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  Jim Clark’s Lotus-Climax to star at Race Retro 13 Jan 2017 (News)
  The Type 33 will be the centrepiece of the Motor Sport Hall of Fame display at Race Retro – a display that will feature a wealth of stunning racing cars and motorcycles as well as heroes of rallying. Tickets are now on sale at www.raceretro.com
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  A Grand Monday: 1979 Volkswagen Passat (B1) project for £800 3 Oct 2016 (News)
  The headlining is clean (and still held up) but the dash has got some cracks in it – fairly common with this generation of cars. Jobs still left to do include repairing the driver’s side wing and driver’s door. According to the seller, ‘The other door’s not perfect but it is in repairable condition.’ We’re told the passenger side wing is solid, but also has a dent in.
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  For sale: old M6, 27 previous owners, £2bn OVNO 12 Feb 2016 (News)
  Despite that, the new owners have failed to stem the tide of losses and are now looking to recoup £1.9bn. At present it costs £5.50 for a car to use the road during a weekday, or £11 for an HGV. But despite the road stretching 27 miles from Coleshill to Cheslyn Hay, the distance driven makes no difference to the amount charged. Road users and campaigners have suggested various ways of improving the M6, from scrapping the toll altogether (an obvious improvement for drivers), to restructuring the charges to a ‘pay per mile’-type system, similar to those used across Europe.
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  Final tickets for CarFest 2015 to go on sale 29 Apr 2015 (News)
  New additions include: goalfest, stunt school, the beach (complete with deck chairs), a vintage village, plus many more surprises still to be announced. The car content has been revved up, too. Track stars this year will include everything from Batmobiles and beach buggies to historic F1 racers and the very latest supercars. But to join the party, festival-goers will need to move quickly by logging onto the official www.CarFest.org website tomorrow morning.
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  Lotus bargains 40 years on 1 Aug 2014 (News)
  Forty years ago this summer, Lotus announced a major change of direction with the unveiling of its all-new Elite – the most upmarket car the company had ever launched, and a far cry from previous lightweight offerings like the Seven and the original Elan .
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  Addison Lee Adopts Michelin Only Tyre Policy 24 Jun 2014 (News)
  Until recently Addison Lee used mid-range tyres on its 4,700 vehicles, but after testing Michelin tyres on eight cars, including a Ford Galaxy and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Fleet Manager Rob Daniels has implemented a full Michelin policy. Mr Daniels said: “We were getting at least eight per cent longer from the Michelins than any others – that’s a difference of 10,000 miles on our Galaxy and even more on the S-Class.
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  Jaguar Land Rover to open factory in Brazil 6 Dec 2013 (News)
  Jaguar Land Rover has announced the creation of a new production facility in Brazil. It will become the first British car manufacturer to set-up a facility there, and it follows a landmark agreement between the company and state authorities to build the new plant in the State of Rio de Janeiro. An agreement paving the way for construction of the plant has been signed by Phil Hodgkinson, Global Business Expansion Director of Jaguar Land Rover, and Sergio Cabral, State Governor of Rio de Janeiro.
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  Motability Customers Get New Perodua MYVIs For No Advance Payment 2 Oct 2012 (News)
  Perodua offers a choice of metallic or high gloss paint finishes at no extra cost and the door handles, door mirrors and bumpers are colour matched as standard. Inside, the Myvi has a surprising amount of head and leg room for a small car and can comfortably seat five adults or transport additional luggage when required by making use of the simple 60:40 split fold-flat rear seat system. Customers choosing to move further up the Myvi range can benefit from features such as a leather interior, alloy wheels and chrome door handles.
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  Jaguar XK150S Roadster Makes £70,000 at Historics Auction Today 26 May 2012 (News)
  .  The ambitiously estimated RHD 1959 Isetta 300 bubble car failed to sell at £8,750. An exquisite 52,000 mile 1962 Alfa 1300 Giulietta Spider sold for £38,080. More results including after sale settlements as they come in, as well as first entries for the next sale at Historics  
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  Motorsport Returns to Crystal Palace on 26/27 May 12 Mar 2012 (News)
  In addition to the on-track excitement, which will see a range of classic and modern racing cars compete for fastest time of the day, visitors will be able to enjoy a host of attractions away from the circuit. Diggerland and the London Karting Company are both new for 2012, the former offering a unique opportunity to take control of some heavy-duty construction equipment, while the latter gives youngsters the chance to race in special, child-friendly, electric karts.
