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EDITORIAL
Until the photos come back from Boots, you will have to wait for my review of last weekend's British Classic Car Meeting at St Moritz. Suffice to say that I don't think Luís Moya, Arne Hertz or Henry Liddon would have entirely approved of my co–driving skills... but I enjoyed myself — so there.
I haven't had a chance to see the new Jaguar XJ in the metal but the British company is clearly staking a lot on it. Dynamically, the outgoing XJ was brilliant, and the 2010 version promises to improve on that with more up–to–date styling and even better performance.
Current trading conditions aside, Jaguar is clearly on the ascendant and I look forward to next week's road–test car, the latest–generation diesel XF.
The new 'big' Bentley will be revealed at Pebble Beach this year. The latest news from Crewe includes a wonderful opportunity to buy once–in–a–lifetime parts and accessories direct from Bentley in September, and a video from the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Derek Bell is at the wheel of the Continental Supersports and it's riveting stuff.
All this — and more — in this week's ClassicInside.
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Steve Wakefield |
THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
Two Treats from BentleyIncludes videoTwo treats for Bentley–lovers have hit the news this week: first, an interview with Derek Bell about the Bentley Continental Supersports, with footage of the car in action at the Festival of Speed... and secondly, advance news of a remarkable 'parts and accessories sales fair' at Bentley Motors in Crewe. read more... |
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Audi A5 Sportback: The Full PictureNew model launched on Audi's centenaryThis is the new Audi A5 Sportback, the third model in the A5 range and an elegant five–door 'coupé'. read more... |
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Silverstone Classic: Rock On24–26 July 2009The Saturday of the Silverstone Classic promises not only a full day of top–level historic motor racing, the late–afternoon Bonhams auction and the World Sports Car Masters race in the evening but — at 9.30pm — Carlos Santana in concert. read more... |
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Caparo T1 Cars: Sales Agent ConfirmedThe Caparo T1, the ultra–high–performance car for road and track, now has a global concessionaire to oversee worldwide sales. The lucky outfit, confirmed as Bennington's (Norfolk) Ltd, will both be the main sales, service and support agent for the Caparo T1, and the company responsible for appointing regional dealers around the globe. read more... |
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Bonhams Sale at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, 3 July 2009With the headlining GT40 not selling, it was down to the ex–Segrave 1922 Sunbeam 2-litre (£463,500) and the 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400S Coupé (£359,000) to pull in some big figures at Bonhams' 2009 Festival sale. read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
The Frauscher 757 St Tropez: Hybrid Sports BoatThe idea of hybrid powerplants for motor cars is not a new one. Now, however, the concept has transferred to the nautical world, with a new sports boat from the Austrian manufacturer Frauscher. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
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This McLaren SLR was sold new in March 2006 and has had only two private owners from new. It is finished in Silver Metallic with Black Leather Interior and has the the optional 19" 'Turbine Spoked' alloy wheels fitted. The car has is immaculate, and has a full McLaren Mercedes service history. It was last serviced in June 2009 at 4,900 miles.
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SMA Carriage CompanyTown/City: London, UK |
CLASSIC
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing
colour Silver Blue |
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Driven by Stirling Moss during preparation for his famous 1955 Mille Miglia Victory. Signed authentication from Sir Stirling Moss OBE. Contemporary and period photographs and literature signed by Sir Stirling.
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Cars International Kensington Ltd. Town/City: London, UK |
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SPORTING
Ferrari 275 GTB/C
colour Red |
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Of the twelve second series competition cars, chassis 9041 is one of the only four right hand drive, long-nose examples built by the factory. With a lightweight body and chassis, a 250 LM type dry sump engine, a close ratio gearbox and a magnesium transaxle to further save weight, chassis 9041 was destined for Le Mans in 1966 but, after a last minute withdrawal, was sold through Luigi Chinetti Motors of North American Racing Team (N.A.R.T) fame.
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FiskensTown/City: London, UK |
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EVENTGUIDE 2009
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18.07. — 18.07. COYS Fine Motorcars and the Jaguar Legend — Blenheim Palace, UK |
SERVICE
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