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Top 10: Triumph sports cars 19 Sep 2014 (News)
But it was with the launch of the inaugural Triumph TR in 1953 that the marque’s sporting presence really began to grow, leading to an entire family of TR models, joined from the 1960s by the smaller, more affordable Spitfire. Throw into the mix the six-cylinder GT6 and V8-engined Stag that arrived later the same decade and you’ve got a back catalogue of sporting Triumph machinery that few other manufacturers can match. -
Best and worst: Car manufacturer websites 4 Nov 2013 (News)
If you’re searching for a new or used car then you’ll eventually end up on a car manufacturer’s website and depending on which manufacturer it is you’ll find it a smooth, easy experience or a huge pain. Industry experts at Auto Retail Network have analysed all of the leading car maker websites and scored them based on usability, functionality and compatibility. We’ve checked through the report to find the highest and lowest rated manufacturer websites according to the report. -
Which? launches car fault report tool 24 Jul 2013 (News)
That means all car owners can submit problems they have suffered, building a list of common faults to bring to the attention of the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA). The hope is that particularly dangerous problems will lead to a recall for free-of-charge repair. If you have suffered a fault or issue with your car which affected safety, like for instance a steering problem, an electrical problem, a brake issue or a fire then you can fill the fields in on the Which? -
11-plate savings from Autofinder 18 Apr 2011 (News)
w ww.autofinders.co.uk a selection of new cars, including the popular Skoda Yeti , in stock with reduced prices and no lead times. All cars are brand new 11-plate vehicles supplied by franchised uk main dealers, complete with full manufacturers UK warranty, breakdown cover and road tax. Skoda Yeti 2.0 Tdi 140 BHP 4x4 Elegance. £21,995 on the road. -
Comparecontracthire.com's round up of £20K cars for £250 per month 21 Apr 2010 (News)
Latest comparison from business contract hire website comparecontracthire.com show that it's possible to get a £20,000 car on contract hire for around £250 per month. The site brings together contract hire prices together from leading finance suppliers for small and medium-size companies. Makes and models available at the moment: All rates are on contract hire on a three year 10,000 mile per annum agreement without maintenance Payment profile is 3 months deposit followed by 35 equal monthly payments of the above rate. -
Mondeo Ghia TDCI 155 Just £16,667 15 Oct 2004 (News)
www.new-car-discount.com has these new deals on UK supplied and warranted Mondeo TDCI 155s and ST220s:- Mondeo ST TDCI 155 5dr £16,999 OTR save £4,831 Mondeo Ghia X 2.2 TDCi 155 5dr £16,667 save £5,363 Mondoe Ghia X 2.2 TDCI Estate £17,427 save £5,603 Mondeo ST220 3.0 V6 5dr £18,154 save £5,426 (new lower price) TDCI 155s available for delivery within 2 weeks in selected colours. Longer lead time on ST220 petrol. For these an more offers visit www.new-car-discount.com or telephone 08703 500144 -
Up to £2k off in Citroen's January Deal 5 Jan 2003 (News)
Saxos come with I years insurance from £5,795 C3s start at £7,495 New shape Berlingo Multispaces start at £8,295 Xsaras start at £9,495, with a 0% finance deal Picassos start at £10,995 C5s start at £12,695 with a 0% finance deal Obviously dealers and brokers will be adding their discounts too and though the cars are a little bit dearer than over the last three months they still represent industry leading deals. More at www.citroen.co.uk -
Bradley Smith to Challenge Jenson Button in Mazda Triathlon 22 Jul 2009 (News)
Smith challenged Button after they met at Silverstone during the British Grand Prix where Smith, in recognition of his achievement of being the first British rider in three decades to lead any MotoGP World Championship, was attending as a guest of Bernie Ecclestone. Button's father, John Button, is a keen follower of Moto GP and began talking with Smith leading to the meeting of the Formula One and Moto GP drivers. -
E-type leads the way at Barons' Yuletide sale 10 Dec 2015 (News)
A red 1961 Jaguar E-type S1 could make £120,000 when it goes under the hammer at Barons’ Yuletide sale. -
British classics lead the way at NEC Classic Motor Show auction 16 Nov 2014 (News)
British classics dominated day one of the Silverstone Auctions NEC Classic Motor Show sale, raising more than £500,000 as bidders jostled to buy historic Aston Martins, Jaguars and Minis. -
