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The Škoda Estelle At 40
- Andy Roberts |
- 26th September, 2016
If in the late 1970s you were in the market for a new car, needed four doors and a reasonably sized cabin, but had only the funds for a Mini 850, you may well have been attracted to the Škoda Estelle. - Written by Andy Roberts.
Meguiar’s Club Showcase Opens For Entries Ready For NEC Grand Final
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 23rd September, 2016
Entries are now being accepted for the Meguiar’s Club Showcase, with the grand final taking place at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, held from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th November at Birmingham’s NEC.
Lancaster Insurance supports annual Mini Fair 2
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 22nd September, 2016
On the 16th October, Mini enthusiasts will be out in full force for the annual Mini Fair 2 and Spares Day, organised by the British Mini Club. Lancaster Insurance is thrilled to be the sole insurance sponsor and attendee at the event, following on from becoming one of the clubs official insurance partners in March.
Early Entries Revealed For Lancaster Insurance Pride Of Ownership At Birmingham’s NEC
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 21st September, 2016
The first five entries to be confirmed in the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership display have been revealed. Held as part of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at Birmingham’s NEC from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th November, the overall winner will be decided by visitors to the season finale.
Top Ten 4-Seater Coupes
- Andy Roberts |
- 21st September, 2016
Do you dread the thought of leaking hoods and malfunctioning heaters as autumn approaches? Then have no fear of frost or damp as we present a list of our Top Ten 4-Seater Coupes! - Written by Andy Roberts.
The Magnificent Seven Microcars
- Andy Roberts |
- 20th September, 2016
The Magnificent Seven Microcars... Or, a wholly and utterly subjective list of my very favourite microcars – all very different and all with industrial levels of charm! - Written by Andy Roberts.
1950 Nipper Milk Truck
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 20th September, 2016
We caught up with Jonathan Smith to find out more about this sole survivor, a rather quirky looking vehicle that didn’t have a seat and had no doors or windows. But Jonathan just couldn’t resist the charm of a 1950 Nipper Milk Truck.
An interview with Gavin Nettmann
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 14th September, 2016
Not many people can say that they own their dream car: this is not the case for Gavin Nettmann. His love affair of a certain classic car has spanned 42 years. Here in an interview exclusive to Lancaster Insurance, Gavin tells us when his dream of owning a classic Mercedes finally became a reality.
50 Years of the Viva HB
- Andy Roberts |
- 14th September, 2016
We look back at the Viva HB at 50. - Written by Andy Roberts.
Club of the Month: September 2016
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 12th September, 2016
This month, for Club of the Month September 2016, our spotlight falls on the MR2 Drivers’ Club.
Car of the Month: September 2016
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 12th September, 2016
This month, for Car of the Month September 2016, our spotlight falls on the stylish Jensen Interceptor!
Overlooked Gem – The Citroen Dyane
- Lancaster Insurance Services |
- 8th September, 2016
The recent August bank holiday put me in mind of a car-related film that was forever being screened during the 1970s and 1980s, one that was so bad that it must have been aired to drive the young viewers back to school. Go for Take was made in 1972 and starred an array of depressed-looking British character actors but it did boast, as a sole redeeming feature, a chase involving a Reg Varney and the overlooked gem: Citroen Dyane. - Written by Andy Roberts.
