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  Anniversary of Blue Bird’s 150mph speed record celebrated 23 Jul 2015 (News)
  It was a year later, at the same place, that the 150mph mark was passed. The project to rebuild the car began in January 2014 after the car was passed from pillar to post following on from Sir Malcolm selling it. It was restored originally in 1957 but over the following decades fell into disrepair, culminating in an incident in 1993 when a piston decided it didn’t want to live in the engine any more and swiftly exited stage left.
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  Porsches beat Ferraris at Silverstone sale 28 May 2015 (News)
  Perhaps the bargain of the day was a 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL R107 that sold for just £8,775. That’s just over half the amount that has been spent on the car over the past decade. Since 2005 it had been treated to a £10,000 respray, £2200 worth of cylinder head work, and a new hood costing £1,450 Visit Classic Car Price to see the sale results in full .
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  Brighton Speed Trials under threat from local authorities 24 Dec 2013 (News)
  The Speed Trials has been running in Brighton since 1905 and is one of the UK's longest running car event - taking the form of a sprint for some of the UK’s best race cars and motorcycles along Madeira Drive. More than 200 vehicles line up to take a timed run including road cars, race cars and drag bikes who compete to win the fastest in their class.
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  Vauxhall's birthday celebrations at the NEC Classic 12 Nov 2013 (News)
  Fifty years ago, Vauxhall started producing cars at its Ellesmere Port factory in Merseyside, and in 2013 the plant is still going strong, with its future secured into the next decade. Book-ending this remarkable production run are two cars: a 1963 Viva HA and a 2013 Astra.
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  Preview: Barons classic car auction, Sandown Park, 8-9 June 27 May 2013 (News)
  More interesting consignments have been added to the lot list for Barons' next classic car auction on 9 June. Two highlights include an FIA-spec 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII and a superb GTD GT40 replica, both of which are ready for action this summer. The Austin-Healey has been lightly used for the last 10 years, and it's had just four hours of circuit use since a full engine rebuild recently.
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  Dates Confirmed for Racing at Crystal Palace in 2013 6 Dec 2012 (News)
  'Diggerland' returns by popular demand, offering youngsters the opportunity to take the controls of some heavy duty construction equipment, while the more mechanically-minded guests will find plenty to keep them occupied in the Kit Car Village. New for 2013, and supported by KitCar Magazine, the Village will host a range of kit car manufacturers and their machines, in addition to numerous aftermarket accessories suppliers. The Classic Racing Motorcycle Club will be displaying many stunning examples of two-wheeled exotica, while the Kleers Show & Shine concourse competition also returns; so expect some exceptional cars on display looking their very best, courtesy of Kleers Premium Car Care Products.
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  Call For Entries For Silverstone Auctions Sale at Classic Motor Show 25 Sep 2012 (News)
  Nick Wahle, MD of Silverstone Auctions said, “Our first entry in the sale, the Cooper S police car, bodes well for yet another fantastic auction and there’s still plenty of time for potential vendors to contact one of the team at Silverstone Auctions if they think their car is suitable. “Also, given the special nature of the weekend which attracts classic car lovers from all over the UK and even further afield, we can be confident of ending the year on a real high.
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  Next Historics Auction 26th May 17 Apr 2012 (News)
  e=001OPgMbKnoT2w5QnIYrKcpIKZZyHsJMETN-Vbyf5qPk7xB2U_ZMBMIurwcRnsfP46S0xjHaTQzIcplFV1qyQGz-u9TfMLoU7AEeK4mQkmEiqAA3_EGD3oprTMVMOPfHPtKj3wbm_ehbfXRBtbjEfYK8o13fUX5G1eprNQme6r07zg=" target="_blank" class="imgCaptionAnchor"> 1939 Delage D6 70 TT Recreation The next Historics auction of classic cars, motorcycles and automobilia will move back from Mercecdes Benz World to its normal venue of the Brooklands Museum, public entry and car parking still via the 'back gate' from Mercedes Benz World. Further entries are invited.
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  NEW VAUXHALL ASTRA WINS THE GOLDEN STEERING WHEEL AWARD 2009 7 Nov 2009 (News)
  “Not only has the new Astra been shortlisted for the European Car of the Year, which we won last year with the Insignia, but it’s now taken an important award from an international jury of readers. And all before the car hits showrooms on December 11.” The Golden Steering Wheel election is organised in two phases.
