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| News Type: | Forum News [15/04/2008] |
| Topic: | Star Cars Found |
| Description: | The six cars 1958 cars recently sought for television work have all now been sourced. Thanks to all members who assisted in the search. |
| News Type: | Forum News [27/03/2008] |
| Topic: | 1958 cars sought for TV work |
| Description: | An interesting thread has been posted on our forum. A company called Twofour Broadcast (www.twofour.co.uk) are currently making a television series for a major television channel that revolves around the presenter driving 1958 era classic cars around the leisure routes of the British Isles, as described in motoring guide books of that period. The series, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the first motorway being built in the UK, will showcase some of the most beautiful parts of our country. They are looking for cars that would have been driven in 1958 (or thereabouts) that are road worthy and could be driven by the presenter along these routes, which range from about 10 to 50 miles. They are looking for six cars and will need each car for about five days filming in the early summer of 2008 (dates and locations are not yet finalised). It’s a great opportunity to showcase your car, so if you’d like to know more, please email the producer, Jonny Steven at jonneysteven@twofour.co.uk |
| News Type: | Forum News [11/03/2008] |
| Topic: | Classic Cars Banned from Cities? |
| Description: | Jackal - a VIP member from the UK - has raised a forum subject of interest all of us who enjoy classic cars. Town and city councils throughout the UK are considering introducing measures to control the emissions of cars entering their city centres – or “green zones” – or alternatively where city tolls exist, like the congestion charge in London, making the charges for the highest polluting vehicles so exorbitant that owners of gas-guzzlers choose to keep well clear. This is all well and good and understood by even the most committed petrol head. The problems begin when no emissions data is available either because the car is a one off special or is too old to have emissions data logged against it - the simplest solution is, and a precedent exists, to ban them all together from the city centre. Cities already considering bans include Bristol and Edinburgh. In Stuttgart in Germany a trial is already underway that bans cars older than 1993. Amsterdam has similar plans before its council for consideration. This is a worrying development that may well see the usefulness of classics drastically reduced and, obviously the attractiveness of their ownership similarly hit. To Rush fans this is the prediction of "The Red Barchetta” coming true. . Details of a petition for UK drivers to sign are given on the Jackal’s entry. Good subject – well raised |
| News Type: | Event News [06/02/2008] |
| Topic: | Major Event in Scotland |
| Description: | August sees the return of the Major International Heritage Motoring event to be held once again at one of Scotland's finest locations Click here for full details |
| News Type: | General News [27/09/2007] |
| Topic: | Bring your classic indoors |
| Description: | After spending all that time building , rebuilding, fettling and polishing your pride and joy it seems a shame to leave in the garage! Why not commission John Hayes to capture your precious metal on canvas! Click here for full details of John's Classic Motor Art |
| News Type: | General News [09/08/2007] |
| Topic: | Always Validate Funds When Selling |
| Description: | Please remember if you are selling your classic - whether in our "show" or anywhere else - to validate the payment method BEFORE parting with the car. We have been informed of a member selling his vehicle who was sent two checks (cheques) for the asking price plus shipping. Wisely he waited for the funds to clear before shipping. It was just as well because one check was a forgery and the other was for an account that was closed. Also remember to watch out for the scammer who sends a check (cheque) for too much money and when informed says "OK just send me a check for the difference". |
| News Type: | Exhibit News [16/07/2007] |
| Topic: | FEATURED CLASSIC - Hillman Minx |
| Description: | VIP Member HillMan from Colchester in the UK sees himself as "merely the custodian" of this superb Hillman Magnificent Minx - he takes up the story " We are very proud of our 'Magnificent' which has never been restored, and has only had two previous owners. We have every document for the car from new. This includes the first owners driving test receipt and booking form. Showroom brochure. Fuel rationing card. Handbooks. Buff log book. All original tax discs. Service history. Even the wicker basket is original. It has been in our family from new, so we are merely the current custodians". He has every right to be proud - see the Magnificent Minx for yourself HERE |
| News Type: | Show News [12/07/2007] |
| Topic: | 1st American Dealer signs up! |
| Description: | We are very pleased to announce the arrival of our first American dealer. With over 40 years of experience in Classic Cars and everything from barn finds to dream cars Jerry Whitfield Classic Cars of Winston Salem, North Carolina, USA is a welcome addition to our Dealer Stands. Click here for full details |
| News Type: | Show News [12/07/2007] |
| Topic: | Classic Of the Month Prize Winner |
| Description: | VIP member Peabody4553 from Mebane in North Carolina, USA won Classic of the Month for June 2007 with his superb 1922 T-bucket. The amazing machine was custom built and after spending over $15000 on the engine alone the car is aptly named POVER-T. Peabody4553's prize was a gift voucher for Mac's Autos - a Ford model T Specialist in the States |
