Looking back at the future... A headline exhibition at the National Motor Museum will look at future visions of the motor car from the past, ideas that have become reality and future visions still to be realised. Motopia? Past Future Visions will showcase a journey through 130 years of future thinking about automobility. They tell us: (Images: © National Motor Museum © Todd and … [Read more...]
Classics
Join ‘Bessie the Bus’ for her birthday bash at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon
Bessie the Bus to celebrate her centenary, at The British motor Museum... Plus there are many other Easter weekend activities to take place there... They tell us: (All words and photograph from The British Motor Museum). Visitors are invited to join ‘Bessie the Bus’ for her birthday bash at the British Motor Museum this Easter from 1 – 16 April. Bessie is an AEC S-type Bus on long term loan … [Read more...]
Free of charge Gaydon Gatherings at the British Motor Museum during 2023…
Dates announced for British Motor Museum's free of charge Gaydon Gatherings in 2023... The British Motor Museum’s 'Gaydon Gathering' events return on Tuesday 11 April 2023 from 5pm – 8:30pm. Informal, fun evenings aimed at motoring enthusiasts, these events are free to attend, taking place outside on the Museum's arenas on the second Tuesday of each month. Up to 500 vehicles attended last year’s … [Read more...]
Touring Car Treats at Donington Historic Festival, 29th/30th April 2023
Classic Touring Car action to savour at the end of April at Donington... Donington tells us: Touring Car fans are in for an absolute treat at this year’s Donington Historic Festival (29/30 April), with five spectacular races featuring the ever-popular tin-tops. Coming just a week after Donington Park plays host to today’s cars and stars with the opening round of the Kwik Fit BTCC, the Festival … [Read more...]
National Motor Museum seeks new Chair of Trustees
The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, is looking for a new Chair of Trustees to help lead the museum into a bright future... They tell us: (Words and photograph from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum is looking for a new chair of its board of trustees, someone with the skills and ambition to help shape and drive forward its future. The successful volunteer will join the National Motor … [Read more...]
The Little Car Company showcases its vehicles on the frozen lake at St. Moritz
Classic designs in scaled down form by The Little Car Company put through their paces at St. Moritz... They tell us: (All words and photographs from The Little Car Company). The Little Car Company recently showcased four of its scaled, electrified icons at the International Concours of Elegance at St. Moritz between 24-25 February Visitors were able to test drive the Bugatti … [Read more...]
This year’s Land Rover Show at The British Museum, Gaydon, is on 7th and 8th May
The British Museum's 'Land Rover Show' will celebrate the 75th anniversary of this iconic marque... They tell us: (All words and photograph from The British Museum). The Gaydon Land Rover Show will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Land Rover marque when it takes place on 7 & 8 May at the British Motor Museum. The dedicated and hugely popular show will once again showcase … [Read more...]
Mercedes-Benz SL300 ‘Gullwing’ with regal provenance lands at Beaulieu
Mercedes 300SL 'Gullwing', previously owned and enjoyed by the late King Hussein of Jordan, arrives at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu... They tell us: One of the most beautiful and desirable motor cars ever built is the latest exhibit to take its place at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The distinctive Gullwing Mercedes 300SL was originally supplied by Mercedes-Benz Great … [Read more...]
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu looks ahead to an exciting year
Events and exhibitions coming up this year at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu... (All photographs from Beaulieu). They tell us: Those with an interest in the motoring heritage can discover more about the National Motor Museum and its collections with a new calendar of exhibitions, displays, behind-the-scenes tours, talks, vehicle meets, and family events. National Motor … [Read more...]
The Real Italian Car Company launches – with real classic Fiat 500s!
