By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse A rare Austin 3-Litre has been snapped up and shipped from New Zealand to Orkney resident and Austin enthusiast Cathleen Hourie. Cathleen spotted the 1970 model for sale online but felt the long distance had dashed her dream of owning this British classic. However, seller and vintage car collector,Continue reading “Vintage Austin makes 11,000 mile island journey after online buy”
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My 80’s Icon.
When it comes to selecting a classic car from the 1980’s there is no shortage of choice. There were plenty of good looking cars for every budget with special editions , sports models, luxury and high performance. It would be easy to choose cars like the Porsche 911 Turbo, which surely says most about thisContinue reading “My 80’s Icon.”
Was the 1980’s the best car decade?
For me the 1980’s was my best decade. We started out as Dinks (dual income, no kids) and ended with a crippling mortgage and kids on the way. But I certainly felt well off with a new car and a new David Wilson home. I think we all have our favourite decade and mine isContinue reading “Was the 1980’s the best car decade?”
Iconic Japanese sports car to return?
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse Industry rumours are strong that Toyota are bringing back the Celica coupe, 20 years after it was discontinued. Testing is said to be underway on an eighth generation model powered by an all new 2.0 litre engine and the reborn car could be called the GR Celica or CelicaContinue reading “Iconic Japanese sports car to return?”
Caterham unveils limited-edition Seven HWM Edition
Caterham and sports car dealership HWM have launched a limited-edition model, the Seven HWM Edition, inspired by the legendary 1951 HWM-Alta grand prix car. Caterham (Caterham Cars Ltd) has produced lightweight, two-seater sports cars since 1973 when Graham Nearn acquired the tooling, designs and exclusive rights to the Seven from Lotus founder Colin Chapman. InContinue reading “Caterham unveils limited-edition Seven HWM Edition”
Audi RS 3 competition limited edition
To celebrate the 50-year anniversary of the legendary five-cylinder engine, Audi Sport is unveiling an exclusive special-edition model: the RS 3 competition. With 750 examples to be built, and only 11 earmarked for the UK, it stands for a five-decade-long success story from the brand with four rings. Its inline five makes the compact performanceContinue reading “Audi RS 3 competition limited edition”
Rare ‘untouched’ Jensen FF uncovered after 30 years
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse It never ceases to amaze me of reports of ‘barn finds’ up and down the country. Last month, a rare 1969 Jensen FF went ‘under the hammer’ after more than three decades spent in complete hibernation at a Midlands home. The Mist Grey Mk1 Jensen was bought new inContinue reading “Rare ‘untouched’ Jensen FF uncovered after 30 years”
Twisted unveils its first-ever interpretation of the Range Rover Classic
Yorkshires Twisted Automotive, the world-renowned specialists in re-engineering iconic British 4x4s, has unveiled its first-ever Range Rover project: the Twisted interpretation of a Range Rover Classic (TRRC). Following 25 years of perfecting the Defender, Twisted has applied its ‘anti-ordinary’ philosophy to the two-door Range Rover Classic. The TRRC is a project rooted in deep personalContinue reading “Twisted unveils its first-ever interpretation of the Range Rover Classic”
70 of the world’s most desirable cars for sale
I love a good auction. Not just the really exclusive ones (like this one) but every kind of car auction. The on-line catalogues are a great source of information about the models whose values are falling or on the rise. They also bring unfamiliar models to my attention which I can read up about later.Continue reading “70 of the world’s most desirable cars for sale”
Iconic Italian coupe to return as SUV
By Classic Yorkshire contributor Tony Lofthouse Car giants Lancia are bringing back its stylish Gamma model from the seventies in SUV form with testing well underway. The Gamma was launched in 1976 to compete in the executive market. It boasted sharp Pininfarina styling and powered by an all aluminium 2.5 litre flat-four engine. It cameContinue reading “Iconic Italian coupe to return as SUV”
Wait and See Part 2:
The successful completion of the expedition across Africa was a PR success. The cars, Wait and See were sent on a tour of Jowett dealers across the UK and then used at the factory for moving parts around. Both cars were rebodied with Long 2 bodies with a Dickie seat. Car number 1 (Wait) wasContinue reading “Wait and See Part 2:”
Wait and See: A story of Yorkshire grit.
David Metcalfe is a true classic car enthusiast. With 30 classic cars in various stages of restoration he probably has the largest and most diverse personal collection that I have come across. He recently told me about one of his cars that would be 100 years old in 2026. That is remarkable, though it’s notContinue reading “Wait and See: A story of Yorkshire grit.”