On 29 March, just over 50 years ago, Volkswagen started production of the Golf in Wolfsburg. Nobody knew on that day in March that this compact car – the successor to the legendary Beetle – would become the most successful Volkswagen and best-selling European car of all time. It reflected the spirit of the times,Continue reading “A world bestseller celebrates its 50th birthday”
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Goodwood is proud to announce…
There is a bit of concern about the future of classic cars, given the climate crisis and the need to save the planet. A lot of classic car enthusiasts don’t see electric conversions as a satisfactory option and it seems unlikely that in the future petrol will remain an easily accessible fuel in the national fuelContinue reading “Goodwood is proud to announce…”
Historic Maserati factory for sale
By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse Some of us dream about owning a special classic motor, but how about owning an historic car factory? Well, automotive giants, Stellantis, could sell you one. They are offering their 1.2 million square-foot Maserati factory in Turin to the highest bidder. Built in 1959 by the famous Turinese coachbuilders,Continue reading “Historic Maserati factory for sale”
Top Yorkshire race team to partner McLaren
McLaren Automotive has confirmed its intention to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) from the 2024 season, with two 720S GT3 EVO cars for the United Autosports team in the new LMGT3 class. Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2023, McLaren is synonymous with motorsport and its customer racing activities began almost immediately with theContinue reading “Top Yorkshire race team to partner McLaren”
West Yorkshire business successfully reviving iconic Citroen
By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse They might not be everyone’s cup of tea but for restorer Tony Shields the affection many have for Citroen 2CVs has transformed his business. After starting out buying and selling salvage cars, Tony from Brighouse, saw a gap in the market turning these ‘ugly ducklings’ into attractive runarounds. TheContinue reading “West Yorkshire business successfully reviving iconic Citroen”
‘Ferrari’ Series announced by Apple TV+
By Classic Yorkshire Film and Media correspondent Bill Lawrence. With the globalisation of Formula One, Hollywood is recognising the potential for Motorsport (and Formula one in particular) to create film and television material. Following hot on the heals of announcements of new films and TV series featuring Lewis Hamilton aand Danny Ricardo, Apple TV+ hasContinue reading “‘Ferrari’ Series announced by Apple TV+”
Rare Ferrari 250s for sale
Ferrari specialist and broker GTO Engineering is confirmed to be responsible for the sale of one of the rarest Ferrari 250s in the world. The 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso bodied by Fantuzzi is unique, being the 16th 250 GT Lusso ever made, then having a period coachbuilt Fantuzzi body added. Displayed around the world, including Concours events,Continue reading “Rare Ferrari 250s for sale”
David Brown’s Aston Martin DB5 Convertible
An Aston Martin DB5 Convertible, ordered and owned by the man who gave his initials to the legendary DB-series of cars – one-time Aston Martin chairman Sir David Brown – is now offered for sale by Aston Martin Specialists, Nicholas Mee & Co. The importance of the Aston Martin DB5 Convertible in automotive history cannotContinue reading “David Brown’s Aston Martin DB5 Convertible”
Bentley announces Speed Six Continuation Series
It seems that with modern engineering techniques almost any vehicle can be brought back to life. That, and a substantial bank balance. We have seen a rash of recreations and continuations in recent years, some by the original manufacturers, some by specialists making recreations (definitely not copies they will tell you). Now Bentley Mulliner isContinue reading “Bentley announces Speed Six Continuation Series”
Panel business proving a big ‘hit’ with classic owners
By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse A classic car specialist that makes replacement body panels for a range of models is expanding its West Yorkshire operation. See below for a special offer for Classic Yorkshire subscribers. Ex-Pressed Steel Panels run a unique press process that is able to produce high-quality panels from its own mouldsContinue reading “Panel business proving a big ‘hit’ with classic owners”
Bentley celebrates 70 years of the R-Type Continental
Bentley is celebrating 70 years since the start of production of the R-Type Continental – one of the most celebrated cars in the company’s 103-year history, and the first Bentley to wear the Continental name. With only 208 examples produced, the R-Type Continental was as rare a sight in the 1950s as it is todayContinue reading “Bentley celebrates 70 years of the R-Type Continental”
Prodrive’s to build 25 P25 Subaru Impreza’s
Whilst small sports cars are my main passion for a classic car, there is no doubt that one of the best family cars I have owned was a Subaru Impreza WRX. Capable of carrying a family to the supermarket it was transformed on a quiet road with the turbo’s gulping down fuel. Add to thatContinue reading “Prodrive’s to build 25 P25 Subaru Impreza’s”