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Get into the driving groove…Jaguar Mark X 4.2 purchased by Madonna going under the hammer Madonna fans and classic car enthusiasts will thank their ‘lucky star’ as they have the chance to own a Jaguar once purchased by the international music sensation. Bought by Madonna in 2021 for use by her son Rocco Ritchie, this rare 1967 […]
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1970 Ford Escort Mexico, believed to be the oldest surviving AVO car, going under the hammer A 1970 Ford Escort Mexico, believed to be the oldest known surviving Ford Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) car, is up for auction with H&H Classics. The highly significant model, which is just one of a handful of ‘launch’ ...
Meyers Manx Celebrates 60th Anniversary and European Debut of 2.0 Electric Prototype with spectacular Buggy Parade Meyers Manx kicked off its 60th anniversary bringing nostalgia and innovation together for a global audience with a spectacular parade featuring over 80 Meyers Manx dune buggies at the Goodwood Revival on the 6th of September. The parade marked a [&...
Based on the iconic Renault 17 sports coupé, R17 electric restomod x Ora Ïto is a sculptural retake on the model launched in 1971. Unique collaborations that take a fresh look at iconic modelsSince 2021, Renault has presented a number of unique creative projects that take a fresh look at its exceptional heritage and the emblematic […]
Pimp your P6! In a recent video on the UK Barn Finds YouTube channel, we found this Optional Equipment For Rover Cars brochure in the glovebox of a garage find 1973 Rover P6 3500. Here it is, in greater detail. Which options would you have chosen? Prices seem so cheap now, but bear in mind […]
1983 classic Mini ‘Mentley’ wins UK leg of the Hot Wheels Legends Tour – with a chance of becoming the next legendary die-cast toy A 1983 Austin Mini, remodelled with styling to evoke the classic Bentley Speed 8s of the 1920s, was named as the winner of the 2024 Hot Wheels Legends Tour UK – […]
Austin Pedal Cars to celebrate 75 Years of the J40 with historic display in the Royal Automobile Club Rotunda in London 2024 marks 75 years of the beloved Austin J40 pedal car, which launched in 1949. Over 32,000 cars were made at the Austin J40 factory in Bargoed, South Wales and, in 2023, Austin Pedal […]
Manufactured in 1914 – only a year after the company that would become Aston Martin was founded – ‘Coal Scuttle’ was sold by the firm in 1924 and later disappeared The search is on for a priceless piece of British luxury car brand Aston Martin’s earliest history. A1 was the very first car to be […]
23-time Isle of Man TT winner John McGuinness MBE, nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, seven-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson and four-time IndyCar Champion Dario Franchitti will all race on sustainable fuel Goodwood Revival is delighted to share details of the drivers and riders who will be attending the 2024 event, and, as ever, the […]
REVS Pilgrim Tour 2024 – Oct 11th-13th – StarterMotor supports REVS for the fourth Pilgrim Tour REVS is delighted to partner with StarterMotor for its fourth annual Pilgrim Tour this October, which provides car enthusiasts the chance to drive some stunning ancient routes in Wales. This new collaboration will allow two specially nominated automotive enthusiasts […]