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  McLaren F1 LM for sale at RM Sotheby’s new private sale division 19 Jun 2018 (News)
  And that’s just for starters. There’s also 1928 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Torpedo-Sport Avant-Garde, a 1930 Bentley 61/2-Litre ‘Speed Six’ Sportsman’s Saloon, a 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, and 1961 Ferrari 400 Superamerica SWB Coupe Aerodinamico (pictured above).
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  Sales of new diesels continue downward spiral 5 Jun 2018 (News)
  . To date, 1,079,049 new cars have been registered in the UK, a figure that’s notably down on 2017’s 1,158,357. “May’s growth, albeit on the back of large declines last year, is encouraging and suggests the market is now starting to return to a more natural running rate,” said Mike Hawes of the SMMT.
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  Ferrari sale set for Silverstone 16 May 2018 (News)
  He added, ‘This is the sale of the year for any serious Ferrari collector, with a range of cars spanning from the early 60’s all the way up to the latest super cars from the legendary marque.’
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  Used car market experiences sharp decline as sales tumble 16 Aug 2017 (News)
  Despite the negative numbers, Mike Hawes SMMT chief executive remains upbeat, stating that Q2's decline "comes as no surprise", while the overall market remains in good health. Hawes has fired a warning to the Government over Brexit in regards to both the new and used markets, however, stating that "it is vital that Government secures the conditions that will maintain consumer and business confidence if we are to see both markets continue to prosper.”
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  Bugatti that survived WW2 target practice heads to auction 4 Jul 2017 (News)
  Much of the running gear was common to other models, including the chassis which was essentially carried over from the preceding Type 38. The Type 44's 2991cc eight-cylinder 80bhp engine was based around two cast-iron cylinder blocks (complete with non-detachable heads) and boasted a centrally-driven single overhead camshaft that operated twenty-four valves (sixteen inlet, eight exhaust).
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  RM Sotheby’s to hold special Ferrari auction as marque celebrates its platinum anniversary 31 May 2017 (News)
  It holds the record for selling four of the top ten most valuable Ferraris offered for public sale, including the ex-Works, ex-Juan Manuel Fangio 1956 Ferrari 290 MM, which made $28,050,000 at RM’s 2015 New York sale. And the single-owner 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4*S N.A.R.T. Spider, which achieved $27,500,000 at RM’s 2013 Monterey sale, maintaining the record for the most valuable road-going Ferrari sold at auction. The firm has also sold one of three 1964 Ferrari 275 GTB/C Speciale sold for $26,400,000 at the same event in 2014.
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  Mercedes-Benz E-Class named UK Car of the Year 24 Feb 2017 (News)
  Best Small Hatch – Hyundai Ioniq Best Family Car – Toyota Prius Best Executive Car – Mercedes-Benz E-Class Best Luxury Car – Rolls-Royce Dawn Best Estate Car – Volvo V90 Best MPV – Renault Scenic/Grand Scenic Best Crossover – SEAT Ateca Best Large Crossover – Jaguar F-Pace Best Coupe – Porsche 718 Cayman Best Cabriolet – Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet Best Sports Car – Porsche 718 Boxster Best Performance Car – Ford Focus RS
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  Records tumble at RM Sotheby's London sale 27 Sep 2016 (News)
  Highlights inlcueed a 1995 Porsche 911 GT2, which made £1.8m - a record for a Porsche 911 GT2 at public auction. A 1993 Porsche 911 Turbo S Lightweight made £974,400 - a world record for a 964 series Porsche 911 at auction. And a 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RS fetched £716,800 – setting yet another auction benchmark for the model.
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  A Grand Monday: Jaguar XJ40 Sport for under £1000 16 Aug 2016 (News)
  Now here’s a hell of a lot of car for the money. Launched in 1993 as a runout model for the final two years of XJ40 production, the S, or Sport, was designed to appeal to a younger demographic, ahead of the upcoming X300, which would have a Sport model as part of the standard line-up. Indeed, the Sport was very much a precursor for the X300.
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  Curios: Standard 2000 25 Jun 2015 (News)
  By the time the SD1 entered production in Britain in 1976, Standard was obviously long dead as a marque, while both Triumph and Rover found themselves part of the mighty British Leyland. Towards the end of the SD1’s life, however, a deal was struck for Standard Motor Products of India to buy all production rights and tooling for the Rover. Indian-built Standard 2000s began rolling off the Madras-based production line from 1985.
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  Classic car boot returns to London’s Southbank 25 Feb 2015 (News)
  .’ Highlights among the traders at this year’s event include Crystal Vintage’s GLORIA Pop Up Boutique: a horsebox turned vintage shop that has been featured on Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces Meanwhile, The Old Collectors Garage will be selling vintage advertising, Americana and vintage American gas pumps from the boot of a Chevy Panel Van. And vintage cake stands, tea sets and china will be on offer from Lancashire-based Willacy Whimsys.
