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	For Sale: One's very best Daimler The Queen's personal motor, modified to cater for her handbag and corgis, is on the market
	Volkswagen Transporter celebrates 60th birthday The famous old wagon is still going strong and has been championed as a cultural icon.
	80th Built Lamborghini Miura P400 fetches £205,000 at Coys Auction 31 Cars sold at Coys - Spring Classics
	Expert champions ''cool'' Jaguar XKSS Roadster Motor Trend Classic editor Matt Stone reminisces about driving Steve McQueen's famous Jaguar.
	UK based dealer awarded top European Concours award Vanden-Plas Princess 4 Ltr R scoop 1st place in 1958-1975 class
	1935 Lagonda LG45 Tourer fetches £167,200 at H&H Race Retro Auction 29 Cars sold at H&H - Collectors Motor Cars
	New 1968 TVR Tuscan road car planned after motor show success Classic car fans could soon see a revamped road version of a rare TVR Tuscan.
	Enzo Ferrari ''one of the best super cars ever'' The Ferrari built to honour its founder is celebrated in a new report.
	Silverstone event to feature ''stunning'' classic cars Petrolheads attending this year's Silverstone Classic will see plenty of classic cars, according to one expert.
	Selling classic cars in Europe ''profitable'' The changes in economic circumstances in recent years could see classic car owners make a tidy profit if they sell their vehicles in Europe.
	Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia has "few equals" A new review celebrates the last ever 375 Mille Miglia built by the famous Italian marque.
	Classic car fleet worth £130,000 destroyed in arson attack A collection of classic cars owned by a wedding vehicle firm have been destroyed in a fire.
	1956 Bentley S1 by HJ Mulliner fetches £166,500 at Bonhams auction 44 cars sold at Bonhams - Collectors' Motor Cars
	Classic car owners ''have many different profiles'' Britons have varying ideas about the best way to look after their classic cars.
	Hell''s Kitchen star to sell Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli is selling his much-loved modern classic.
	MGB hailed as ''Britain''s favourite classic car'' The MGB is arguably the most-loved British classic car, one reviewer has suggested.
	Classic car fans attend Donington event Motoring enthusiasts descended on Donington to catch a glimpse of some classic cars.
	Classic cars bring "unparalleled joy" to owners Classic cars are a wise investment as they provide huge enjoyment to their owners, according to one motoring expert.
	Mercedes'' 190E 2.3-16 hailed as its ''best ever'' The Cosworth-powered Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 from the 1980s has been championed in a new review.
	Ireland puts Audi R8 Quattro R-Tronic up for sale Manchester City star Stephen Ireland is planning to sell his classic modern Audi supercar.
	Bentley S1 Continental headlines classic car auction A 1956 Bentley S1 Continental Sports Saloon is set to be the main attraction at an auction of 50 classic cars this weekend.
	Classic car owners warned over battery issues One in four classic cars could fail to start for their first drive after winter due to flat batteries, according to one company.
	Luxury classic car fleet discovered in barn A group of rare classic cars which were rarely driven by their "bored" millionaire owner have been found in Suffolk.
	''Greatest ever Ferrari'' available for £13m Ferrari 250 GTO classic car set to be sold by auctioneers.
	Classic TVR Tuscan ''brought to life'' A UK classic car firm has rebuilt a 1968 TVR Tuscan, according to a new report.
	Classic car club helping charity Eglinton Classic Car Club will be raising money for Diabetes UK this year.
	Classic 1937 BMW to go on sale in Monaco A classic BMW, which once featured in the Le Mans race in 1937, is to go up for auction.
	Many classic car owners ''going electric too'' Many classic car owners are said to be looking to electric motors as well as their vintage vehicles.
	Classic car tyre firm does an Italian job A Yorkshire classic car tyre company has set up an Italian version of its website.
	Classic car spares firm getting global respect A company specialising in the manufacture and supply of spare parts for Austin Healey motors is getting global business.
	Ford Escorts to go on sale at H&H Race Retro auction Some classic Ford Escort models will go on sale at the Race Retro event.
	Variety of classic car firms to appear at Race Retro A number of classic car companies will be showing off their stuff at Race Retro.
	Classic car club celebrating 15th anniversary Eglinton Classic Car Club is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year.
	1967 McLaren M1C Chevrolet V8 raced by Pink Floyd drummer fetches £122,500 at Coys Auction 28 cars sold at Coys - Competition, Touring and Rally Cars Auction
	Classic cars ''a sound investment'' Classic cars are said to be a decent investment.
	Special Morris Mini on show at Classic Transport Day A special vintage Mini was on show at Kidderminster's Classic Transport Day.
	Originality of classic car in dispute A dispute has arisen over whether a certain classic car can be defined as an original.
