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  Fuel price round-up 12 Jun 2017 (News)
  See how much your fuel is costing you here . Fuel prices are of even more importance since it was revelealed that only one in 10 cars hits its advertised mpg . Misleading fuel economy figures can add more than £1000 to the long-term running costs of some of the UK's best-selling cars.
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  Outstanding 1967 Porsche 911S in Historics Ascot Auction 22 Apr 2017 (News)
  Another highly desirable, much sought after Porsche is this LHD 1963 356b imported to the UK from Oklahoma in 2013, then painstakingly restored by the vendor. The engine was rebuilt by Chris Turner Porsche in London at a cost of £6,926, a replacement transmission was fitted and the fastidious vendor kept all receipts for inspection.
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  Classic Mini ‘reborn’ for modern day driving 6 Apr 2017 (News)
  Company founder David Brown said the new model offered modern comfort and luxury while remaining true to the original. He said, ‘It’s been important to remain true to Alec Issigonis’ wonderful original concept, yet bring it into the 21st Century in our own way’ Brown added, ‘The car will have all of the style and feel of a classic with modern dynamics.
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  'Driver mode' could soon auto-disable your phone 24 Nov 2016 (News)
  According to the NHTSA’s report, ten per cent of America’s 35,092 traffic fatalities in 2015 involved one or more distracted drivers, while the previous year saw 424,000 people injured in “distraction-affected” collisions. “…the agency believes that an important way to help mitigate the real-world risk posed by driver distraction from portable devices is for these devices to have limited functionality and simplified interfaces when they are used by drivers while driving,” says the report.
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  A Grand Monday: BMW 3-series Touring £850 7 Mar 2016 (News)
  In addition, a new MoT suggests it doesn’t suffer from the extensive structural corrosion that has been known to blight quite a few E36s, while a quick online check of the car’s MoT history highlighted nothing alarming in its past – certainly, the all-important structural condition has never been a concern for the MoT tester. The current test has no advisories. We’d check the rear arches and sills carefully as the owner has openly mentioned that there are some rust bubbles present, but if this is nothing more than light surface corrosion it can be nipped in the bud.
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  Ferrari sets new world record for classic car sold at auction 8 Feb 2016 (News)
  The American architect sold it to Pierre Bardinon, the astute collector who over the years assembled some 50 factory Ferraris comprising the most successful and iconic models in the history of the marque. Based near Aubusson, his collection is considered to be one of the most important, in terms of Ferrari. Kept as part Pierre Bardinon’s private collection for over 40 years, the car has been used and maintained regularly and was presented in excellent condition.
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  Classic car insurance broker launches ‘future classic’ investment guide 27 Nov 2015 (News)
  Hatlapa says of future classics, 'You can collect whatever you like, as long as you bear one additional important principle in mind: condition. You can even collect a mass market car like the VW Golf Mk I, or the Mercedes-Benz W126 – if you bring it to as new or better than new condition you have something valuable.'
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  Learn How to Buy and Sell Classic Cars at Auction 22 May 2015 (News)
  Historics’ auction director, Edward Bridger-Stille, commented:  “With so many cars offered from auction houses around the county, Historics feels it is important that we arm customers with as much knowledge and experience as possible, not just on paper but face to face. After all, the entire classic car movement is based, fundamentally, on enjoyment and if we can assist buyers make the correct choices, whether here or elsewhere, then we have succeeded in giving a little something back.” Purchase of the Historics June 6 th auction catalogue on the door on June 4th and 5 th , will entitle two persons to attend a seminar, on a first-come basis, at either 11am or 6pm on Friday 5 th .
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  Classic car rally hopes to raise £150,000 for charity 19 May 2015 (News)
  ‘This is the perfect way to give pleasure to onlookers and participants while raising vital support and awareness for HopeHIV. I’m proud to help our enthusiasm for old cars being used to benefit such an important cause.’ Phil Wall, on behalf of the charity HopeHIV, said, ‘We at HopeHIV are so grateful to all who have confirmed their attendance so far at The Hope Classic Rally.
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  Four Million Euro 300SLs in Bonham's Mercedes-Benz Auction 11 Mar 2015 (News)
  .  Several changes were made to improve the 300 SL's usability. As aerodynamics played an important role in the car's speed, the Mercedes-Benz engineers would place horizontal 'eyebrows' over the wheel openings to reduce drag. With fully independent suspension, a close-ratio gearbox with straight cut gears, and the first direct fuel injection system with fourstroke engine ever offered in a production automobile, the 300 SL was a technological tour-de-force.
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  A Grand Monday: MGF 13 Oct 2014 (News)
  At the same time, a four-wheel alignment was done and the tracking set. Plus the car still has both its keys and central-locking remotes. The all-important roof is (overall) in good condition and every year has been treated with a water repellent. That said, there are two small tears in the hood where the frame catches when opening. These have been repaired and don’t leak.
