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Dunlop/Gambia MSA British Historic Rally Championship, Pirelli Historic Ral
2008-04-27 00:00:00
Click on the picture to enlarge The Kielder region proved up to its daunting reputation on round two of the 2008 Dunlop/Gambia MSA British Historic Rally Championship , the Pirelli Historic Rally on 18/19 April. While the unforgiving ditches caught out some of the leading contenders and mechanical dramas accounted for others, a tremendous performance from Darren Moon and John McNichol (Escort Mk2) netted category three spoils. Unfortunately, a major accident befell Jimmy McRae/Andy Richardson (Porsche 911RS) on the penultimate stage when battling for the category. In category one, Patrick Watts and Elgan Davies set a scorching pace in the Sunbeam Tiger to win the category and set times that put them up with the top six category two and three crews. Meanwhile, in category two, a fine run for Rupert Lomax/David Alcock (Escort Mk2) brought them a first BHRC victory on their debut event in the region. Overall, the event was well received by the 65-strong historic entry, with everyone...
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Broadbent?s Classic victory hopes deflated at Targa Tasmania
2008-04-20 00:00:00
Click on the picture to enlarge The hopes of Melbourne?s Rex Broadbent for back-to-back victories in the Shannons Classic Outright competition of this year?s Targa Tasmania were severely deflated on Tasmania?s West Coast when he suffered tyre problems on the penultimate stage of Day 4. One of the soft compound front tyres of his 1974 Porsche 911 RS replica began deflating in the Bastyan Dam penultimate stage of the day, but sealant applied to stem the leak during the following transport section caused major steering vibrations. As a result, he and NSW co-driver John Lilleyman lost 54 seconds to his key rivals on the following Reece Dam final stage and he limped to the finish with the tyre still deflating. Because the roll cage of his former circuit-racing Porsche does not allow space for a spare tyre to be carried, Broadbent was trying to borrow one from anther competitor overnight. If successful, he will incur a two minute time penalty, which will drop him to second place ? 24...
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Targa day four produces drama and some favourites
2008-04-20 00:00:00
Click on the picture to enlarge South Australia Steve Glenney has further increased his lead in the Modern Competition on day four of Targa Tasmania, and will start day five in Strahan on Sunday morning carrying the hopes of Mitsubishi?s first victory in the tarmac classic. Glenney holds a 57 second advantage over Jim Richards after blitzing the day?s seven stages across 130 competitive kilometres. Even Richards, the only man in a position to mount any sort of challenge, knows that Glenney, barring an error, is probably out of reach. Rex Broadbent arrived in Strahan on Saturday evening in his Porsche 911 RS still leading the Outright Classic competition, but he may well drop off the top of the leader board if he decides to change a tyre and take a two-minute penalty. He currently leads Gavin James? Porsche 944 S2 by only one minute 36 seconds after dropping 54 seconds on the final stage when a re-inflated tyre threw his car out of balance and made it difficult to drive. His pro...
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VIP Preview of the David Christenholz Collection at Scottsdale, AZ
2008-04-20 00:00:00
See the 21 superb musclcars at a special preview Scottsdale Airpark in Scottsdale January 19 & 20, 2008 Marengo, IL - January 10, 2008 -- Dana Mecum has announced that a special VIP preview of the muscle car collection David Christenholz Collection will be offered at Scottsdale Airpark in Scottsdale, Janaury 19-20, 2008. Mecum in the Morning! If you're going to the Scottsdale auctions why not stop in for breakfast with the Mecum folks and take a look at a world class Muscle Car collection scheduled to be offered at a Mecum auction this coming Spring? A continental breakfast will be served along with a heaping helping of American Muscle Car the mornings of Saturday, January 19th and Sunday, January 20th at the Scottsdale Airpark in Scottsdale. All are Welcome! Grab a danish, a cup of coffee and a sneak peak at the incredible 21 car, and 150 vintage automotive sign collection of David Christenholz. The collection will be on display in Scottsdale at this special preview, and t...