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  KIA Sorento wins Total 4X4 accolade for second year in a row 16 Dec 2011 (News)
  Michael Cole, Managing Director of Kia Motors (UK) Ltd., said "From the day of its launch we knew that the latest Sorento continued the car's impressive record of delivering excellent go-anywhere ability coupled with on-road sophistication at a great value price. Sorento has been a long-time favourite in the Kia range and its popularity amongst a wide variety of customers - from those who want on-road towing security or all-weather ability to the more adventurous owner who needs to head away from the main roads.
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  Tracker Found £1,850,000 Stolen Vehicles in January 17 Mar 2011 (News)
  Without TRACKER devices installed,many of these vehicles would have been lost for good, highlighting their importancein the fight against car theft." Operated by all 52 police forces, TRACKER can inform the police of the initiallocation of the stolen vehicle who can then employ the precision of the VHF technology to track a stolen vehicle to its exact location.
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  Genuine Ford Parts Proven to be Better 29 Jan 2010 (News)
  Ford is also active in the fight against parts counterfeiters, helping to stamp out a racket which costs the industry £10 billion a year. "It is very scary to think what could happen if, for example, your car’s braking system was fitted with counterfeit parts," says Paul Muers, Ford Customer Service Division marketing manager.  "It's a risk if work isn't entrusted to a franchised dealer.  Going to a Ford dealer or Rapid Fit centre means only genuine parts are used.
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  Savings up to £6,375.50 on Pre-Reg Citroen C4 Picassos 21 Jan 2010 (News)
  All are UK supplied from a UK Main dealer with free delivery, Full Manufactures warranty and all UK Car Broker prices include 1yrs VED. Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6 16V Vti Vtr Plus 5Dr 2nd Keeper £14,392.65 £4,712.35 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6I Thp Vtr Plus 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £15,457.65 £5,147.35 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6I Thp Exclusive 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £16,735.65 £5,669.35 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6I Thp Exclusive Nav 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £17,282.35 £5,892.65 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6 16V Vti Vtr 5Dr 2nd Keeper £13,895.65 £4,509.35 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6Hdi 16V Vtr Plus 5Dr 2nd Keeper £15,471.55 £5,173.45 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6Hdi 16V Vtr Plus 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £15,825.10 £5,319.90 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6Hdi 16V Exclusive 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £17,103.10 £5,841.90 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 2.0Hdi 16V Vtr Plus 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £16,614.80 £5,630.19 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 2.0Hdi 16V Exclusive 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £17,892.80 £6,152.20 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6Hdi 16V Exclusive Nav 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper £17,649.80 £6,065.20 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 2.0Hdi 16V Exclusive Nav 5Dr Egs 2nd Keeper£18,439.50 £6,375.50 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Mpv 1.6Hdi 16V Vtr 5Dr 2nd Keeper £14,974.55 £4,970.44 www.ukcarbroker.co.uk now takes all Part exchanges.Simply complete the online part exchange section for a firm valuation.
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  New Mazda CX-7 2.2 Diesel to Debut at Frankfurt 14 Aug 2009 (News)
  Mazda CX-7 debuts as the first Japanese passenger car to have a diesel engine fitted with a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, which cuts NOx emissions by 40 percent.  This technology will be offered exclusively to European customers in the new diesel version of the new Mazda CX-7 sports crossover SUV, when it goes on sale in October this year.
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  Vintage Rolls Royces in Barons 28th July Auction 23 Jul 2009 (News)
  The sale also includes a good number of ‘starter classics’, ideal for those inspired by the sunny weather to embark on classic car ownership. These include a 1967 Morris Minor 1000 (£750-1,500), 1971 Triumph Herald 1300 Convertible (£2,000-3,000), 1971 Triumph Herald 1300 Convertible (£2,000-3,000), 1978 Triumph Dolomite Sprint (£2,750-3,500), a 1979 Subaru GL 1600 Coupé which has been restored by a Subaru employee, at Subaru Head Office in Birmingham and covered just 26,000 miles from new (£3,000-4,000) and a 1964 Renault Dauphine (£1,500-2,500).
