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  Ex-Elton John Ferrari Daytona heads to Silverstone sale 6 Jul 2017 (News)
  A 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona once owned by musician Sir Elton John is heading to auction. This matching numbers example is one of 158 genuine right-hand drive vehicles supplied, finished in Rosso Chiaro with a black interior as per the manufacturer's specification. Owned by the singer-songwriter between 1973 and 1975, the car has since passed through the hands of members of the Ferrari Owners’ Club.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 16 Mar 2017 (News)
  Cut the cost of your daily drive with the latest money-saving deals and discounts.
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  Suzuki S-Cross buyers get £500 towards fuel costs 3 Mar 2016 (News)
  The S-Cross currently costs from £13,999 and is available 1.6-litre petrol or diesel engines, in both front- and all-wheel drive, with the option of manual or automatic transmissions. All models come with electric windows, cruise control and air conditioning.   Full terms and conditions for the offer can be found on the Suzuki website by clicking here .
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  Mercedes 540K makes £7.6m at auction 5 Feb 2016 (News)
  The elegant Special Roadster, chassis number 130894, was one of very few built in the most desirable configuration of high doors, long tail and left-hand drive. An original US-delivery car with known history from new, it was offered in Phoenix in restored condition with 10,277 miles on the clock after 26 years in single ownership.
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  Russ Swift’s Montego makes £2500 at auction 26 Jan 2016 (News)
  Coming from a private collection, it had two leather Montego key fobs (still in their bags), a number of previous MOT certificates, owner’s handbook pack, and a Haynes manual. It came with a number of rare (and hard to get hold of) MG Montego Driving Display team documents featuring Russ Swift himself. There was also a DVD of Russ Swift's life in motorsport and with the MG Montego team.
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  Endurance Rally Association founder dies 15 Mar 2015 (News)
  A superb ambassador for the historic rally movement, Philip was a larger-than-life character who pushed motorsport boundaries, organising marathon and endurance rallies all over the globe. A founder of the Historic Rally Car Register, Philip set a world record for driving from Cape Town to London in ten-and-a-half days, and is best known for one of his greatest achievements – the revival of the Peking to Paris Motor Challenge, one of the world’s most epic motoring adventures.
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  Goodwood Revival: Latest stories 13 Sep 2013 (News)
  Here are the stories: Goodwood Revival: Friday gallery Goodwood Revival: Saturday gallery Video: Kenny Brack's amazing GT40 drive in the wet Gallery: Goodwood Revival pre-1972 car park Video: Bonhams' Alfa Romeo breaks records at the Revival Aston Martin scores shock victory in the Revival TT race Report: Goodwood Revival Meeting, West Sussex, 13-15 September    
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  Nissan GT-R and Juke paired in unlikely one-off 4 Oct 2011 (News)
  That means the new Juke-R is powered by a 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V6, which has been shoehorned under the bonnet and linked to a six-speed transaxle and a four-wheel drive system. The body has been beefed up and widened, with the chunkier wheel arches surrounding massive 20-inch wheels. The super-crossover look is finished with a split rear spoiler. The Juke-R is road-legal, but it’s a one off and won’t be on sale as a production model.
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  Colour me unhappy 3 Oct 2011 (News)
  Manheim auctions conducted a survey which reveals that most people – 31% of males and 30% of females - want black cars, but only 14% if men and 12% of women actually drive a black car. Silver was rated as the second most popular colour, and in most areas is the most common colour for cars to be painted. The second most common colour in which cars are painted is blue.
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  Vauxhall introduces flexible finance 20 Jul 2011 (News)
  “We are delighted to introduce this highly competitive finance offer,” said Peter Hope, Vauxhall’s Marketing Director.  “Flexible Finance allows buyers to drive away a new Vauxhall on a bespoke, flexible monthly payment programme of their choice with the knowledge that they’ve bought the best car to suit their budget.”
