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  Young Drivers Priced Out of Insurance 22 Oct 2004 (News)
  *There were 266,750 convictions for driving without insurance in 2001 *Approximately 16% of uninsured drivers get convicted each year *One in ten drivers have been involved in an accident with an uninsured driver *Uninsured drivers are up to nine times more likely to be involved in an accident *Uninsured drivers are more likely to be involved in hit and run collisions. The RAC Foundation feels "There is also a worry that the problem may be exacerbated as many young drivers believe that they are being priced out of the insurance market. We would like to see more initiatives, such as Pass Plus, with more generous discounts offered to young drivers who participate in extra driver training.
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  Restoring Jaguar's Heritage 9 Dec 2013 (News)
  We're here to meet Nick Goldthorp, very much the driving force of the company - and clearly a man who has the spirit of Browns Lane running through his veins. He's tall, softly spoken, and effortlessly charming and never has a Jaguar jacket looked more in place than on Nick's back. Before we get down to brass tacks about the finer points of CMC, we're treated to a guided tour of the place.
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  Future Classic Friday: Range Rover Sport 31 May 2019 (News)
  .  It was based largely on the semi-monocoque integrated body-frame structure of the Discovery 3 and also shared its running gear, engines and Terrain Response system, though the wheelbase was shorter by 5.5-inches. The truncated chassis and low roofline meant that the Range Rover Sport was never more than a five-seater, though this was deliberate - it was priced at a very similar level to the Discovery, but was aimed at a different type of buyer.
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  Historics 24th November Classic Car Auction Preview 22 Nov 2018 (News)
  The Seville STS has a transverse 305HP ‘Northstar V8’ under the bonnet with front wheel drive, allowing a propshaft tunnel-free interior. This one has recorded just 52,000 miles, so is barely run in and is up at no reserve Previous pre-tasters of Historics 24 th  November sale: https://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/news/auction-news/2018-11/world-s-finest-rhd-1989-porsche-speedster-in-historics-24th-november-classic-car-auction/ https://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/news/auction-news/2018-11/two-jaguar-xk120se-roadsters-in-historics-24th-november-classic-car-auction/ https://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/news/auction-news/2018-11/two-rare-mercedes-benz-500es-in-historics-24th-november-classic-car-auction/ https://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/news/auction-news/2018-10/gorgeous-peugeot-404-cabriolet-in-historics-24th-november-auction/ https://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/news/auction-news/2018-10/rare-intermeccanica-in-historics-november-auction/ Link to Historics online catalogue  here .
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  Focus On: Russell Automotive Centre and Garage Express 1 Oct 2018 (News)
  The garage took off very quickly, earning an award for being the best independent Audi service provider within 10 months of trading. When asked how Jane and Steve ensure these garages are both run efficiently and with a focus on good customer service, Jane spoke about their great service team. Even though these garages are separate, every customer is important and Jane strives to ensure that they have the best possible journey from booking and dropping off their car to picking it up.
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  Heroes: Dan Gurney 30 Jan 2018 (News)
  Gurney was also no stranger to Hollywood, having been a member of the Screen Actors’ Guild since 1965, and appeared in motor racing-based films such as Winning, A Man and a Woman, and Grand Prix. Just as impressively, it was Gurney’s win of the Cannonball Run across the USA in 1971 that inspired his friend and co-driver, Brock Yates, to write the screenplay for the Cannonball movies. Dan’s first foray into the world of amateur motorsport occurred when he bought a Triumph TR2 and took to the tracks, proving himself to be highly capable behind the wheel.
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  Future Classic Friday: BMW MINI 24 Feb 2017 (News)
  .  Some of the tears were because a British icon had finally died after an astonishing 41-year production run, but many were in anger at the divorce between the newly formed MG Rover Group and its former parent, BMW.  During the dissolution of the former Rover Group, BMW had allegedly cherry-picked the best bits, taking Land Rover technology to help develop its own range of premium 4x4s before selling it on to Ford, then keeping the iconic Mini brand for itself, leaving MG Rover pretty much high and dry, with just the 25, 45 and 75 models to help keep it afloat - a move that left fans of the British marque foaming at the mouth.
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  Five Grand Friday: Suzuki Swift Sport 28 Aug 2015 (News)
  >>Find a used Suzuki Swift for sale Running costs should be reasonable with Real MPG figures showing you can expect around 37.5mpg in every day driving. Emissions are on the high side so annual tax is £180 but on the plus side, servicing won't break the bank at a Suzuki dealership.
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  1983 Lamborghini Countach LP500S Makes Record Breaking £337,120 at Historics 7th June Auction 11 Jun 2014 (News)
  The 1996 Ford GT40 Recreation by Tornado - the longest-running manufacturer of the GT40 replica - resplendent in dark blue livery, may have been dwarfed by virtually every other consignment at Historics, but delivered high value for money motoring for its new owner, changing hands for £35,000.
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  Jaguar E-Types to Race Again at Silverstone Classic 17 Mar 2012 (News)
  .    Created last year to salute the 50th birthday of Britain’s favourite sportscar, the unique Jaguar E-type Challenge – run exclusively for packed grids of E-types – was one of the star attractions at the 2011 Silverstone Classic… an event chosen by Jaguar clubs from around the world to mark the iconic Coventry Cat’s golden anniversary.  “With grids of more than 50 competition-prepared E-types, the two Jaguar races were among last summer’s highlights – that’s why we are so delighted to welcome back the Jaguar E-type Challenge to the Silverstone Classic in July,” enthused Nick Wigley, Event Organiser. “We will be staging two rounds of the series with races on both Saturday and Sunday, thus providing fans with a double dose of high quality and truly evocative action.
