Three Great Pre-War Vintage UK Cars

You’ll know by now that our infatuation with classic cars is all encompassing. We love everything about them from the way they look and the way they work, to the classic car collectors and enthusiasts we meet along the way. So, we thought we’d indulge you with a blog post on three of our favourite pre-war vintage cars of UK heritage. They are the Austin, Morris, and Rolls Royce. Yep, you’re in for a treat.

Austin Pre-War

So, a little bit of history on the Austin Seven for you: it was first introduced to the UK public back in 1922, and they weren’t exactly in awe of it. This, though, would have had been largely due to the fact that it was the first large car ‘in miniature’. Until then, the public had been used to the highly unreliable cyclecars. The Austin Seven was made out of materials like steel, and by 1939 there were around 290,000 Austin Sevens in use all over the world. While the UK continued to know it as the Austin Seven, the design was licensed to overseas manufacturers, and so became the Rosengart in France, the Dixi in Germany, and as the American Austin (and later the Bantam) in America. These days, there are around 10,000 Austin Sevens around the world.

Morris Pre-War
The Morris Minor was launched in September 1928 and became a direct rival of the Austin Seven. In the first season, there were two Morris Minor models available – the Fabric Saloon and the four-seat Tourer. The Morris Minor was marketed as a scaled-down large car, and had an engine a whole 100cc more powerful than the Austin Seven. William Morris had hoped the Morris Minor would be a huge success from the off but it suffered teething problems with its oil loss from the housing of the camshaft drive, and the dynamo’s output.

Rolls Royce Pre-War

Ah, the good old Rolls Royce – a car at the top of its game from day one. The pre-war years saw a number of Rolls Royce models unveiled. They included the early Rolls Royce cars 10HP, 15HP and 20HP, plus the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost, Phantom I, Phantom II, and Phantom III, and the Rolls Royce 20/25HP, and Rolls Royce 25/30HP and the Rolls Royce Wraith.

In terms of vintage cars in the UK, the Rolls Royce was one to be coveted – as it still is now. The first that was unveiled was the Rolls Royce 10HP which featured a twin cylinder and was made for two years from 1904 – 1906. Doubtless, of these extremely early Rolls Royces, it is the 20HP that was the best. Around 40 are still in existence today.

What are your favourite pre-war vintage cars UK? Are you lucky enough to own one? It’s always a pleasure seeing vintage cars out on the roads today – and as far as we’re concerned, they’re much more beautiful to look at than the streamlined versions the majority of drivers now use these days.

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The Best Three Ford Classic Cars

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If you’re a fan of Ford classic cars, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve picked out three of their very best and we’re going to tell you a bit more about them. So for all you Ford enthusiasts, sit back and relax and read all about three of Ford’s all-time best…

RS Escort

Children of the 1980s will remember these icons of the decade. The Ford Escort quickly became the must-have car up and down the UK. The Ford Escort RS, which was launched in 1980, went on sale with a price tag of £2857 (which equates to around £11k in today’s money). Over 10,000 RS 2000’s were made, and these fantastic retro cars achieved a top speed of 108mph. Quite recently, a Ford RS Escort 2000 with less than 12000 miles on the clock went up for sale for £37,500. The car was in pristine condition and still had its original Pirelli tyres. What a find! If you can remember the TV series ‘The Professionals’ you should be able to recall exactly what a Ford RS Escort looks like, as this was the very same model used in this highly-popular TV show.

Anglia

Next up on our list of top must-have Ford classic cars, it’s the Anglia. This popular car was produced between 1939 and 1967 in Dagenham in Essex, England. There were 1,594,486 Anglia cars produced in that time. Once production ceased, the Anglia was replaced by the Ford Escort. The Ford Anglia name was used across a number of models which included –

·         Anglia E04A

·         Anglia E494A

·         Anglia 100E

·         Anglia 105E

·         Anglia Torino 105E

·         Anglia Super 123E

The Ford Anglia is a popular choice on TV too. Z-Cars, Heartbeat, Roland Rat, and even the Harry Potter film ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’ all feature Ford Anglia cars. With an iconic silhouette, it’s little wonder this classic old car features so prominently on our TVs today.

Capri

Number three on our list is the Ford Capri. This much sought after of the Ford classic cars is a fastback coupe and was manufactured from 1969 to 1986. It proved highly desirable as nearly 1.9 million Ford Capri cars were sold during its lifetime. The Capri was fitted with a number of different engines depending on what model you brought. Higher spec models featured engines such as the Cologne V6, while lower-spec Capris had engines such as the Taunus V4. The Capri came in colours as gaudy as neon green, which echoed the styles of the 1980s perfectly. The Capri has its very own celebrity fan, as apparently pop star Harry Styles has recently added one to his classic car collection!

