Category Archives: Classic car show

Over the years I have attended many different types of car shows, from your local club show in a park to Goodwood and other prestigious events. It has surprised me that attending these elite shows has generated some negative on line comments. My view is that there is room for all these events and youContinue reading “Surprise at an elite concours”

Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse I love hearing about interesting barn finds and when it’s a classic French motor it’s extra special. Earlier this year, Citroen restoration specialists CQS Classics were called in to recover a 1971 DS21 Pallas that had been gathering dust for over 20 years. It seems that following the death ofContinue reading “‘Barn find’ Citroen gets long overdue clean-up!”

You would have to be blind not to have noticed the number of Chinese cars flooding the roads of Britain. I think many car enthusiasts will instantly dismiss them as cheap versions of the Range Rover or targeting the bottom end of the market. That is a view that those of us with a fewContinue reading “BYD launches the Z supercar”

Just a quick reminder about the Holme Moss hill climb next Sunday.

Drivers of modern cars are being advised to make preparations for driving in the summer heat. But this advice is double for owners of classic cars. Whilst many classic cars are well maintained they can be uncomfortable in the heat. So it is a good idea to pack some simple essentials to keep cool inContinue reading “Keep your cool in heatwave traffic jams”

By Classic Yorkshire contributor, Tony Lofthouse There has always been a mystique about Eastern-bloc cars from the 60s and 70s – think the likes of Trabant, and Skoda and Lada models. In the 70s and 80s many became the butt of comedians jokes. But, some brave drivers would buy one of these State-made motors –Continue reading “Looking back at some Eastern European classics”

Zenvo Automotive unveiled two new VP prototype Aurora’s marking a significant milestone for the Danish hypercar manufacturer as it prepares for the first customer deliveries due in Summer 2027. Aurora is the most significant car in Zenvo’s 19-year history. Created to define a new era for the Danish hypercar manufacturer, it has been developed fromContinue reading “Zenvo Aurora Tur revealed.”

With long hot summers becoming the norm we may have to adapt the cars we drive and the way we look after them. The good news is that convertibles are now more practical than ever, even though manufacturers are turning away from them. Obviously air conditioning will be increasingly essential and maybe improved wipers andContinue reading “Practical tips for cleaning cars in a heatwave”

By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse A big thank you to Classic Yorkshire subscriber, John, who sent me pictures of a rare 1968-registered Vauxhall Viva spotted in Norfolk, but with West Yorkshire connections. The Viva HB SL90 convertible was based on Vauxhall’s sporty SL90 which delivered 20% more power than the standard HB models. TheContinue reading “Remembering a rare Vauxhall convertible”

Once again the team at The Fast Lane Club have done an amazing job of curating their Yorkshire Elegance event. With a range of special vehicles from the dawn of the motoring era to current day super cars the team have produced an event that easily stands alongside the events at Hampton Court (concourse deContinue reading “Yorkshire Elegance 2026.”

Let me start by saying up front that I am not an expert in AI. I have however been messing about with it and it is becoming an increasingly useful too. It might be usefuf or you too so here’s the story of my AI journey. Lets start with the basics. What is the differenceContinue reading “AI and classic cars”

By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse As a long-standing Rover owner I couldn’t let the 40th anniversary of the 800 series go unannounced. The Rover 800 was launched on 10th July 1986 with Rover Group shipping out 1000 new cars, mainly the top-spec Sterling model, to its dealer network. The 800 series grew out of a collaborationContinue reading “The Rover 800 – an overlooked classic?”