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Classic and vintage car restoration specialist Thornley Kelham, has revealed the full transformation it undertook on a rare Mercedes 300SL Gullwing. The stunning Mercedes was acquired by a highly knowledgeable and critical owner, who directed the Thornley Kelham team to make it perfect, period-correct and finished in anything but silver. The 300SL was the result of Mercedes-Benz’s decision to develop a sports-racing car in 1952. Using the engine, transmission, suspension…

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The Bugatti Owners’ Club and The Little Car Company today announce an official partnership, following the highly successful launch of The Little Car Company’s limited edition Bugatti Baby II. The stamp of approval from the world’s oldest Bugatti Owners’ Club gives the Bugatti Baby II certified status and marks the start of a prestigious relationship between The Little Car Company and the Bugatti Owners’ Club. Founded in 1929 and with…

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On 6 November 1955 the Maserati Tipo 300S, with Juan Manuel Fangio at the wheel, was the first to take the chequered flag at the Venezuela GP, marking the start of two years of major successes that boosted the Trident Brand’s reputation at the international level. Today, Maserati commemorates this important victory to underline its strong connection to the world of motor-racing. In fact, Maserati was born on the track,…

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Britain’s original Formula 1 team, British Racing Motors (BRM), is celebrating its 70th anniversary with the construction of three ‘new’ 16-cylinder race cars – the iconic and awe-inspiring Type 15 Mk1 BRM V16, which is considered by many fans to be the finest sounding racing car in the history of the sport. The first car, which is expected to be delivered next year, will go to the Owen family and…

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Bentley has celebrated the renewal of its complete model range with the hosting of its first live driving event since February. Featuring examples of the entire model range, including the new GT Mulliner in its dynamic debut, and the new Bentayga, the event was held at the newly opened Northamptonshire hotel, The Falcon at Castle Ashby. Beyond the very latest models, Bentley also gave guests rare access to a selection…

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The annual Royal Automobile Club Art of Motoring exhibition traditionally talks place at the Pall Mall Clubhouse as part of London Motor Week and is the premier showcase for British automotive art. Rather than cancelling the 2020 edition due to the pandemic, the Club collaborated with respected motorsport commentator Andrew Marriott and Rupert Whyte of Historic Car Art to curate a virtual event. Now in its sixth year, the Art…

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Discovery has announced today that Wheeler Dealers series 17 will return to the UK for the first time in five years. The new series of Wheeler Dealers will continue to be fronted by Mike Brewer, and by a new mechanic, Marc ‘Elvis’ Priestley, who joins the show as Mike’s new co-host. New presenter Marc previously worked as a Formula One race mechanic for McLaren, and following his stint with the…

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The long and thrilling story of one of the most iconic British sports cars is about to open a new and remarkable chapter. AC Cars is launching a ‘new’ limited series of 12 special cars recreated from the 1963 AC factory Le Mans cars. They will be called the AC Cobra Le Mans electric and retain AC’s proud heritage of power – the motor maybe electric but it has 460…

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