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EDITORIAL
"The golden age of rock and roll will never die." So sang a sprightly 70–year–old Ian Hunter at last night's Mott the Hoople gig, and who'd disagree? The same principle applies to motor racing, as proved yet again by another super–successful Goodwood Revival.
Next year there will be an additional event at the Sussex circuit, the first 'Vintage at Goodwood'. It will build on the immense popularity of the Revival's period theme, and mix dress and lifestyle with music from the 1940s to the '80s. No racing, but I'm sure there will be automotive input somewhere along the line.
And, having bolted the door on my Airstream for the final time this year, the perfect accommodation for next August would be an iconic travel trailer from the Ohio manufacturer. Ginger beer, sausages and beans; you can read all about life under aluminium in this week's ClassicInside.
We've also attended the launch of a new, bespoke Overfinch Range Rover and covered several hundred miles behind the wheel of the Ferrari California.
Until next week: that's all.
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
Driven: Ferrari CaliforniaI am driving at 43mph in 7th gear. I could add another 150mph to that, such is the flexibility of the latest direct–injection, 4297cc Ferrari V8. First and foremost this is another highly desirable, super–fast Ferrari GT — the fact that it's a more practical, useable machine is merely a bonus. read more... |
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Carry on Camping... at the Goodwood RevivalLife in the AirstreamIt's known nowadays as 'glamping': 'glamorous camping', or the art of holidaying outdoors equipped with all the conveniences of modern life. For three days your Editor's accommodation was pitch 7, row J... read more... |
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Holland & Holland Range Rover by Overfinch"A quintessentially English take on motoring luxury" is how the creators describe their bespoke off–roader, based on the 2010 MY 5.0–litre 503bhp supercharged or TDV8 Range Rover. Only 100 will be built each year, worldwide, and Classic Driver was lucky enough to enjoy an early viewing. read more... |
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Video: Ferrari 458 Italia in ActionIt's one thing to admire the new Ferrari 458 Italia on an exhibition stand. It's quite another to experience the Italian sportscar in action on a racetrack. So here's the latest awe–inspiring video from Maranello. read more... |
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Abarth 500 Rally CarAbarth's new 500 R3T rally car is ideal for young privateers looking for good value — but who nevertheless fancy honing their skills in a relatively high–performance car read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Jaeger–LeCoultre AMVOX2 Transponder RapideHere's a gadget worthy of 'M', although such glamorous accessories could soon become basic requirements in the world of luxury sportscars. Jaeger–LeCoultre joined Aston Martin at Frankfurt last month to present the AMVOX2 Transponder Rapide. read more... |
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CLASSIC ESTATE
Saint-Tropez - Panoramic Sea and Village ViewsPrice
on request Darling Harbour ImmobilierContact:
Jürgen Hasse |
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The tastefully renovated villa has 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The living and dining area, with a semi-open designer kitchen, leads onto an enormous terrace with stunning views across the village of Saint–Tropez and the Gulf. |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Aston Martin V8 Vantage PRODRIVE
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Performance–enhanced V8 Vantage, fitted with Prodrive engine upgrade to 425 bhp, Prodrive high performance exhaust catalysts and driver–selectable exhaust modes, upgraded suspension including Bilstein driver adjustable dampers and Eibach springs, Prodrive Forged alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli PZero Corsa tyres and full carbonfibre Aero package. Factory fitted options include Sat/Nav, Bright finish grille, Powerfold mirrors, Heated memory seats, Heated front screen, HID headlamps, Cruise, Integrated phone and auto–dim mirror. Current mileage 28,000 and supplied with full main dealer service history.
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Nicholas Mee and Company Ltd.Town/City: London, UK |
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CLASSIC
Jaguar E–type SI 4.2 Roadster
colour Red |
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This example of Jaguar's legendary E–type is a Series 1 4.2 roadster which makes it one of the most sought–after of all E–type models. Having been sympathetically maintained by the previous owner, the car is in a very good condition with recent work including a complete gearbox rebuild, new clutch assembly, new halogen headlamps, renewed electrical wiring, new water pump and new stainless steel wheels and new tyres.
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Godin Banks Ltd. Town/City: Kent, UK |
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SPORTING
Bugatti Type 51
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To the Bugatti aficionado the Type 51 is the ultimate Grand Prix Bugatti. The pinnacle of development of arguably the most successful Grand Prix car of all time and it is with great pleasure that we offer for sale for the first time in 40 years this well known and admired example.
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Martin Chisholm Collectors Cars Ltd.Town/City: Nr. Cheltenham, UK |
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EVENTGUIDE 2009
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03.10. — 03.10. COYS Spirit of Motoring Auction, Ascot, UK |
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