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EDITORIAL
I can't quite erase the term 'matched pair' from my mind when reflecting on this week's feature article about two front-engined Ferrari V12s. Of course, strictly speaking it's incorrect; a matched pair of guns means two identical pieces, thus allowing a shooter to maintain a constant rate of fire while their loader replenishes the still-smoking firearm with more ammo.
I think what I'm getting at is that if you were to search for two cars that best summed up the Classic Driver philosophy of 'new and old', you'd be hard-put to find a more suitable duo. The coincidence of colour was a happy one, not essential for the comparison but nevertheless a nice touch. They even had interiors of a similar shade.
The responsibility of shepherding two cars with a rather neat combined value of £1,000,000 is a heavy one, however. I can only say: "We counted them out, and we counted them back again."
If your tastes are more track-orientated, we've just the car for you in this week's ClassicInside: the superb Porsche 911 GT 3.
Tony Dron describes the car as "magnificent", and it does beg the question, "Does anyone out there have a yellow 356 Carrera we can borrow?"
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Steve
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
Blue on BlueFerrari 599 GTB and 275 GTB/4You've either got or you haven't got style. Four decades may separate these two V12 Berlinettas, however — colour apart — they have two things in common: crushing performance and sheer class. read more... |
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London to Silverstone Supercar TourFriday 18th April 2008If your love of supercars is equalled only by a love of international sportscar racing, then the annual London to Silverstone Supercar Tour will be your idea of heaven. read more... |
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Porsche 911 GT 3Tony Dron on the road in the supreme track-day carLet's play a game. Name one current track-day car which is (a) genuinely road–usable and (b) better than Porsche's 911 GT 3. Tricky one, that. What's more, you can spend a whole afternoon belting a GT 3 round a circuit and drive home without compiling a job list for your favourite motor mechanic. read more... |
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Automobile Excellence in ReimsReims is once again hosting the Weekend of Automobile Excellence (September 12th-14th). The capital of the Champagne region has a long and respected association with motorsport and it celebrates that history with this spectacular event for cars and motorcycles from 1925-1969. read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Bell & Ross: New Models to Debut at BaselworldSwiss watchmaker Bell & Ross, renowned for its range of chronographs suitable for the most extreme conditions, will launch several new models at the industry's annual meeting-place, Baselworld. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Ferrari F430 F1 Coupe
colour Nero Daytona |
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Brake Calipers in Red, Scuderia Shields, Daytona Seats, Electrically Operated Heated Seats, 6 CD changer, Alpine Satellite Navigation System and Bluetooth, Reversing Camera, Rear Park Sensors, Carbon Dash Inserts, Red Rev Counter, Nero Carpets, Piping in Rosso, HI-Fi Audio Upgrade with Subwoofer.
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Clive Sutton Premier Marques LtdTown/City: London, UK |
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CLASSIC
Bentley S3 Continental Convertible
colour Garnett |
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Lovely straight and rust-free example with cold air conditioning. Drives very well indeed with no smells or smoke, great oil pressure, lots of power. Good steering, good brakes and a real delight to drive.
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Chequered Flag InternationalTown/City: Marina Del Rey, CA, USA |
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SPORTING
AC Cobra 460 Mk IV - LHD
colour Black/red stripe |
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Affectionately known as 'Le Monstre', this has had an enormous amount spent on making it the most potent Mk IV in the UK. The Ford Motorsport engine develops over 680 bhp (dynoed) with a 6 speed Tremec gearbox. Interior is 1960s Mk III spec., with full weather gear etc. Loads of other mods and 'extras'. UK Registered with M.O.T.
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NostalgiaTown/City: Hertfordshire, UK |
EVENTGUIDE 2008
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26.03. — 30.03. Techno–Classica Essen 2008, Germany |
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