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  Even Mrs B. is Plugging the Wheeler Dealers book 12 Apr 2015 (News)
  The Wheeler Dealers book covers: 1968 Austin Mini Jaguar E-Type SIII V-12 Lamborghini Urraco S 1995 Land Rover Discovery 2.5TDi 1999 Mazda MX-5 1990 Peugeot 205GTi 1.9 Porsche 911 993 Targa Subaru Impreza WRX 1964 Amphicar 1945 Willys MB Jeep The search, the buying process and the restoration of each is intricately detailed with colour photos making each job easy to follow and tackle yourself if you feel so inclined.
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  Questions raised over classic car safety 23 Jan 2015 (News)
  A report on The Daily Telegraph’s website on 15 January sensationally claimed that ' Motoring organisations are warning classic car owners they could be driving death traps ', and went on to suggest that many classics are unsafe in the event of an accident, 'Older vehicles do not have crumple zones and even recent classics like Minis and Ford Capris will come off a lot worse in a collision with the latest models.' The same report quoted AA spokesman Ian Crowder, who told The Telegraph, 'Classic car owners and users really need to be aware of the risks when they take to the road in a less resilient vehicle.
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  Santa Pod Retro Show: Win a Ford 100E 4 Dec 2012 (News)
  Classics from both sides of the Atlantic are most welcome, as are motorbikes, scooters and even the current crop of ‘neo-retro’ incarnations like the BMW MINI, VW Beetle and FIAT 500. This year also brings a new retro Truck and Tractor display into the proceeding, so if you’re more Massey than Maserati, or prefer ERFs to ERAs, then this is the place for you.
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  1957 Ford Zephyr Convertible Makes £22,412 at Barons 1 Nov 2012 (News)
  .  Entries for Barons' Yuletide Classic on December 18th are already rolling in, with a rare 1966 428 Thunderbird Convertible and an even rarer 1965 Margrave Wood and Picket Mini Cooper S topping the list at the moment. This sale is always popular, not just because Barons rolls out complimentary sherry and mince pies but also because of the selection of cars usually consigned to the event, which has become a favourite among classic enthusiasts.  For further information, or to consign a car to this sale, email info@barons-auctions.com , visit www.barons-auctions.com or call  08454 30 60 60.
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  Wilmslow Gears Up For an Official Supercar Show This Saturday 18 Sep 2012 (News)
  C ar brands already signed up include: Porsche, Jaguar, Mercedes, Lamborghini, Audi, BMW, Mini, Revere, Rolls Royce, Bentley, McLaren, Maserati, Ferrari, Aston Martin and Range Rover Supporting sponsors include: Venn Digital, MacKenzie Marketing, Energie Fitness Clubs, Mail Boxes Etc Wilmslow, Artisan Market, Bang & Olufsen, Rites of Passage, Niche Event Hire, imagination2image, Pareto Law, Berry's Ltd, Compass Directory – Wilmslow, CW Shenton Farm Shop, The Talk of Manchester.
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  UK's Most Pothole Proof Cars Revealed 19 Dec 2011 (News)
    Top 10 most resilient manufacturers (Chance of pothole induced suspension damage in an average year)     Make Incident rate** 1 HONDA 1.4% 2 TOYOTA 1.5% 3 HYUNDAI 1.7% 4 NISSAN 2.0% 5 KIA 2.1% 6 MITSUBISHI 2.2% 7 MINI 3.0% 8 SUZUKI 3.1% 9 FORD 3.4% 10 MAZDA 3.4%   Top 10 least resilient manufacturers (Chance of pothole induced suspension damage in an average year)     Make Incident rate** 1 CHRYSLER 12.2% 2 SMART 10.6% 3 MERCEDES-BENZ 10.4% 4 LANDROVER 10.1% 5 JAGUAR 9.4% 6 SAAB 8.5% 7 FIAT 7.4% 8 BMW 6.8% 9 SEAT 6.6% 10 VAUXHALL 6.4% * Potholes.co.uk analysed c150,000 of Warranty Direct ’s policies over a three-year period.
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  Bidders brave the elements to be at Brooklands 7 Dec 2010 (News)
  With Historics having made a name for itself when it comes to selling Mokes – following the sale of three in its September auction - Lot 4, a 1966 Austin Mini Moke achieved the lofty price of £16,762. A 1984 Lamborghini Countach represented real appeal to fans of the 1980’s, thanks in no small part to its dazzling white paintwork and matching white leather interior, fetched a final sale price of £74,313.
