DRIVING REPORT

Aston Martin Virage Volante 6.3–Litre

"In the strongest possible contrast to the factory–made article, a pair of Lobb's handmade shoes is a work of art, unique to their owner." Substitute 'Aston Martin' for 'Lobb', and change the subject to things automotive, and you have some idea what this particular car is all about. read more...

EVENTS

Louis Vuitton Serenissima Run

In order to picture what £200 million worth of cars looks like, you could try visualising 700 new Rolls–Royce Phantoms parked side by side, writes Simon de Burton. Alternatively, you could flick through the programme for Louis Vuitton's Serenissima Run held at the end of April in which just 44 cars took part — with a combined value of, you guessed it, £200 million. read more...

EVENTS

Donington Historic Festival, 5–6 May 2012

Arguably there could not be a more appropriate UK venue than Donington to stage a Historic event, writes Roger Dixon. With a history that dates back to the early 1930s, the track pre–dates the majority of British circuits by more than a decade. read more...

FEATURES

Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT: A rare breed

Nowadays, Lamborghini is best known for its hyper–performance sports machines. Forty years ago, though, the company also had a strong reputation for more spacious GTs — cars such as the Jarama.
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DRIVING REPORT

Audi S6 and S7

John Simister finds some suprises in store when he takes to the road in the latest S6 and S7 from Audi. read more...

NEWS

Aston Martin DBS Ultimate

The DBS Ultimate is — as the name suggests — the ultimate iteration of Aston Martin's flagship car. Production will be limited to just 100 examples, and you'll know exactly which one of those 100 models is yours by the individual, numbered sill plaque. read more...

MOTORCYCLES

Video: Café Cowboy

British filmmaker and "visual chameleon" Benedict Campbell has shot a short film on the customising work of Californian bike restorer Dustin Kott. Although a fan of British bikes, Kott's latest project is based on a Honda 750/4. read more...

Five Questions to George Bamford, Watch Designer

George Bamford is a man who loves collecting watches, and has been lucky enough to turn his hobby into a profession. Around 10 years ago, he founded the Bamford Watch Department, which personalises watches from such luxury brands as Audemars Piguet, Omega and Rolex. Classic Driver met the entrepreneur in his London studio. read more...

Video: Rare footage of Ferrari Hydroplane in action

It's always special to see a V12–engined Ferrari from the mid–fifties captured in high definition but, when said subject is the one–off ARNO XI Hydroplane, even the eyebrows of the imperturbable will begin to rise. read more...

The 'Vallelunga' Watch by Autodromo

The latest in watchmakers naming timepieces after circuits (Rolex 'Daytona', Heuer 'Monaco', etc.) is new manufacturer Autodromo, which has produced a model carrying the name of the famous Roman circuit. read more...

Classic Driver Dealer: Landmark Car Company

You might well have passed this showroom. You could be one of the millions of people every week who use the A4 on their daily commute, or possibly you’ve been that way in the back of a taxi from Heathrow. Well, next time, make sure you stop and look around the Landmark Car Company's impressive new showroom. read more...

Editor's Choice: 1954 Lancia Aurelia B20 S GT

There are some who have a penchant for Italian automotive grandeur, but can do without a bellowing V12 and paintwork at the 'dazzling' end of the colour spectrum. read more...