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EDITORIAL
Blue skies, an unchanged English countryside and the sound of an ex-Le Mans car driven from London to Goodwood on the public highway. Ah, those were the days, you might think.
Well, hold on there, if you'd been in West Sussex just a couple of days ago you would have seen the Harrods McLaren F1 arriving at Goodwood House under its own steam. The occasion was the official launch of this year's Goodwood Festival, with a few hints of what's to come in the Revival, too.
You can read the preview in this week's ClassicInside, and I think it's going to be as good as ever. For those unable to attend, however, just stick your head out of the window when the 12 Top Fuel 'rails' start up, for a 60-second blast.
It doesn't matter where you are; from Manchester to Melbourne, you'll be sure to hear them. And on the cricket pitch, too — they'll be playing baseball there next...
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Steve
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
The 2008 Goodwood Festival of Speed: Preview11-13 July 2008'Hawthorn to Hamilton — Britain's Love Affair with World Motor Sport' is the theme of this year's Festival. read more... |
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Ferrari Daytona Celebrates 40 YearsRunning alongside the magnificent array of races at the Mugello Historic Festival last weekend were extensive celebrations of the 40th anniversary of the fabulous 365 GTB4. read more... |
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New Showroom for Classic JaguarsKnown by Jaguar enthusiasts worldwide as a top-league specialist, J. D Classics has just opened a second showroom in Maldon, Essex. read more... |
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Mugello Historic FestivalMugello, in beautiful Tuscany, hosted the second running of its eponymous Historic Festival at the weekend, with a heavy focus on cars from the Prancing Horse (no surprise there, since the Mugello circuit is owned by Ferrari). read more... |
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SPECIAL FEATURE |
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The Silverstone Supercar Showdown 19-20 April 2008Three pairs of tickets to be won by Classic Driver readersThe opening round of the FIA GT Championship heads to Silverstone on 19-20 April, when the world's premier sports car series will make its only UK appearance of 2008. more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Vertu Constellation MonogramVertu celebrates its 'Decade of Achievement' in 2008. In recognition of this, the company has announced a series of special editions, starting with the Vertu Constellation Monogram. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
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Aston Martin DB7 Zagato
colour Chiltern Green |
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One of just 99 production DB7 GT Zagatos. Produced at the end of the DB7 production run, the Zagato-bodied cars embodied the best elements of the genre: GT-specification engine, brakes and suspension along with a shorter wheelbase and resultant lower weight.
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Nicholas Mee and Company LtdTown/City: London, UK |
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CLASSIC
Jaguar E-Type SI Roadster
colour Metallic Blue (Scottish Blue) |
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We are delighted to be able to offer this superb E-Type for sale. In keeping with our appreciation of fine cars, this model is an `ultimate` example to own and presents a very rare opportunity! Fully restored (with photographic record) at considerable cost in 2000 and substantially upgraded by JD Classics, with detailed accounts of the work, the car was upgraded and installed with a 5-speed T5 gearbox, AP Racing front calipers and vented discs, Coil-over front dampers and a Stage 2 engine rebuild complete with Hayward & Scott exhaust manifold and system.
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Racing Green Cars Ltd.Town/City: Guildford, UK |
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SPORTING
Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France Berlinetta
colour Red |
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Ferrari Tour de France Berlinetta replica based on a 250 GTE chassis. A superb recreation of this rare and desirable Ferrari.
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Paul Coombes - Specialized Vehicle Solutions LimitedTown/City: Manchester, UK |
EVENTGUIDE 2008
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11.04. — 13.04. Motorclássico Lisbon, Portugal |
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