Classic and Collector Car News, Features and Interviews.
The London to Brighton Veteran Car Run reached its milestone 125th anniversary over the weekend, with 300 pioneering veteran cars and their drivers and passengers setting off on the annual pilgrimage from the capital to the south coast. Darkness still shrouded Hyde Park as the drivers and their participants gathered round their vintage vehicles on Sunday 7th November, the sun gradually making it appearance as the cars headed out of…
The Porsche 911 is a masterpiece and an icon. No wonder the car has been around for what feels like forever; it certainly does have a well-earned place in history. Over the years, there have been many different versions of this specific set of wheels, but one thing that has remained consistent is how well this design is. The iconic Porsche 911 was first introduced to the public in 1963….
British Racing Motors has confirmed that it has reached an agreement to build the second of the three all-new P15 V16 racing cars for collector Richard Mille. The new V16 will join a unique assembly of historic racing cars owned by Mille, including the world’s biggest collection of original BRMs. Richard Mille, more famous for the exclusive global luxury watch business that carries his name, has the world’s most extensive…
Cars can be a huge investment and the cost tends to stretch far beyond the original asking price, particularly when considering the price of insurance, fuel, and replacement parts. They are a necessity for many, however, so occasionally, biting the bullet and making it work is a must. And when you own a classic, these costs are an accepted part of owning and being a custodian of an old car….
Your car is your pride and joy. You depend on it for everything – from transporting you to and from work to keeping you safe while you’re on the road. Most people take their car for granted and sometimes forget to take good care of it. Life can get busy and sometimes we just expect things to work when we need them. If you own a classic then the chances…
Automobili Lamborghini was founded in 1963 and quickly established itself as a pioneering luxury sports car manufacturer that set new standards across the industry. The upstart supercar builder owed its rise to the passion and creativity of its engineers, production technicians, and innovators, who utilized their visionary spirit to shape the brand of the Bull into one of the most prestigious and legendary names in automotive history. Ultimately it was…
Maserati is celebrating the 55th anniversary of the stunning Ghibli, which was unveiled to the world on 3 November 1966 at the Turin Motor Show. Hailed as a new interpretation of the Gran Turismo concept, the two-seater coupé was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro. The name recalled a wind, a tradition that continues to this day with the Grecale, part of the Trident brand’s new era. The Ghibli is a powerful,…
Aston Martin is marking the anniversary of the original V12 Vanquish, which was first revealed 20 years ago. The new supercar debuted at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show and was the most sophisticated and technologically advanced model produced by Aston Martin. The new V12 Vanquish instantly became Aston Martin’s flagship model. It was built at Newport Pagnell and used cutting edge technology such as a drive-by-wire throttle and Formula 1…
RML has unveiled the first images of the Carbon Fibre Body it has created for its new Short Wheelbase. The construction stage of “Car Zero”has seen the completion of the body, less the panels, with the front and rear clams dry fitted to the modified chassis. The exciting contemporary take of the classic GT was first announced by RML in May this year, with further renderings of the Ferrari V12…
It is often said that fans of Alfa Romeo hold the marque on a pedestal, one that is akin to an almost religious like devotion. For many Alfisti, worshiping at the altar of the Italian car maker is as much a spiritual experience as it is physical. You see out of all the Italian car manufacturers, it could be argued that Alfa Romeo is the one that captures the true soul,…