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Sir Stirling Moss OBE to drive famous Jaguar DType through Bradford
2008-04-20 00:00:00
Click on the picture to enlarge Famous racing and film cars from Jaguar ?s Heritage collection will drive through Bradford next Thursday (April 24th) to mark the opening of the UK?s first purpose built motoring theme conference centre. Tony O?Keefe Curator of the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Museum said:? It is not often that people get the chance to see famous cars like this actually driving together. The fact that Sir Stirling will head the convoy in the famous long nose D type that won the 12 hour race at Reims in 1956 will make history in its own right.? Sir Stirling will drive the famous Long Nose D Type Jaguar, 393 RW, from Bradford City Centre, to Albion Mills, Greengates, Shipley to open Speedmaster?s new motoring conference centre. The car, which was driven at Reims by Duncan Hamilton and Ivor Beub, came sixth at the Le Mans 24-hour race, also in 1956, when it was driven by Mike Hawthorn and Ivor Bueb, The cavalcade will also include a Jaguar C Type, NDU 289. It was th...
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Targa Tasmania, the 1974 Porsche 911 increased his lead in the Classic Comp
2008-04-18 00:00:00
Targa tasmania 2008 Classic Comp etition" > Click on the picture to enlarge South Australian Steve Glenney has held his challengers at bay on day three of Targa Tasmania , and holds a comfortable 37 second buffer with two days remaining. Glenney took a 40 second lead into the day over Jim Richards? Porsche 911 GT2, and while the margin has narrowed slightly, he still has a commanding break and is now clearly the man to beat. Another South Australian, Kevin Weeks, driving a Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, has moved up to second place after the eight stages around Tasmania?s North West. Richards slipped one place, but is just two seconds further back and very much in the play as Targa heads west to its next stop in Strahan. Fine and dry conditions have helped to ensure that the leading competitors in Targa Tasmania enjoyed a drama free day today. Rex Broadbent, driving his 1974 Porsche 911 , increased his lead in the Classic Competition and is now nearly two minutes clear of the ...

The 2008 Sipak Sping Classic Car Rally has been successful
2008-04-18 00:00:00
1959 CADILLAC, the new acquisition in John John?s collection of classic vehicles" > Click on the picture to enlarge On Sunday 13th of April the Cyprus Association of Historic & Classic Vehicles organised with great success the Spring Classic car Rally ?Skarinou?. Main attraction, the 1959 CADILLAC, the new acquisition in John John?s collection of classic vehicles.
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40 rare, exotic, classic and modern-day supercars at the British Motor Show
2008-04-18 00:00:00
2007 British International Motor Show " > Click on the picture to enlarge More details have been revealed about the Heritage Enclosure debuting at this summer?s British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August) ? sure to be one of the event?s showpiece attractions. For the price of a standard Motor Show entrance ticket, visitors will be able to roam freely around the Heritage Enclosure?s tented paddocks, housing more than 40 rare, exotic, classic and modern-day supercars. Many of these same motoring icons will be put through their paces on a track which will run around the perimeter of the new attraction ? located in a purpose-built area just outside the main Show halls. The theme for the Heritage Enclosure will be ?Supercars from the Past Five Decades?, and vehicles already confirmed include an Aston Martin DB4 and Lamborghini Miura (1960s); Ferrari Daytona and Lancia Stratos (1970s); BMW M1 and Porsche 959 (1980s); McLaren F1 and Jaguar XJ220 (1990s); Maserat...
