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Lamborghini has unveiled a new series of Countach LPI 800-4 posters for its limited edition super sports car. First announced in August 2021 to mark the 50th Anniversary year of the original Countach, the new LPI 800-4 has been honoured in a series of special artworks that are set to adorn the walls of future generations of car lovers. The futuristic limited edition Countach LPI 800-4, which has been limited…
Rally the Globe has announced it is launching the Alaska to Mexico Marathon which is set to take place in 2023. The new rally will replaced the Road to Hanoi Marathon which has been deferred until 2024, due to political unrest in Myanmar. Alaska to Mexico Marathon will take in some of the most spectacular scenery in North America and participants will cross no fewer than 38 lines of latitude…
Series 6 of Salvage Hunters Classic Cars has arrived with 5 brand new episodes premiering on Quest from Wednesday 5th January. This time round Drew Pritchard and Paul Cowland take on a fascinating and eclectic mix of classics, from an early Lotus Esprit to a feisty Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV. And in response to feedback from fans, the show has dedicated each episode of this series to one car. Which…
David Brown Automotive has announced it has delivered the first Mini Remastered Oselli Edition to a customer in Scandinavia. The Oselli Edition was unveiled in May last year, it is the race ready edition of the acclaimed Mini Remastered city car. And in the coming months, customers in North America, Asia and across Europe will receive their vehicles. Each Mini Remastered, Oselli Edition is made totally bespoke and this particular…
Globally renowned for its original specification classic wiper and mirror products, British Motor Heritage (BMH) subsidiary Tex Automotive is now offering an ever-increasing range of enthusiast car parts and accessories, plus a mouth-watering selection of rare or, in some cases, unique ‘mint and boxed’ model cars. A collectors’ goldmine, the selection has been amassed over many years by BMH in its role as global licensee for the Austin, Austin-Healey, MG,…
If you own a classic car, you stand to lose considerably more in the event of a car accident, aside from the obvious damage and injuries that come with a car accident. Your classic vehicle is simply not up to par with current automobiles. This is something that any collector would understand. However, just because you place such a high value on your vehicle and will most likely be driving…
Take to the Road would like wish all its readers a very Happy Christmas and I would like to thank you for your support and readership during the year. 2021 has sure been challenging one and for a while it looked like the classic car season would remain under lockdown for much of the year. Thankfully many of us were fortunate enough to be able to get out and about,…
The Ferrari Breadvan, chassis number 2819 GT, is probably one of the most famous Ferrari’s in the world. Born from the fallout of the infamous “Palace Coup” at Maranello, it came to signify one mans challenge to Enzo Ferrari. In his new book “Breadvan – A Ferrari To Beat The GTO”, journalist and author Richard Heseltine charts the colourful story that lead to the birth of the famous and controversial…
Goodwood has announced it is adding two new races to 79th Members’ Meeting racing calendar. Taking place from 9 – 10 April 2022, the inaugural A.F.P Fane and Robert Brooks Trophies will join returning favourites such as the Gerry Marshall Trophy and a new format for the Hailwood Trophy. Full details of the Goodwood 79th Members’ Meeting races are as follows: A.F.P Fane Trophy – NEW Named after legendary Frazer…
Derbyshire based restoration firm Fifteen Eleven Design have restored the 1980 Williams FW07/04 Formula 1 car that Alan Jones used in his World Championship title-winning season. The project involved extensive recommissioning of the iconic racer, which was shipped from its home in Saudi Arabian to the firms base in Bakewell in Derbyshire. On arrival the F1 racer was dismantled and the firms team of experts embarked on a painstaking eight-week…