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Bonhams - The December Sale 1 December 2013

Description 

The Bonhams Sale of Important Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia on Sunday 1st December will feature a private single-owner collection of eight Ecurie Ecosse vehicles. Also, motor racing superstar Michael Schumacher's Benetton-Cosworth Ford B194 is to go under the hammer.

Location 
New Bond Street
London
W1S 1LD
United Kingdom
Geocode 
POINT (-0.1436873 51.5115174)
Auction ID 
20934
Viewing location 
Same address as auction location
Auction profile picture 
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Auction times 
Start 
Sunday, 1 December, 2013 - 14:00
Viewing location 
Switzerland
Viewing times 
Start 
Friday, 29 November, 2013 - 15:00
End 
Friday, 29 November, 2013 - 19:00
Start 
Saturday, 30 November, 2013 - 09:00
End 
Saturday, 30 November, 2013 - 17:00
Start 
Sunday, 1 December, 2013 - 09:00
End 
Sunday, 1 December, 2013 - 14:00
Auction type 
Public
Phone 
+44-2074685801
Fax 
+44-2074685802
Past 
Past

Porsche Macan: The spice is gone, but is it tasteless?

According to Porsche, the Macan is “the first compact SUV that is also a sportscar.” A little ambitious maybe, there’s no doubt about its positioning within the range: it’ll play little brother to the Cayenne, and most likely enjoy the same degree of sales success. Perhaps that success would be increased had Porsche adopted the much-rumoured and spicily relevant ‘Cajun’ (Cayenne Junior?), rather than the chosen, has-no-ring-to-it-at-all name –apparently relating to some sort of Indonesian Tiger.

Coys Auctions - True Greats in London 3rd December 2013

Description 

An Important Auction of Fine Historic Automobiles, Rare Collectors Models, Associated Collectibles and Fine Film and Poster Art

Location 
The Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall
Vincent Square, Westminster
London
SW1P 2PE
United Kingdom
Geocode 
POINT (-0.1358036 51.4810347)
Auction ID 
A236
Viewing location 
Same address as auction location
Auction profile picture 
0
Auction times 
Start 
Tuesday, 3 December, 2013 - 13:00
Viewing location 
Switzerland
Viewing times 
Start 
Monday, 2 December, 2013 - 12:00
End 
Monday, 2 December, 2013 - 20:00
Auction type 
Public
Phone 
+44-2086147888
Fax 
+44-2086147889
Past 
Past

Jaguar F-type Coupé: 542bhp 'R' variant tops roofed range

Largely unchanged from the be-roofed C-X16 concept of 2011, the Coupé will follow its convertible sibling to market in 2014 with a choice of V6, V6 ‘S’ or V8 ‘R’ flavours. The latter, 542bhp variant will remain exclusive to the Coupé, a marketing decision no doubt guided by the increased torsional rigidity it holds over the convertible. In fact, the F-type Coupé is the stiffest road car the company has ever made.

All-new but still original: Mini’s latest Hatch

The name of the result is, slightly clunkily, ‘The New Original’, and among the multitudinous improvements and enhancements is the debut of three new three-cylinder engines, each with ‘TwinPower Turbo Technology’ – which is kind of self-explanatory.

As for the other changes, just assume that everything has been improved (better power delivery and driving dynamics, more efficiency and interactive technology, less noise and so on). Built in Oxford, and with the UK market launch planned for next spring, the new (well, new original) MINI will be priced from £15,300 OTR.

Bentley Flying Spur: Carved from solid wood

Less is more – even Bentley acknowledges this ancient proverb. However, the latest model from Crewe hasn’t scrimped on either the torque, or the veneer. The second-generation four-door Flying Spur drops the ‘Continental’ suffix but gains small cosmetic and performance updates. The subtle new side-gills convey sportiness, while the steeply sloping rear gives the saloon a majestic, though sometimes rather unearthly, appearance. Either way, the new Bentley scores with its sharpened character.

Eagle E-type Low Drag GT: Conquest or calamity?

We’ve written about Eagle E-Types before. We’ve discussed how there will always be some people who flinch at the idea of ‘improving’, rather than simply restoring, a classic – especially a classic with the magical aura of an E-type Jag. But some enthusiasts feel differently: who recognise the delights of a car which retains the looks and essential character of a much-loved classic, but has the reliability and driveability of a more modern motor.

Generation X: Jaguar XFR-S meets its ancestors

Jaguar hasn’t forgotten about its long-serving saloon while stoking the F-type’s publicity fire

Although the 1948 Earls Court Motor Show XK120 prototype was merely intended as a pretty showcase for the revolutionary straight-six engine (which Jaguar would use well into the 80s), its simple, svelte curves bought it a production run. Later developments of the design unnecessarily cluttered the overall appearance; a select few might be struck by déjà vu when first setting eyes on the XFR-S.

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