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  Hidden Hero: Rover Metro GTi 16v 4 Oct 2019 (News)
  It did 0-60 in 9.6 seconds, which might not sound amazing, but it’s mid-range tractability made it feel much quicker, while the mini-like handling and slick gearbox meant it was massively entertaining. Rewarding enough, in fact, to have its own motorsport series - the Metro GTi cup.  In 1993, the GTi was made even more entertaining with the adoption of the multi-point fuel injection system that had been introduced for the 200-series, which shaved the 0-60 time to just 8.5 seconds - quicker than a Golf GTi.  Like all Metros, the GTi was great until it rusted away, rear sills and wheelarches first, into oblivion.
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  Meguiars club showcase finalists revealed 11 Oct 2018 (News)
  A mouth-watering selection of British classics are guaranteed with five different marques represented. The Austin Mini of Ian Whitticase and David Fisher’s E-Type Jaguar will certainly draw a crowd, as will Nigel Scutt’s MG-F. More tempting finalists include two Capris. The 2.8i Special of Gideon Mayers was a worthy recipient of the Capri Owners Club’s 1980’s Saloons award, while Barry Priestman’s Crayford Capri is a rare classic that will fascinate Ford enthusiasts.
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  'Built to last' to be theme of this year's NEC show 7 Jun 2018 (News)
  This year sees the 60th anniversary of LEGO, enjoyed by children and adults all over the world. With vehicles such as the Mini Cooper, Ferrari F50 and Volkswagen Beetle immortalised in the famous plastic brick, and new vehicles being released in the future, it is hoped to have some of them on display. There are also plans to extend the theme into the various show feature areas including the Restoration Theatre, Discovery Live Stage, and Sporting Bears’ Dream Rides Garage.
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  Gaydon Show to celebrate 70 years of Land Rover 6 Mar 2018 (News)
  There will be a special parade through the arena for children to showcase their vintage and modern mini Land Rovers. The fiercely competitive Land Rover team quiz, hosted by motoring journalist and quiz master, Dave Barker, will include rounds on both days before a grand final on Sunday. Clubs, exhibitors and visitors are encouraged to enter in teams of two to test their knowledge.
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  Historic touring cars set for Donington 3 Apr 2017 (News)
  . The HRDC’s ‘Touring Greats’ features a wildly diverse mix of tin-tops, ranging from Austin A35s and A40s to an Alfa Romeo Giulietta Ti Berlina and Volvo Amazon and, for those seeking out obscure British saloons, a Jowett Javelin! In the HRDC ‘Coys Trophy’, expect David and Goliath action, with Mini Coopers lining-up alongside Jaguar Mk1 and Mk2 saloons, Lotus Cortinas and, for big-banger sound, the mighty V8-engined Ford Falcons and Mustangs. Advance tickets for Donington Historic Festival 2017 range from £16 for a Friday pass, up to £48 for a three-day package that will give access to all the weekend’s racing and other attractions.
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  Classics rev up for Monte Carlo rally 25 Jan 2017 (News)
  It will take place over eight days on open public roads with the cars and crews undertaking a series of 14 demanding test stages in the mountains of southern France. Included in the line-up will be an ex-BMC works Mini Cooper S which competed in the Monte Carlo Rally 50 years ago, finishing 6th overall in the hands of rally legend Paddy Hopkirk. It will be driven by Scottish rally enthusiasts Pat Haley and Mike Hyrons.
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  NEC Classic Motor Show 2016: Pride of ownership finalists revealed 7 Nov 2016 (News)
  Giving a nod to motorsport is a 1973 Alpine Renault, regularly used on the circuit, a 1986 Audi Quattro, 1963 Mini Cooper 997, and a 1988 Peugeot 205 GTI, complete with bodykit that pays homage to the legendary T16 Group B rally car. One of the finalists is Jonathan Smith's milk float.
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  Historics 26th November Auction Taster at London Classic Car Show today 28 Oct 2016 (News)
  With investors piling their money into anything but pounds, this 50-year old 1966 Mk.1 Austin Mini Cooper 'S' 1275 should appreciated better than any kind of city investment. Presented in Old English White with a contrasting black roof and scrupulously restored over two years it is also comparatively eassy to find storage space for.
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  Get ready for motorsport at the Palace 18 May 2016 (News)
  In 2015, the show was joined by Kent Ferrari, Crystal Palace Street and Strip Car Club, North Kent Lotus Group, Surrey Vintage Vehicle Society, and South East London Mini Owners Club. Alongside all the motorsport action, car and bike displays, is the trader village as well as live music from all-girl harmony group Elle & the Pocket Belles and a family fun fair.
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  Historics March 12th Sale Significant Results 16 Mar 2016 (News)
  .   Exceeded estimate.  LOT 255.  Rover Mini Cooper 1.3i. £9,000-£11,000.  Sold £12,320.  Top estimate.  LOT 263.  1969 Lotus Elan S4 DHC for resto.
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  Limited edition Ford, Rover and Morris models to celebrate Corgis 60th 5 Feb 2016 (News)
  In 60 years, Corgi has produced models of virtually every type of car, bus and truck. Some of the most sought-after model cars include the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally Mini Cooper S, the 1966 The Man from U.N.C.L.E's 'Thrushbuster' Oldsmobile and the 1959-61 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop with its distinctive pale green body.