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Targa 2008 Classic Results Day 2
2008-04-18 00:00:00
Targa 2008 Classic Results Day 2 (Provisional) 1. 577 Rex Broadbent (VIC), John Lillyman (VIC), 1974 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2. 573 Peter Eames (VIC), Will Logan (TAS), 1974 Porsche Carrera RS +0:58 3. 736 Gavin James (VIC), Neil McLeod, (VIC), 1989 Porsche 944 S2 +1:19 4. 465 Jon Siddins (QLD), Darren Ferguson (QLD), 1970 Datsun 1600 +2:01 5. 718 David Morton (NSW), Malcolm McDonald (NSW), 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo + 2:07 6. 457 Wayne Park (QLD), Graham Copeland (QLD) 1967 Bizzarrini GT America +2:31 7. 413 Steve Coad (VIC), Rachael Coad (VIC), 1971 Holden Monaro GTS +2:56 8. Gary Tierney (VIC), David Carra (VIC), 1974 Porsche 911 Carrera RS +2:57 =9. 555 Geoff Taylor (VIC), Leigh Harper (VIC), 1974 Porsche 911 Carrera RS +3:17 =9. 643 John Ireland (NSW), Michael Ribot (NSW), 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera +3:17

Crushing victory in the 2008 Targa Tasmania Rookie Rallye for Classic Cars
2008-04-18 00:00:00
Gavin James and Neil McDonald in their 1989 Porsche 944 S2" > Click on the picture to enlarge Queenslander David Griffiths has taken a crushing victory the 2008 Targa Tasmania Rookie Rallye for Classic Cars , after the two day event concluded at Longford this afternoon. Driving a 1989 Nissan Skyline GTS-t, Griffiths, with his brother Max calling the pacenotes, finished the event over three minutes clear of the 1974 Porsche 911 of Victorians Aaron Silluzio and Josh Franzi. In third place were fellow Victorians, Shane Woodman and Kylie Kastelic, in their crowd-pleasing 1977 Holden Torana A9X. In the Rookie Rallye for Modern Cars, Victorians Stephen Bradford and Richard Huggins drove their 1999 Subaru Impreza WRX STI to a 45 second victory over the thundering Holden Commodore ute of Launceston?s Michael Nicholls and Peter Locket In a 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Paul Summers and Brendan Anesbury, both from Western Australia, took third place, ahead of local Tasmanian rally stars, David...
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Many top competition cars due to be at the Goodwood Festival of Speed
2008-04-16 00:00:00
Goodwood Festival of Speed " > Click on the picture to enlarge To the earth-shaking accompaniment of over 50 competition racing cars and motorcycles firing into life, The Earl of March announced the key attractions due to appear at this year?s Festival of Speed, being held between 11-13 July. Many top competition cars, motorcycles and road-going supercars due to be at the Festival in July, were gathered in the Park at Goodwood House in West Sussex to celebrate the official unveiling of the plans for the 2008 Festival, now in its 16th year, and firmly established as the world?s greatest celebration of motor sport and automotive culture. Joining the Earl of March to outline his plans for the 2008 event were Anthony Hamilton, the father of Formula 1 superstar Lewis, F1 legends Sir Stirling Moss and Jochen Mass, rally giants Rauno Aaltonen and Russell Brookes, BTCC drivers Andy Rouse, Anthony Reid and John Cleland, and motorcycle heroes Michael Rutter and John Reynolds. Twelve-time w...
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2008-04-16 00:00:00
Group C shakedown at Snetterton. 23 drivers from Group C Racing gathered at Snetterton today (Monday), for their first test of the 2008 season. The day, for Group C endurance racers of the 1980s and early 1990s, offered drivers an opportunity to shake down their vehicles ahead of the new season. Journalist Sam Hancock also tested four cars for an upcoming article in Autosport magazine. Read more on MotorSport Vision News. Rare Stanguellini Delfino to Compete in Grand Prix de Monaco Historique. Sports car racing team Fratelli Auriana has entered a very rare Stanguellini Delfino Formula Junior, made in 1962, in the 2006 Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, which will be held on May 21 following practice sessions on May 20, the weekend before the Formula One Grand Prix de Monaco. read more on FindArticles.
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Final call for Barons? Classic & Collectors? Car, Sandown Park, April 29th
2008-04-16 00:00:00
1937 20/30 Rolls-Royce" > Click on the picture to enlarge Entries are still open for Barons? Classic and Collectors? Car Sale at Sandown Park , Surrey on April 29th, which features a strong entry from British marques. The sale is headlined by the 1921 ex-Henry Royce experimental ?Goshawk? 20hp, believed to be the oldest-surviving example of this ?baby? Rolls-Royce (estimate £30,000-£50,000). Another interesting early Rolls-Royce on offer is the regal 1937 20/30 Limousine with division by Hooper, complete with original chassis sales invoice, specification sheet and coachbuilder?s plans plus bespoke additions list (estimate £18,000-£25,000). A charming 1959 Austin Healey ?Frog Eye? Sprite which has just finished a 25-year nut and bolt restoration offers a good opportunity to acquire an ?as new? classic, with rebuilt engine and gearbox, rebuilt brakes and suspension, new wiring loom, new interior, new hood, new side screens etc. It has been in the same family?s ownership for 39 ye...