Today, Ford continues to produce cars that end up all over the world. This American car company is the second largest car manufacturer in America – and impressively – it’s the fifth largest in the whole world. It was founded 111 years ago in 1903 by Henry Ford, and to say it is still going strong today is an understatement.

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Must-See Classic Car Exhibitions

If, like us, you fancy fuelling your love of classic cars, you could do a lot worse than getting yourself along to these two great classic car exhibitions. We’re talking about the Footman James Manchester Car Show, and the Autosport Racing Car and Performance Car Show. These two events continuously prove to be great days out for the classic car enthusiast, and are a must-see addition to your calendar. Here’s why…

The Footman James Manchester Classic Car Show

Back in September 2014, we were lucky enough to hit the road and head up to this beauty of a classic car show, sponsored by Footman James. It was located in Event City, which is right next to the Trafford Centre and just off the M60 at junction 9 – making it a cinch to get to. Enough about logistics though, as this event had so many gorgeous cars packed under one roof that we must get onto the main event.

As far as classic car exhibitions go, this one is the cream of the crop. The space was superb, and in a smaller hall included a starlight effect on the walls and ceilings. This proved to be the perfect backdrop for those gorgeous and super-flashy Mercedes Benz and Jensens. In the main hall, meanwhile, it was hard to choose which car was our favourite. There were so many to choose from that it was easy to feel a little overwhelmed. We did, however, adore the teeny weeny Fiat 500, and the Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth which came kitted out in a spangly cobalt blue colour scheme.

The main hall was incredibly spacious which meant the event felt very well organised, light and airy, and it was possible to see the displays from many different angles. As far as indoor class car exhibitions go, this one was superbly done.


The Autosport Racing Car and Performance Car Show

At the beginning of the year, we couldn’t help ourselves be tempted by the Autosport Racing Car and Performance Car Show at the NEC in Birmingham. Now, this being a motorsport show, it was something a little out of the ordinary. If you’re at all interested in things such as Formula 1, autocross, and rallying then this is the show that will lure you in (as it did us).

The NEC was packed full of amazing performance cars, and motorsport parts companies. And they did well by it too – it is said that a whopping £1.7bn worth of business was done at the show, or as a result of it. (Did someone say there was a recession on?! – You wouldn’t know it here).

2014 was a year of great classic car exhibitions, but 2015 looks set to be just as good. Make sure you put these events in your diary… the Autosport show will be held from the 8th – 11th January 2015 at the NEC, and the Footman James classic car show london will be on the 20th and 21st September 2015. Enjoy!

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Spotlight on: The MG Owners’ Club

Maybe you love MGs, you can’t get enough of them, and you own one or a clutch of them, or perhaps you just admire them fro

Founded over 40 years ago, back in 1973, the MG Owners’ Club has strived to make owning an MG as enjoyable, easy, and cheap as possible. It is the go-to place for MG enthusiasts who need help with an MG-related issue, for those who’d like to find out more about these hugely popular cars, and also for people looking to find out about MG-related events. It’s a great source for MG owners and enthusiasts alike and strives to make owning an MG as pleasurable an experience as possible.

The website – mgownersclub.co.uk – is an invaluable source of information. Here, you can find out about all of the latest MG news, information on all sorts of MG models from pre-war to MGF. Plus, there are details of local meet-ups so you can track down likeminded MG-loving people in your own area.

There are a number of classic car owners clubs UK but this one has to be one of the most comprehensive – if not the most. What’s more, it is quite clear to see that this club is all about giving you – the owner and/or enthusiast – as much value as possible. The club is active on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube so if you’re into social media, you’re able to keep up to date with goings on simply by going online.

What’s more, if you’re thinking of parting with an MG and you’d like to sell it to a fellow enthusiast, you can even advertise your MG with the MG Owners’ Club – prices start from just £12. This is a great way of ensuring your beloved car goes to a good home.

Plus, if you’re looking to get out and about with your MG, or find MG-related events, check out the MG Owners’ Calendar. In 2015, there are a number of MG events… starting with the Cambridge and District’s 10th Snowdrop Run on Saturday 21st February, and many more events throughout the rest of the year.

