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  • Mar162017
    Classic car auction finance at Historics at Brooklands March 4th 2017

    Classic car auction finance gets off to a roaring start with Historics at Brooklands

    Funding options at the UK's first classic car auction to offer finance under the official Financial Conduct Authority regime prove…

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  • Mar152017

    Geneva Guide 2017

    Everything you need to see at the Geneva Motor Show, 2017

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  • Mar082017
    LHD-vs-RHD classics

    Left Hand Drive vs Right Hand Drive classics (video)

    LHD vs RHD - that old chestnut. We discuss the pros and cons of left-hand drive cars, should you convert…

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  • Mar082017
    Ferrari California T

    Ferrari California T

    does the Handling Speciale package work on UK roads?

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  • Feb272017
    Range Rover 1971 vs 1993

    Range Rover Classic

    Harry Metcalfe is no stranger to the Range Rover range...!

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  • Feb022017
    Harrys Garage - epic Enduro bike adventure

    Enduro Bikes

    Once you've bought your car or bike, get out there and enjoy it!

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  • Jan122017
    Historics at Brooklands logo.

    Historics at Brooklands first to offer auction finance

    Classic & Sports Finance and leading auction house Historics at Brooklands have partnered to bring a structured finance offering to…

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  • Jan082017
    Aston Martin DB11

    Aston Martin DB11

    Is the DB9's successor as good as we all hoped?

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  • Jan022017

    The Big Debate

    An open discussion about the 2016/2017 market with Harry.

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  • Dec202016

    Classic car market – 2016 review and 2017 predictions.

    Our annual roundup and predictions for next year - How has the classic car market fared in 2016, and what…

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  • Dec202016

    Classic car market experts – 2016 review and 2017 predictions.

    Between them, our experts managed to anticipate the 2016 market pretty accurately in last year's predictions. What does 2017 hold…

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  • Dec142016

    Aston Martin to produce continuation DB4 GT

    Aston Martin are to resurrect the iconic  DB4 G.T. with a special series of 25 track-only continuation cars built to…

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  • Dec132016

    Hagerty – UK classic car market still growing

    Hagerty price guide shows UK classic car market still growing

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  • Dec112016

    2k miles in a Testarossa

    Harry takes a 2000 mile round trip in his Ferrari Testarossa

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  • Dec082016

    Historics – November sales results & analysis

    Historics' Mercedes-Benz World sale was packed - with buyers, a great selection of cars and some interesting results.

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  • Dec062016

    Is it Concours?

    Have you ever wondered what "concours" really means and what goes on at a concours event? Nicholas Mee & Company…

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  • Dec022016

    Duemila Ruote auction results – predictable or preposterous?

    Duemila Ruote auction - madness at the sale of the largest private automotive collection ever sold in Europe? Maybe not...

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  • Nov292016
    Land Rover Defender SVX

    LR Defender SVX

    The ultimate version of the discontinued Defender?

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  • Nov152016
    Lotus-Elite-Silverstone-Classic-Car-Show-Sales-2016

    Silverstone Auctions The Classic Car Show Sale 2016 – results & analysis

    Affordable classics lead the way at Silverstone Auctions' NEC Classic Car Show sale.

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  • Nov152016
    Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider

    Alfa Romeo Duetto

    Harry is tempted after an enjoyable drive in a stunning Alfa.

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  • Oct302016

    Porsche 993 GT2

    Harry takes his Porsche GT2 to Goodwood

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  • Oct272016

    CASE STUDY – classic car equity release

    Classic car equity release has doubled in the last 12 months - we take a look at how and why…

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  • Oct252016

    Getting the right classic car finance deal explained in 1:30 seconds

    Want to know the best way to finance a classic car? We explain the key ingredients to getting the right…

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  • Oct202016
    2016 FBHVC research infographic

    2016 National Historic Vehicle Survey values hobby at £5.5 billion

    The Federation Of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC) has released a summary of its latest round of extensive research into…

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  • Oct192016

    Silverstone Auctions The Porsche Sale 2016 – results & analysis

    Silverstone auctions demonstrate that the Porsche market is still healthy - but we're certain that some owners may still be…

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  • Oct112016

    Lamborghini Countach

    Lamborghini Countach owners enjoy their cars on road and track

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  • Oct102016

    Aston Martin AM37

    Harry takes the stunning 1040hp Aston Martin AM37 for a spin.

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  • Oct062016
    Buying the right classic car

    Right car. Right price. Right people.

    The three guiding principals of buying a classic car (or any car for that matter) - stick to them and…

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  • Oct042016

    Alive & Kicking – UK classic car market update

    "The reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated." Will the market gain more momentum after the Super September auctions?

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  • Oct032016
    Maserati Shamal

    Maserati Shamal

    Harry drives and reviews the famously lairy 1990s supercar.