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Broadbent takes earl Shannons Classic lead
2008-04-16 00:00:00
Gavin James and Neil McDonald in their 1989 Porsche 944 S2" > Click on the picture to enlarge Victoria?s Rex Broadbent has taken a narrow but intimidating early lead in the Shannons Classic competition of Targa Tasmania at the completion of the event?s first nine of 39 special stages on Day 1. Driving the same 1974 Porsche 911 RS Carrera replica in which he claimed victory in two previous Targa Classic competitions in 2001 and 2007, the CSIRO laboratory manager and his NSW navigator John Lilleyman finished the day 10 seconds clear of Victorian Peter Eames and Tasmanian Will Logan in a similar 1974 Porsche 911. Taking full advantage of the withdrawal of key rivals Bill Pye/Grant Geelan, whose Porsche suffered terminal engine problems after Tuesday?s field-sorting Prologue, Broadbent put in a measured performance to consistently take time off Eames/Logan in the closing stages of the day. ?We?re travelling well,? he said. ?John and I had a few problems with our in-car communication...
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2008-04-16 00:00:00
Concorso Ferrari 2008 in Old Pasadena Vintage to Contemporary Ferraris on Display. Colorado Boulevard will pulse with excitement when 50 to 100 million dollars of the finest vintage and contemporary Ferraris will be on display Sunday, May 18, 2008 10am to 3pm for the Concorso Ferrari 2008. Read more on News Blaze. Dozens of Classic Cars in Mendocino. The California Mille (MILL-ay) salutes Italy?s famed Mille Miglia (thousand mile) race that ran from Brescia to Rome to Brescia from 1927-1957. Cars that could have qualified for the original event are eligible to apply for entry in the California Mille to Mendocino. Read more on mendocinofun.com
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Day one leaves tight fields in all Targa Tasmania Classes
2008-04-16 00:00:00
Targa Tasmania Day 1" > Click on the picture to enlarge Eight time Targa Tasmania winner, Jim Richards, driving a 2008 Porsche 911 GT2, leads the Modern Competition field after the first day of the five-day tarmac rally. The seven-time Bathurst 1000 winner, currently has a one second advantage of South Australian, Steve Glenney, in a Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 9. Another former Bathurst winner, Tony Longhurst, lies third in a Les Walkden Rallying-prepared Subaru Impreza WRX STI, a further three seconds back. In the Classic Competition, 2007 winner, Rex Broadbent, has dominated day one of the event in his 1974 Porsche 911 RS. Broadbent holds a lead of ten seconds over Peter Eames? 1974 Porsche 911 RS, while Bendigo?s Gavin James lies a further 11 seconds in arrears in his 1989 Porsche 944 S2. The Mazda3 MPSs have dominated the Showroom 2WD category, with Rick Bates holding down a nine second lead over his team mate, former World Rally Championship star, Scotland?s Alister McRae. Reig...
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The 2008 Targa Tasmania got underway with the official Temco Prologue
2008-04-16 00:00:00
Targa Tasmania 2008 , Porsche" > Click on the picture to enlarge The 2008 Targa Tasmania got underway with the official Temco Prologue in George Town on Tuesday afternoon, with Matt Close setting the fastest time for the second year running. Driving a 2000 Porsche 911 Turbo, the Burnie-born Close was 2.2 seconds faster than Kevin Weeks in his 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, with eight-time Targa winner Jim Richards, driving his 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 third, a further 1.72 seconds back. The battle among the Classic cars was also tight, with pre-event favourite Bill Pye first, 3.86 seconds clear of arch-rival and 2007 Targa Classic Champion, Rex Broadbent. Both are driving 1974 Porsches - the Carrera 911 RS, but there is now considerable doubt if Pye?s car will make it to the start line at the Country Club on Wednesday morning after experiencing mechanical problems following the Prologue. Leading the way in the 2WD Showroom class in the 4.88 kilometre sprint around the street...