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  Save Up To £7,742 on New Jaguars 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  www.uknewcars.com offers Market Leading Savings on new model new Jaguars JAGUAR XF 5.0 V8 Supercharged XFR 4dr Auto - (Saloon Petrol) MOTR: £59,900.00 OTR: £53,418.25 Saving: £6,481.75 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £33,899.99 OTR: £30,252.95 Saving: £3,647.04 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £41,500.00 OTR: £37,016.95 Saving: £4,483.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £37,500.00 OTR: £33,456.95 Saving: £4,043.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £36,900.00 OTR: £32,922.95 Saving: £3,977.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Portfolio 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £44,200.00 OTR: £39,419.95 Saving: £4,780.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Premium Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £40,500.01 OTR: £36,126.95 Saving: £4,373.06 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 Portfolio 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £70,900.00 OTR: £63,907.50 Saving: £6,992.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 Portfolio 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £64,900.00 OTR: £58,507.50 Saving: £6,392.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £65,900.00 OTR: £59,407.50 Saving: £6,492.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £59,900.00 OTR: £54,007.50 Saving: £5,892.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 Supercharged V8 R 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £78,400.00 OTR: £70,657.50 Saving: £7,742.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 Supercharged V8 R 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £72,400.00 OTR: £65,257.50 Saving: £7,142.50 If you wish to discuss the above offers with one of UK New Cars Jaguar specialists please phone 0845 241 2023 or email info@uknewcars.com
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  Motorpoint offers warranty on LDV vans 10 Jun 2009 (News)
  An additional warranty for a further year can also be purchased. Motorpoint made a similar offer in 2005 following the collapse of MG Rover. The car supermarket giant subsequently went on to sell over 2,000 MG Rovers, such as the City Rover at £3,999, to customers across Europe. Says David Shelton, Managing Director of Motorpoint: "It is a tragedy that LDV has gone into administration, especially after all the effort that had gone into trying to save the company.
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  Up to 25% Off New Peugeots via Drivethedeal 19 Jan 2009 (News)
  With savings of around 20% off much of the range these deals are too good to miss. They are strictly for cars ordered and delivered in January 2009. Discounts of up to 22% are available off the popular 107 range. Peugeot 107 1.0 Urban Lite 3dr £6,024 Saving £1,571 (22%) Peugeot 107 1.0 Verve 3dr £7,163 Saving £1,482 (18%) Peugeot 206 1.4 HDi Look 3dr £8,162 Saving £2,133 (22%) Peugeot 207 1.6 HDi S 3dr £9,890 Saving £2,555 (21.25%) Peugeot 207 1.6 HDi 110 Sport 5dr £11,712 Saving £2,754 (20%) Peugeot 207 1.4 S 3dr £7,999 Saving £2,341 (23.75%) Peugeot 207 1.4 VTi 95 S 5dr A/C £9,395 Saving £2,496 (22%) Peugeot 207 1.4 VTi 95 Sport 5dr £10,025 Saving £2,566 (21%) Peugeot 207 Coupe Cabriolet 1.6 16V Elle 2dr £15,953 Saving £2,776 (15.5%) Peugeot 207 Coupe Cabriolet 1.6 16V Sport 2dr £14,116 Saving £1,614 (10%) Peugeot 308 1.6 HDi 90 Sport 5dr £13,214 Saving £3,531 (21.5%) Peugeot 308 1.4 VTi Sport 5dr £12,035 Saving £3,395 (22.75%) Peugeot 308 1.6 VTi SE 5dr £13,091 Saving £3,838 (23.25%) Peugeot 308 1.6 VTi Sport 5dr £12,485 Saving £3,445 (22.25%) Peugeot 4007 2.2 HDi SE £19,195 Saving £3,805 (17%) Peugeot 807 2.0 HDi 136 SE £18,023 Saving £5,877 (25%) These deals and many more at www.drivethedeal.com
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  Amazing £5,703 Off Mondeos 8 Nov 2008 (News)
  These discounts are the biggest Ford discounts they have ever offered. They are for set cars in stock only, and once they are sold, they are sold. So buy now to avoid missing out. Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec 5dr £10,922 Saving £5156 (32%) Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi Zetec 5dr [110] [DPF] £12,239 Saving £5406 (32%) Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi Titanium 5dr [110] [DPF] £12730 Saving £5665 (31%) Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr £13,257 Saving £5834 (30%) Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr [DPF] PowerShift £14,367 Saving £6,210 (30%) Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr £17220 Saving £3603 (17%) Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr £18190 Saving £4633 (20%) Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr £16358 Saving £5520 (25%) Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr £16995 Saving £6382 (27.5%) Ford S-Max 2.2 TDCi Titanium Individual 5dr £22757 Saving £5661 (20%) Ford C-Max 1.6 TDCi Zetec 5dr £11712 Saving £5379 (32%) Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr £14519 Saving £5259 (27%) Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr £15325 Saving £5703 (27%) Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi Ghia 5dr £17446 Saving £8432 (33%) Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi Ghia 5dr Auto [140] £18366 Saving £8734 (32.5%) These deals and many more at www.drivethedeal.com