Footballers Cars Make Supercar Bargains at Auction 13 Jun 2014 (News)
The UK's Premier Division footballers may be car fanatics, but their huge salaries and fickle temperaments lead to some supercar bargains at auction. A Carbon Black McClaren MP4-12C sold for £127,000 last October. A left hand drive 458 Spider F1 finished in Rosso Red fetched £152,000, whilst two F430 F1’s, one in Black and the second in Red, sold for £81,800 and £80,000 respectively. -
Report: Peking to Paris, day nine 6 Jun 2013 (News)
And Gerry Crown extended his lead today and now has three minutes in hand over the second-placed Citroen. John Lazell’s Volkswagen Beetle, lying fourth, beat the third-placed Porsche 911 by a total of 41 seconds on the two Time Trials, enjoying a good day. -
Preview: H&H classic car auction, Rockingham Castle, 15 June 30 May 2013 (News)
H&H's 15 June sale at Rockingham Castle in rolling Northamptonshire is packed with a British-dominated selection of classics - being lead by Rolls-Royce and Bentley motors, but with a dash of the eclectic thrown in for good measure. An HJClassics favourite on sale is the only Plus 8 (above) to be built by Morgan as a four-seater. ’23 HEW’ has been in the current family ownership from new and covered 53,000 miles in 40 years (estimate £40,000-45,000). -
New Mazda 6 Skyactiv Demonstrators at Dealers Now 1 Feb 2013 (News)
Mazda6 goes on sale priced from £19,595 to £28,045 (on the road). The 150ps 2.2-litre SKYACTIV-D has class-leading CO 2 emissions of just 108g/km and 67.3mpg (combined cycle). BIK for a 40 percent tax payer is £127 a month (Sport trim). We take delivery for a log-term test later this month. -
Toyota Lines Up For Festival of Speed 13 Mar 2012 (News)
The TS030 Hybrid sustains Toyota’s long heritage of competing at the highest level internationally, while also demonstrating how its world-leading efficient hybrid power technology can be developed to meet the extreme demands of the race track. The TS030 Hybrid heads an impressive line-up representing the strength-in-depth of Toyota’s modern racing machinery. -
BMW Re-Offers M Car Circuit Driving Experience 12 Jan 2012 (News)
Following three successful years BMW UK has renewed its partnership with MotorSport Vision (MSV), and will continue to offer high octane ‘M' car thrills on some of Europe's best circuits for the next three years. BMW's class-leading M3 Coupé features as part of the ever-popular RaceMaster driving experience at Brands Hatch in Kent and Oulton Park in Cheshire. Thrill-seekers on this package also get the opportunity to drive some flying laps in an F1-style single-seat race car. -
KIA Wins What Car? Low Carbon Award 12 Jan 2012 (News)
Praised for its "dramatic progress" in launching cars with the "lowest average CO 2 emissions" over the last 12 months, Editor in Chief, Chas Hallett said Kia was making "leaps that catch us out!" What Car? singled out the all-new Kia Rio with its class-leading 85g/km CO 2 figure - the cleanest non-electric vehicle in the world - at its annual Awards at London's Grosvenor House Hotel. But the magazine had previously praised the also all-new Picanto back in the summer at its Green Awards ceremony - on the eve of the EcoVelocity Show that focused on environmentally-friendly technologies - naming it Green Supermini of the Year. -
Anniversary parade for Ferrari club 15 May 2017 (News)
The LaFerrari Aperta will headline Ferrari’s presence at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from 29 June to 2 July, leading a parade of the most iconic road and racing Ferraris from the company’s past 70 years during each day of the event. The Ferrari owners club has 2750 members and boasts a packed calendar of social meetings, track activities and regional events. -
As many as 68% of cars have underinflated tyres 23 Jun 2011 (News)
Ian Fraser, chief executive of Kwik Fit said: “Under-inflated tyres not only hit hard pressed motorists in the wallet but can be extremely dangerous, potentially leading to a blow-out.” Kwik Fit offer free tyre pressure checks. -
Save £5,250 on a Nissan Patrol 8 Jul 2004 (News)
This is the best value big 7 seater 4 x 4 in the UK: offering a saving of £8,000 over the equivalent Toyota LandCruiser LC4 D4D Auto in metallic paint, and with delivery in as little as 3 weeks you can beat the long lead times on LandCruisers. As usual all are UK cars with full UK specification and NCD's no haggle 'Best Price First Time' policy applies. For this and more deals visit www.new-car-discount.com