	1973 Porsche 911 as seen in the 1976 Circuit of Ireland sells at auction for £220,000 26 cars sold at H&H - Collectors Motor Cars Auction
	Volkswagen look to classic car for Polo GTI inspiration Volkswagen appears to have taken inspiration from one of its classic models for the carmaker's new Polo GTI.
	Classic BMW M5 E28 an ''understated'' performance saloon The BMW M5 E28 can provide classic car enthusiasts with a powerful drive.
	Classic car at centre of High Court dispute A certain Bentley model is at the centre of a High Court dispute, according to reports.
	Bentley looks to classic car for Supersports Convertible inspiration Bentley looks to the past for new inspiration.
	1948 Rolls-Royce with Sedanca De Ville coachwork sells for £33,925 at Charterhouse Auction 19 Cars sold at Charterhouse - Classic Car
	SVR Classic Transport Day details revealed Classic cars will meet for the Classic Transport Day in Kidderminster.
	The ideal home for a classic cars lover? Is this the perfect home for a classic car lover?
	Goodwood Revival selling well It appears classic cars enthusiasts will be flocking to the Goodwood Revival later this year.
	1956 Austin-Healey 100/4 Sports left hooker restored and sold for £42,900 at Barons, Surrey 29 Cars sold at Barons - Classic, Collectors & Sports Cars
	Classic cars to raise funds for Headway Essex Classic cars will be heading out on a drive to raise money for a certain brain injury charity.
	Daimler model attracting plenty of interest A certain classic Daimler has been getting plenty of coverage in the Watford area.
	Classic cars set to meet for February Funtime Vintage cars will appear at the February Funtime event in the Kidderminster area.
	28th Dana Point Concours d''Elegance set for June Classic cars will descend on California for an event in June.
	Classic car insurance advice Classic car owners have been advised to use specialist insurance for their motors.
	British classic cars to gather in Vancouver Classic cars will soon come together in Vancouver for a yearly event.
	Interest in classic TVRs ''remains'' Vintage TVRs are said to still attract a decent amount of interest.
	Valentine''s Day in a classic car in Paris Paris could be the ideal setting for a classic car lover's Valentine's Day.
	Classic cars set to meet at Milano-Senremo Cup A classic cars event is set to hit Milan later this year.
	Classic cars preservation promoted in India Classic cars are being respected over in India with a rally.
	Classic Car Club hosts cycling team launch The Classic Car Club was the setting chosen for the launch of the 2010 Rapha-Condor-Sharp cycling team.
	Save Donington invites classic cars to campaign event Classic cars are being invited to an event being held in aid of the Save Donington campaign.
	Classic car restorer set for busy 2010 A UK-based classic car restorer is getting ready for a number of events in 2010.
	Classic cars to join BAC 100 celebration Classic cars will be on show as part of a celebration of the aviation industry in the south-west of the UK.
	Spirit of Ecstasy stolen from vintage Rolls-Royce A Spirit of Ecstacy figure has been taken from a Rolls-Royce on display at a certain museum.
	Lister Jaguars to appear at Race Retro event Lister Jaguars are set to make an appearance at this year's Race Retro.
	Classic cars to appear at BDC race meeting A number of vintage Bentleys will meet along with new models at Silverstone later this year.
	Classic cars set for Blaston Show meeting Classic cars will be on show at this year's Blaston and District Agricultural Show.
	1938 Lagonda V12 Drophead fetches £155,500 at Coys, Westminster 28 Cars sold at Coys, True Greats Auction
	Classic cars enthusiasts to get ''all shook up'' Gracelands will be hosting a classic cars event later this year.
	Classic Morgan to be raffled off for hospice fundraiser A classic Morgan is set to help raise some money for a hospice.
	Chris Barrie talks of classic car love Chris Barrie has talked of his penchant for classic cars.
	After being submerged for 70 years, a Bugatti sells for £229,240 58 Cars sold at Bonhams, Automobiles d'Exception a Retromobile
	The story of a "motoring gerontophile" A BMW owner has said how he much prefers classic cars to new motors.
	Classic cars sell well at auction RM Auctions has seen some big sales at a recent auction in the US, highlighting the value people place on classic cars.
	Classic cars help send grandmother off in style Classic cars were the choice of transport for a recent funeral.
	Classic cars event in Buckinghamshire announced Classic car lovers have a new date for their diary, with a meeting scheduled for Buckinghamshire later this year.
	The charm of the Mini Moke Mini Mokes still have appeal, according to a certain writer.
	Classic cars: Those that love and those that admire Some people just do not get the obsession others have with classic cars.
	Preparing for classic car rallies Classic cars may need more care than other motors when it comes to rallying.
	Keeping classic cars in the family Some families come together for their love of classic cars.
	Classic Car Studio still going strong Classic cars are being remade in an area where motor manufacturers have shut down a number of factories.
