News)
  Many stretches of motorway are not lit during hours of darkness - To improve your view as far as possible (and keep eyestrain down), keep your lights, mirrors and windscreen clean. Watch for tell-tale brake lights up ahead to foresee any changes in traffic speed or queues which you may be joining. In traffic don’t just watch the car in front of you – watch well up the queue, it makes things much easier.
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  New A6 Allroad arrives in the UK 16 Jan 2012 (News)
  The quattro permanent four-wheel drive system also gets torque vectoring. During dynamic driving this system brakes the wheels on the inside of a bend, before they start to skid, to enhance traction and handling. The optional sport differential distributes the power in continuously variable proportions between the rear wheels.
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  Audi introduces winter tyre and wheel sets 22 Sep 2011 (News)
  With their help, grip on roads encumbered with snow, ice and slush, or high levels of surface water, is improved by up to 60 per cent while braking distances are reduced by as much as 20 per cent. When the quattro all-wheel-drive system that is widely available across the vast majority of model lines is also factored into the equation, Audi drivers can feel even safer in the knowledge that they have the best possible chance of weathering our increasingly challenging winter driving conditions.
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  New 10 Reg Citroens From Just £139 a Month 19 Feb 2010 (News)
  Also available, on all three models, a low cost servicing offer - priced at just £199 (inc. VAT) - covers all recommended and scheduled servicing, and brake fluid replacement for up to 3 years/35,000 miles. Alternatively, customers looking to take advantage of the last few weeks of the Government's Scrappage Scheme can own a Citroën C1 from just £6,495, a New C3 from just £8,790 or a funky C3 Picasso from just £10,445, with £2,000 Scrappage allowance deducted.
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  Genuine Ford Parts Proven to be Better 29 Jan 2010 (News)
  Ford is also active in the fight against parts counterfeiters, helping to stamp out a racket which costs the industry £10 billion a year. "It is very scary to think what could happen if, for example, your car’s braking system was fitted with counterfeit parts," says Paul Muers, Ford Customer Service Division marketing manager.  "It's a risk if work isn't entrusted to a franchised dealer.  Going to a Ford dealer or Rapid Fit centre means only genuine parts are used.
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  Hyundai i20 Becomes "Perfect" Driving School Car 14 Aug 2009 (News)
  ESP is standard along with active head-restraints, front seatbelt pretensioners, six airbags and seatbelt reminders.  ESP helps to minimise the risk of skidding by applying brakes to individual wheels to control the car in slippery conditions. Guy Pigounakis, Hyundai Sales Director said: "We're delighted that Bill Plant driving school pupils will be taking their lessons and tests in the new Hyundai i20.
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  Lease a new Alfa Romeo 159ti from £289.99pm 19 Jun 2009 (News)
  Alfa Romeo 159 JTDm TI 4dr Manual 3+35 10kpa £289.99pm + VAT (Must be registered by 30-06-09) 2 x Stromboli Grey / Black Leather 2 x Alfa Silver / Black Leather 1 x Alfa Red / Black Leather with Spec includes; Blue&Me(tm), Cruise control 19" unique spoke design alloy wheels with 235/40 R19 tyres Red Brembo brake callipers (front & rear) Lowered sports suspension and body kit Chrome effect wing mirrors Sports seats upholstered in black sports leather Sports leather steering wheel & gear knob, steering wheel mounted audio controls Aluminium sports pedals Stainless steel kick plates with TI designation Parking sensor built into rear bumper with audible obstacle alert Dual zone automatic climate control with split temperature Sports dials with red background Front seats with three stage heating Quick delivery, most models available in 14 days.
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  VED INCREASES WON’T CHANGE SSANGYONG PRICES 14 Mar 2008 (News)
  The new range has been substantially upgraded with wider choice, specifications and pricing to suit the UK market. Using 2.0 and 2.7 litre turbo diesel engines, they will tow a braked trailer of up to 3.2 tonnes and appeal to those looking for a well equipped, immensely practical vehicle who want value for money rather than paying the premium prices demanded by other brands. They are especially suitable for anyone with a regular or occasional need to tow a caravan, boat or horsebox and if you need to venture off the Tarmac, SsangYong’s four-wheel drive systems will let you do it with ease.
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  52 reg Moving Out of Warranty 5 Oct 2005 (News)
  The commonest problems recorded in the months after their manufacturer’s warranty has expired relate to the suspension (34%), braking system (22%), electrics (22%), and engine (19%). All can result in an expensive visit to the garage. For example, an Audi A3 with rear axle complaints set the owner back £777 to repair, a Peugeot 307 with electrical faults left another facing a £761 bill and a Renault Megane Scenic owner grappling with a faulty gearbox had to pay £744 to fix it.
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  137mph Zafira Lifts Off at £2,000 Off 25 Oct 2001 (News)
  To make sure the extra power doesn't get out of hand, the Zafira's DSA (Dynamic Safety) suspension has been tuned to match the GSi Turbo's extra power. The brake system has discs all round (308 mm diameter ventilated at the front, 264 mm at the rear), Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with integral TC Plus traction control is standard, and the GSi's 7.5 x 17 alloy wheels are fitted with low profile 225/45 R17 tyres.