LANCASTER CLASSIC CAR NEWS
‘Simple is Efficient’ - The Ford Escort Ghia Mk. III
The year is 1980, and this writer is making his first visit to the NEC Motor Show. Three cars seem to dominate this year’s display – the Rolls-Royce Silver Spirt, the Austin Mini Metro and the Ford Escort Mk. III.
THE RELIANT REGAL 21E – METALLIC PAINT AS STANDARD
The year is 1967, you hold a motorcycle licence, and you want three-wheeled transport for a family of four – one with the comforts of a car and the running costs of a motorbike.
THE PERFECT SUMMER FORD – THE FIESTA FLY
In the summer of 1981, there were various ways to prove your essential hipness to the neighbours. A Sony C7 video in the living room was one sign, as was a Soda Stream in the kitchen – and a Ford Fiesta Fly on the driveway.
Most insured 90s and Noughties cars that are now considered classics
With the season in full swing, classic car insurance specialist, Lancaster Insurance, has shone a spotlight on a batch of cars from the late 90s and early 00s which are now defined as classics.
Kit Car drivers risk £2,500 fines by not following roadworthy rules
Kit cars offer enthusiasts the unique opportunity to build their very own vehicle tailored to their specifications. But understanding the intricacies of kit cars and securing appropriate insurance is crucial for everyone looking to take on a kit car of their own.
2025 Clubs Announced! 16 Brand New to the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show!
Can you smell the polish and petrol already? The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is gearing up for another epic year – and the numbers are in. Over 310 motoring clubs are joining the fun from 7–9 November, including 16 making their show debut.
Wizardry at Work Again!” - Vic Young’s 1963 Morris Mini Traveller
Many readers will be instantly familiar with Vic Young’s 1963 Morris Mini Traveller. It has been a star of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at the NEC, featured on the cover of Practical Classics, and looks as though it has just left a Morris dealership some 62 years ago.
Meet The Car Club - Westfield Sports Car Club
How long has the club been going and how did it start?
The Hillman Minx Californian -“Drive in style for less per mile”
In 1953, Hillman introduced a new model for the dashing young driver who resembled Leslie Phillips or Diana Dors.
The 1961 Jaguar E-Type ‘Flat Floor’ Roadster - “the most advanced sports car in the world”.
Looking at this 1961 E-Type ‘Flat Foor’ Roadster makes you consider the Jaguar’s impact on the average British motorist of 1961.
A DAY AT THE 1965 LONDON MOTOR SHOW
The 20th of October 1965 and the first question is whether to attend the London Motor Show during the day, and spend a whole pound, or wait until five pm, when the price drops to ten shillings. That is before you consider the many and various temptations of Earls Court: