Innholdsfortegnelse for 8/3/2022 i Classic Car Buyer

Sign up to our newsletter at www.classicsworld.co.uk One of the world’s best-loved rally drivers, Paddy Hopkirk MBE, passed away on July 21 at the age of 89. Hopkirk was the man who famously won the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally at the wheel of the iconic Mini Cooper S, guaranteeing him a podium place in the history of motorsport. Belfast-born Paddy began in competition taking part in trials, initially with a VW Beetle before upgrading to a Triumph TR2 in 1955, crafting his skills to become a formidable competitor throughout Northern Ireland and beyond. And it was his success in events like the 900-mile Irish Rally (which he won outright) that brought Hopkirk to the attention of the ‘big boys’. Standard-Triumph gave Paddy his Works debut in the 1956 RAC Rally…

Over 500 spectators lined the British Motor Museum’s main driveway on July 22 to watch the arrival of the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay as part of the build-up to the Commonwealth Games. It was accompanied by the museum’s 1953 Royal Ceremonial Land Rover that was used by the Queen and Prince Philip on a six-month Commonwealth tour soon after the coronation. Spectators at Gaydon were also able to view a special gathering of 200 British classics while the Baton Relay entourage toured the museum.…

Mini Estate The exciting new Mini of 1959 would inevitably expand into a full range of models, though most useful of all was the 1960-on estate that went on to enjoy a 22-year career. What started off as the Traveller and Countryman ended its days as the Mini HL Estate, a rebadged Clubman for the early ’80s. Hillman Husky The Husky went through three different generations, each being a three-door estate version of an existing saloon. The first Husky arrived in 1954, based on the Minx of the time, while its 1958-65 successor (shown here) was derived from the ‘Audax’ line-up. The final Husky was Imp-based, launched in 1967. BMC 1100/1300 The 1100-based estate (available as an Austin or Morris) finally arrived in 1966, combining neat styling with a spacious…

Quotation supplied by Lancaster Insurance Web: lancasterinsurance.co.uk Tel: 01480 809176 Standard quote: £89.97, or £107.97 with Agreed Value. Quote based on a 45-year-old marketing manager, access to another car, no claims or convictions, club member, 3000 miles per year, no modifications, living in SP2 0HL. Disclaimer: Policy benefits, features and discounts offered may vary between insurance schemes or cover selected and are subject to underwriting criteria. An additional premium may be payable.…

Audi is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the iconic RS6, the high-performance version of its A6 line-up, now in its fourth generation. The original RS6 boasted up to 444bhp from its 4.2-litre twin-turbo V8, making it the most powerful Audi of the time. Production of the first-gen ‘C5’ RS6 began in 2002, and for three consecutive generations these high-powered estates left the Neckarsulm production line as incomplete but driveable cars. They then went to an adjacent hall, where Quattro GmbH workers would lift each car on a hydraulic ramp and manually work on it for around 15 hours adding the final parts. It would take until Audi’s fourth generation – the ‘C8’ – for that to change and for each RS6 to head towards the showroom straight from the assembly…

Blue Diamond Riley Services is on the hunt for a classic and vintage car mechanic to join the specialist team at its Bicester Heritage workshops. Applicants will need to have a passion for classics and know their way around them, although Riley-specific experience is not essential. Meeting customers, delivering and collecting cars, and representing Blue Diamond at events will also form part of the role. In return, you’ll get the experience of working on vintage cars at one of the UK’s most fascinating automotive locations, as well as enjoying the Blue Diamond fleet, a pension and – perhaps most crucial of all – the odd Fish & Chip Friday with the team. Blue Diamond specialises in pre-war Rileys, although other pre- and post-war marques are also worked on. The company…

Fans of Steph Holloway, who runs the popular IDRIVEACLASSIC YouTube channel and has become an internet star via her road tests of countless different models, has announced her own get-together next month. It all takes place on Saturday, September 24 at Gilks Garage Café (gilksgaragecafe.com), based at Kineton, Warwickshire. The meet will start from 9am and finish at around 3pm – it’s free to attend and there’s no pre-booking. Simply turn up on the day, meet Steph and enjoy the cars. The café will be open throughout the event serving great food. For more details, check out Steph’s IDRIVEACLASSIC page on Facebook.…

Jack Grover, Production Editor FORD ANGLIA 105E It took Dagenham over a decade to catch up with the Minor’s advances in small car design, but when it did it showed that in some ways the Minor 1000 was too little, too late. The 105E’s styling was as up to date as the Morris ‘jelly mould’ was dated, while the new short-stroke motorway-ready Kent engine was a gem. Today the 105E is a rarer and more eye-catching choice, but the parts support isn’t quite as comprehensive. Andrew Evanson, Senior Operations Manager, Lancaster Insurance Services AUSTIN A40 With its steering box and semi-mechanical brakes, the A40 ‘Farina’ is nowhere near as modern to drive as the Minor, but it has a charm all of its own. Its built almost entirely out of…