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  10 Year Old Toyota Yaris Verso Wins Which Satisfaction Survey 22 Jul 2011 (News)
  Car about the 63,727 cars they owned (some reported on more than one car), making this the UK’s biggest car survey for the fifth year running. **The survey asks owners to rate (out of five) how satisfied they are with their car, and also how likely they are to recommend it to a friend. By combining the responses, Which?
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  First public viewing of 2012 Jaguars at Motorexpo 5 Jun 2011 (News)
  For the XK and XKR, the most significant changes take place at the front with a set of slimmer headlight units with subtle LED running lights.  These sit above a new, larger oval grille framed in chrome with mesh in the centre that, in the case of the XKR, is finished in black. Making the XK appear both longer and lower is a new horizontal vent and chrome blade mounted on each wing.
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  Renault Lowers its Average CO2 Once Again 13 May 2011 (News)
  With diesel now costing over £1.40 per litre, owners of its latest fuel-sipping Renault eco 2 model won’t have to visit the dreaded pumps very often, with an EC certified 949 miles between fill-ups. Bolstering the cost savings of running’s the French marque’s latest ‘green’ model, it also benefits from zero Vehicle Excise Duty, London Congestion Charge exemption, and for business customers, 100% Capital Write Down Allowance and low benefit-in-kind rating of only 13%.
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  'Barn Found' Mercedes 250SL Makes Extraordinary Money at Barons Auction 18 Mar 2011 (News)
  The 1967 250SL was offered for auction in need of total restoration, although its long period of barn storage had been kind to it and it remained very sound throughout. Coming to auction from a deceased’s estate, the car was non-running and the keys had long-since been lost. Despite this, the generally sound condition and long period of single ownership fired the interest of collectors and with spirited bidding from buyers in the room and on the telephones the car was sold for a resounding £12,430.
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  Chevrolet Cruze Back to Fight 2011 BTCC Season 16 Mar 2011 (News)
  Supporting Plato in the Silverline Chevrolet BTCC team will be Alex MacDowall, at only 20 years of age the youngest confirmed driver in the series. Both drivers campaigned with Silverline Chevrolet in 2010, with the team once again run by the Wellingborough-based RML Group, which also prepares and campaigns Chevrolet’s World Touring Car Team. The BTCC cars for 2011 will be similar to the 2010 WTCC championship-winning Cruzes campaigned by Yvan Muller, Alain Menu and British racer Rob Huff, which stormed the global series to take both drivers and manufacturers’ titles.
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  Bargain New BMWs From Just £12,450 3 Sep 2009 (News)
    sports leather multifunction steering wheel, light alloys 158,  alarm, exterior light pakage, exterior body coding, glass electric  sunroof, electric sunblinds, interior alluminium trin, headlamp  washer, fog lights, xenons, adapitive headlamps, bluetooth, 6 cd, hi  fi lound speaker system, comfort pack,   £21,995   Price: Only £21,995   BMW X3 2.0d SE 5dr BRAND NEW,  5 Doors, Manual, Estate, Diesel, ABS,  multifunction steering wheel,  sports leather steering wheel, exterior body  coding, aluminium  running boards, front armrest, front fog lamps, bluetooth, bmw business cd, cd changer, Adjustable seats, Adjustable steering  column/wheel, Air conditioning, Alloy wheels, Computer, Cruise  control, Driver airbag, Electric mirrors, Electric windows,  Foglights, Front armrest, Head restraints, Folding rear seats,  Immobiliser, Park distance control, Passenger airbag, Power assisted  steering, Remote locking, Roof rails, Radio/CD, Side airbags, Rear  headrests, Traction control.
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  Classics enjoy Indian Summer 20 Oct 2008 (News)
  Finished in Old English White following a bare metal respray, the interior and hood had been fabricated from the original patterns and the car was described as nbeing mechanically faultless. Of the 100 originally built, around 25 survive with fewer than ten in full running order – arguably this is the finest example of the model you could find anywhere. This rare car seemed good value, selling for £13,000. For followers of more modern classics, the 1970 Triumph Vitesse Mk II Convertible was in exceptional condition following a detailed restoration over the past ten years at a cost exceeding £20,00.
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  New 1.6 and 2.0 Litre PSA/Ford Diesels 19 Feb 2003 (News)
  These engines represent another step towards meeting customer demand in four priority areas: fuel economy, clean combustion, low running noise and outstanding performance. The engines required an aggregate investment of nearly 1 billion. Production capacity will ultimately exceed 1,600,000 engines a year, providing most of the diesel powerplants in the core model lines of each partner.
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  Cars Selling Like Mad at Auction Today 1 Nov 2002 (News)
  Convertibles are now winter money with a 65k 99T Audi Cabrio 1.8 selling for £9,000; another, but 98S with 67k selling for £8,100; a 15k mile 2001Y Golf 2.0SE cabrio bidding to £9,250; and a 19k mile 2000W Toyota MR2 running out of enthusiasm at £10,150. £24,300 seemed a low bit to me for a 47k 2000X Mercedes S320. A 60,000 mile 98S Nissan QX V6 SE auto was a good, solid buy for someone at £3,900.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 30-5-2015 30 May 2015 (News)
  Should I consider replacing the car? Apart from the turbos, the car has been reliable and inexpensive to run for a large vehicle. MK, via emai l Usually the reason turbos fail again is that the oil supply and return pipes to the turbo bearing have either not been completely cleaned out or not replaced.