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Our favourite 70 year old classics
- 25th August, 2022
This year’s Platinum Jubilee got us thinking about some of the cars that would have been seen on the road back in 1952, when HM Queen Elizabeth II took the throne.
MEET THE OWNER – THE HIRST FAMILY HILLMAN MINX SERIES IIIC
- Andrew Roberts |
- 24th August, 2022
One of the many joys of watching films and television re-runs on Talking Pictures TV is the opportunity to marvel at the vehicles in the background.
MEET THE OWNER – STEVE HAIGH AND HIS INVAULABLE 1980 VOLVO 244DL
- Andrew Roberts |
- 24th August, 2022
In the early 1980s, taking delivery of a new car was arguably even more of an event than it is today.
CHEVROLET CORVAIR LAKEWOOD
- Andrew Roberts |
- 24th August, 2022
Perusing the classic classifieds is often a fascinating experience, particularly when discovering rare cars from the USA. Even in its homeland, the Lakewood is an unusual sight and the odds of finding this 1961 ‘700’ version in the Home Counties is probably a million to one.
What to take in your campervan to a festival
- 22nd August, 2022
There can be few more delightful activities than bundling the family into the campervan and heading off to a festival. But how do you make sure that the experience goes as smoothly as possible? Read on for our top tips on happy festival campervanning. And remember, before you head off on your adventures, you'll always need specialist campervan insurance in the UK.
Audi Quattro buyer's guide
- 22nd August, 2022
"Fire up the Quattro!" became a much-loved catchphrase as the time-travelling, 1980s-set cop drama Ashes to Ashes dominated the TV schedules back in 2008-2010. The show's huge popularity had an interesting range of consequences, among them a renewed interest in the music and fashions of a (sometimes unfairly maligned) decade.
What will happen to classic cars when petrol is banned?
- 19th August, 2022
For all UK car owners, there is one very significant deadline coming fairly quickly down the track. That is the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles, which is due to come into effect from 2030.
Modern classic: the Vauxhall Astra
- 19th August, 2022
We’re here to celebrate an absolute mainstay of British motoring for over 40 years. Yes, the Vauxhall Astra has maintained its position, across its eight generations to date, as one of the UK's most popular family hatchbacks.
Modern classic cars in 2022 for first time owners
- 18th August, 2022
So, you're thinking of buying your first classic car. Exciting times! But what motor from yesteryear will suit you best?
Best caravan and campervan pitches in 2022
- 17th August, 2022
If you've spent time in your campervan, you’ll know the UK is blessed with legions of wonderful, campervan-friendly campsites. These range from basic – a toilet and a shower block – to pampering, with onsite restaurants, kids' playrooms and more. Here are just a few of our favourites from around the UK.
How to drive on the autobahn
- 17th August, 2022
Think of the word ‘autobahn’ and what mental image springs to mind? Chances are that it's either a certain hypnotic groove by German synth pioneers Kraftwerk… or a luxurious German saloon cruising down a well-maintained motorway, with no care for the speed limit. Yes, as many motorists know, the autobahn system – Germany's motorway network – has certain sections where no speed limit is in place. That, according to your driving personality (and the car you drive), probably either sounds quite exciting or somewhat frightening.
How to register a vehicle of historic interest
- 16th August, 2022
As we've discussed elsewhere on this blog, once a car becomes 40 years old it becomes eligible for what's known as 'Vehicle of Historical Interest' status. In most, although (as we are about to see) not all cases, this means that the owner of the vehicle no longer has to pay vehicle tax on the car, or submit it for an annual MOT.
The Renault 4 Plein Air – A Celebration
- Andrew Roberts |
- 10th August, 2022
It is the late 1960s, and you are hip, groovy, and generally “with-it”. You also crave beach transport with greater comfort than the Mini Moke can hope to offer, and Renault is now offering an open-top version of the 4 – the Plein Air.
THE FIAT X1/9 AT 50
- Andrew Roberts |
- 10th August, 2022
Fifty years ago, Fiat introduced three important new models – the 126, the 132, and a small mid-engine sports car greeted with some apprehension by many a Triumph and MG dealer.