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  Rare and Beautiful Bentley Coupe in 26th October Auction 22 Oct 2010 (News)
  Other notable British entries for October 26th include a splendid 1953 Austin Healey 100-4 (£34,000-£37,000), a concours-winning 1967 Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 FHC (£55,000-~£65,000), four XK150s (two FHCs, two roadsters), a 1935 Rolls-Royce 20-25 Limousine by Thrupp & Maberly (£28,500-£33,000), a 1934 Talbot 75 with Darracq Sports Saloon Coachwork (£34,000-£40,000), a 1999 Ford (GTD) GT40 replica £37500-£45,000 and a charming 1979 Mini 1000 in 'as new' original condition, which has covered just 16,000 miles from new (£5,500-£6,500). International style includes a stunning 1969 Chevrolet Camaro 427 show car (£26,000-£29,000), a very striking 1955 Oldsmobile 98-Rocket (£15,000-£18,000), plus a very rare and superbly presented 1967 Saab Sonett V4  (£10,000-£12,000).
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  Happy Birthday Ford Transit 30 Jul 2010 (News)
    The Ford Transit, the pioneer of the ubiquitous white van, has led the UK market ever since the year that Jim Clark won the Indianapolis 500 and F1 World Championship, Tom and Jerry and Thunderbirds made their TV debuts, the Sound of Music movie was released and Mary Quant invented the mini skirt. It's currently built at Ford's plant in Southampton, with engines from Dagenham and transmissions from Merseyside. Since its launch in 1965 more than six million Transits have been built at 22 factories across the world.
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  Motability New Year Deals 18 Jan 2010 (News)
  Available from 1 January 2010, highlights of the new Motability price list includes more best-selling cars available at the lowest possible prices such as the top selling Ford Focus 1.6TD Zetec with parking sensors, the stylish MINI One 1.4 and the popular seven-seater Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 Exclusiv all available with no advance payments. Motability's worry-free motoring package means customers exchange their higher rate mobility allowance for a brand new car every three years including insurance, servicing and maintenance and full RAC breakdown assistance.
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  Bargain Seat Ibiza sport coupe from £149+vat per month from www.Viatura.co.uk 2 Jul 2009 (News)
  www.viatura.co.uk/deals/index.php MINI Cooper 1.6 Diesel Only 104 g/km of CO2 so NO CONGESTION CHARGE From only £214.50 + VAT per month including TLC Servicing Option. 3+35 Contract Hire for Business or Private Users from Viatura Vehicle Management.
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  RENAULT LAUNCHES NEW WHEEL-IN KANGOO AT MOBILITY ROAD SHOW 2009 28 May 2009 (News)
  Register at www.mobilityroadshow.co.uk for your free tickets plus a chance to win a P&O mini-cruise for two. Come and see the latest innovations for a mobile lifestyle Test drive a fantastic variety of adapted and specialist vehicles,wheelchairs, powerchairs and scooters plus travel, leisure and home products Join in sports, demonstrations and activities for all the family The Mobility Roadshow has been meeting the nation's mobility needs for over 25 years More at www.mobilityroadshow.co.uk
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  A New Car for £10 a Week 24 Apr 2009 (News)
  And if the Picanto's five-door city-car style doesn't quite fit the bill then just £5,195 will open the driver's door to the super-mini Kia Rio, with its sprightly 1.4-litre petrol engine and full five-seat capability. Paul Philpott, Managing Director of Kia Motors (UK) Ltd., said: "Kia has fully committed itself, and its dealer network, to giving budget-conscious motorists the chance to enjoy the best technology for the lowest possible price.
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  Stock Mercedes E Class Estate deals from £297.99pm 12 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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  Dodge Avenger, Nitro & Caliber from only £98.88pm 22 Nov 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  New Mercedes CLC PCP deals from £313pm 4 Aug 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  PCPs from as little as £88.92 a Month 16 Jul 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  VW Golf Estate PCP Deals from £226.11 19 Jun 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  New Car PCP Deals from £74.72pm 10 Jun 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  Land Rover Freelander PCP Deals from £329.23 1 Jun 2008 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.