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Tour Auto Lissac 2008 to start from the Castle of Fontainebleau
2008-04-15 00:00:00
Tour Auto Lissac 2008 " > Click on the picture to enlarge The more than 230 cars entered in the 2008 Tour Auto Lissac will gather at the Castle of Fontainebleau, in the main court, for the official start of the rally, on Tuesday 15 April from 8:30 on. In the view of dealing with the Parisian traffic hazards, the competitors wil l leave as they please the Grand Palais magnificent setting earlier in the morning to join Fontainebleau. This is a unique opportunity f or the competitors to be allowed with their cars in this splendid setting named by Emperor Napoleon 1s t the 'House of Centuries, real royal residence'. What a glorious start!!! Actually, if the French Emperor said 'farewell' in the Castle of Fontainebleau, the Tour Auto Lissac competitors will only say 'good bye' before starting their 5-day adventure which will not end in Sainte Hélène, but only in Marseilles. Grand Palais, Castle of Fontainebleau, but also Hospices de Beaune and Palais des Papes in Avignon? The T...
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Ferrari sports and racing cars for sale at Maranello on May 18th
2008-04-15 00:00:00
RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby?s, will offer an exciting line-up of important Ferrari sports and racing cars when they return to Maranello, Italy on May 18th for the much-anticipated ?Ferrari: Leggenda e Passione? auction event. Headlining the list of significant consignments for the single-day event is a pair of rare and ultra-desirable California Spyders, a 1951 Ferrari 212 Inter Coupe Pinin Farina with celebrity provenance, and a 1951 Ferrari 340 America Coupé with a superlative racing history. London, England (April 14, 2008) ? Ferrari aficionados will have a rare opportunity to peruse and bid on some of the marque?s finest ? and oldest ? sports and racing cars next month when RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby?s, returns to Maranello, Italy for their much-anticipated Ferrari: Leggenda e Passione auction event. To be held May 18th at Maranello?s legendary Ferrari factory, the single-day event will present dozens of significant vintage Ferraris for auction, a...
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The Great Race 2008: New York to Paris has been postponed
2008-04-14 00:00:00
Great Race New York to Paris " > Click on the picture to enlarge Bill Ewing, CEO of Great Race Sports, regretfully informed participants that the Great Race 2008: New York to Paris has been postponed as the approval to travel through China has been recalled and the permits have been placed on hold. Given the high level of enthusiasm and support demonstrated for this race, Great Race Sports owners, executives and participants are dedicated to honoring the history of this illustrious race. Great Race Sports is hard at work exploring all options to run this race in honor of the 100th anniversary.
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2008-04-14 00:00:00
This 1950 Samson Indy Car was filmed at the 2008 Canberra 'Wheels' Car Show on Sunday 16 March. I also invite you to have a look at the fantastic collection of videos from www.CARSofAUSTRALIA.com.au on revver. 20th Historic Rally in Cyprus. "A chance to see legendary cars from the history of rallying competing once again, this sporting event is sure to appeal to rally fans of all ages. This is an exciting and entertaining way to use your classic car for competition and no special car preparation is needed. No special driving skills are needed apart from a competitive spirit and common sense." Read more on VisitEurope.com
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Classic Engine and Bodywork Protection Message From Lucas
2008-04-12 00:00:00
Lucas Oil Products for Classic Cars" > Click on the picture to enlarge Lucas Oil has begun its spring car care marketing push by urging garages to make classic car enthusiasts and second car owners aware of the need to take extra care when starting up their cherished models after the prolonged winter break. Most engine wear is caused in the first few seconds after ignition. After prolonged inactivity, most engine oils drain into the sump. Turning the engine over under such circumstances increases the potential for damage as a result of 'dry starting'. Introducing an oil treatment such as Lucas Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer proves a money saver. ?It not only provides immediate engine protection now, but all through the summer too. A film of Lucas Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer remains on the moving parts, keeping them lubricated and eliminating the danger from a 'dry start'. It gives engines the protection they need at start-up,? says Lucas Oil managing director Les Downey. Lucas has ...