Fancy a classic Fiat 500 rebuilt in line with your personal wishes? The newly-established Real Italian Car Company can help you fulfil your dream... The Real Italian Car Company has been set up by three devotees of this much-loved, big-hearted and still highly effective Italian classic automotive 'baby'. They tell us: London and Lucca, February 28, 2023 The Real Italian Car Company … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum adds a second motorcycle exhibition in conjunction with Triumph
'History in the Making' – a new exhibition at The British Motor Museum, in collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles... The British Motor Museum tells us: The British Motor Museum has expanded its visitor appeal and opened another exciting motorcycle exhibition in a new collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles. The first exhibition opened last July to celebrate one of its most iconic road and race … [Read more...]
Seatbelt laws – clarification (especially relating to classics)
What classic (and other) vehicle owners need to know about seatbelt laws... Quotezone.co.uk tells us: Classic car owners are being told to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws in old vehicles, else risk a hefty fine and penalty points. Motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have clarified what the UK seatbelt laws means for classic car drivers, and researched the rules … [Read more...]
Audi TT quattro Sport – More miles, more fun, lower costs!
Driving on to Happiness... More driving miles, fewer repair bills=More private owner happy places! In the sixth instalment of this series, Jeremy Walton updates us with news of his quattro sport’s repairs, updates and miles munched. Back in September 1995, two significant sporty automotive newcomers were unveiled in the vast halls of Germany’s Frankfurt international motor show. Both proved … [Read more...]
Beaulieu adds ‘Picturepath’ to its facilities, to assist visitors with additional needs
Beaulieu teams up with Picturepath to further support visitors with additional needs. They tell us: Beaulieu is delighted to announce a brand-new partnership with Picturepath, a mobile application service, aimed at creating a more inclusive environment for everyone. Beaulieu has always been committed to providing the best possible access for every visitor and this new partnership is … [Read more...]
The Little Car Company introduces the Bugatti Baby II Configurator
Bespoke Bugatti brought to life: The Little Car Company launches cutting-edge Bugatti Baby II configurator. They tell us: The Little Car Company launches innovative Bugatti Baby II configurator Allows customers to design their own specification, personalised to their taste Cutting-edge augmented reality technology places the customers design at 100% scale, directly in front of … [Read more...]
The British Motor Museum teams up with Lotus Cars for an evening
British Motor Museum to host an exclusive evening with Lotus Cars... They tell us... The British Motor Museum is to host an exciting new evening event on Monday 27 February - ‘An Evening with Lotus Cars’. Visitors can join Russell Carr (Design Director) and Gavan Kershaw (Attributes Director) from Lotus Cars for an interactive discussion of the Lotus Emira. The evening will be hosted by Steve … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s Caravan For The Community
A Caravan For The Community – a Sprite 400 takes centre stage! They tell us: (Note: All photographs from Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has recently acquired one of the most popular caravans of the 20th Century – a Sprite 400 touring caravan. Built in 1971, the caravan will be used by the Museum’s Learning Team to enable families to step back in time both at the Museum and … [Read more...]
Beaulieu’s big plans for the future revealed…
Grand plans, a fresh outlook and new displays/events for Beaulieu for 2023 and beyond... They tell us: (All photographs from Beaulieu). Work begins on ambitious new plans for the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, while an exciting exhibition tells stories from the past to take you on a journey to the future of motoring. Brand new Simply Tesla joins the 2023 events line-up and outdoor … [Read more...]
Colour-themed activities at the British Motor Museum this next half-term
Discover a palette of activities at The British Motor Museum this half-term... They tell us: Families can discover a palette of possibilities with a range of colour themed activities at the British Motor Museum during half term from 11 – 26 February. Children can take a colourful stroll through the Museum with the Colour Creator Trail, build a colourful 'ArtBot', enjoy a family Colour in the … [Read more...]
2022 was a record year for BMH replacement body shells
BMH celebrates a record year for its replacement body shells, including its first Midget shell since 2019... They tell us: Adding the requirements for such ‘new’ classics as the Mini Remastered, RBW Electric MGB and Frontline MGB to the ongoing stream of Mini and MGB bodyshells sought by those restoring original vehicles made 2022 a record year of manufacture for British Motor Heritage (BMH). … [Read more...]
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