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Chapman's Car Compendium
The Essential Book of Car Facts and Trivia Giles Chapman If you have ever wondered which the best taxi ride…
February 2008
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Marcos
Although an instant success on the track, the Marcos had a far from trouble-free upbringing By Richard Heseltine / Photography…
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Classic view of Aussie tracks
A return to the Classic Adelaide Rally provided the perfect opportunity to explore the circuits that historically hosted the Australian…
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Winning Williams in detail
From time to time I’ve been asked by fans of Grand Prix Legends – the computer race driving game –…
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Galaxie has always been a heavy-hitter – just ask Sir Jack
One of the more startling sights of the last Goodwood Revival Meeting was Richard Butterfield’s majestic Willment-liveried Ford Galaxie cavorting…
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'A' stands for anticipation
Now popular in VSCC trials, the Model A Ford was one of the most eagerly-awaited cars Although the Austin 7…
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A punishment to fit the crime
The man who set a new record for the fastest speed-limit transgression caught on camera has been released from prison.…
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Austins everywhere
The most prolific car in vintage events is the original Austin 7, which says much for the good quality of…
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Trial and sprint successes
Trial and sprint successes The popular VSCC Welsh Trial in October had a very healthy entry. The Presteigne Trophy was…
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Bo'Ness Speed Hill Climb
Kenny Baird I remember reporting on Bo’ness with my boss, Mr Wesley Tee. He owned Motor Sport and I was…
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Bugattis at Prescott
Bugatti Owners' Club It is good that recently books have been published on the history of the Shelsley Walsh, South…
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