Contact: Stone Cold Classics, Unit 9, Nepicar Park, Wrotham, TN15 7RR Tel: 07711 645465 stonecoldclassics.com The E36 generation of BMW 3 Series is fast becoming a sought-after modern classic. After being one of the go-to vehicles for amateur drifters in the UK, it’s a less common sight than it once was, particularly when it comes to non-mainstream derivatives. So, finding a 318iS Coupe in as good a condition as this three-owner, 33,000-mile example is always a treat. The car is finished in scarcely seen Morea Green, while the interior is upholstered in a light grey cloth, keeping the cabin feeling bright and roomy. Keen drivers will benefit from a five-speed manual transmission as well as an M Sport suspension set-up. Plus, while the 1.8-litre unit under the bonnet isn’t the…

August is upon us, which means it’s peak holiday season. Many families will be jetting off to sunny climes, while others will enjoy what’s now colloquially referred to as a staycation. Or as we used to call it in my childhood years, a perfectly normal holiday. Yes, back in the ’70s, despite the arrival of the package holiday, the majority of us stayed in the UK. At least, that’s how it seemed when I was growing up. I started the ’70s as an excitable five-year-old and ended the decade in typically grumpy mid-teens, and throughout it all most of my friends’ parents seemed to opt for the stay-in-Britain type of break. I can just about recall the Llandudno guest house I was taken to at the beginning of the decade,…

This year’s Goodwood Revival – which takes place from September 16 to 18 – is set to host a trio of celebrations, including Ferrari’s 75th anniversary. To mark the occasion, 75 Revival-era racing Ferraris will head to the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit, parading it on all three days to give marque enthusiasts a memorable experience. At the other end of the motoring spectrum, the 2022 Revival will also commemorate the 100th anniversary of the humble Austin Seven, with a parade of over 100 examples on each day of the event. On show will be everything from standard-spec Sevens through to specialist models such as Austin Seven tractors, military vehicles, racing Sevens and more. Finally, as 2022 marks the 60th anniversary of motor racing icon Graham Hill’s first Formula One World…

PEUGEOT 205 Prior to the launch of the 205 in 1983, Peugeot was seen as the producer of worthy but somewhat dull machines. It had been one of the first European manufacturers to enter the supermini market of the ’70s via the 104, but by early the following decade it was lagging behind newer rivals. What Peugeot really needed was a stylish supermini with real driver appeal. The end result was the 205 – one of the most important launches of 1983, not just for its influence on Europe’s supermini market but also for transforming its maker’s image throughout the continent. So good was this newcomer in terms of its performance, handling, practicality, economy and fun factor, it was soon being hailed as a class leader, and would remain so…

Contact: CCHL 29 Bankside, Hull, East Yorkshire HU5 1SY  Tel: 01482 441551 cchl.co.uk By 1968, BMC’s financial woes meant that a merger with Leyland was now its best chance of survival. However, despite the new influx of cash, there was still limited funding for the performance branches of the new company. By the time the 1970s rolled around, when the MGB was beginning to feel a bit long in the tooth, cost-effective measures needed to be taken to extend the car’s life. Product rationalisation that favoured Triumph ensured there was no MGB successor; and so to prevent the MG line-up from feeling outdated, the later chrome-bumper cars (like this 1972 example) were fitted with minor alterations and upgrades. Visually, the biggest difference was the grille which, unlike earlier examples, was…

Channel your inner John Cleland with this forgotten fast Vauxhall. A former demo car, this ultra-niche Vectra GSi has had just one private owner since 2001, amassing a total of 31,000 miles by 2010. An attempt has clearly been made to keep the car’s mileage down to a minimum, as in the following decade that figure was extended to just 37,500. Naturally, having been used so sparingly, the Velvet Green Vectra was in need of some light TLC once it arrived at the specialist dealer now selling it. Since it’s been under Stone Cold Classics’ custodianship, the car has benefited from full recommissioning, including four new Pirelli tyres, new Brembo discs and pads at the front, a full service (including brake fluid), and a cambelt and water pump change. The…

HOMOLOGATION HEROES We pay tribute to a selection of motorsport-developed machines that were homologated for the road – and the legacy they’ve left behind. MGB ALTERNATIVES If you fancy a period roadster but not an MGB, we present three intriguing alternatives: Sunbeam Alpine, Alfa Spider and Triumph TR7. BUYING A FORD SIERRA As part of the model’s 40th anniversary celebrations, we’ve all the expert advice you’ll need if you’re tempted by a member of the Sierra family. PLUS… All the latest classic news, updates and auction results from around the UK. DOWNLOAD THE DIGITAL ISSUE OF CLASSIC CAR BUYER FROM AS LITTLE AS 94p! Visit: www.pocketmags.com or download it via the App Store; search ‘Classic Car Buyer’. The printed version of Classic Car Buyer is available in ASDA, Tesco, Morrisons and WH…