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  As many as 68% of cars have underinflated tyres 23 Jun 2011 (News)
  Cars with underinflated tyres suffered from poorer handling and braking performance than those with the correct pressure. Additionally, fuel economy is decreased when driving on underinflated tyres. Overcompensating for low pressures is also a problem, with 14% of cars being driven with at least one overinflated tyre. Overinflated tyres wear unevenly and more quickly.
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  TOYOTA AT THE 2009 GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED 19 Mar 2009 (News)
  Further details of the cars that will be in action and the sporting heroes that will be driving them will be announced soon.
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  Ashes to Ashes sees quattro rise from flames 5 Feb 2008 (News)
  In the show, which is set in the 1980s and is a follow-up to Life on Mars, the vehicle is featured heavily and is used by character DCI Gene Hunt. However, the version is a replica and there is actually one authentic right-hand drive quattro in existence at a secret location. According to the company, it would be "worth an unlimited sum to an enthusiast Audi collector". "Whenever we have exhibited it, we have received a succession of surprisingly high offers, but sadly this particular car, the quattro that started it all for the company in the early eighties, will never be for sale," commented director of Audi UK Jeremy Hicks.
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  Drivers' tyres 'could deflate in winter weather' 10 Jan 2008 (News)
  As a result, the firm comments that it is a good idea for motorists to keep an eye on the pressure of their tyres, adding that they could check each time they pick up petrol. "Many motorists could be driving around on rubber that has become severely underinflated," commented the company in a statement. This comes as Kumho has told drivers that it would be unsafe to assume that tyres used over the summer would be as safe to use during the winter.
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  Turbo X prices announced by Saab 1 Nov 2007 (News)
  For the money, they will get to experience the "revolutionary" new XWD all-wheel drive system as well as a higher level of control and involvement. Jonathan Nash, Saab managing director in the UK, is looking forward to the model's motor show debut this month. He said: "MPH is one of the high points of the automotive calendar and so it is fitting that we chose it for the debut of the Turbo X, which will undoubtedly be one of the talking points of the show.
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  VW offers support for Tyre Safety Month 1 Oct 2007 (News)
  "VW dealers join hundreds of tyre retailers and garages up and down the country supporting the TyreSafe initiative, designed to outline the dangers of driving with severely under inflated and defective tyres," it stated. This news comes as the company has announced it will be recalling in excess of 300,000 vehicles in the US due to a safety problem.
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  Teaser image keeps fans waiting on Impreza WRX 25 Sep 2007 (News)
  The automotive industry was saddened to learn of the death of rally driver Colin McRae, who died this month aged 39. Famed for driving a Subaru Impreza, the Scottish motorist was a former World Rally Championship winner.
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  New Yaris 1.3 T-Spirit Only £9,495 14 Mar 2007 (News)
  Supplied by Toyota UK, including 3 years Toyota UK warranty, RAC cover and 12 months VED ('road tax'). An all inclusive drive away price of only £9,495 means a huge saving of over £1800 on the list price. Autofinders Ltd is a proud member of the Retail Motor Industry Federation, and offer a 100% safe and secure purchasing process.
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  Daewoo Matiz Chrismas Offer: £5,995 18 Dec 2002 (News)
  Every Matiz comes with GM Daewoo’s Peace of Mind package of 3-years free servicing, 3-year warranty and 3-years AA roadside assistance cover. You can also take an Institute of Advanced Motorists driving course free of charge (most Daewoo buyers do). The model on offer has twin airbags, power assisted steering, stereo radio/cassette player and a 60/40 split folding rear seat all fitted as standard.
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  Old-Shape Renault Espaces at £4,750 Off 18 Nov 2002 (News)
  www.showroom4cars.com is offering £4,756 off 2002 Renault Espace 2.2 dCi The Race models, in metallic sliver, red or blue. (2003 model Renault Espaces are already available to test drive at Renault dealers, with deliveries arriving in January, but the new, all steel model is nothing like as economical as much lighter, composite bodied old model.) Only limited stocks are available, for immediate delivery, priced at £18,499 On The Road.