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  HRDC Launches Race for All Pre 1966 BMC A Series 12 Oct 2015 (News)
  I would like to thank Donington Park Racing's ever-enthusiastic MD, Christopher Tate, for helping to facilitate this opportunity". So expect to see Minis, Speedwell & Sebring Sprites, Lenham and Ashley Midgets, Austin A30/35/40 touring cars (not forgetting Morris Minors and MG1100/1300 saloons!) plus a selection of rare variants, in the form of Ogle, Deep Sanderson, Fletcher, Marcos, D.A.R.T, Unipower, Cox GTM and WSM.
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  New club for Rover 800 fans 16 Sep 2015 (News)
  Anyone wishing to be involved with the club, or interested in becoming a member, is invited to an initial meeting, during which plans for the club will be officially formed. The event takes place on Sunday October 4, 2015, at 1pm at MINI Plant Oxford (better known to 800 owners as Cowley), where 800 production began almost 30 years ago. Obviously, if you have an 800, it will be more than welcome…
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  Record Sale at Historics on 6th June 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  .   A 2008 Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren in jet black  powered through its estimate to £220,000 At the other end of the price spectrum a 1959 Austin Healey Sprite made £22,500 (est 14-18,000) and an ex-police Austin Mini Moke surpassed expectations at £15,200. Upholding British muscle stakes, a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger finally settled well beyond its expected price, at £32,000 (est £18-20,000), whilst a 1976 Triumph Stag also performed higher than expected at £14,000 (£9,500-£12,500) Complete list of sales at Historics
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  Classic car rally hopes to raise £150,000 for charity 19 May 2015 (News)
  .   But you don’t have to own a piece of exotica to take part - the rally is open to other classic cars, MGs to Mini Coopers. If you have a classic car you would like to bring on the rally or if you would like to bring a friend and drive one of our specially donated VIP cars, email event director, Samantha Fenwick (

  Get ready for the new London Classic Car Show 5 Jan 2015 (News)
  The 13 most significant cars ever built, according to Top Gear’s James May TV Chef and car nut James Martin’s private collection of Ferraris and Mini-Coopers. ...plus the James Martin Classic Café, providing ‘good honest grub’ Motor Sport Hall of Fame, paying tribute to Enzo Ferrari, Ayrton Senna, Juan Manuel Fangio, Michael Schumacher, Tazio Nuvolari, Stirling Moss, Jim Clark and Sir Jackie Stewart Special feature celebrating the 60 th anniversary of the avant-garde Citroen DS Special feature celebrating 100 years of Maserati with three classics – Sebring, Ghibli SS and Khamsin – performing on The Grand Avenue, plus a showcase of cars from Maserati itself including a 5000GT, 3500 GT Vignale Spider, GranTurismo MC Stradale and, hopefully, a rare 1935 Tipo 4CS racer Supercars from Ferrari, Porsche, Ford, Lamborghini, Maserati, Jaguar, Bugatti Racing Legends from Le Mans, from Bentley, Porsche, Jaguar, Ford, Ferrari and McLaren Leading classic dealers and specialists with cars and services for sale Tickets are available from the show website –  www.thelondonclassiccarshow.co.uk  – where early bird discounts reduce the on-the-door standard entry price from £25 to just £22.
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  London Classic Car Show honours Adrian Newey 13 Dec 2014 (News)
  Among the cars that meant so much to him when he was growing up were his father’s Riley RMF – ‘a beautiful thing’ – and a Mini Cooper S, which was the car he learned to drive in. Newey has his own collection of cars and will be bringing along his Jaguar SS100 that he bought ‘as a bag of bits’ and restored.
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  NEC classic car show opinion: The Kids Are Alright 18 Nov 2014 (News)
  And as time goes by, established classics like Triumph Stags and Minis only get more expensive, making it hard for young people to afford a classic car. That’s why it was so great to see that, of the 1700 classics on show this year, plenty of them were ‘

  London gears up for classic spectacular 29 Oct 2014 (News)
  Meanwhile, to show the potential future of the motor industry and to give motorists a chance to get up close and personal with alternative-powered vehicles, the Regent Street Motor Show will feature new ‘pure electric’ models from the likes of Tesla, BMW and Renault, as well as the latest hybrid cars from other manufacturers. Among the marques being celebrated in Regent Street will be Mini and Morgan, while the event will also see celebrations marking half a century of the Ford Mustang and the 40th anniversary of the Porsche 911 Turbo. Visitors can also get to enjoy a Top Gear Experience display.
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  Preview: Techno-Classica Show, Essen, 26-30 March 22 Mar 2014 (News)
  Jaguar will celebrate the legendary D-type on the largest display they ever had in Essen. Mini will, of course, remind us of the sensational win of the rally Monte Carlo 50 years ago. The centre stage in Hall Six will be hosting a special display of Maserati and Zagato sports cars. There will be a selection of Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Fiat, Lancia and Maserati fitted with the extraordinary and often eccentric bodywork by Zagato.