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Ferrari sports and racing cars for sale at Maranello auction
2008-04-12 00:00:00
RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby?s, will offer an exciting line-up of important Ferrari sports and racing cars when they return to Maranello, Italy on May 18th for the much-anticipated ?Ferrari: Leggenda e Passione? auction event. Headlining the list of significant consignments for the single-day event is a pair of rare and ultra-desirable California Spyders, a 1951 Ferrari 212 Inter Coupe Pinin Farina with celebrity provenance, and a 1951 Ferrari 340 America Coupé with a superlative racing history. London, England (April 11, 2008) ? Ferrari aficionados will have a rare opportunity to peruse and bid on some of the marque?s finest ? and oldest ? sports and racing cars next month when RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby?s, returns to Maranello, Italy for their much-anticipated Ferrari: Leggenda e Passione auction event. To be held May 18th at Maranello?s legendary Ferrari factory, the single-day event will present dozens of significant vintage Ferraris for auction, a...
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Barons' Classic Italia sale in June at Sandown Park
2008-04-11 00:00:00
1960 Abarth Spider sold by Barons in 2007 for £32,560" > Click on the picture to enlarge Fans of Italia n flair can enjoy la dolce vita at Barons? Classic Italia sale of classic and collectable Italian cars at Sandown Park , Surrey on June 16th/17th. Explaining the appeal of Italian cars, Barons? MD Laurence Sayers Gillan said, ?What Italian cars offer, more than any other, is pure, unadulterated style. While British cars are best known for sturdiness and charm, Germans for rugged purposefulness and Americans for V8 power and chrome, the Italians take first prize for design.? ?In recent years we have seen values of the Alfa Spider firm up, with the early cam tail examples beginning to move upwards. Maserati prices are being helped by the quality of the new cars, and prices of the 308GTB/GTS Ferraris are still very competitive. These are outstanding value, and the Bertone-penned GT4 offers even better value, together with great design and genuine 2+2 seating. Supercars such as th...
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Bonhams to sell the Brain Verrall collection
2008-04-11 00:00:00
A very special collection of motorcycles, cycles and related automobilia is to be sold by Bonhams at its flagship New Bond Street Saleroom in London on 1 September 2008. This highly-prized selection of veteran, vintage and classic machines was the personal collection of the late Brian Verrall, a well-known and highly respected motorcycle dealer. This bespoke hand-picked Collection features over 25 important motorcycles, to include: 1938 Brough Superior SS100, estimate £90,000 ? 110,000 1939 HRD Series A Rapide, estimate £125,000 ? 150,000 1914 Matchless 990cc Model 8B Combination, estimate £18,000 ? 22,000 1927 Zenith 8/45hp KTOR Brooklands racing motorcycle, estimate £120,000 ? 150,000 Also included will be cycles and related motoring memorabilia, such as superb lighting equipment, spares, enamel signs and literature. Brian Verrall started collecting motorcycles in the late 1940s, establishing the London showroom ?Youngs of Tooting? in the 1960s, which soon gained a worldwide re...
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2008-04-11 00:00:00
Vintage cars set stage for opening of Sharjah Heritage Days Around 100 vintage cars participated in a rally organised by the Sharjah Vintage Car Museum on Tuesday to mark the commencement of Sharjah Heritage Days. Models from the 1920s to 1952 and made in France, Germany and the US, including Mercedes, Ford, Citron, Packard, Plymouth, Dodge, Continental, Cadillac, GMC, and MG, were on show. Read more on khaleej times. Fiskens enjoying early season historic races Fiskens, London?s foremost dealers of historic automobiles, have been enjoying the early historic racing season, with Managing Director Gregor Fisken, Sales Manager Will Stone and Showroom Manager Joe Twyman all scoring fine results over the last few weeks in Masters Racing Series events. Read more on Fiskens. LISBON: Classic cars on show this weekend Lisbon will be celebrating 70 years of the illustrious VW Beetle at the three day car show, culminating in a rally through the streets of the capital on Saturday, April 12. ...
