Category: Classic Cars
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“The Fastest Lorry In The World”
This was how Ettore Bugatti described the 3 litre Bentley (although he probably said “Le camion le plus rapide du monde”). When compared to the aesthetic charms of his Type 35, he could have a point. But history shows that the Bentley 3 litre and its siblings, weighing in at around…
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Classic Cars, MGCC
Oulton Park Gold Cup 70th Anniversary: Exciting Races and Spectacular Cars
Phew, a pretty busy weekend. My experience of this event before this year, was as a driver in either a historic touring car or an MGB. So I never really considered the geography, other than where the next corner was. This place has hills! I arrived early Friday morning and…
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The Silverstone Festival: UK Historic Motorsport Festival Programme and Attractions
It’s the beginning of August and time to prepare for the biggest public meeting of the UK Historic Motorsport Season. The Silverstone Festival takes place on Friday to Sunday 23rd to 25th August 2024. Since its inception as the Coys Silverstone Classic in 1990, the event has inevitably grown and…
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Reflections on Historic Motorsport and Racing Ethics: Donington Classic Festival 2024 Update
Back in May, I attended the Donington Historic Festival. I took lots of pictures which can be found on line here. I try to avoid posting pictures of damaged cars because, having been there myself I know how hard it can be to see the aftermath of bad driving. The…
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Aylesbury MG Club Annual Pride of Ownership 2024: MG Showcase
Tuesday 2nd July and on a pleasant sunny evening, the Aylesbury MG Club held its annual Pride of Ownership event at the Stone Sports and Social Club. The recent poor weather meant that the turn out was less than usual but nonetheless a perfectly formed group of MG enthusiasts and…
Peter Mallett Racing 