Vehicle of the Month

  • Morty - The 1985 Saab 900 Turbo 16S and winner of the Raddest European Car award

    This September our vehicle of the month is Morty – A black 1985 Saab Turbo 16S and recent winner of the Raddest European Car award at Hagerty's UK Radwood event!

  • Lil Avvy’s Full Nut and Bolt Restoration

    This August, our Vehicle of the Month is Lil Avvy - a dear to heart Ford Fiesta that was recently unveiled following her full nut and bolt restoration in memory of Jordan’s Mum, Julie, who he lost in a cruel 19 month battle with Mantel Cell Lymphoma.

  • Re-commissioning a 1985 MK3 2L Laser Capri

    This June, our Vehicle of the Month is a 1985 MK3 2L Laser Capri re-commissioned solely by the Heritage Skills Academy in Bicester. Under guidance from tutor Paul Winsor, the Mechanical apprentice team soon brought the Capri back to life! It was clear to them, that this vehicle was in too good condition to be a training car so here’s what happened next…

  • 1959 Chevrolet Corvette - A Total Head-Turner

    Happy Easter Everyone! It’s almost time for the National Drive-It-Day. Seven days to go until we officially kick off the motoring season. With much excitement to get our beloved classics back on the road again, this April we have a truly stunning Vehicle of the Month to share with you - a total head-turner, a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.


  • Lotus Elan S4 DHC - A story that is still being written

    This March, our Vehicle of the Month is a much loved Lotus Elan S4 DHC owned by Kim. It may surprise you, but unlike all the other vehicle stories we have the privilege of sharing with you... this one is still being written.

  • 1984 Alfa Romeo - Restoration with a twist!

    This February we are delighted to share with you a story by Matt and his 1984 Alfa Romeo (Type 116) Series 2a GTV 2.0. It reads like a brilliant action book, starting with the hunt of a car that has once belonged to Matt's Father and thinking that it will become a nice sentimental restoration project. However....

  • Morris Minor 1000, call sign XD21

    We are well into January, middle of the month, middle of the working week. There's nothing better than a good pick me up to shake off the 'old January Blues' so please welcome our fresh 'Vehicle of the Month Story' featuring Jed and his panda car - The EX Metropolitan Police Morris Minor 1000, call sign XD21.

  • Renault R8 Gordini

    Our December ‘Vehicle of the Month’ could become on of your most astounding Christmas gifts ever, as we feature a rather distinctive Renault which is currently up for sale. We are referring to the brilliant Renault R8 Gordini - which was driven by the French celebrity pro-driver Nicolas Minassian and owner Rae Davis at Goodwood Revival in year 2011 & 2013.
     
  • Peugeot Ordinary Bicycle

    This November our Vehicle of the Month is somewhat different and rather special - a Peugeot Ordinary Bicycle which you may have spotted at the annual RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run just over a week ago. 
  • JBA Falcon Plus Two

    This October our Vehicle of the Month is an absolute JBA Jewel - a JBA Falcon Plus Two called “RoLo” which was built to a very high standard by the renowned kit car builder John Watson of Cornwall between 1987 and 1989.
  • Alvin Stardust - The 1974 Ford Escort Mk1

    This September our Vehicle of the Month is a classic beauty called the Alvin Stardust. A Rare Stardust Silver 1300E Mk1 Escort 1974 Series 2 that is currently in the caring hands of her 3rd owner, Nick. She has undergone a carefully executed restoration and along other adventures, she holds a few winning trophies from the FORD AVO Owners Club meet days.
  • Triumph TR4

    The beautiful looking TR4, is another stunning British sports car, this one from 1963.  The Triumph TR4 was produced from 1961 to 1965. Successor to the TR3a the TR4's chassis and drivetrain are closely related to those of its predecessor, but with an updated body designed by Michelotti and an engine displacement increased from 1991 cc to 2138 cc. Like many old classics this one has some lovely family history and some restoration highlights, Gregory has shared some of his contacts that helped him with the electrical, mechanics, trimming & respray.

     

    Read more about this car here