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  ABARTH INTRODUCES TROFEO GB SERIES 28 Oct 2009 (News)
  The 1368cc 16-valve turbocharged engine in the Trofeo 500 race cars develops 190bhp at 6500rpm and torque of 300Nm at 3000rpm to give the Assetto Corse – which weighs just 970kg – sparkling performance on the track. A smart body kit and 17-inch sports wheels add to the car’s impressive road holding and stability.
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  "Good Cause" Raffle Ticket Buyer Wins MX-5 Mk 1 25 Oct 2009 (News)
    My daughter Zoe, 13, and son Max, 11, are both very keen to inherit the car when they are old enough to drive but I think my wife Jo will have something to say about that.” The raffle raised in excess of £13,000 for the charity.  The draw for the car was made by Rachel Huxford from Help for Heroes at the MX-5 Owners Club National Rally, which was held at Mallory Park in September.
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  DIY Car Higher-Fi 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  Don't be afraid to upgrade. Previously something to be tackled by the serious sound buff, an In-Car Entertainment (ICE) ‘install’ is no longer reserved for the audio expert, thanks to Clarion – the world’s largest manufacturer of in-car audio, multimedia and satellite navigation solutions – who’s launch of the CZ509E head unit makes greater audio enjoyment easily attainable.
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  Minimum £2,500 Off Under Skoda Scrappage Scheme 9 May 2009 (News)
  koda is helping customers to make one last journey in their qualifying ten-year old cars, with some of the most competitive offers in the industry. koda has confirmed its participation in the government’s scrappage scheme. It might be an emotional journey to trade in an old car, but low on-the-road prices and very attractive finance offers on vehicles across the koda range will make it easier to say goodbye.
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  New Cars from £99 a month from KIA. 5 Feb 2008 (News)
  Combine this with three special edition models introduced in January and you could be behind the wheel of a new car sooner than you think. For those with a growing family, Kia is continuing the Family discount on Sedona offering up to £2500 off for families with multiple births right up until their 18th birthday.
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  MOTORPOINT STAR DEALS OF THE WEEK 23 Nov 2007 (News)
  Star Deal of the Week: Land Rover Freelander 2 2.4 Td4 XS 5dr Automatic NEW AT £23,999 SERIOUS SAVING OF £4,956 Small Cars Nissan Note 1.4 S 5-dr hatchback. NEW at £7,999 SAVING OF £2,426 Family Cars Honda Accord 2.0 i-VTEC EX 4dr Auto NEW AT £15,599 SERIOUS SAVING OF £4,973 Estate Cars Sector Renault Megane Sport Tourer 1.9 dCi 130 Dynamique 5-dr NEW AT £10,999 SIGNIFICANT SAVING OF £5,953 Premium Cars Jaguar X-Type 2.0d SE 4dr diesel.
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  UK Vehicle Registration Statistics 31 Mar 2007 (News)
  There were increases in currently licensed vehicles for all body types, with the exception of company cars, where there was a decrease from 2005 to 2006. Changes from 2005 to 2006 in the stock of licensed vehicles include: * The number of cars licensed increased by 1.1 per cent; * The number of company cars licensed decreased by 1.0 per cent; * The number of light goods vehicles licensed increased by 4.0 per cent; * The number of motor cycles, scooters and mopeds licensed increased by 1.5 per cent.
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  Alfa 159 Contract Hire From £299.99 a Month 21 Jun 2006 (News)
  Metallic Paint, £7 + VAT extra per month. All Rates Plus VAT. For more information on any of the above please call the new car leasing sales team on 08707 875418 or email sales@dsgauto.com . DSG Auto Contracts offers great new car leasing deals on all UK cars on Contract Hire, Hire Purchase, Lease Purchase, Finance Lease, Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) or Personal Contract Hire (PCH).
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  307CCs Now From Just £15,242 28 May 2006 (News)
  No Imports at UK Car Discount Ltd. For this deal and many more please visit www.uk-car-discount.co.uk
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  Save up to £7,246 On New Citroen Picassos 28 Feb 2006 (News)
  No Imports at UK Car Discount Ltd. For this deal and many more please visit www.uk-car-discount.co.uk
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  New Car PCP Deals from £114.99 a month 1 Dec 2004 (News)
  Personal Contract Purchase offers from www.dsgauto.com (the new name for new-car-leasing.com). The following is a selection of PCP deals priced between £114 and £200 a month, all based on 3+35 payments and 10,000 miles per annum. If you can't find what you are looking for please call, we offer competitive quotes on all makes and models.