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  BMC competition cars set for Race Retro 17 Feb 2015 (News)
  On display will be examples of the ‘Big’ Healey 3000, winner of its class in the 1960 Tour of Corsica with Pat Moss at the wheel.  There will also be the ubiquitous Mini Cooper ‘S’ 1071, which was Rauno Aaltonen’s ride for the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally, and the TR7 V8, which performed in a trio of 1979 rallies under the control or Per Eklund and Simo Lampinen – all genuine works cars from the glory days of the team.
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  Lotus bargains 40 years on 1 Aug 2014 (News)
  When it came to pricing, Lotus’ new coupe duo rivalled models like the Porsche 911 and Jaguar XJ-S as the years rolled on, with prices of the top-of-the-range models nudging the £10,000 mark. Despite competing with some very upmarket machinery, the Elite had to make do with four-cylinder power.
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  Bugattis to star at Prescott Hill Climb 24 Apr 2014 (News)
  Entertainment, is French themed with the beautiful and talented can-can dancers, live music, a Parisienne 1920s Renault bus, brave stilt walkers, an accordion player – reminiscent of Monsieur Alfonse played by Kenneth Connor in the 1980’s television show Allo Allo. Even the Gendarmes will be there! ‘Le Shopping’ – a French style shopping village with food, art, and of course French berets. Food and drink will be French influenced with crepes and plat du jour.
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  Preview: H&H classic car sale, Duxford, 16 October 7 Oct 2013 (News)
  The car was first registered as DLO 936 on 1 March 1937, and was bought by its first owners, Robert S Hayward, who covered a mere 11,000 miles before offering it for sale in Edinburgh. It was spotted by the vendor’s late father, who recalled, 'How does one cope with blind passion? I was a ruined man.
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  Your chance to see the Jaguar C-X75 at the Classic Motor Show 1 Oct 2013 (News)
  For the lovers of more classic big cats, the company's stand will also star some more traditional vehicles from the Jaguar Heritage collection. The cars on display will include: XK120, E-type, XJ40, XJ-S, X300, XKR and XFR Rocketsports, all outstanding Jaguars from different eras. A further highlight to this years’ stand in Hall 20 will be a wide range of genuine parts available on display.
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  Friday concept: Ital Design Kensington 19 Apr 2013 (News)
  Giugiaro was careful to ensure that it featured prominent ‘haunches’, a design signature that was consistent on all post-war Jaguars, barring the XJ-S. Inside, too, there was enough wood and leather to satisfy the most plutocratic owner/driver, but it was presented in a much more contemporary style. Of course, the quad-headlamps were dropped, and that would have been controversial back in the 1990s – but again, as the XF and XJ have proved, it’s possible for a Jaguar to do without this feature.
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  Latest Land Rover offers from Drive the Deal 31 Jan 2013 (News)
  With savings of around £2,000 off a new Evoque, and around £3,500 off a new Discovery, these deals are not to be missed. Land Rover Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 S 5dr £21,995 Saving £2,428 Land Rover Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 GS 5dr £24,500 Saving £2,672 Land Rover  Freelander 2 2.2 SD4 GS 5dr  Auto £26,823 Saving £2,931 Land Rover Freelander 2 2.2 SD4 XS 5dr Auto £29,271 Saving £3,234 Land Rover Discovery 3.0 SDV6 255 GS 5dr Auto £35,755 Saving £3,070 Land Rover Discovery 3.0 SDV6 255 XS 5dr Auto £41,957 Saving £3,592 Land Rover Discovery 3.0 SDV6 255 HSE 5dr Auto £48,290 Saving £4,160 Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 SE 5dr Auto £45,123 Saving £5,072 Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 HSE 5dr Auto £51,264 Saving £5,831 Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto £52,955 Saving £6,040 Range Rover Evoque Coupe 2.2 SD4 Pure 3dr Auto £31,995 Saving £1,700 Range Rover Evoque Coupe 2.2 SD4 Prestige 3dr Auto £38,895 Saving £2,100 Range Rover Evoque Coupe 2.2 SD4 Dynamic 3dr Auto £39,379 Saving £2,116 Range Rover Evoque Hatch 2.2 SD4 Pure 5dr Auto £31,095 Saving £1,600 Range Rover Evoque Hatch 2.2 SD4 Prestige 5dr Auto £37,969 Saving £2,026 Range Rover Evoque Hatch 2.2 SD4 Dynamic 5dr Auto £38,439 Saving £2,056 These deals and many more at  www.drivethedeal.com    
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  Accident rate lower among drivers who get a head start 23 Nov 2012 (News)
  In more good news for youngsters wanting a head start, changes to EU legislation mean drivers can get some on-road, in-car experience at 16, care of small ‘carpeds’ like the Aixam Coupe S, providing they have take a moped test. Click here for more information.
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  Toyota seeks its oldest British-built car 22 Oct 2012 (News)
  .  If you own a K-reg Carina E you can check if it is a British-built model or one of a few imported from Japan by looking at the the VIN plate, which is located under the bonnet near the windscreen wiper. If the code starts with S it’s a British-built car, while J indicates a Japanese one. Owners of the oldest examples will be invited to tell the car’s story and have it photographed. They will also be in with the chance of winning a week with the all-new upcoming Auris, which was first shown at this year's Paris Motor Show.