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  Top Car Auction Monday, 179 BMWs Tuesday 21 May 2006 (News)
  Entries include: 05 reg Mercedes CLS 500, Obsidian Black, 11k miles 2004/53 Audi A4 2.4 Sport Convertible, Ice Blue, 36k miles 2003/53 Mercedes E320CDI Avantgarde, Silver, 36k miles 03 reg Range Rover TD6 Vogue, Java Black, 39k miles 03 reg Mercedes SL55 AMG, Obsidian Black, 43k miles 02 reg Jaguar S-Type 4.2 R, Aspen Green, 34k miles 2001/51 BMW 740i 4.4 Sport, Jasper Blue, 49k miles Y reg Bentley Arnage Red Label, ‘Fireglow’, 23k miles Y reg Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Tiptronic S, Lapis Blue, 72k miles For more info phone Alan Biddle on 01252 878555 or visit

  10 More Pride of Ownership finalists revealed for NEC 9 Oct 2018 (News)
  'The car was originally used by the Luftwaffe in the 70s and still sports its original military markings which lead me to finding out it was a radar and artillery car at an airport in Germany near Munich. The car was very unique from the factory, but this example is one of a kind.' A pair of Fords will also compete in the final – but they couldn’t be more different. Rob Sargent’s 1969 Ford Savage Mk2 V6 and Mark McClelland’s 1994 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Lux. These ten cars and owners join Richard Pinkett and his 1939 MG TB, Michael Jones’ 1960 Jaguar MkII, Andy Nash’s 1966 Morris Mini Traveller, and Mandeep Sandhar and his 2000 Nissan Skyline.
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  Spotted in the classifieds: Family cars 29 Feb 2012 (News)
  So whether you want something small but practical, a bargain price or a  bit of luxury there should be something to suitable below. Ford Galaxy – The cruiser Often spotted running to and from the airport, the Ford Galaxy offers a big boot, seven seats, reasonable fuel economy and car-like handling.
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  BCA's top ten auction highlights from 2010 21 Dec 2010 (News)
  It was used for deliveries in Christchurch Bournemouth & Poole during its 6 years service £8,000 1959 Ford Zodiac 2.6 Convertible . Part of a 'Barn Find' sale finished in white over blue and sitting on white wall tyres, had remarkably straight bodywork, despite needing all the fittings re-assembling.
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  REG PLATES DON'T REGISTER WITH MOTORISTS 11 Aug 2008 (News)
  Professional buyers at auction are prepared to pay higher values for more current registration plates, as Naylor explained: "At BCA, a 2006 '56' BMW 318i saloon is currently averaging nearly £900 more than the 2006 '06' registered car. For a two to three year old Ford Focus, the change of plate can result in a £400 rise in value." He concluded: "A used car is likely to be one of the most expensive purchases many people make, so it is essential to understand the basics.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 30-5-2015 30 May 2015 (News)
  Standard consumer rights here: /faq/consumer-rights/   Macanno-set I am about to order a Porsche Macan S Diesel but having read your comments In today’s Telegraph (25-04-2015), should I switch to the petrol version or is the diesel ok? DB, via email It is EU6, requiring AdBlue that needs to be topped up every 5,000-6,000 miles.
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  Modern classics in demand at auction 6 Jun 2018 (News)
  Modern classics were in demand at auction over the weekend – proving once again that performance cars from the 1980s and 1990s are a rapidly growing market sector. A 1983 Ford Escort RS1600i finished in Diamond White was one of the big winners at Classic Car Auctions’ sale on Saturday, 2 June. With an unmarked cloth interior, the fast Ford surpassed its pre-sale estimate, selling for sold for £46,200 including premium -  more than £16,000 above its lower guide price.
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  Manchester Classic Car Show goes from strength to strength 22 Sep 2016 (News)
  The CodeClean Concours was hotly contested, with Gideon Mayers taking top spot with his immaculately restored Capri 2.8i having fought off a field of iconic motors, including a 6000-miles-from-new Ferrari 308 GTS, Jaguar E-type, Ford Mustang and more. The standard of cars and club stands was very high indeed. Nearly 90 clubs squeezed into the show this year, with ‘club of the show’ award eventually going to The Heinkel Trojan Club for their charming stand and for being so interactive with and accommodating with visitors. ‘Car of the show’ went to Gregory Jackson’s 1950 Ford V8 Pilot.
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  Peugeot 205GTI Dimma barnfind uncovered 8 May 2015 (News)
  Dimma became revered in modified car circles for their project cars, including a Renault Clio with Ford Escort Cosworth running gear. Turbo Technics marketed turbocharger kits for several 1980s cars, including the Rover SD1 and Ford Capri 2.8i. Proprietor Lyn George said: "This car is a real find; and given growing passions for 1980s hot hatchbacks and the Peugeot 205GTi in particular, we're excited to have this great find in the auction.