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  Focus On: Burton Motors 21 Aug 2014 (News)
  Selling a car without a service record can knock a lot off its value – but if your garage has everything on file and available to be copied then you don’t need to worry about the odd lost receipt or invoice. Julie explained to us that she thinks it’s important to look out for more vulnerable people, such as older car owners or those who don’t understand the technical ins and outs of their vehicles. As a result, Burton Motors sees a lot of business from female drivers who have been ripped off elsewhere.
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  Haynes launches Volkswagen T2 Bay Window Restoration Manual 7 May 2014 (News)
  Today, the ‘Bay’ provides a rare opportunity to own a classic vehicle which is practical, versatile and, if looked after, will hold its value. Even the poorest, rustiest example of the ‘Bay’ can fetch significant money and, as imports from drier countries continue to appear on British roads, so the case for restoring one of these hugely popular vehicles becomes increasingly attractive. Using the trusted Haynes Manual step-by-step approach, this all-colour manual follows the complete restoration of a Devon camper from beginning to end, and provides expert advice on the problems likely to be encountered when working on vehicles that have seen over 35 years of use and, in Britain, as many years of rain, salt and mud.
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  A Grand Monday: Montego 2.0 GSi 3 Mar 2014 (News)
  In classic terms, though, the Montego scores pretty well - it has a strong following, and plenty of 'my dad had one of those' appeal... which as we all know, is vitally important. It's also in the endangered list, as our How Many Survived data (links below) proves. So, this post-facellift de-Austin'd Montego 2.0GSi is looking good for your classic coin. It's stiffly priced - for a Montego - and, but you can't argue with the facts.
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  Bonhams announces new auction at the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart 1 Mar 2014 (News)
  Michael Bock, Head of Mercedes-Benz Classic added: 'We share an idea with Bonhams: Both of us stand for unique and authentic vehicles. We regard classic vehicles as a key heritage for society. And valuing authenticity plays an important role in this. For this reason, we are delighted that the prestigious auction house Bonhams will offer a range of inimitable classic cars of Benz, Mercedes and Mercedes-Benz, but will not be offering any vehicles from its own collection.'
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  Graham Hill's Lotus 49 to sell at Goodwood Festival of Speed 24 Feb 2014 (News)
  Campaigned to the end of 1972 by South African drivers Piet de Klerk and Mayer Botha, ‘R8’ was eventually acquired in damaged condition by Australian resident and British Lotus enthusiast, the Hon. John Dawson-Damer. He painstakingly restored this important Formula 1 car to race-worthy condition and it is today the last of his renowned, eight-strong, Dawson-Damer Lotus Collection – six of which were sold by Bonhams in Sydney in 2008. James Knight, Bonhams group motoring director, said: 'This car, chassis ‘R8’, was Graham Hill’s – it was also raced by that wonderful driver Richard Attwood to set fastest lap at Monaco in 1969, and private owner Dave Charlton drove it to become South African national Champion.
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  Hyundai boss goes back to the shop floor on Channel 4's Undercover Boss 15 Jul 2013 (News)
  As well as going undercover at a dealership, Ray spends time working at the company's largest operation, Tilbury docks. However, while Ray was amazed to see Hyundai import 2500 cars a week, he was shocked to find that dozens of cars go missing - albeit temporalily.  In a statement, Hyundai UK said: "The Hyundai business has almost tripled in the last five years and at the end of 2012 we became one of the top ten car manufacturers in the UK.
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  EuroNCAP results: a bunch of fives 28 Nov 2012 (News)
  The latest round of 15 EuroNCAP tests - including important new cars such as the Volkswagen Golf Mk7, Ford Fiesta and Mercedes-Benz A-Class - produces 14 five-star cars.
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  Cherished Reg Top Lot in Barons April Classic Car Auction 29 Mar 2012 (News)
  . Another rally car from the BMC stable is an MGC GT, which has good historic rally history and the all-important FIA papers. This rarity offers good value at £5000 - £7000. A very pretty Ferrari 308GTB has just emerged from a long period of storage and will require an MoT and some re-commissioning before use, but it offers outstanding value at £13,000 - £15000.
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  Mazda MX-5 GT to Take on Supercars in British GT Championship 22 Mar 2012 (News)
  .  The MX-5 GT4 demonstrates high levels of stability under all loads making the car easy and fun to drive, an important feature for the longer endurance races. Last season the Mazda MX-5 GT demonstrated its strengths in endurance racing, while it is not as powerful as rivals it uses less fuel and is easier on tyres.  This translates to less time in the pits and more time on the track which is a winning formula.