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EDITORIAL
After last week's European travels, it was back to London again for a week that included an entertaining evening at the launch of the new Segrave Club. Set in what many people will remember as the Victor Gauntlett–era Aston Martin showroom in Cheval Place off the Brompton Road, the evening certainly went with a swing.
In pride of place upstairs — with the Club's fleet of Ferraris and Lamborghinis relegated to the basement area — was Golden Arrow, Sir Henry Segrave's 1920s land speed record car. It must have taken a 50–point turn to get the behemoth off the narrow street and into the Club, but this pales into insignificance when you contemplate the gigantic machine trundling along at an average speed of 231.446mph.
In Andy Green's speech, he pointed out that the giant tail section was used as an aerodynamic aid, countering the tendency for the car to steer one way or the other. Should it suffer an excess of 'right–hand–down', the mechanics would set–to with mallets and hammers to tweak the profile accordingly.
It would certainly give today's Formula 1 teams something more to think about, with the option of dialling–in more 'fin' added to that of more 'wing'.
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
Rolls-Royce Phantom CoupéThe wraps will officially come off Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' third model at this year's Geneva show. Joining the Phantom Saloon and Drophead will be what we might daringly call a 'sporting' Coupé. read more... |
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Ferrari Argentina — Sports CarsPublishers Cristián Bertschi and Estanislao Iacona have produced another marvellous book in their series on the history of significant marques in their home country. On the heels of 'Alfa Romeo Argentina' and 'Bugatti Argentina', comes a history of Ferrari's two-seaters. read more... |
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Coys at Lord's Cricket Ground 3rd March 2008Holding its second 2008 UK sale and at a totally new venue, Coys has assembled over 50 cars for its Lord's auction. One of the highlights of the 'middle order' is this 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT carrying an estimate of £65,000 — 75,000. read more... |
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New AMG RoadstersMore details from MercedesMercedes has released further details of the SL 63 AMG, with its outstandingly powerful new V8 engine, which will be launched in left-hand drive markets in April. read more... |
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The Byfleet BullittFirst Limited–Edition Mustang Arrives in UKThe first 2008 Mustang Bullitt, the limited–edition car which celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Steve McQueen film 'Bullitt', has arrived in Britain. read more... |
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The Segrave Club Opens in LondonEarly-morning commuters were surprised to see the £15 million, 27–feet–long Golden Arrow 1920s record breaker manoeuvred into place in the Capital's latest exclusive private members' club. read more... |
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Porsche Abarth Carrera GTLRare car comes to marketPiloted by drivers of the calibre of Moss, Hill and Bonnier, the Abarth-bodied 356B Carrera is one of the most desirable cars in the world. London dealership Fiskens is offering for sale a 1960 example, raced in period and at the Goodwood Revival. read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Life Afloat: 64 WallyPowerThe Monaco-based luxury boat builder and ski manufacturer, Wally, has expanded its Power range with the launch of the 19-metre '64 WallyPower'. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe E-Gear
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5.0 V10 Engine Develops 520bhp, 0-62mph is Delivered in 4.0 Seconds with a Top Speed of 193mph.
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Clive Sutton Premier Marques LtdTown/City: London, UK |
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CLASSIC
Maserati Ghibli 4700
colour Black |
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This is a another dream come true for us here, our very own 1968 Maserati Ghibli 4700 Coupe. This is still half the price of a Daytona for a much cooler car! We can honestly say this may be your last chance to buy a nicely Restored LHD Manual for this kind of money.
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Justin Banks Classic CarsTown/City: Cheshire, UK + France |
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SPORTING
Aston Martin DB4 Series 4
colour Silver |
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A DB4 Series 4, now with Vantage 4.2 litre engine and 5 speed ZF gearbox.
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Aston LondonTown/City: London, UK |
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EVENTGUIDE 2008
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26.02. — 27.02. H&H Classic Auctions – Cheltenham Racecourse, UK |
SERVICE
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