West Yorkshire was blessed with three successful City/Town centre shows (plus a few more smaller events). Bradford was the first but after 17 years it stopped three years ago, Wakefield, which has a strong Americana presence and Skipton. Skipton took a break for a few years but reappeared in 2023 and will be back againContinue reading “Skipton car show back for 2024”
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Special offer for event organisers.
Our friends at ADG Print in Bradford have a special offer for classic car event organisers. ADG have been producing rally plaques for many years and have been the printer of choice for us here at Classic Yorkshire. Their offer is free use of their Design Service when you place an order of 50 or moreContinue reading “Special offer for event organisers.”
Celebrating a French classic with an Italian touch!
By Classic Yorkshire contributor, Tony Lofthouse Fifty-five years ago, Peugeot launched the stunning 504 coupe and cabriolet models on the world. This two-door option was based on the hugely popular 504 sedan which first rolled off production lines in France in 1968. The sedan was to prove an instant hit being voted European Car ofContinue reading “Celebrating a French classic with an Italian touch!”
Britain’s oldest vehicle manufacturer celebrates 123rd anniversary
AC Cars, Britain’s oldest active vehicle manufacturer, is celebrating its 123rd anniversary with three milestones. The all new AC Cobra GT Roadster is already underway in the UK, the marque’s Donington Park HQ has expanded and it’s just wrapped up the design for the reveal of its next model- the AC Cobra GT Coupe. MarchContinue reading “Britain’s oldest vehicle manufacturer celebrates 123rd anniversary”
Ford Escort XR3 Restomod.
Following the recent reveal of restomods including Lotus Sunbeams and Peugeot 205 GTIs, Tolman has now completed its latest restoration project, a 1981 Ford Escort XR3 in better than new condition. Despite being younger and produced in higher numbers, restoring a modern classic poses new challenges requiring new skills and knowledge. Tolman is developing theseContinue reading “Ford Escort XR3 Restomod.”
Prestige car clubs are invited….
Yorkshire is a great place to be a classic car owner with events to meet every taste. Whether you are a fan of an everyday classic or a rare prestige model, you can find events for all comers, or specialist events for single makes. There is room for all of these events and prestige eventsContinue reading “Prestige car clubs are invited….”
Rare Citroen convertibles go to auction
By Classic Yorkshire correspondent Tony Lofthouse If you’re looking for a touch of French open-top elegance then how about the Citroen DS Decapotable (or ‘convertible’)? But, a word of warning – these are sought-after and expensive motors. Two recent sales net over £200,000! During the sixties, Citroen produced just 1,365 DS convertibles – 770 DS19s,Continue reading “Rare Citroen convertibles go to auction”
LEGO my BMW
With a new season in motor sport just around the corner, the collaboration between BMW M Motorsport and toymaker LEGO® has produced a new Speed Champions set. The new arrival will fuel excitement among younger motor sport fans from nine years of age, as well as laying on an authentic build-and-play experience for more matureContinue reading “LEGO my BMW”
40th anniversary of Ferrari’s first supercar
Exactly 40 years after its launch at the 1984 Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari has announced the GTO Legacy Tour 2024, an exclusive celebration of the 40th anniversary of a legendary car. The Maranello marque is organising a driving experience for owners of the Prancing Horse’s first ever supercar in the stunning surroundings of the Italian DolomitesContinue reading “40th anniversary of Ferrari’s first supercar”
Jaguar to end sports car production
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse Jaguar Land Rover has become the latest ‘big name’ to reveal its ending saloon and sports car production in favour of producing SUVs only from 2024. It signals the end of the road for the XE and XF saloons and the F-Type sports car. When we rank future classics,Continue reading “Jaguar to end sports car production”
Rocking a Dino
Rocking its way to Car & Classic’s online auction is a rare, UK-delivered, right-hand drive 1973 Ferrari 246 Dino GTS ordered from new by Peter Grant, the manager of the legendary rock group Led Zeppelin. A scarcely seen example of a Ferrari 246 Dino GTS in its own right, due to it being one ofContinue reading “Rocking a Dino”
End of the road for the Volvo estate
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse News that Volvo is pulling the plug on selling its estate and saloon cars in the UK marks the end of another motoring era. The Swedish car maker says the decision comes as sales of these motors has dropped to less than 10 percent of its range. Volvo willContinue reading “End of the road for the Volvo estate”