Tag Archives: Classic Car
Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Coming Up For Auction
It doesn’t happen very often so, when it does, it is certain to create a lot of interest. Indeed, many classic car enthusiasts from all over the world would love to own a Rolls Royce Silver Ghost so bids are expected to be intense at the auction on 1 September that takes place at Historics at Brooklands. The Rolls Royce … Continue reading
Ford’s More Recent Classic Cars
Most family homes have had some make of Ford parked on the drive from the 1970’s to the early part of the new millennium. Below are just some of those vehicles that can now claim to be classic cars. 1974 Escort Mexico Did you realise that the Ford Mexico is a very sought after classic car fetching about £20,000 for … Continue reading
World’s most expensive car accident involves Classic Ferrari
Christopher Cox, a US businessman was driving his £20 million classic Ferrari 250 GTO with his wife in central France when the car was in a collision with another vehicle. This is believed to be the most expensive car crash in the world-not something Mr Cox would like to be known for in the Guinness Book of Records. His wife … Continue reading
Classic Car Prices Smashed At Goodwood
At the recent classic car auction at the Goodwood Festival of Speed record sale prices were achieved for a Rolls Royce and Bentley. £4.71m was paid for the Corgi Silver Ghost Double Pullman Limo that became the top selling Rolls Royce ever to be sold at auction. £5.04m was paid for the Birkin Brooklands Supercharged 4.0-Litre Single-Seater that was the … Continue reading
Brands Hatch Mini Festival
This coming weekend, 16 to 17 June the inaugural Mini festival takes place at the famous Brands Hatch racetrack. James Martin, famous TV chef and “Strictly Come Dancing” participant who made it to the semi-finals will be their driving a vintage Mini in two of the twelve races dedicated to Minis. James owns two Mini John Cooper original 1960s works … Continue reading
Ethanol Spike In Petrol Gives Shivers To Classic Car Owners
The current fuel problem is no stranger to anyone in the world. But did you know that the fuel type running in car and bike engines at present may severely harm your classic car? Due to the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation that was announced by the Government in 2005, petrol now comes mixed with up till five per cent ethyl … Continue reading
Vintage Bentley Set To Become Most Expensive British Classic Ever Sold
An old classic Bentley will be sold in the open market for a record price of £5 million, making it the most expensive British classic ever to be sold. The 1929 Bentley 4.5 Litre, which belonged to British racing champion Sir Henry ‘Tiger Tim’ Birkin, shot to fame when it touched a staggering 137mph during the illustrious Brooklands Outer Circuit in … Continue reading
Tips And Tricks To Get A Solid Car Insurance Cover
Calculating one’s classic car insurance bill comprises of many factors and the knowledge of these factors could go a long way in helping you avoid expensive rates. The policy holder’s age, residence, driving record and the driven vehicle are some of the major factors that affect the proffered insurance quote. Insurance companies predict the chances of you being involved in … Continue reading
Classic Car Show Sees 1930s Morris In Display
Last weekend saw Birmingham hosting the Annual Footman James Classic Car show, held in the National Exhibition Centre, which drew more than 1200 exhibits for the vintage spectacle. The show also witnessed six Morris classic cars dating back to the 1930s, which were recently discovered by 14 members of a classic car club that participated in the event. On the … Continue reading
Classic Cars To Be Judged On More Than Just Age
With classic automobiles commanding high stature in the investment and insurance spheres, the Government feels it is high time that classic cars had stricter standards to adhere to, in order to attain optimum market bragging rights and lenient insurance premiums. According to sources, simply the age of a classic car will not be the highlighting factor to acquire a commanding … Continue reading
