Lately, it seems that classic car theft has risen dramatically. With this blog becoming more of a lost and found page for vintage vehicles lost in action. Particularly hard hit recently, besides elderly Fords, are classic Minis. Continue reading Stolen: Mini Crime Wave!
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STOLEN: ’78 Escort RS 2000
Get your goggles on as another beautiful classic has been swiped from below the owner’s nose!
This 1978 Ford Escort RS 2000 was Continue reading STOLEN: ’78 Escort RS 2000
C+C: Unmolested AX GT
During the 80’s and early 90’s, Citroen were synonymous with hot hatches. The Saxo VTS set the supermini world on fire, the BX GTI turned out to be a hooligan and then there was the AX GT. Continue reading C+C: Unmolested AX GT
STOLEN: Silver ’82 Scirocco GTI
A 1982 MK2 Volkswagen Scirocco GTI has been stolen from Northampton on Tuesday 25th October. Owner Roger is devastated and seeks Continue reading STOLEN: Silver ’82 Scirocco GTI
Factory fresh Lotus Talbot Sunbeam
What? – A 1980 Lotus Talbot Sunbeam. Not just any Sunbeam either, this one appears to have time travelled 34 years into the present time straight from the factory. Even Doctor Who would be Continue reading Factory fresh Lotus Talbot Sunbeam
Scrappage Scandal: Crushed French Classics
Recent statistics released by the Government’s Department for Business Innovation and Skills have disheartened the motoring world. The statistics details the numbers, makes and models of all vehicles recycled during 2009’s Scrappage Scheme.
The scheme, introduced at the height of the Credit Crunch, encouraged buyers to part with their rotten old bangers for a £2,000 discount off a brand new model. The stimulus for the British economy led to the departure of hundreds of thousands of usable cars, a move hardly considered environmentally friendly.
In this article, we focus on the French classic cars which lost their lives in the recent financial crisis. Our hearts truly bleed. Continue reading Scrappage Scandal: Crushed French Classics
Dashing Final Edition Delta
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What? – A stunning example of a Lancia Delta Integrale. Not just any Integrale though, a 1995 Lancia Delta Integrale EVO 2 Edizione Finale to be precise. One of the last produced, following a legendary Continue reading Dashing Final Edition Delta
Hot for 80’s Renault Hatch
What? – A completely original Renault 5 GT Turbo. Released from the hypothetical time capsule, this 1986 hot hatch would make a sterling choice for any performance enthusiasts. Introduced in 1985, the GT Turbo was a Continue reading Hot for 80’s Renault Hatch