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  Ex-Top Gear BMW M3 to go under the hammer in June 19 May 2015 (News)
  as part of the sports saloon challenge, which was filmed in Germany in 2010. The car took part in a high speed test on an autobahn, took a drive around the Berlin, plus a hot lap of the EuroSpeedway, Lausitz
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  Ferrari Testarossas set to steal the show at Silverstone sale 11 May 2015 (News)
  , bidding is sure to be fierce. The late-model 1994 Ferrari F512 M carries an estimated of between £280,000 and £330,000. One of just 501 made worldwide, this two-owner, left-hand drive car is finished in Giallo Modena with Nero leather upholstery. It has covered a 11,000 miles
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  New series of Car SOS to hit screens in April 20 Mar 2015 (News)
  is increased tenfold. 'It was great to see one of the most famous racing drivers of all times drive away in a car he had not seen for more than 50 years.'
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  302-mile Mini van set to make £25k at auction 13 Mar 2015 (News)
  A 1968 Austin Mini Van that has remained virtually unused for 47 years could make up to £25,000 when it goes under the hammer later this month. Bought for £400 by a Miss G Crumcott from Northern Ireland so that she could learn to drive, Miss Crumcott never
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  Historic racers celebrate Touring cars’ golden era 11 Mar 2015 (News)
  the HRDC's Touring Greats series and will feature entries such as ex-BTCC star Mike Jordan's rapid Austin A40 (emulating Doc Shepherd's A40). And 1990 BTCC Champion Robb Gravett will share the drive of an HRDC Academy Austin A35 with his son, Bradley - recreating the precocious style of Graham Hill's
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  The 'Beast of Turin' lives again 1 Dec 2014 (News)
  at Goodwood Festival of Speed earlier this year , but faced a number of teething problems and wasn’t able to be run. It’s great news for owner Duncan Pittaway, who has spent the past 12 years restoring the car, including rebuilding a seized engine. All Duncan needs to do now is drive
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  Continental teams up with Mercedes-Benz to offer free winter driver training 20 Oct 2014 (News)
  Mercedes-Benz and Continental Tyres have joined forces to offer free winter driving driver training at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge between  27 October 1 November, with slots available between 11:00 and 14:00. The event will focus on the use
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  Citroen DS to shine at London Classic Car Show 17 Oct 2014 (News)
  innovative design – front-wheel drive, hydropneumatic self levelling suspension, a semi-automatic gearbox and a glassfibre roof to lower the centre of gravity. But visitors will also be able to see the UK debut of the new, stand-alone DS brand, which aims to elevate French cars to a premium
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  Olympian to tackle London to Brighton run 9 Oct 2014 (News)
  -Levassor owned by Lord Irvine Laidlaw – a keen sailor and veteran run regular. Ainslie said, ‘I am really looking forward to making the trip from Hyde Park to Madeira Drive in Brighton. If it’s raining, I shall feel quite at home with all that spray in my face… the Panhard
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  Indiana Jones Renault Type NN Tourer up for auction 28 May 2014 (News)
  The 1928 Renault Type NN Tourer that starred in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is expected to raise £9000-£14,000 when it goes under the hammer at Historics’ Brooklands sale on 7 June. The right-hand drive, four-door Tourer was bought by Steven
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  Britain’s young drivers feel ‘invulnerable’ 25 Apr 2014 (News)
  is propising changes to the way drivers are taught. The IAM's Simon Best said:  “Our whole system of learning to drive must be overhauled to provide safe exposure to a wider range of traffic situations, but also the chance to discuss attitudes and risks. "N ew drivers feel
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  Race Retro: Jigsaw Racing challenged to build replica Le Mans Spitfire in three days 21 Feb 2014 (News)
  day of the show. The replica is being built from individual components over the duration of the show, with Jigsaw Racing hoping to drive the car out of the show on its final day, Sunday 23 February.   “It’s a huge project, but the lads are confident of finishing
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  Retromobile: highlights and how to get there 4 Feb 2014 (News)
  of the event. Entry price is €14, and free for children aged 12 years or under. If you're driving, set your sat nav to VIPARIS Porte de Versailles, Pavillon 1, 75015 Paris, and parkings are situated near gates C, F and R. Also: By Métro : line 12, station Porte de
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  Top 10: WRC winners between 1970-1995 23 Jan 2014 (News)
  of the Group 4 era in mid-1970s, Lancia introduced the mid-engined Stratos. That ushered the age of the rallying supercar. Audi went one better when the quattro hit the championship in 1981, proving that even though its car was large and heavy, four-wheel drive gave it an undeniable advantage. Group B
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  Mitsubishi announces Autumn deals 1 Oct 2013 (News)
  with the £1,000 off launch offer Win a Mirage for a year competition closes end of November 2013 – Take a test drive for your chance to win Available from £125 a month Outlander Now available with a £1,000 contribution towards your
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  Regent Street motor show promises to be the largest yet 25 Sep 2013 (News)
  streets while Aston Martin was founded locally in Chelsea by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford way back in 1913. Other motor manufacturers including BMW and Renault will also be showcasing their latest models. Adding to the sense of history more than 100 pre-1905 veteran cars driving to Brighton
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Vauxhall reveals updated Insignia VXR 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  , with 325PS and a 0-60mph time of 5.9 seconds for the hatchback and 6.1 seconds in the Sports Tourer. Gearboxes remain the same too, with the option of a six-speed manual or automatic.  Revisions have been made to the Insignia’s all-wheel-drive system, to improve the car’s stability
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Volkswagen to launch all-electric Up and Golf 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  . That means a 0-62mph time of 10.4 seconds. Like the Up it has two driving modes, Eco and Eco+, plus four activate regenerative braking modes designed to help extend the maximum range. Standard features include automatic climate control, satellite navigation, a heated windscreen, LED daytime running
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  Anglia Car Auctions to sell Jeremy Clarkson's Jag 9 Aug 2013 (News)
  , when the dew has evaporated, it's coated once more in dust. So I have to clean it again. In a month, I've spent 42 hours driving it and 420 hours washing it and I cannot even begin to tell you what a chore this is.” With a guide price of £2,500 to £4,500, thid extre 'clean' Jag
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  Heritage extends cover to future classics 31 Jul 2013 (News)
  of Owners Clubs and those with advanced driving qualifications. Customers can also take advantage of free European cover. Chris Wilkinson, Senior Partner at Heritage Classic Car Insurance, said: 'Some cars including those that had a limited production run need to be protected and cherished