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A few weeks ago we reported on the 6R4 recreation that was creating a buzz on social media. It certainly created some discussion among my fellow rallying enthusiasts. More details have emerged and as promised here are the updates. The car will be powered by a 3.0 litre Audi engine from the Audi S4 withContinue reading “MST 6R4 Update.”

As a Yorkshire based BLOG I really enjoy telling local stories and giving a platform to enthusiasts and businesses. There are incredible stories where enthusiasts are reviving cars or competing in events enabling the rest of us to enjoy the fruits of their labour. Mick Strafford is one such person and here is his story.Continue reading “Firenza Can Am”

By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse Starting from humble beginnings to becoming a global powerhouse, the Japanese car industry has made some truly iconic motors along the way. Super cars from the ‘land of the rising sun’ like the Honda NSX, Nissan Skyline GT-R, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo and Toyota Supra are often the rolling outContinue reading “‘Six of the best’ – celebrating Japanese classics”

Following the Alpine A110 Tour de Corse 75 revealed in 2022, it is now the turn of the A110 San Remo 73 limited edition to pay tribute to the brand’s rallying past. This new edition Alpine celebrates the 50th anniversary of victory in the Sanremo Rally and the manufacturer’s title for Alpine in World RallyContinue reading “A MODERN REINTERPRETATION OF THE ALPINE LEGEND”

One of the most beautiful and desirable motor cars ever built is the latest exhibit to take its place at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The distinctive Gullwing Mercedes 300SL was originally supplied by Mercedes-Benz Great Britain to His Majesty King Hussein of Jordan in August 1955. The late King Hussein competed successfully withContinue reading “Mercedes Gullwing 300SL”

By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse If you’re looking for a lively sports coupe blending style and exceptional handling then how about taking a look at the Volkswagen Corrado? Twenty-eight years ago, production ended but not before the Corrado had given rivals like the Porsche 944 and Audi’s performance models a good run for theirContinue reading “The VW Corrado – A rare German gem”

Car & Classic have revealed that the Ford Escort still tops the most searched for classic car of 2022. The outcome is the result of an analysis tracking the classic car searches between 2022 and 2021. Ford is still the most-searched for brand, but whilst the Escort, Capri and Cortina are still making up more thanContinue reading “Most searched for classic cars of 2022”

Facebook was buzzing this week when MST (MotorSport Tools) teased us with news of a new build Metro 6R4 for the historic motorsport enthusiast. I have a particular soft spot for the 6R4 and it invokes some very special memories for me.  It was 1985 when I moved into marketing and public relations and myContinue reading “MST launch a new Metro 6R4”

By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse In 1973, British Leyland launched an ambitious rival to the likes of BMW and Alfa Romero’s strong hold on the medium-sized sports saloon market. It came in the shape of the Dolomite Sprint. It’s fair to say the motoring press loved the new car with its ‘slant-four’ 1998cc engineContinue reading “Right car, wrong time, the racy Dolomite at 50”

During my research into the racing driver Anita Taylor, I found that she was mostly referred to as Trevor Taylor’s sister.   Trevor was a successful racing driver who drove alongside Jim Clarke at Lotus but he was never referred to as Anita Taylors brother.   Anita was a successful racer in her own right and wasContinue reading “Yorkshire motorsport legends: Anita Taylor”

By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse The iconic Audi TT is set to end production this year after 25 years, with the carmaker deciding now is the time to go all electric. To mark the signing off of the TT, the German car giants are rolling out a ‘special’ Final Edition model. They add thatContinue reading “It’s ta-ra to the Audi TT”

As McLaren marks its 60th anniversary, the supercar maker has teamed up with the LEGO Group to release the first-ever double pack of LEGO Speed Champions featuring two of McLaren’s most iconic supercars: the McLaren F1 LM and McLaren Solus GT. Both LEGO creations pay homage to McLaren’s technical innovation and design with authentic detailsContinue reading “LEGO Speed Champions”