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Sir Stirling Moss OBE to drive famous racing car through Bradford
2008-04-11 00:00:00
Cars from Jaguar?s Heritage collection to mark the opening of the UK?s first purpose built motoring theme conference centre. Legendary motor racing driver Sir Stirling Moss is to open the first purpose built conference centre in the country to have a motoring theme. He will drive the famous Long Nose D Type Jaguar, 393 RW, which won the 12-hour race at Reims in 1956 from Bradford City Centre, to Albion Mills, Greengates Bradford on April 24th to open Speedmaster?s new centre. The car, which was driven at Reims by Duncan Hamilton and Ivor Beub, came sixth at the Le Mans 24 hour race, also in 1956, when it was driven by Mike Hawthorn and Ivor Bueb, is to be part of a unique cavalcade. The cavalcade will also include a Jaguar C Type, NDU 289. It was the C type which brought Jaguar its first victory in the Le Mans 24-hour race. This particular car took part in the 1953 Mille Miglia and has represented Jaguar worldwide. James Hanson and his father John Hanson, the owners of Speedmast...
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Opening of Shelby Corner Café to Mark Beginning of NHRA Weekend in Las Vega
2008-04-10 00:00:00
Shelby Automobiles, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (Pink Sheets:CSBI), will kick off the NHRA weekend by opening the new Shelby Corner Café on April 10, 2008. Located on the Shelby Automobiles campus at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Cafe is dedicated to the Shelby legend and gives enthusiasts visiting the track or Shelby facility a place to dine that equals their passion for performance automobiles. An NHRA themed party will commemorate the opening of the Shelby Corner Café on Thursday night. In addition to an appearance by Mr. Shelby, driver Bob Tasca III will appear with his new Ford Shelby GT500 NHRA pro-fuel dragster to sign autographs. Other luminaries like Don ?the Snake? Prudhomme and NHRA Top Fuel Funny Car Champion Robert Height are expected for the ?cackle party? which will begin at 5:30 p.m. that evening. Displays will include Big Daddy Don Garlits? nostalgic ?Swamp Rat? Top Fuel Dragster, Mike Kuhl?s dragster and the Yeakel Plymouth o...
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Philip Blake will be contesting his 13th Targa Tasmania
2008-04-10 00:00:00
Philip Blake will be contesting his 13th Targa Tasmania , which gets underway on April 15, but for this local, the rally is only the start of one big adventure. The author of ?Secret Tasmania? won?t be sitting behind the wheel or driving his beloved Fiat for this year?s event. ?A lot of people recognise my car, but this year I will be navigating for Philip Nichols in his 1958 Austin Healey Sprite.? The Italian Car Club member says it takes someone special and unflappable to be a navigator. ?Being in a car for five days and travelling in fast conditions, the pressure soon starts to build. A driver worries about the current corner they face, while the navigator is already planning an attack for the next two approaching corners.? Blake is not just busily preparing for the start of Targa Tasmania, he is also in the process of organising his car for an international adventure. ?My Fiat will be on the high seas when Targa gets running.? The Fiat fanatic is shipping his 53-year-old cl...

Dunlop/Gambia MSA British Historic Rally Championship, Pirelli Historic Ral
2008-04-10 00:00:00
2008 Dunlop/Gambia MSA British Historic Rally Championship " > Click on the picture to enlarge The second round of the 2008 Dunlop/Gambia MSA British Historic Rally Championship will pit crews against the challenge of the mighty Kielder forest complex in Northumberland for the Pirelli Historic Rally (18/19 April 2008). The crews will tackle four stages on Friday evening and a further three stages on Saturday, starting and finishing with a ceremonial flourish in Carlisle city centre. Category 1 As usual, the oldest cars in category one (pre '68) will run first on the road and a resounding victory on the Robin Hood was just the start that Patrick Watts and Elgan Davies wanted in their Sunbeam Tiger. They'll be going all out to make it two wins from two starts on the Pirelli, as the Porsche 911 pack chase hard. Heading the Porsche challenge will be Dessie Nutt and Geraldine McBride in their familiar Porsche 911, with Dessie sure to enjoy being back in the driver's seat after co-d...