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The MoT Files: When does a car become a classic? 27 Feb 2019 (News)
The first model with more than 1000 tests under its belt is the Porsche 911 (72.5% pass rate) Of course, cars that more than 40 years old are no longer required to have an MoT test - although as our data shows there are still plenty of conscientious classic owners getting a professional to check their car is still roadworthy. -
Report: Historics classic car auction, Brooklands, 1 June 4 Jun 2013 (News)
Historics’ June sale at the Brooklands Museum attracted competitive bidding, especially on the classic sports cars as buyers were spurred on by what appeared to be the beginnings of the English summer. It turned in some great figures, too, with 72% of 110 cars sold for a total of £1.58m. The strong interest in sports cars was typified by the 1961 Lenham-Healey Six. -
Mileage and Status Separate Best Auction Prices From the Rest. 26 Oct 2011 (News)
Audis still seem to command a considerable premium for status. So £11,600 paid for a 49k mile 3 year old is to be expected. But £16,900 for a 41k mile 3 year old A4 B8 2.0FSI quattro wasn’t. It obviously had to be an order from someone wanting to prepare for winter. So, lucky for them the car needed a new set of tyres. -
Bang on Book at Auction Today 3 May 2002 (News)
But the bidding started at £4,500 and soon shot past my £5k limit, with someone's £5,350 securing the car. No profit in that one, then. I thought the old E36 318Ti Compacts would be slipping a bit by now. So I thought six, maybe six-five for a metallic blue 99T with 38,000 miles, no alloys and a few scratches. -
Brits buying used cars in record numbers 13 Dec 2008 (News)
Brits are buying more used cars than ever before according to new figures from Motorpoint. The latest data from the car supermarket chain shows demand for used cars has reached its highest level in the 10 year history of the company, which sells some 35,000 cars a year. -
Spotted in the classifieds: First cars below £1000 23 Nov 2011 (News)
Its weakest point is its susceptibility to problems caused by dirty oil, so a good service history will most likely point to a reliable car. The only other weak point is the throttle body, which can get dirty if the car is never warmed up, so be wary of extremely low mileage models. Besides that the Micra is a fairly sensible first car choice, but as with all cheap used cars, look out for rust, wear and tear and damage. £1000 will get you 70,000 mile, 2002 model with a reasonable trim level, tax and MOT. -
Endurance Rally Association shows the way ahead 15 Apr 2015 (News)
Fred Gallagher and the rest of the ERA team will be on-hand throughout the forthcoming Flying Scotsman and look forward to meeting as many old and new friends as possible. Fred added, 'Philip was a visionary and an innovator, a real ideas man. His spirit of adventure is the backbone of the ERA events and what inspired not only his team but the whole historic rally movement. -
A Grand Monday: BMW 316i Touring 1 Dec 2014 (News)
There’s plenty to like about this example – no rust, long MoT, clean inside and out. Best of all it comes with plenty of paperwork, including all its old MoTs. With 127k on the clock, we’d want to be sure that the engine has been well looked after with regular service intervals. That 1.6-litre produces 102bhp and unlike many other BMWs, uses a traditional cambelt. -
New insurance saving tech from TomTom 8 Feb 2012 (News)
The new ‘Fair Pay Insurance’ system rewards good driving with lower premiums. Unlike the Young Marmalade scheme, it is aimed at all drivers, young and old, and, rather than basing the price of insurance on gender, age or postcode the system uses technology, in the form of a special TomTom PRO 3100 sat nav unit, to measure your driving, picking up on things like hard braking, excessive speed and cornering too quickly. -
Your favourite classic cars revealed 3 Sep 2015 (News)
You can now download stunning wallpapers of your favourite classic cars from Britain, Germany, Italy and Japan. Each poster evokes the design philosophy of the nation, harking back to the era that these classic cars were born. And each of these beautifully retro posters are available for free. -
Hidden Heroes: Ford Escort RS2000 16v 7 Jun 2019 (News)