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  • Oct022016

    Silverstone Auctions Salon Privé sale 2016 – results & analysis

    Low mileage modern classics shine at Salon Privé 2016. Silverstone Auctions have made offering this type of car their speciality.…

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  • Sep292016
    RM Sothebys London 2016 catalogue

    RM Sothebys London 2016 – results & analysis

    Astonishing results for a collection of modern high performance, low production Porsches at RM Sothebys' big UK sale.

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  • Sep292016
    Bonhams Goodwood Revival Sale 2016 catalogue

    Bonhams Goodwood Revival sale 2016

    As you were. A successful auction for Bonhams and exciting times for buyers as "bargains" begin to come back.

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  • Sep192016

    Detailing Tips

    Classic Car detailing tips from the professionals. Here's how to do it.

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  • Sep162016

    What’s in the Garage?

    Harry has a brand new garage - but what's in it this time?

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  • Sep092016

    Porsche 993 GT2 sells for £1.85 million in London

    Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, RM Sotheby's serve up yet another big…

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  • Sep082016

    JD Classics acquired by private equity firm.

    Charme Capital Partners announces that their Charme III fund has acquired a majority stake in JD Classics

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  • Sep072016

    Concours Of Elegance – a grand day out.

    The Concours of Elegance is a cut above most classic car shows. If you think you've seen it all before,…

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  • Aug302016

    Monterey auctions 2016 – results & analysis

    "Monterey auctions continue to slide after 2014 classic car peak" say Bloomberg. Factually correct maybe but there's a lot more…

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  • Aug252016

    Mercedes R107 SL

    What is the R107 SL all about, and why should you buy one?

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  • Aug232016

    Fiat 500

    Harry takes a detailed look into what it's like to own and drive a Fiat 500

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  • Aug022016

    Silverstone Auctions Silverstone Classic sale (cars) 2016 – results & analysis

    The auction's 72% sell-through rate matched last year's sale but lacked the same value of cars with the unusual cars…

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  • Aug012016

    How will Brexit affect the classic car market? POLL RESULTS

    We polled classic car enthusiasts to find out what impact they though Brexit would have on classic car values. Here…

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  • Aug012016

    Classic & Sports Finance – proud sponsors of Equipe GTS

    Classic & Sports Finance sponsor one of historic racing's most popular series - the Equipe GTS.

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  • Aug012016

    Lamborghini Diablo buyers guide.

    The Lamborghini Diablo is outrageous, rare & usable. It has been also going up in value. If you are thinking…

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  • Jul212016

    The classic car market – July 2016

    "Steady away" defines the progress of the classic car market in the second quarter of 2016 with Brexit proving to…

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  • Jul182016

    Artcurial Le Mans Classic sale 2016

    Artcurial blame Brexit for a 60% sell-through rate. Convenient excuse or did the sale actually go quite well?

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  • Jul142016

    Legends Of Modern Formula One experience at the Silverstone Classic

    Enjoy a money can't buy experience at the 2016 Silverstone Classic.

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  • Jul052016

    Artcurial Le Mans Classic sale 2016: preview

    Artcurial have assembled an interesting catalogue for their Le Mans Classic sale - in the main sensible priced - but…

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  • Jun292016

    How will Brexit affect the classic car market?

    The UK has voted to leave the EU - but what will it mean for the classic car market?

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  • May252016

    Classic car scams are on the increase

    The sales blurb may refer to previous "gentlemen" owners, but there is plenty of ungentlemanly conduct going on out there.…

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  • May242016

    Classic & Sports Finance partners with Tracker to help prevent classic car theft.

    Increasing values and interest in classic cars have trigged a rise in classic car related crime - so how do…

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  • May192016

    Monaco auctions 2016 – through the looking glass.

    Bonhams' and RM Sothebys' sales in Monaco give an insight into how the classic car market is moving right now.

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  • May102016

    UK’s only official Jaguar Lightweight E-type recreation bought by Stratstone

    Jaguar have only built six continuation Lightweight E-Types, and one of them has gone to dealer group Stratstone. But why?

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  • May062016

    The classic car market – May 2016

    Pundits and indices might argue that the price corrections are finally here - but it doesn't necessarily mean that values…

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  • Apr072016

    Land Rover gets behind its heritage

    Land Rover have long championed the needs of the classic Land Rover owner, but their Reborn initiative truly underlines the…

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  • Mar242016

    Jaguar to build the remaining nine XKSS

    Jaguar to re-make history by building a continuation XKSS.

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  • Mar012016

    Silverstone Auctions Race Retro sale 2016 – results & analysis

    Cruise control rather than finding an extra gear for Silverstone Auctions' as the first major UK sale of 2016 highlights…

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  • Feb182016

    2016 Arizona and Paris auctions – the tip of the iceberg.

    The numbers are in and some elements of the media have declared that the market is cooling - but are…

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  • Feb102016

    Wrecked exotics – is it really possible to repair them?

    £1.2 million for a wrecked exotic - but can you really breathe life back into a car that has had…

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