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EDITORIAL
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'Aviation industry' and 'space age' are terms you might not immediately associate with Bristol Motors.
Prior to its recent incorporation into the British–based Frazer–Nash company, Bristol's aeronautical connections were firmly entrenched in that pioneering post–War period where the sky was not the limit; merely a stepping stone to the stars and beyond.
Sadly, Bristol Britannias no longer fly the trade routes of the Empire, and nor do Bristol motor cars traverse the motorways of Albion. Well, not as an alternative to a big Mercedes or a Bentley for any but the most determined aficionado of the marque (yes, I know, Sir Paul Smith et al...).
Having spent some time behind the wheel of a Bristol Fighter this week, though, and experiencing (from the back seat) one of Frazer–Nash Research's all–electric cars, I have to say that the future for the company has a distinctly bright glow. For all their barking madness, deep down, the cars are satisfying to drive. And this lot clearly know what they are doing on the technology front.
And the glimmer of light is not 1950s, 60–Watt–bulb beige, it's bright blue with the crackle of 21st Century science, and we all should be interested in what comes next, details of which we'll bring you next week on Classic Driver.
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
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EVENTS
2011, 18th St Moritz British Classic Car Meeting: Review
The sound of cowbells in a collecting area might be an unfamiliar one to seasoned British competitors, but that's what the 180+ entrants to this year's event enjoyed at the start of the 18th British Classic Car Meeting in St Moritz. read more...
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 AUCTIONS
Silverstone Auctions at the Silverstone Classic, 23 July
Silverstone Auctions has assembled a nigh–on 80–car catalogue for its first Silverstone Classic sale. The entry reflects the occasion, and includes much significant competition machinery, as well as a broad mix of modern and classic cars.
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DRIVING REPORT
Jaguar XJ13 up the Goodwood hillclimb
Well, this is a privilege, writes John Simister. This mid–engined, louvred–and–riveted machine with its 5.0–litre, 502bhp V12, the face of a current XK and the tail–lights of an E–type, is surely one of the best–looking racing cars ever made.
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FEATURES
From Jack to King: The resurrection of 1953 SIATA 208 Berlinetta CS-069
Classic Driver dealer Dirk Libeert of Classic Motor Action in Belgium tells the story of the Villa d'Este–winning Siata 208 CS Berlinetta, found as a seemingly hopeless case.
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NEWS
Sir Stirling Moss and the Aston Martin Cygnet: a surprise birthday present for Lady Susie
No sooner had he decided to cease competitive racing, than Sir Stirling Moss was once again behind the wheel of a pale metallic green Aston.
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MOTORCYCLES
Video Portrait: Adam Cramer, Liberty Vintage Motorcycles
Craft, passion, pride and the de–industrialisation of America — in his motorcycle shop in Philadelphia, Adam Cramer ponders the big questions of life.
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NEWS
Range Rover Sport 2012 with new 8-speed automatic
The 2012 Range Rover Sport features more power, reduced CO2 and better fuel efficiency — the latter improvements partly due to a new ZF 8–speed automatic gearbox. The latest transmission also offers a 'Drive Select' rotary gearshift, and steering–wheel–mounted paddleshift.
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CLASSIC LIFE
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Wally sails across the net with new website
Stunning photographs of the most beautiful Wally yachts are a highlight of the Monaco boat–builder's redesigned website.
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Icons of watchmaking history no.4: Cartier Santos
This week, horological guru Gisbert L. Brunner considers the Cartier 'Santos', one of the first wristwatches and a watch truly born out of necessity.
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SERVICE
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LIMITED EDITION POSTERS
BY PULLMAN EDITIONS
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16.07. — 16.07.
Coys Fine Motorcars and the Jaguar Legend, Blenheim Palace, UK
17.07. — 23.07.
'Panerai British Classic Week' Regatta in Cowes, UK
19.07. — 19.07.
Historics at Brooklands Auction, UK
21.07. — 23.07.
HERO Summer Trial 2011, UK
23.07. — 23.07.
Silverstone Auctions – Silverstone Classic Sale, UK
25.07. — 26.07.
Barons Classic, Historic and Thoroughbred Motor Cars Auction, UK
31.07. — 31.07.
Irish Festival of Speed, Eire
16.08. — 17.08.
Automobilia Monterey - The International Expo, USA
18.08. — 19.08.
Bonhams Auction at Quail Lodge, Carmel, USA
19.08. — 19.08.
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, Carmel, USA
19.08. — 20.08.
RM Auctions – Sports & Classics of Monterey , USA
20.08. — 21.08.
Gooding & Company – The Pebble Beach Auction, USA
21.08. — 21.08.
Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2011, USA
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Mercedes-Benz C–Class
C63 AMG DR520
Wyles Hardy & Co. Ltd
Year 2010
Mileage 13.599 km / 8.450 mi
Estimate P.O.R. GBP
To be sold by timed online auction, finishes 12.00 noon Thursday 28 July 2011 (subject to extended timings)
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AC Cobra
The Hairpin Company
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Porsche GT3 911 (997)
Porsche Centre Swindon
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Renault Alpine A110
Morris & Welford
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