In this first article in a series looking at Vauxhall models through the years, we are shining the spotlight on a milestone model for the Luton-based company, from 117 years ago – the 5 hp 'Light Car'... (All information and photographs from Vauxhall). Built from 1903, Vauxhall’s first year of car production, and known as the ‘Light Car’, the model featured a slow-revving, … [Read more...]
Classics
MG F – 25 years of this modern classic and it’s still looking good
MG F - 25 years is a long time - by Dave Moss, who tells the fascinating story of this model (and the TF)... The MG F, which passed the 25th anniversary of its Geneva Show announcement on March 7th 2020, was a remarkable car. Developed to capitalise on a long and formidably successful heritage defined by its world famous (and subtly reworked) octagon badge, it has left a fitting and indelible … [Read more...]
Keep Your Wheels Alive – We Visit Austin Morris Services at Freshwater, on the Isle of Wight
Kim Henson makes the Wight move and heads to Freshwater to see how Frank Phillips helps the owners of BMC/BL classics (plus other makes and models) to keep their prized vehicles on the road and looking good… (Words and photographs all by Kim, except the Escort Harrier shots – courtesy Frank Phillips). In the course of my work I visit a multitude of vehicle workshops, and it is always cheering … [Read more...]
Suzuki Jimny – Road Test
THE SMALL BUT MIGHTY SUZUKI JIMNY SZ5 ALLGRIP... ...Test-driven by Robin Roberts (and Miles Better News Agency). Every manufacturer loves to cram features into their model to make as much money as possible, but the Suzuki Jimny has something few ever include, a free smile. The standard-spec smile is something so many modern cars lack but the simple Suzuki has it in spades. And then … [Read more...]
On Safari in a Unimog – Motoring For Fun
Rachel Henson describes an exhilarating adventure on the wild, beautiful Yorkshire coast – in search of history and wildlife, and made possible by a classic vehicle... (All words and photographs by Rachel). Wind beat at the drenched tarpaulin, making it hard to hear our guide. It was tied tightly to the sides of the Unimog due to wet and blustery weather. We were on a two-hour long safari at … [Read more...]
Classic Clubs Series – No. 1 – Ford Anglia 105E Owners’ Club
Classic Clubs Series – No. 1 – Ford Anglia 105E Owners’ Club Do you own, drive, or are interested in… an Anglia 105E or 123E, or a Prefect 107E? If so, this club is for you… Kim Henson explains… In this new Wheels-Alive series, over time we shall be looking at the multitude of enthusiastic organisations that help their members to keep their classic vehicles (of various makes, models and types) … [Read more...]
Classics galore change hands at Poole auction…
Chris Adamson reports from the South Western Vehicle Auctions classic sale held on Friday, 31st January... (All words and photographs by Chris). The classic car market has started 2020 on a soft note if the results from the first quarterly auction at South Western Vehicle Auctions in Poole are any indication. While 95 per cent of the lots found buyers most were close to their … [Read more...]
Classic Adventure… Away they go to Monte Carlo
GLASGOW TO MONTE CARLO... THEY ARE OFF ON THEIR WAY! In typically wet Glasgow winter weather tonight a historic Mini from the Sixties led off a massive field of classic cars at the UK start of the Monte Carlo Historique Rally. Fifty-three years after its success in the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally, the actual Mini driven by rally legend Paddy Hopkirk was first off the ramp at the start of the … [Read more...]
Classics all set for Monte Carlo
A wonderful seleection of classics will set off tomorrow (29th January) for a Monte Carlo adventure... Fifty three years after its success in the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally, the actual Mini driven by rally legend Paddy Hopkirk will be first off the ramp at the start of the Historique event in Glasgow’s George Square on Wednesday night. The car with its classic LBL 666D registration plate has been … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum drives on with three senior collections team appointments
New senior staff roles at the British Motor Museum... The British Motor Museum is delighted to announce that it has made three senior appointments at the start of 2020. Stephen Laing, who was previously Curator at the Museum for 25 years, has been promoted to Head of Collections. Stephen, who has also joined the Senior Management Team, is now responsible for the Car, Museum and Archive … [Read more...]
