LANCASTER CLASSIC CAR NEWS
60 Years Of Toyota In The UK
As we mentioned in a previous blog, the attractions of the 1965 London Motor Show were numerous and varied; from the Aston Martin DB6, Fura-bodied AC 7-Litre, and the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow to the MGB GT, Renault 16, Triumph 1300, and the Vauxhall Cresta PC.
One Family From New – Michael Wrigley’s Renault 20 Ts
“She is a 1978 four-speed TS. The five-speed came out May 1979, much to the chagrin of my father who bought her new”, remarks Michael Wrigley of his utterly magnificent one family Renault 20TS.
Meet The Owner – David Birch And His 1965 Ford Cortina De Luxe
Put simply, Mr. Birch’s Ford Cortina 1500 De Luxe ‘Aeroflow’ is one of the most ‘1965’ cars that you are ever likely to encounter. There is that sculptured dashboard, the tripod rear lights, the four-on-the-column gear change and, of course, the colour scheme.
Meet the owner - Tim Rose and his Volvo 145 Express
One of many joys of the classic world is encountering those vehicles that you only read about in the World Car Catalogue. Meet Tim Rose and his Volvo 145 Express.
Taking on the Screwball Rally in a Limousine
Any of us with a drop of petrol in our veins would not think twice about taking a road trip across Europe. You may well be the proud owner of an Orange Lamborghini Miura, contemplating a drive across the Great St Bernard pass, just like Enzo Moruzzi in The Italian Job. Or, perhaps a motoring holiday with your partner in a Triumph Spitfire.
Morris Fest 2025 Show Report
On a hot Saturday at the beginning of August this year, Lancaster insurance was invited to Morris Fest at Thoresby Park, Near Ollerton in Nottinghamshire.
“Get one while it’s hot” - The Vauxhall Chevette Sun Hatch
When Vauxhall unveiled the Sun Hatch in June of 1980, they promised buyers it would open up a new motoring dimension. Here are 10 facts about this exclusive limited edition Vauxhall Chevette Sun Hatch...
The adventures of Mossie, the remarkable Morris Minor
What is the world coming to with young people today – with their music, their clothes, their hairstyles - and their buying and restoring a 1956 Morris Minor Series II when they were just 16? This is precisely what Andie did, and he even used his Morris as a daily driver.
The Vauxhall Cavalier at 50
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Cavalier’s public debut. Here are ten facts about one of Vauxhall’s most crucial models...
Introducing Our September Bright Young Sparks Finalist, James Cotton!
What inspired you to become interested in older cars? I remember going to car shows with my dad when I was younger. With my dad being in the Motor trade for most of his life, he was able to teach me a lot about the cars on display by pointing out quirky features.
How Green Laning became a lifeline to Colin and Tamara in poor health
Lancaster Insurance, a proud official insurance partner of the Green Lane Association, is sharing the story of Colin and Tamara whose love of green laning has transformed their health.
Meet The Owner – Malcolm Oswald and His Sunbeam Rapier Series I
Here is a brilliant new Sunbeam model, new in its conception of style, comfort and performance. The genius of Sunbeam engineering, the experience of world rally successes and the famous Sunbeam craftsmanship are now combined in the new Rapier.
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