	Rolls-Royce classic cars set for RM auction A number of Rolls-Royce cars are going on sale in an upcoming RM auction.
	Fancy a classic cars day out? Classic cars fans can have a top time with Red Letter Days.
	Downtown Dubai Classic Car Show registration opened Dubai is set to host a classic cars show next month.
	Classic cars enthusiast demographic ''still the same'' Classic car lovers are said to be from a similar demographic.
	PistonHeads offers Biennial Le Mans Classic packages The Le Mans race will no doubt delight classic car lovers.
	''Watch out'' for battery problems with classic cars in winter hibernation Classic cars owners have been advised to care for their motors' batteries if they put them away for the winter.
	Cape to Cape classic cars tour set for April Many classic cars will be taking part in the Cape to Cape race.
	Racing Repertoire brings aviation to classic cars restoration Racing Repertoire takes its aviation knowledge and applies it to classic cars.
	Classic Bentley converted into hearse Sometimes, classic cars follow vintage vehicle enthusiasts to their grave, quite literally.
	Sir Stirling Moss Trophy series launched Classic cars fans will most likely be excited by the prospect of the Sir Stirling Moss Trophy series.
	US classic cars enthusiast shows passion for hotrods Hotrod fans may be jealous of a certain US man's collection.
	Classic cars rally set for Barcelona this March People heading to Barcelona this year may want to book in time for a classic cars rally that is due to take place in the area.
	Zircotec supports Historic Road Sports Championship 2010 Zircotec has announced that it will continue to support the Historic Road Sports Championship.
	Rallying in classic cars ''growing in popularity'' The popularity of classic cars rally events is reportedly on the rise.
	Record turnout for Brooklands classic car meeting A variety of classic car models turned out for the New Year's Day meeting at Brooklands Museum.
	Chris Evans sells off more classic cars Chris Evans has sold a number of his classic cars recently.
	Classic cars set for 2010 Goodwood Breakfast Club meetings The Goodwood Breakfast Club meetings will be kicking off in March.
	Can you have too many classic cars? A 1934 Rolls Royce Phantom II is one of many classic cars to be sold by an Austrian collector.
	SL Shop Hires Out Classic Mercs Worcestershire based classic Mercedes Benz specialist The SL Shop has introduced its classic Mercedes hire services with their fleet of Mercedes young classics.
	Silverstone classic cars meeting set for July Silverstone will be hosting a top classic cars meeting later this year.
	A boat that can store classic cars? Many people would no doubt like to be able to park their own classic car on a yacht.
	Classicmobilia offers classic cars owners assistance Classic cars owners will be pleased to know that help with taking care of their vehicles is out there.
	Make the most of your classic car at Race Retro 2010 Race Retro car show plans revving up.
	Classic cars holidays on offer Classic cars enthusiasts can try out a number of motors at a certain UK hotel.
	Goering''s classic car said to be worth millions Mercedes thought to belong to Goering discovered in Russia.
	Classic car enthusiast buys back vehicle at 525-times original cost Classic car lover re-buys birthday present decades on.
	Businessman ''caps classic car collection at 87'' A US expat living in Greece believes his classic car collection may now be complete after purchasing 87 vehicles.
	Classic car ''lovemobile'' refurbished by old romantic Old romantic restores classic car that helped him charm his lady.
	Classic Ford cars celebrate milestone Ford's historical classic car fleet is celebrating the addition of the 100th vehicle to its ranks.
	Heritage Motor Centre to commemorate rally with classic cars One motor on show will be a classic Jaguar model.
	Classic car images sent into Aberdeen Press & Journal''s Your Car of 2009 Classic car owners can still show off their vehicles in the Aberdeen Press & Journal next year.
	�Big Bore� 4.6-litre 1951 Bentley MkVI fetched £25,520 at auction 66 Cars sold at Brightwells, Classic & Vintage Auction
	Brooklands director talks up New Year''s Day meet The New Year's Day meet at Brooklands Museum is gearing up.
	Jakarta hosts classic cars event A classic cars event has taken place in Jakarta, with plenty of vintage vehicles on show.
	Largest sale total and highest percentage sold rate of the UK end of season sales recorded by Bonham 67 cars sold at Bonhams, Collectors Motor Cars at London�s Olympia
	Many classic cars ''destroyed when they could have been saved'' Numerous classic cars have been destroyed as part of the scrappage scheme, something that will upset vintage vehicle collectors.
	Classic car involved in vandalism attack A classic car has been vandalised - perhaps owners will want to get their vehicles in their garage.
	1924 Bentley previously driven by HRH Prince Michael of Kent sells for £220,000 with premium 57 Cars sold at H&H, Collectors Motor Cars
	Classic car owners ''should avoid icy roads'' Classic car owners should try to avoid the iciest roads if at all possible.