| News Type: | Event News [11/07/2007] |
| Topic: | Fantastic Fundraiser in NSW |
| Description: | Hotrod ,Streetcar & Motorbike Spectacular The 1939 Chev Club and Moorebank Sports Club are holding a Hotrod ,Streetcar & Motorbike Spectacular on the 16th September 2007 at Moorebank Sports Club Lot 1 Heathcote Rd , Moorebank 2170. The day is to raise money for Miracle Babies , NRMA Careflight and The Children's Hospital at Westmead . They have done this through community groups who selflessly raise funds to keep the Hospitals , Helicopters , Pilots . Doctor's and Paramedics working. Miracle Babies , The Children's Hospital and NRMA Careflight will share all monies raised on the day through the entries , raffles and companies donating a share of their takings from the day. The organisers are seeking help from local businesses for prize donations or a contribution towards the purchase of the Trophies . Any help in these areas will be gratefully appreciated. If you would like to assist with any type of donation please contact Vic and Kylie Smithers on 0415 169 067 or email - the1939chevclub@msn.com |
| News Type: | Members Stories [24/06/2007] |
| Topic: | The Corsa and the Customs Lady |
| Description: | From its very first appearance the Chevrolet Corvair bucked the trend with its compact design and rear air cooled engine. By 1965 the Corvair had evolved into three different models, the 500, the Monza and the Corsa. VIP member NeilG from Illinois in the United States has owned his beautiful 1965 Corsa Convertible for 8 years and it has provided him with adventures from day one. NeilG tells the story "I bought the car on the internet from a Corvair expert in Toronto, Canada while I was living in Cincinnati, Ohio USA. We agreed to meet in Detroit, Michigan USA and conclude the deal with him driving the car from Toronto. About 30 miles from Detroit, the car suffered an engine breakdown. The owner called me on my cell phone and told me about the problem and begged me to come see the car and try to work out something. So I drove into Canada and worked out a deal, loaded it on a trailer and headed back towards Detroit very pleased with myself. But then it dawned on me that I had to get the car through US Customs (!!!) – and me with $20 in my wallet. So pulled up and was prepared for just about anything. The agent put me in a parking area and began to inspect the car. She went inside for a couple of minutes and returned to tell me the car was US built and no duty would be assessed (whew!!!). Then she proceeded to tell me her dad ran the Detroit Auto Show and she gave me his card telling me to call him as soon as the car was ready to show and she was sure he would put it in! The point of this is I owned this car for a total of 30 minutes and was already having classic car adventures! This is what it is all about " NeilG's 1965 Corvair Corsa |
| News Type: | Exhibit News [22/06/2007] |
| Topic: | FEATURED CLASSIC - OSI 20M TS |
| Description: | Officine Stampaggi Industriali (OSI) was set up in 1960 as a subsidiary of Ghia to build cars like the Innocenti Spyder. By the time the OSI 20M TS went into production in 1967 OSI employed some 800 people. The beautiful design by Sergio Sartorelli brought the best of Italian flare and underpinned it with the ultra-reliable mechanicals of the mass produced Ford Taunus P5. Ford shipped all the necessary parts from Cologne to Turin and in return received completed cars to sell through their sales network. According to Marque authority Herbert some two thousand 2000S models and two hundred and twenty 2300S models were made between 1967 and 1968 and were particularly popular in Germany. See the beautiful OSI 20M TS HERE |
| News Type: | Feedback [21/06/2007] |
| Topic: | Website Feedback from Abe |
| Description: | Abe - a VIP member from the United States wrote "Thanks so much for this site!!! It's an inexpensive way to show off cars that are works in progress. Also, for people to connect on many different levels. Some cars are more sentimental than others and some are more valuable in dollars but, they come together here. Thanks again!" - Editor's note; thanks to you for the feedback, Abe - it makes all our hard work worthwhile |
| News Type: | Feedback [14/06/2007] |
| Topic: | Contacting other members! |
| Description: | Charles asked "how do i contact the owner of a car for sale? (don't see address or phone)" - Editor's note -Members found the button saying "register interest in this vehicle" confusing so it has been replaced with "Contact this member" - hope that helps!! |
| News Type: | Members Stories [13/06/2007] |
| Topic: | Pride and Joy for Eddie |
| Description: | Some cars are so much more than metal, plastic and rubber. Some are the embodiment of memories, laughter and good times shared in the past. One such classic is the AMC Javelin SST proudly featured in our show (id 185). Member Moparfreak from Mt. Lookout in the United States tells the story "My friend Eddie had the dream of completing the restoration on this car. We pooled our funds, buying a welder, air compressor with lots of attachments and new tools. We talked for hours over necessary repairs and choice of interior color,etc. Little did we know that within five years, he would pass away of a heart attack at 44. Imagine my surprise to get a phone call that he had titled the car in my name. I needed to make arrangements to bring the car home from 200 miles away. A friend took the challenge of doing this for me. I videoed the "event" , with a few choice words every time he ran over as much as a gravel. It has been garage kept ever since. It doesn't feel the same trying to restore the car without him but, I'll continue as he would have wanted me to."Eddie's Pride and Joy |
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