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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.
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  New Ford Focus ST to Star in The Sweeney 15 Mar 2012 (News)
  Director and co-writer, Nick Love, whose prior films include 'The Football Factory' and 'The Firm', said: "It was important for me to collaborate with Ford on The Sweeney as their legacy with the original TV show is so strong - they're the perfect partner. I like the Ford Focus ST so much, I want one!" Ford's strong link with the 1970s Sweeney TV series saw Regan, Carter and their Flying Squad colleagues using a string of Ford Granada, Consul GT and Cortina models to make the streets of London a safer place.
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  Hyundai i10 Blue Down to £7,299 From Motorpoint 8 Jul 2011 (News)
  Says Managing Director of Motorpoint, David Shelton: “Petrol is getting increasingly expensive these days and the environment is becoming a greater concern. That is why it is so important we strive to save our customers money by offering these incredibly efficient cars at an affordable price. These Hyundais are also really cheap to run. Everything about them is geared to making them eco-friendly – including the tyres.”
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  New Range Rover Evoque starts production 5 Jul 2011 (News)
  The new Range Rover Evoque passed an important milestone today when the first production vehicle was driven off the line at Land Rover’s Halewood manufacturing plant in Liverpool. Jaguar Land Rover's CEO, Ralf Speth together with JLR executive officers, union representatives and employees, gathered to celebrate the start of new Range Rover Evoque production.
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  SEAT to Build Audi Q3 22 Mar 2011 (News)
  He also highlighted the opportunity the announcement offers for young people in the region, saying: ‘We offer the chance to get further qualifications as well as the prospect of working for SEAT, one of the most important and attractive job creators in the country, on the basis of a long-term contract.’ Minister Mena thanked SEAT and the Volkswagen Group for their ongoing commitment to Catalonia, demonstrated most recently with the decision to produce the Audi Q3 at Martorell.
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  Barons December 7th Classic Auction Still On 3 Dec 2010 (News)
  Snow or no snow, Barons' Yuletide sale is set to be a Christmas cracker In spite of the adverse weather that the UK has endured in recent days, it's business as usual for Barons, whose Yuletide Sale of classic and collectors' cars at Sandown Park next Tuesday (December 7th) is packed with highly desirable collectable cars of all shapes and sizes. And, to make sure that vendors can get those all-important lots to the saleroom, Barons will accept car deliveries at Sandown Park this Sunday (December 5th), as well as Monday, giving owners the extra time that they might final invaluable. "Whilst a layer of snow gives a very festive atmosphere to a Yuletide sale, it can, of course, prove a hindrance to those wishing to deliver cars to the saleroom.
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  Which Car Parts Wear Out First? 9 Nov 2010 (News)
    “The statistics highlight the importance of checking the small print on longer term new car warranties and after-market policies,” says Duncan McClure Fisher of Warranty Direct. “Those with ‘wear and tear’ exclusions mean the consumer is left to foot the bill for worn out parts.
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  BCA Opens New Auction Centre near Barcelona 7 Nov 2009 (News)
  BCA has officially opened its fourth centre in Spain, located in Bellvei on the outskirts of Barcelona and serving the strategically important Catalan region.    The new centre will draw business from a large area and complements BCA’s existing remarketing centres located in Azuqueca de Henares (Guadalajara, near Madrid), La Luisiana (Seville) and Alicante.
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  Unipart Joins Motor Codes 23 Jun 2009 (News)
  Speaking about why Unipart chose to support the Motor Industry Code, Wendy Williamson, Marketing Director of Unipart Automotive, said: “It is more important than ever for independent garages to show they are willing and able to sign up to a code of practice on their own accord. Consumer trust is a real challenge in our industry so we were really pleased when we heard about the introduction of the Motor Industry Code of Practice last year.
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  Records Broken at Santa Pod Last Weekend 2 Jun 2009 (News)
  Not only did many racers manage to pip their personal bests, but also, numerous FIA records were dispatched with scant regard for their importance. In Top Methanol dragster, Dave Wilson piloted his car to a new lowest elapsed time of just 5.304 seconds, whilst Fred Hanssen reached an unprecedented terminal speed of 266.47 mph.