READY FOR THE OFF... The first proper snowfall of the year in Scotland has given the crews taking part in this year’s historic rally run to Monte Carlo, an early taste of what lies ahead of them. Big crowds are expected to turn out tomorrow night in Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire for the UK start of the classic rally, the only British start point of six European cities for a range of classic … [Read more...]
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Monte Carlo Rally starters soon to depart from West Dunbartonshire
It’s almost Monte Carlo time in West Dunbartonshire! Bailie Denis Agnew, West Dunbartonshire Council’s Cultural Committee Convener, met with Monte Carlo officials this week as the final preparations for the world-famous sporting event got underway in Clydebank. More than 80 cars are expected to be flagged off from Aurora Avenue in the town on January 30, as the Scottish starting point for the … [Read more...]
MG ‘Z’ models disappearing fast… Don’t let yours be one of them!
MG CAR CLUB & ZED REGISTER LAUNCH CAMPAIGN TO SAVE OUR ZEDS Kim Henson reports... It is widely known that MG ZR, ZS and ZT models are disappearing from our roads fast; however, recent figures show just how rapid the decline has been – and continues – with over 78% of the cars ever built already gone. I was fortunate enough to be invited to the original press launch of the 'Z' … [Read more...]
Half-Term powerful automotive fun at the British Motor Museum
Explore the Science of POWER at the British Motor Museum! Throughout the half term from 16 – 24 February the British Motor Museum is encouraging children to explore POWER and the science behind it! Children of all ages will be able to find out all about the jet powered cars at the Museum, as well as have a go at making their own ‘jet’ car, and enjoying daily science shows, family trails and … [Read more...]
Music on the road – Classic 1970s melodies beat the modern sounds!
DRIVERS DITCH MODERN MUSIC FOR CLASSIC 1970s HITS Over 90% of drivers say music makes them feel happy and 84% often or always listen to music in the car SEAT survey of 2,000 drivers reveals UK’s top songs to feel good when in the car Research follows SEAT’s backing for inaugural Music 4 Mental Health (M4MH) gig Watch M4MH’s presenter Jordan Stephens talk about mental health issues … [Read more...]
60 years of classic Minis – acknowledged by the British Motor Museum
British Motor Museum celebrates 60 years of the iconic Mini! The British Motor Museum will pay homage to 60 years of the unique British Mini with a number of special events throughout the year. Starting with three weeks of ‘Mini Madness’ family activities during the Easter school holidays followed by two special events in August. On Saturday 3 August there will be an attempt to set a new … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum Events for 2019
British Motor Museum announces extensive events programme & new exhibition for 2019 The British Motor Museum has announced a schedule of over 16 unique motoring shows for 2019, including the return of its popular adult workshops Living with a Classic Experience Day and Classic Virgins Experience Day as well as an exciting new exhibition ‘The Car. The Future. Me’ which opens on 13 July. The … [Read more...]
Magnificent Monte Carlo Rally 2019 features a Clydebank starting point
Monte Carlo looks to Clydebank for classic rally start… Latest details have been released about the quality of entries for the Clydebank start next month of the 2019 historic rally run to Monte Carlo. It is the second time the town has hosted the prestigious event, with thousands turning out to watch the event when it last started there in 2012. It is the only British start point of six … [Read more...]
Austin A30/A35 book – available via Kim at Wheels-Alive…
Austin A30/A35 – Read all about these small but big-hearted classics... Kim tells more... It is more than 50 years since the very last Austin A35 (a van version) came off the production line, but in fact the story of these cars dates back to the late 1940s, when the Austin Motor Company was instrumental in earning vital Dollars for Britain (following the financially crippling War effort), and … [Read more...]
Christmas present possibilities from the British Motor Museum
British Motor Museum – they say that they have everything all wrapped up for Christmas with unique gift ideas! The British Motor Museum has everything all wrapped up for Christmas, whether it’s a day out admiring over 300 British classic cars or a thoughtful and unique gift. New for this year is a special Museum gift package which includes 2 admission tickets and a souvenir guide … [Read more...]