	Bedford garage still going after 8 decades Classic cars owners would love a reliable garage and those in Bedford can head to one with eight decades of experience.
	Classic car helps drivers win Beaujolais Run A classic Jaguar has helped two men win the Beaujolais Run.
	Classic car theft an Xmas worry for owners Classic car owners will be looking to keep their vehicles safe this Christmas.
	Classic MG given out in national competition One of MG's classic cars has been given to the lucky winner of a national competition.
	Classic Audi raffled off for charity A classic car has been raffled off in aid of an autism charity.
	Batley classic cars museum given lifeline A museum in Batley has been given some time to sort out rent arrangements so its classic cars can stay where they are.
	Alfa Romeo to be key focus at Race Retro Fans of classic cars from Alfa Romeo will be delighted by a recent Race Retro announcement.
	Winter motoring tips for classic cars drivers There are a number of ways classic car motorists can drive safer in the snow.
	National Motor Museum prizes announced One lucky winner has come away with a new Mini as part of a National Motor Museum competition.
	Chris Evans to sell classic Ferrari DJ Chris Evans is selling one of his classic cars.
	1947 Jaguar Mk1V deservedly fetched £61,600 almost £20,000 more than guide price 44 Cars sold at Barons, Annual Yuletide Classic Auction
	Drivers advised to check tyre pressure this Xmas Classic car drivers would be wise to check their tyre pressure before heading off on any long journeys.
	Classic cars museum ''to open again'' after fire A classic cars museum may have been involved in a serious fire, but its owner is adamant it will live on.
	Hammy shows fondness for classic cars A certain Top Gear presenter has just purchased a new classic car.
	A classic cars gift for Christmas People looking to buy a classic Aston Martin car could try one out first.
	1936 Brough Superior set for restoration A Brough classic car is set to be restored to feature at shows and exhibitions.
	Romsley classic cars owners told to be vigilant after theft attempt Classic cars owners will want to keep their motors as safe as possible.
	Ferdinand to give away one of his classic cars Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand is auctioning off one of his classic cars.
	Rowan Atkinson in classic car bother Rowan Atkinson has had a spot of bother with one of his classic cars.
	Melton set for Christmas classic cars event Melton will be getting to see some classic cars this Christmas.
	New Year''s Day Gathering set for classic cars showing A number of classic cars will be making there way to a New Year's day event around Brooklands Museum.
	Ford and GM green-up classic cars There are ways to make classic cars greener, as Ford and GM recently showed.
	Classic Ferrari set for 2010 Tour Auto Optic 2ooo A classic Ferrari is set to make an appearance on next year's Tour de France Automobile.
	RM sees classic cars sales records in 2009 There have been a number of records set in classic cars sales this year and RM has seen a few of them.
	Classic cars are proving ''popular investments'' during recession Investors are putting more of their money in classic cars during the downturn, because the assets hold their value well.
	Classic car auction records broken over last two years New records were set at classic car auctions over the last two years, it has been revealed.
	Diversity of classic cars expected at Ennstal-Classic Next year's Ennstal-Classic car meeting will bring over 50 car brands to the town of Grobming.
	Ferrari 458 joins Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta award winner in history books Classic car manufacturer Ferrari has scooped another award for its Ferrari 458 Italia, which may help to establish the vehicle as a collectors item in years to come.
	Campbell''s Bluebird joined by ''classic lawnmower'' in museum The world record-breaking 1925 Bluebird has been joined in the National Motor Museum by a lawnmower.
	Terry Wogan''s Bentley set for auction sale A Bentley that was owned by broadcasting legend Sir Terry Wogan is set to be sold at an auction in Leominster, Herefordshire this weekend.
	Russian classic car collector ''sticks it to the Nazis'' A Russian classic car fan is pleased to have enhanced his collection with some controversial purchases from Germany.
	Classic Porsche cars get exclusive TV performance tests Fans of classic Porsche cars can now see their favourite models being put through their paces on Porsche Experience TV.
	Classic car motorshow ''will create dealer networking opportunities'' Classic car dealers attending this year's Race Retro event in Stoneleigh Park Warwickshire will be able to take advantage of exclusive networking opportunities.
	Bentley prepares to launch new flagship car Luxury car manufacturer Bentley is preparing to release its new flagship vehicle.
	How to look after classic cars this winter Drivers must take action to keep their classic cars in good shape this winter.
	Tyre heat-blast "scrubbing" treatment for classic cars A system to allow motorists to "scrub" the tyres before they take their classic cars to the track is now available.
	Zagato classic cars designer dies age 88 A highly respected designer of bodies for classic cars has passed away, leaving a coachbuilding company behind as part of his legacy.
	Megan Fox finds 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback online Actress Megan Fox has bought her boyfriend a classic 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback as a gift.