It felt quite special from the cabin, too, with chunky Recaro sports seats and white dials hinting at the fact this was much more than just a normal Escort. Yet from the outside, the RS2000 wasn’t as brash or in-yer-face as fast Fords of old. At the time of its launch, Britain was in the middle of a car crime epidemic, and hot Escorts and Astras were the nation’s most commonly stolen cars thanks to a combination of decent handling and performance coupled to rudimentary security. The RS2000 hid its light under a bushel. -
Up to £5,870 Off Under Vauxhall's Scrappage Scheme 9 May 2009 (News)
’ The £2000 Government Scrappage Allowance towards a new car or commercial is offered on condition that the traded-in vehicle has been registered on or before August 31, 1999, and has been registered in the name of the new car buyer for at least one year. The registration document must also show the current name and address of the new car buyer. -
Audi TT for £11,900 at Auction Today 25 Sep 2002 (News)
A 48,000 miles unwarranted 92J but genuine looking BMW 318iS coupe ran to all of £3,750 (not bad for a 10 year old car). And the reserve was all wrong for a 1,500 mile 2001/51 reg FIAT Seicento 1.1S, apparently ‘sold’ for £5,050, which is £100 more than FIAT is advertising new ones for. But the tide seems to be turning. -
Very Successful Classic Auction Today 3 Dec 2001 (News)
Yet the car-park was crowded and bidding was very strong indeed, particularly for a retirement-project 1934 Morris 10/6 Special. It's hard to imagine anyone relishing the thought of embarking on the lengthy restoration of a rare but fairly mundane old car in the middle of winter. -
Historic competition Camaro set for Race Retro sale 16 Jan 2017 (News)
As well as racing history, the car has had just two owners in its life. ‘Rarely do competition cars with this history and provenance come to market,’ explains Adam Rutter, specialist car consignor, Silverstone Auctions, who has given the car a pre-sale estimate of £65,000 to £75,000. -
Glass's Appeals For Scrappage Scheme to Continue 4 Aug 2009 (News)
” Glass’s says dealers throughout the UK want the duration of the Scheme to be extended, and the definition of what constitutes a 10-year-old car to be broadened to cover those vehicles registered on or before 28 February 2000 (V-plate). The company says there is a strong case for the Scheme to apply to vehicles that have no MOT, provided they meet the age criteria. -
Sir Jack Brabham dies aged 88 21 May 2014 (News)
In an era littered with brilliant drivers, such as Sir Stirling Moss, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart and Graham Hill, he carved a highly successful career that bagged the championship in 1959, 1960 and 1966. The cars that bore his name remained in Formula 1 until 1992, with its final constructor's championship being taken by Nelson Piquet in 1983. In 1966, when he won his third and final Formula 1 World Driver's Championship, it was in a car he designed and built himself. -
Ask HJ: What’s trending October 2012? 25 Oct 2012 (News)
As the nights draw in and winter approaches it seems some car owners are preparing for the ice and snow. October’s trending topics include maintenance and servicing, winter tyres and 4x4s. That’s good news – ensuring your car is in good working order as weather conditions worsen is certainly a sensible idea. -
MINI Celebrates 50 Years of Production 9 May 2009 (News)
Fifty years ago today, the first Mini rolled off the production line at Cowley, now called Plant Oxford. For the first time in half a century that very car is returning to its birthplace for a celebration of 50 years of production. The Mini Minor, finished in Old English White and carrying the registration number 621 AOK, is at Plant Oxford for the day to mark its birthday in style. -
Cooper S Just £9,700 at Auction Today 29 Jun 2005 (News)
And a 77k mile 2002/51 reg Galaxy TD90 LX, just right for the holidays, sold for £7,100. Basically, if you’re out in the market right now looking for a car, you aren’t the only one. Next Top Car sales at BCA Blackbushe on Mondays 11th and 25th July. As always the best way to look for a specific car coming up at auction or to pre-check a day’s sale is to visit
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