Educational fun ‘STEAM’ fortnight at British Motor Museum in March
British Motor Museum announces STEAM fortnight for Schools in March 2020. The British Motor Museum is pleased to announce a fortnight of STEAM based educational activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths) for Key Stages 2 & 3 from March 2 – 13 2020. Designed to coincide with National Science Week, the Museum will be offering a new range of interactive activities to enhance … [Read more...]
‘Forgotten Favourites’ to be celebrated at this year’s Beaulieu’s International Autojumble
Now rare 'family' cars that were once part of the UK's everyday life, are to be brought back into the limelight at Beaulieu in September... Kim says, "For classic car enthusiasts, Beaulieu's famous International Autojumble is an amazing event and always worth a visit, and this year there will be an additional good reason to attend...". (All photographs courtesy National Motor Museum). For a … [Read more...]
Like to learn a new skill? Classic motoring and photography workshops are being offered at the British Motor Museum this spring…
Are you new to classics, or simply fancy learning a new skill in the spring? Get in touch with the British Motor Museum – they can help! The British Motor Museum is hosting a number of motoring related workshops in March, April and May 2020. These popular workshops enable participants to learn new skills in photography and classic car ownership. Each course includes entry to the Museum so … [Read more...]
Festive Reflections… on Gallons and Litres
A festive Noggin and Natter – by Dave Moss. If you're seeking to exercise the mind a little after days spent eating drinking and being suitably merry... what better festive feature could there be than liquid measures? In the 21st century, most of us encounter gallons only as a measure on a trip computer's fuel consumption readout – but next time you press that mpg button, pause and reflect: … [Read more...]
New Scottish-built ADO sports car breaks cover…
A NEW CAR FROM SCOTLAND ARRIVES... The latest new car to be built in Scotland since the Hillman Imp in the Seventies – and the first ever to come from Dundee – has been revealed. Called the ADO Coupe after the initials of the three men behind the project, it brings to life a concept from 1964 which was intended to be a replacement for the iconic MG Midget. Although an early version was … [Read more...]
Need to Know 5 – Vehicle Batteries (for cars and commercials – classic and modern)
Regardless of age and type, your vehicle relies on electrical power in order to function properly, and the battery is vital in storing/providing it. Dave Moss explains how to look after your battery and keep you on the road. (Photographs by Dave Moss and Kim Henson, as individually attributed). This feature was prompted by the ten year old battery in the author's 19 year old diesel Fiesta van … [Read more...]
Book Review – Porsche 911 – The Practically Free Supercar
Book reviewed by Kim Henson... (Book cover and Porsche 911 photos courtesy of Robert McGowan). Title: Porsche 911 – The Practically Free Supercar (‘The complete beginner’s guide to the smartest route into Porsche ownership’) Author: Robert McGowan Published by: Independently published 166 pages; paperback Price (typical): £12.87, including postage ISBN-10: 1091444838 ISBN-13: … [Read more...]
Ferdinand Piëch: 1937-2019
Ferdinand Piëch: 1937-2019. Kieron Fennelly looks back at an extraordinary and crucially important career in the motor industry… Ferdinand Piëch died suddenly on August 25th. Once the most powerful man in the auto industry, he was also instrumental in the early development of the Porsche 911 and on more than one occasion, its reprieve. From his earliest days where he worked with Hans Mezger … [Read more...]
It’s a Gift! – Seasonal News from the British Motor Museum
UNIQUE PRESENTS FROM THE BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM... 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. The Museum's gift voucher includes 2 admission tickets and a souvenir guidebook as a memento. The gift, which is attractively presented in a red envelope, costs just £25+p&p, a … [Read more...]
MONTE MINI MARKS MOVE TO GLASGOW
Classics Galore Set to Leave Glasgow for Monte Carlo, in January 2020... A classic Monte Carlo Mini from the Sixties posed before the splendid Glasgow City Chambers yesterday (19th November) to preview the start of the historic re-run of the event from the city next January. The car – identical to the ones which scored success in the 1967 Monte Carlo Rally – completed a red, white and blue … [Read more...]
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