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Classic Car Industry Could be Wounded by New National Scrappage Scheme Under a Labour Government

Recent comments made by the shadow transport secretary, Louise Haigh MP, are concerning for classic car enthusiasts. When questioned about the possibility of a nationwide scrappage scheme being reintroduced under a labour government, Ms Haigh said such a scheme is something her party are ‘looking really carefully at’. The comments, which were made at a recent Labour Party Conference, follow a tweet by the shadow transport secretary back in March, which stated: ‘We’ll help families with grants and interest-free loans to make the switch to affordable clean vehicles, and trial a national scrappage scheme’. These comments come as a concern

By |2022-11-13T13:30:50+00:00November 13th, 2022|Classic Car News|0 Comments

The Radiator Grille – The Face of Cars is Changing

*Image by Mercedes Benz AG   With the introduction and evolution of electric vehicles, the face of cars is changing. The traditional radiator grille, a standard feature for over a century, no longer serves a vital purpose. Will this drastically change the look of our cars, and what will take its place? Why Were Radiator Grilles Needed? The radiator grille plays a vital role in a car's cooling system, allowing fresh, cooler air to reach the car's radiator lowering the temperature and preventing overheating. As well as helping to cool the engine, grilles can also have other uses. In some

By |2022-10-24T12:16:39+00:00October 24th, 2022|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Owning a Classic Car on a Budget

Classic cars can be a good investment, bringing benefits such as road tax exemption and appreciating value. However, they can also come with financial pitfalls, which owners need to be aware of. With the rising cost of living, some classic car owners might soon find their passion unfordable if not kept in check. This article will provide some tips to help you continue owning a classic car on a budget. Do your research before buying a car as an investment If you’re looking to purchase a classic car as an investment, with a view to selling it on for a

By |2022-10-01T20:50:33+00:00October 1st, 2022|Classic Cars, How-To's|0 Comments

World’s Oldest Motorhome Fetches £63,000 at Auction

*Image from Bonhams Having been custom built from a Ford Model T way back in 1914, what is believed to be the world’s oldest motorhome is certainly one of a kind. When it went up for auction last week, it was expected to fetch between £20,000 and £30,000. However, on the day, it proved to be worth far more to the winning bidder, who paid more than twice the high estimate, at £63,000, to own this unique piece of motoring history. Still fully functioning and beautifully restored, the story of the world’s oldest motorhome began over a hundred years ago.

By |2022-09-22T15:27:14+00:00September 22nd, 2022|Camper Vans|0 Comments

Citroen Type H Van Rebooted

The Citroen Type H Van was introduced in 1947 and was the first front-wheel drive van in mass circulation. This van spanned a production cycle of over three decades without any significant changes. Today the vans continue to be popular, their simplistic and typically Citroen-Esque quirky designs have made them popular with small businesses, and they live on as catering vans, mobile coffee, shops, delivery vans etc. Retro has had a resurgence, many manufacturers are revisiting designs of days gone by for inspiration for their upcoming electric models, but Designers David Obendorfer and Fabrizio Caselani have taken things a step

By |2022-09-09T08:24:18+00:00September 9th, 2022|Camper Vans, Classic Car News|0 Comments

Risk of Classic Car Theft Rises in Summer

Summer is the season that all classic car enthusiasts look forward to. It brings the perfect conditions for driving our cherished vehicles and working on restoration projects. However, sadly it also provides greater opportunities for thieves. The risk Opportunistic thieves have always targeted classic cars. But the risk of classic car theft is on the rise now as organised criminals are recognising the potential of classic cars as a financial investment. Not only are classic cars extremely desirable to thieves due to their potential value, but the issue is also compounded by the fact that these vehicles are generally much

By |2022-08-29T20:50:32+00:00August 29th, 2022|Classic Car News|0 Comments

7 Cool Things to Take in Your Camper Van

There’s nothing like the freedom and flexibility that roaming around in your campervan gives. But as we all know, living on the road sometimes provides barriers to comfort and convenience. We have compiled a list of 7 cool and useful things to take in your campervan, helping to take your camping trip to the next level of comfort and enjoyment. Pocket WiFi Let’s face it, most of us would struggle to live comfortably without internet access these days. A portable WiFi device can help you stay connected wherever you go in your camper van, so you can keep

By |2022-08-22T12:18:38+00:00August 22nd, 2022|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Classic Cars Stolen for Banger Racing

Image Credit Dan Chapman  - Featured in Salisbury Journal It's every classic car owner's worst nightmare. Your beautiful car, lovingly restored and cared for, is stolen. Then, to add insult to injury, it's used in banger racing - a sport that destroys cars for fun. This is what happened to two classic car owners recently. Both cars were stolen in June and then used in a banger race in Ringwood this month (August). Mark Wright, from Andover, Hampshire, reported his 1985 Ford LTD Country Squire wagon stolen in June. He issued an appeal to local residents to keep their eyes

By |2022-08-15T10:58:40+00:00August 15th, 2022|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Classic Cars: A Safe Investment in a Tumultuous Economy

Image - From Southeby's Catalogue for their annual Monterey sale which is due to take place between the 18th and 20th of August in California You may have been considering a range of investments as a way to safeguard your finances in these uncertain times - stocks, property, bonds or commodities. But if you're looking for an investment that is both safe and has the potential for healthy returns, then you should consider classic cars. Despite the current economic downturn and high fuel prices, classic cars continue to be in demand and are fetching ever-higher prices at auction. So if

By |2022-08-03T13:45:38+00:00August 3rd, 2022|Uncategorized|0 Comments

A Fashionista Restomod: The 50th Anniversary of the Renault 5

This year, the 50th anniversary of the Renault 5 is being celebrated with an extraordinary edition: the Diamant. Pierre Gonalons, a fashionista with a great sense of style, has given this classic car a restomod redesign that is sure to turn heads. The Diamant is an electric vehicle conversion redesigned with a nod to its past while bringing it into the 21st Century. When Renault designed the R5, the world was changing. It was the end of the 1960s approaching a new decade. The younger generation was bucking trends; they wanted to be trendy and laid back. Renault decided to

By |2022-07-23T13:06:24+00:00July 23rd, 2022|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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