Mercedes-Benz classic sports car restoration by Hemmels of Cardiff
A Welsh car business is turning out new for old gold. Robin Roberts tells all... Hemmels of Cardiff is probably one of the least known success stories in the Welsh automotive sector but it is rapidly gaining recognition around the world. It specialises in nut and bold regeneration of classic Mercedes-Benz sports cars, and prices for their year-long rebuilt models begin at £225,000. For … [Read more...]
Festive Fun at the British Motor Museum
Plenty of Festive Family Fun on offer at the British Motor Museum! The British Motor Museum is inviting families to join in with plenty of motoring-themed festive fun from 8 - 23 December. Activities include a Christmas Trail, Elf Tours, Christmas craft weekends and ‘Meet the Explainers,’ whilst in the New Year there is lots on offer including a brand new Mini Trail celebrating the iconic car’s … [Read more...]
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Exhibition opens at Beaulieu
This is a ‘Must see’ – It’s fantasmagorical, in fact… Chris Adamson was there to see the display unveiled… (Words by Chris; photos by Chris except where individually credited). Say the name Ian Fleming to anyone and they will automatically link the English author with his James Bond novels forever immortalised on the silver screen – but how many will remember that Fleming also penned the … [Read more...]
Low mileage 1968 Ford Anglia donated to the British Motor Museum
A fine example of an Anglia goes on show for the nation to see and enjoy... A rare, low mileage 1968 Ford Anglia 123E Super has been kindly donated to the British Motor Museum by Chris and Michael Gates. The car, which is in fantastic condition with only 32,000 miles on the clock, has been in their family since new and was originally owned by Chris's Grandmother. It is now located on the Museum’s … [Read more...]
Classics news… Which models are appreciating in value?
Big Data helps pick future classics... Robin Roberts reports. Used car buyers with a keen eye for an investment could be set to benefit from a new online tool that reveals the cars that are appreciating and could become collectors’ items. ‘Future classics’ created by automotive data and valuations expert HPI is an online site that allows users to find out which cars are likely to … [Read more...]
Clydebank to host 2019 Monte Carlo Rally start
Clydebank is a 2019 Monte Carlo Rally starting point, with thousands of spectators expected... Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire has been chosen as the Scottish starting point for the Monte Carlo car rally next year. The world-famous event will see dozens of classic vehicles flagged off from Aurora Avenue in the town and is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the area. The cars will … [Read more...]
50 Not Out – The Great Dorset Steam Fair
From small beginnings in the late 1960s, the Great Dorset Steam Fair has grown to become the largest and most well known event of its type in the world. Kim Henson was there again this year for the unique '500 at 50' event… Loved for its huge variety of vintage and classic vehicles (including cars, commercials, military vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles), ancient machinery of all types, … [Read more...]
A Morris Minor in Sri Lanka…
MINOR ACHIEVEMENTS... Kim says, "Spotted in Sri Lanka by our ‘roving reporter’ Owen Llewellyn-Roberts was this Morris Minor Series II, appearing to be in great condition". The Minor was introduced in 1948 in 918cc sidevalve ‘MM’ form (essentially using the engine from the Morris Eight Series ‘E’, itself derived from the Morris Eight motor used from 1934). In 1952, following the bringing … [Read more...]
Beaulieu International Autojumble 2018 – Wheels-Alive was there!
Kim Henson has attended every ‘Beaulieu’ since 1978, and describes this, THE biggest autojumble in Britain. In fact Beaulieu Autojumble is the original such event, the biggest in Europe and widely acknowledged to be the best… (Photographs by Kim, plus additional shots, individually and gratefully acknowledged with thanks, provided by Chris Adamson). Enthusiasts (in their droves!) made their way … [Read more...]
Hazel Chapman and the 100,000th Lotus – in the firm’s 70th anniversary Celebrations
Lotus 70 not out... Widow of Lotus founder joins sports car company’s celebrations Helping mark the 70th anniversary of Colin Chapman’s first car 100,000th Lotus built in tribute to Team Lotus racer Jim Clark Commissioned to support the Jim Clark Trust Enter the competition to win the car at www.jimclarklotus.com Joining the celebrations for one of the world’s most … [Read more...]
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