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  Used Van Buying Guide: Vivaro 2014 - 2019 20 Nov 2019 (News)
  In This Guide Vivaro prices What to look out for Vivaro maintenance Vivaro Essentials MoT pass rates Insurance groups Vivaro vans for sale Vauxhall made a big deal about its Vivaro being a British built LCV and that undoubtedly helped it in the sales charts here, it regularly accounting for one in 10 UK van sales during its five-year production run. Introduced in 2014, following its predecessor’s lengthy 13-year production run, the Vivaro might not have presented a radically new look to its customers, but it was significantly re-engineered throughout. As with its rivals Vauxhall offered its Vivaro in panel van, Combi nine-seater minibus version, crew cab and chassis cab choices, with a choice of two lengths (4998mm and 5398mm) and two roof heights.
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  In depth: the Department for Transport's guidance on the MoT exemption for classic cars over 40 18 Dec 2017 (News)
  These main components for vehicles, other than motorcycles, are: Chassis (replacements of the same pattern as the original are not considered a substantial change) or Monocoque bodyshell including any sub-frames (replacements of the same pattern as the original are not considered a substantial change); Axles and running gear – alteration of the type and or method of suspension or steering constitutes a substantial change; Engine – alternative cubic capacities of the same basic engine and alternative original equipment engines are not considered a substantial change.
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  Frequently asked questions about your premiums 4 Apr 2013 (News)
  All I’ll say is, whatever reservations and bad feeling you have directed toward the Insurance market, just try to be a little more open-minded and consider what’s been written; remember, the Insurance companies aren’t charities, they’re not Government run and they have overheads like anyone else. Your motor insurance isn’t a savings scheme that you’re ‘entitled’ to claim from as ‘you’ve paid enough over the years’ it’s more like a co-operative if anything.
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  MB World Experiences Make Excellent Christmas Presents 17 Nov 2010 (News)
    To refuel on the move there’s the tempting choice of Café 1886 or the Gullwing Restaurant run by Absolute Taste - part of the McLaren Group that look after the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula1™ team around the world during the championship season.  The fresh seasonal menus also feature produce from Laverstoke Park Farm - the biodynamic farm owned and run by 1979 Formula 1™ World Champion – and now award-winning farmer – Jody Scheckter.
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  Bank Holiday ‘Barn Find’ Auction Results 3 May 2010 (News)
  With three halls running, Blackbushe was bursting at the seams today. I’ve never seen so many people there. But fortunately the auction centre was well prepared with a gauntlet of guys beckoning drivers into additional parking on the Sunday market, a barbeque outside, and plenty of entertainment.
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  Cheap Cars if Bought Right at Auction Today 16 Nov 2007 (News)
  It always has been for the past 15 years, so whatever dire predictions there may be about property values falling and runs on banks it’s still a fairly safe bet. Sure they’ll take your money if you offer enough. But right now some fleets are not letting go at rock bottom prices. And why the carparks are full of stock rather than parking spaces.
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  A Grand Monday: Rover 114 SLi 13 Feb 2017 (News)
  Launched (as the Austin Mini Metro) in 1980, it was a British car 'to beat the world' - and despite its antiquated A-series running gear, it was a more than worthy rival to the likes of the Ford Fiesta and Renault 5 .  With Austin-Rover desperate to move away from the utilitarian days of British Leyland, the Metro was progressively improved throughout its life.
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  How to buy a used van from a dealer 3 Feb 2017 (News)
  Check that your insurance (or the seller’s policy) covers you for a test drive and go for an extended run with the seller. Listen for knocking or squeaks from the axels and look for signs of lean or uneven tracking as this will show the van has been subject to regular overloading or uneven loads.  Check the lights, dashboard warning lights and other electrical equipment, as electric window and central locking repairs can be expensive to fix.
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  Brightwells to Move its Classic Auctions to Bicester Heritage 23 Nov 2016 (News)
  Originally the go-to sale for country vehicles, Brightwells has been presenting internationally-recognised classic car and motorcycle sales since 2005, attracting buyers and sellers from around the world and regularly seeing online interest from more than 60,000 people in the run-up to an event, while thousands of enthusiasts attend in person. Commenting on the partnership with Bicester Heritage, Richard Binnersley – joint managing director of Brightwells, said: “Partnering with Bicester Heritage allows us to continue to deliver a professional and welcoming sale experience in an authentic period setting of post-WW1 Britain with the benefits of the site’s central location, accessibility, superb facilities and ready footfall – this will create a unique auction event in which our clients’ classic cars can star.
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  Are future classics a thing of the past? 15 Jun 2016 (News)
  A couple of weeks back, I attended the Tatton Park Classic and Sports Car Show in Cheshire – one of the best events in the north of the country, and one which I’ve been going  to since it was first run in 1987. Back then, I was nine. This year, I was there with a car built a year after the show opened its doors for the first time. A car that, had it appeared in the car park at any point in the past decade would barely have warranted a second glance.
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  See 400 classics on track at Donington Historic Festival 13 Jan 2016 (News)
  The unmistakable sound of historic Formula One engines will reverberate round Donington Park once more, in a series of high-octane demonstration runs, and the ever-popular historic rally cars will be burning rubber once more, as the mighty Group B machines and the cars of the Historic Rally Car Register entertain the crowds. Historic karts will also return to Donington Park for the event, as will dozens of car clubs, who will gather in the Club Village in the infield.
