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SHORT BACK & GLIDES
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SHORT BACK & GLIDES

Eccentric enthusiast Captain RG McLeod's series of Manx-tailed Bentley Specials reached its zenith with this unique S2 Continental.

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7 mins  |
December 2024
RAY HILLIER
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RAY HILLIER

Double-chevron oddity proves a break from the norm for this Crewe specialist

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3 mins  |
December 2024
A NEW BREED OF HERO
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A NEW BREED OF HERO

Launched at the turn of the millennium, the GT3 badge has already earned a place alongside RS, CS and turbo in Porsche lore.

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10 mins  |
December 2024
One for the kids
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One for the kids

General Motors was aiming squarely at the youth market with the launch of the Pontiac GTO 60 years ago, and its runaway success popularised the muscle-car movement

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8 mins  |
December 2024
Still going strong
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Still going strong

Herbert Engineering staked its reputation on the five-year warranty that came with its cars. A century on, this Two Litre hasn't made a claim

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9 mins  |
December 2024
POWER AND BEAUTY
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POWER AND BEAUTY

Thank you for covering 275 Ferraris in the October issue. I have owned a right-hand-drive 275GTS for the past 20 years, and during my tenure I've covered 24,000 miles including two trips over the Alps to the Maranello factory.

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1 min  |
December 2024
Allcomers welcomed at Gaydon
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Allcomers welcomed at Gaydon

The all-inclusive celebration of everyday classic motoring returned to the British Motor Museum on 28 September, as the second Rustival filled the car park with its eclectic mix of classics.

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1 min  |
December 2024
HCVA notes future threats
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HCVA notes future threats

Difficulties insuring electric-converted cars, meeting net-zero emissions targets and repairing old electronics were the three future threats identified by the Historic & Classic Vehicles Alliance on 3 October - but not without a message of opportunity.

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1 min  |
December 2024
Bugs pour over the Pyrenees
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Bugs pour over the Pyrenees

Club Bugatti France hosted a 500-mile road trip from Toulouse, France, to Zaragoza in Spain from 3-7 October.

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1 min  |
December 2024
Brits with SIX appeal
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Brits with SIX appeal

The straight-six engine is synonymous with a decades-long legacy of great British sports cars. Six variations on the sextet theme convene for comparison

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10+ mins  |
December 2024
Ferrari beauty lands Varignana victory
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Ferrari beauty lands Varignana victory

A 1966 Ferrari 275GTB was awarded Best of Show at the second Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705, which took place from 27-29 September.

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1 min  |
December 2024
MOTORING FOR MOVEMBER
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MOTORING FOR MOVEMBER

More than 5000 enthusiasts from the UK, Japan, Portugal, Costa Rica, Turkey and elsewhere took part in the fourth running of The Distinguished Gentleman's Drive on 29 September.

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1 min  |
December 2024
A SENSIBLE SUPERCAR
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A SENSIBLE SUPERCAR

The cleverly conceived four-seater Elite secured Lotus a place at the big players' table, but has it been unfairly maligned since then?

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9 mins  |
December 2024
Historic French speedbowl hits 100 not out
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Historic French speedbowl hits 100 not out

More than 15,000 spectators descended on UTAC Linas-Montlhéry Autodrome to mark the historic track's 100th anniversary with a programme of eight parade grids on 12-13 October.

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1 min  |
December 2024
Twice the action for Castle Combe
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Twice the action for Castle Combe

The Autumn Classic at Castle Combe returned to its two-day format on 21-22 September, with Gary Pearson and Christian Albrec (Jaguar D-type, right) winning the opening race, Ecurie Jaguar.

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1 min  |
December 2024
Twice the action for Castle Combe
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Twice the action for Castle Combe

The Autumn Classic at Castle Combe returned to its two-day format on 21-22 September, with Gary Pearson and Christian Albrec (Jaguar D-type, right) winning the opening race, Ecurie Jaguar.

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1 min  |
December 2024
BATTLES AT WET ESTORIL
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BATTLES AT WET ESTORIL

A 260-strong paddock of historic racing cars entertained 35,000 at Peter Auto's Estoril Classics from 4-6 October, in southern Portugal.

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1 min  |
December 2024
PLASTIC BREAKS FROM THE NORM
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PLASTIC BREAKS FROM THE NORM

Glassfibre revolutionised niche car-body production, but just occasionally strayed into the mainstream.

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9 mins  |
December 2024
People's choice
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People's choice

The diminutive but multi-million-selling Fiat 850 packed a remarkable diversity of form and function into its compact footprint

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10 mins  |
December 2024
DIFFERENT STROKES
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DIFFERENT STROKES

The new Toyota Prius is a PHEV, while Mazda's MX-30 R-EV is a rotary-engined range extender. Which takes charge here?

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10+ mins  |
October 23, 2024
SMART #1
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SMART #1

Life with the first car from the reborn Smart brand has been a bit hit and miss so far

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3 mins  |
October 23, 2024
Porsche Panamer a GTS
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Porsche Panamer a GTS

FIRST DRIVE The latest luxury flagship might fly in the face of Porsche's electrified future, but it's a terrific performer

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3 mins  |
October 23, 2024
WHAT IS AQUAPLANING AND HOW TO AVOID IT
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WHAT IS AQUAPLANING AND HOW TO AVOID IT

Aquaplaning is a frightening experience, but following our top tips can cut the risk of it happening to you

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3 mins  |
October 23, 2024
HOW TO DRIVE IN FLOOD WATER
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HOW TO DRIVE IN FLOOD WATER

Heavy rain anb beep floob water can be hazarbous if motorists bon't take the right precautions. Here's how to brive safely in sobben conbitions

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2 mins  |
October 23, 2024
Drivers told to avoid sites selling L-test slots for inflated prices
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Drivers told to avoid sites selling L-test slots for inflated prices

OFFICIAL DVSA crackdown as some sites charge £200 for £62 exam

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October 23, 2024
New Porsche 911 GT 3 storms in
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New Porsche 911 GT 3 storms in

REVEALED Personalisation and powertrain choices, plus four-seat option

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2 mins  |
October 23, 2024
HOW TO DRIVE IN SNOW
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HOW TO DRIVE IN SNOW

Heavy snow presents unique challenges. You don't have to be a wizard in a blizzard, but it's worth following some simple rules

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2 mins  |
October 23, 2024
HOW TO DRIVE ON ICE
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HOW TO DRIVE ON ICE

When the roads get really slippery, it's vital to know how to react. Here's what you need to know

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4 mins  |
October 23, 2024
Omoda E5
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Omoda E5

FIRST DRIVE It's no class leader, but the all-electric E5 proves beyond doubt that Omoda is going to be a brand to watch

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4 mins  |
October 23, 2024
Audi A5
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Audi A5

\"The diesel is the first TDI to get hybrid tech. The MHEV+ system can run the car in electric-only mode for very short distances\"

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6 mins  |
October 23, 2024