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  Join Wheeler Dealer Mike Brewer for ‘classics and coffee’ 30 Apr 2015 (News)
  Martin bought the 1950s Ford F1 pick-up, that Mike bought from a US collector in the second episode of the series currently being shown on the Discovery Channel, to use to transport their motorcycles to various events during show season.  Martin said, ‘We had been looking for a vehicle but wanted something in keeping with the period of the motorbikes we specialise in.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 12 and 13 10 Jun 2013 (News)
  There were three Time Trials, all set in remote farm-land and through forests on the way to the busy Siberian city of Novosibirsk The Ford V8 of Mike Reeves and Michelle Jana Chan moved up a place to fifth in the Vintageants, but the three long dusty dirt and gravel sections saw the stripped-down aluminium Ford special of Bill Cleyndert and Mark van Hees on a real charge, setting a total for the day of 13 hours, 09 minutes, 16 seconds, over three minutes quicker than the leader, Phil Garratt in the Chevrolet.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day eight 5 Jun 2013 (News)
  The two Russians in the Moskvitch are an impressive 10th, but they have Mercedes-Benzes, Jaguars, Mustangs, Porsches behind them… In the Vintageants, second placed Bruce and Ben Washington poured on the coal to stoke up enough grunt to stay second and hard on the heels of the leading Chevrolet of Phil Garratt, but third placed Bill Cleyndert and Mark van Hees in the Ford Model A raceabout set the best performance on the Time Trial, covering the ground in 17 minutes 08 seconds, no less than 19 seconds quicker than the Chevy. Lars Rolner’s Bentley remains in fourth spot, Robert and Mark Wilkinson are fifth in the big 6½ litre Bentley, with Mike Reeves and Michelle Jana Chan in the Ford V8 sixth, having broken another rear axle tie-rod today, just after they had managed to weld up the first.
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  Del's Capri and Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce on auction this weekend 8 Jan 2013 (News)
  The Ford Capri as driven by Del Trotter in Only Fools and Horses, and Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow are two of the more interesting 'celebrity' cars on offer by Coys at this weekend's Autosport International auction.
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  Del's Capri and Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce on auction this weekend 8 Jan 2013 (News)
  The Ford Capri as driven by Del Trotter in Only Fools and Horses, and Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow are two of the more interesting 'celebrity' cars on offer by Coys at this weekend's Autosport International auction.
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  1950 based Bentley Brooklands to Star at Scottish Speedfair 23 Jul 2011 (News)
  More than 50 competitors will take to the Knockhill asphalt in models ranging from a Porsche 911 to an immaculate Mk1 Ford Escort. Stuart Gray, Knockhill Events Director, commented: "Wherever you look at SpeedFair, there will be tremendous action for everyone. Some of the classic cars on show are nothing short of sensational.
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  Motorpoint's Deals of The Week 10 Jul 2006 (News)
  www.motorpoint.co.uk has these leading deals for week commencing 10th July: Ford Focus hatchback 1.8TDCi Zetec 5dr with climate pack and delivery mileage £11,999 saving £4,468. Range Rover 3.0 TD6 Vogue 4dr Auto delivery mileage £49,999 saving £6,793.
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  New Range Rover: From £42,995 15 Jan 2002 (News)
  Ford Premier Division's Land Rover has announced prices for its new, monocoque-bodied, BMW powered Range Rovers. Power outputs are 210kW (282bhp) for the 4.4 litre BMW petrol V8 and 130kW (174bhp) for the 3.0 litre BMW Td6 diesel.
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  Goodwood celebrates record Festival of Speed 6 Jul 2011 (News)
  Formula Renault driver Josh returned to Goodwood for another run at the hillclimb course, the Lola being significantly different to the Ford Focus WRC he drove in 2010. “It was such a great experience to drive something that has such a family link,” he said. “My grandfather won Indy with Lola and my dad (1996 Formula World Champion Damon Hill) has tried it so it’s really cool to drive this car.
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  MOTORPOINT STAR DEALS 7th - 14th January 7 Jan 2009 (News)
  This model comes fitted with ABS, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Central Locking, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors, Metallic Paint, Power Steering and Traction Control. 39.2 MPG (combined) Steal of the Week Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI Zetec [New Shape] 5dr DPF. 08 Reg. Only 6,069 miles at £9,999 - a saving of £8,174 on list price when new*. This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Central Locking, CD Player, Electric Mirrors, Electric Windows, Metallic Paint, Power Steering and Traction Control. 62.7 MPG (combined) Small Cars Honda Jazz 1.4 i-DSI SE 5dr Manual. 57 Reg.
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  MAZDA 3 RANGE UPDATES 5 May 2008 (News)
  For an additional £1,000 the Mazda Takara is available with automatic transmission. The entry level Mazda3 S, priced from £11,440 on-the-road, is available as a five-door hatchback powered by either a 1.4 84ps petrol engine or 1.6-litre 90ps diesel. Additional equipment is an auxiliary audio jack, 12V power socket and the CD player is now MP3 compatible.