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How To Get Your Classic Car Ready For Spring

Now that the sun is shining and lockdowns are beginning to ease, classic car owners are looking forward to attending real-world car meets and classic car shows, as well as driving their beloved. In this post, we take a look at how to get your classic car ready for spring after being stored for winter. Check the Fluids This includes oil and brake fluid. It's best to do this before you start driving your car around again so that it doesn't overheat or run out of brakes while you're driving! If there is any rust in these areas, then use

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-03-31T08:40:28+00:00March 31st, 2021|How-To's|0 Comments

Classic Cars Could Fail MOT’s on Bulb Conversions

An update to the MOT inspection could find classic and modern classic car owners failing their MOT over their headlights. Of course, vehicles over 40 years old are exempt from having to take the MOT, but if they opt to have their car checked, they could find themselves failing too. What are the New MOT Rules? According to the MOT inspection manual, existing Halogen headlamp units should not be converted to HID or LED lights. LED lights cannot be fitted anywhere else on your classic car either unless they meet ECE standard 128 and ECE standard 148 Very few bulbs

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-03-15T18:50:10+00:00March 15th, 2021|Classic Car News|0 Comments

Renault Reboot an Icon With The R5 EV – Would You Buy It?

Reboots of classic cars are nothing new. The VW Beetle, BMW’s Mini and the Fiat 500 prove that there’s space in our hearts for reimagined iconic classic cars. Renault will be the latest to bring a discontinued model into the 21st Century when they bring back an electrified icon. The Renault 5 was launched in 1972 and enjoyed a production run of 19 years when it was replaced with the Renault Clio. The car is better known for its rally and Turbo models, which now have a place in the hot hatch hall of fame. But, can the

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-03-01T21:11:46+00:00March 1st, 2021|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Classic Car Competition

Now that our Campervan Competition is over, we have decided to run a new competition, this time with a focus on classic cars. Instead of a treasure hunt, the game is simple, visit our website and choose your favourite car, if it matches the car we have pre-selected then you will be entered into the prize draw to win a dash cam to protect your own vehicle. Here are the terms & conditions Only 1 entry per person will be accepted, so use it wisely. Participants must reside within the UK and be 16 or over. The prize

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-02-22T19:58:53+00:00February 22nd, 2021|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Can I Rent My Campervan Out?

Staycations are on target to boom this year, with uncertainty around overseas travel and the quarantines etc. that may be imposed. Because of this, businesses in the UK holiday sector are set to get some relief after a year of difficulties. This presents a business opportunity for savvy campervan owners. Camper vans and motorhomes are the perfect way to get away, enjoy nature and have everything you need at your fingertips. Just park up at a campsite and let the holidays begin. Although there is still uncertainty around when lockdown will end and what the latest restrictions will

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-02-14T18:54:58+00:00February 14th, 2021|Camper Vans|0 Comments

Nissan Unveils Office Campervan Concept

Camper vans have long appealed to people who like to hit the road and enjoy the beauty of nature. A home away from home, they allow for cooking and sleeping wherever you are. Now, Nissan has upped the game and revealed a concept vehicle fit for the Covid era. Could you use an office campervan? The office Pod is an adapted version of the Nissan's NV350 Caravan which has been available in Japan since 2013. Working from home has become the new normal over the last year, with remote working set to continue way beyond the current pandemic. Companies have

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-02-06T20:15:47+00:00February 5th, 2021|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Campervan Treasure Hunt

Now that 2020 is behind us, we have decided to start the new year off with a little fun. Over the next week, we will be placing clues on our social media channel, the hunt will then be on to find the Camper Van on our website. We will update this blog post with all new clues as and when they are posted. Once you think you know which Camper Van is the one we are describing you can submit your entry via the messaging system of our social media channels. The winner will be chosen at random via a

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-02-06T13:22:53+00:00January 24th, 2021|Uncategorized|0 Comments

8 Classic Cars Celebrating Birthday’s This year

The car community's mood is probably at an all-time low with more uncertainty about 2021 events and meetups due to Covid. It's not all doom and gloom though, 2021 marks the birthday of some special classic cars. From modern classic cars marking their 20th birthday to some old-timers hitting half a century or more. We take a look at some of the vehicles celebrating this year, with quite a few cars turning 60 this year, 1961 was a great year for cars! photo by GTHO Ford Zephyr – 70th Birthday The Ford Zephyr was first unveiled at

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-01-19T15:15:10+00:00January 19th, 2021|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Get Your Classic Car Fix in Lockdown 3

With another national lockdown in full swing, 2021 has begun with all the uncertainty of 2020. For many, the last year has been one of sacrifice and fear. We have given up everything we enjoy to protect ourselves, families and neighbours. What have you missed this last year? Most of the car community have missed the socialising, the meetups, car shows and long drives. We had all hoped for a return to some normality this year, but that now remains unclear. To ensure you can still get some of your classic car fix we have compiled a list of things

By Classic Cars & Campers|2021-01-11T12:17:47+00:00January 11th, 2021|Classic Cars|0 Comments

Last Minute Christmas Gifts for a Classic Car Enthusiast

The final countdown is on, with only days left until Christmas have you got all your gifts? If you’ve been scratching your head wondering what to buy for a classic car enthusiast then perhaps this little list can help. We have compiled a list of 10 great Christmas gifts for a classic car enthusiast below. Lego Cars Lego produces a range of vehicle kits to keep the classic car enthusiast busy over the festive period. There’s the Fiat 500, a 1985 Audi Sport Quattro, a James Bond Aston Martin DB5 and even a VW T1 bus. These toys range from

By Classic Cars & Campers|2020-12-18T11:59:27+00:00December 18th, 2020|Classic Cars|0 Comments

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