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  Happy Birthday: Hyundai Pony 22 Dec 2015 (News)
  Initially, five and three-door hatchbacks were available, the latter of which bore a startling resemblance, in profile, to the Morris Marina Coupe. A station wagon joined the line-up in 1977, but was never exported. The running gear was contemporary Ford, rear-wheel-drive, live rear axle, while mechanically the Hyundai came with an engine and gearbox courtesy of Mitsubishi. It wasn’t the greatest drive – skinny rubber, a narrow track and that rear-drive, live-axle combination made it more than a little skittish in wet conditions.
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  Affordable Classics at Sandown Auction on 15th June 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  And the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro 427 Coupe is a real show- stopper. The subject of a nut and bolt restoration, this immaculate ‘muscle car’ has run an 11.60 second 0-118mph at Santa Pod and has been featured in various magazines, including Custom Car (£33,000- £37,000). For details of further entries as they are confirmed, or to consign a car to this sale, please visit www.barons-auctions.com , email

  Honest John's Deals of the month - December 19 Dec 2014 (News)
  Sainsbury’s, Asda and Tesco have announced that they are to drop the cost of unleaded in the run up to Christmas. Click here Wednesday 10 December Need some new tyres?
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  Brightwells to Hold Classic Car Auction in Leominster 8 Nov 2014 (News)
  Further down the list, and appropriate for a West Contry auction, a one owner 1954 Austin A40 Somerset that apparently runs and is MoT exempt though probably needs some work to be safe. Estimated at quite a high £2,000-£2,500. Another old favourite is this facelift 1961 Riley 1.5 (concealed bonnet and boot hinges).
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  Ari Vatanen to be crowned Rally Legend 24 Oct 2014 (News)
  .       Wales Rally GB is offering free admission to the official service park in Deeside, ceremonial start in Eirias Stadium in Colwyn Bay, remote service in Newtown and ceremonial finish in Llandudno. Advanced tickets for the special stages run against the clock are available via the official website at www.walesrallygb.com .
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  Preview: Bonhams classic car auction, London, 1 December 28 Nov 2013 (News)
  The 1959 Commer Ecurie Ecosse Transporter: Designed by aeronautical engineer Selby Howgate and immortalized by Corgi's classic 1:48-scale model – in fully restored running order with its unique bodywork by Alexander's of Falkirk and Commer TS3 flat-six diesel engine. Scotland's flagship team that won two consecutive Le Mans 24-Hour races in the 1950s is undoubtedly the star of the first sales to be held at Bonhams' newly redesigned and refurbished London headquarters.
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  Save up to £2600 on a new Mazda CX-5 9 Oct 2013 (News)
   Mazda CX-5 SE-L Deals: MAZDA CX-5 2.0 SE-L 5dr - £19,715 - SAVING OF £1880 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L 5dr - £21,316 - SAVING OF £1979 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L 5dr Auto - £22,475 - SAVING OF £2,20 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L 5dr AWD - £22,827 - SAVING OF £2168 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L 5dr AWD Auto - £23,885 - SAVING OF £2310 MAZDA CX-5 2.0 SE-L Nav 5dr - £20,331 - SAVING OF £1964 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L Nav 5dr - £21,932 - SAVING OF £2063 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L Nav 5dr Auto - £23,091 - SAVING OF £2204 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L Nav 5dr AWD - £23,443 - SAVING OF £2252 MAZDA CX-5 2.2d SE-L Nav 5dr AWD Auto - £24,501 - SAVING OF £2394 SE-L Model Equipment and Features: Cruise control, push start button, front and rear electric windows,  air con, auto dimming rear view mirror, karakuri tonneau cover, rear Seat 40:20:40 Split, rear seat fold flat karakuri functionality, daytime running lights, dusk sensing lights,  front fog lights, front and rear parking sensors,  power folding heated door mirrors,  6 speaker Radio/CD player with AUX, USB and Bluetooth support,  leather steering wheel with audio mounted controls, 5,8 inch colour touchscreen, media commander, trip computer, driver seat lumbar, recline and height adjustment, iStop, sat-nav (nav models only).
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  CarFest 2013 is About to Happen - Twice 29 Jun 2013 (News)
  Highlights this year include special Aston Martin and Lamborghini ‘sevens’ to mark important milestones in both coveted companies’ histories – all cars run in batches of seven in deference to Evans’ own ‘Magnificent Seven Ferraris’ as featured on his BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show. CarFest North will also include bikes for the very first time while Jody Scheckter – the 1979 F1 World Champion and owner of Laverstoke Park Farm – is promising some special surprises at CarFest South.    This year’s music line-up is equally impressive with top live performers such as Keane, Jamie Cullum, Jools Holland, Ocean Colour Scene, Amy Macdonald, The Feeling, Alfie Boe, Reef and Scouting for Girls joining Texas on the star-studded bill.
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  Millers Launches New Range of Energy Efficient Oils 28 Feb 2013 (News)
  Nanodrive technology has overcome this problem and allows a lower coefficient of friction to be achieved, without changing the viscosity of the oil, at the same time maintaining an adequate oil film thickness that minimises wear. This reduces running costs, as a result of less energy being used to simply turn the engine over. There are three different engine oils available in the Energy Efficient oils range covering both petrol and diesel vehicles.