So if MGs are your thing, and you want to get the most out of the MG experience, you’d be wise to check out the MG Owners’ Club. You’ll find answers to those burning questions, and you’ll be able to connect with fellow enthusiasts the world over. What’s not to love?! And if you know of any other great classic car owners clubs UK, please do let us know!

m afar and want to find out a little bit more abou them. If either one is the case, you should make the MG Owners’ Club your first port of call. As far as classic car owners clubs in the UK go, it’s one of the biggest – plus it’s the largest single marquee car club in the world. Pretty impressive, we think you’ll agree! So we’re here to tell you more…

Our Pick of the Best Classic Car Shows of 2014 in the UK

Whether you’re young or old, new to the world of classic cars, or a seasoned pro, you can’t do better than seeing classic cars up close and personal ‘in the flesh’. Fortunately, in this country we are lucky enough to have a splendid array of classic car shows, and many many classic car owners who enjoy displaying their prized possessions for all to see. So here are a few of the best…

Cholmondley Castle: 31st August 2014

This event is hosted in the exquisite grounds of Cholmondley Castle in Cheshire and is run by the Andrew Greenwood’s Classic Car Show team. The 2014 offering was exceptionally well put together, with the highlight being an arena where cars were shown off to the viewing public. Whilst cars were displayed, we were treated to a commentary so we were all able to get a good feel for the car on display. This was a nice touch, especially as so many classic car shows often just feature endless rows of old cars with little else to draw you in. The Cholmondley Castle classic car show 2014 featured UK cars, and many others from around the world – including USA, France and Switzerland. It was a great event and the car owners were very friendly and happy to talk about their beloved cars. It was a perfect day out for serious enthusiasts and those just dipping their toes into the water of classic cars.

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The Bristol Italian Auto Moto Festival

On Saturday 19th April, Bristol’s lovely old city was turned into a home for the finest Italian classic cars and supercars. It was a spectacular sight especially when you took in the old Victorian and Georgian buildings with their flash new additions parked out front! The Bristol Italian Auto Moto Festival was held on Easter Saturday and was a great day out for young and old.

Highlights included the Alfa Romeo GT Junior 1300 Scalino ‘Step Front’ and a 2000 GTV, but there were so many beautiful cars on display that they all stole a little part of our hearts! Onlookers were treated to a host of to-die-for cars including Maserati, Ferrari, Lancia, Alfa Romeo and Lamborghini lining the streets.

At the end of the day, if you were still unable to be torn away from these beautiful beasts, you were treated to the sounds of the engines purring into life to head off for home. As far as any classic car show 2014 UK goes, this has to be one of our absolute favourites. It was hugely enjoyable seeing these fantastic cars in a city centre location, contrasting with the old buildings and narrow streets. So, if it’s a real head turner of a day that you’re after, we’ll see you at next year’s show – where we’re hoping for much mo

re of the glorious same!

Three Great Classic Cars – the Wolseley 1500, Riley Elf and Bentley S-Type

When it comes to feeding our addiction for old cars in the UK, we can’t help but lust after these three greats –

·         Wolseley 1500

·         Riley Elf

·         Bentley S-Type

They’re stylish, all very different, and they’re the sort of car you’d cherish for ever if you’re lucky enough to own one.

Wolseley 1500

As all fans of old cars in the UK will know, the Wolseley was one of those cars that probably wasn’t ever really meant to be. By that we mean that it’s lucky it ever came to fruition. Gerald Palmer was the man who designed it, and it was the last one he did before he left to join that little known car manufacturer, Vauxhall. The design work of the Wolseley 1500 was polished off by Dick Burzi, and initially, this design was intended to be the replacement for the Minor 1000 (the Morris 1200). This didn’t happen, because it became apparent that they could sell every Minor that was made. So, the Wolseley was born! It was made in Longbridge, and showcased at the London Motor Show in April 1957.

Riley Elf

The striking, instantly-recognisable design of the Riley Elf was a surefire hit. The Riley Elf featured a modified Mini body shell which had a distinguished upright grille at the front. This was incorporated into the design by elongating the nose and adding front wings. At the back, there was a larger boot which was housed under longer rear wings. The result was a car that, though small, looked the business. Just like the standard Minis, power came cour

tesy of a 34bhp 848cc A-series engine. The first model was unveiled in 1961, while a second and third model were released in 1963 and 1966 respectively. By 1969, after 39000 Riley Elf cars had been built, production ended.

Bentley S-Type

As far as luxurious old cars UK go, Bentley has to be up at the top. The S-Type was produced from 1955 up until 1959. It was special in the fact that it was Bentley’s (and Rolls Royce’s) first total redesign of their standard production car post the end of WWII. Furthermore, it was the last version they built that featured an independent chassis. These days, Bentley S-Types are extremely sought after, but you’ll need a seriously healthy bank balance to get your hands on one. You could expect to pay around £80,000 for a fully-refurbished model. If you can’t lay your hands on that amount of cash, make sure you head to your nearest classic car show and hunt one down. We’re sure you’ll adore the attention to detail that you’ll find on this truly-stunning and deeply sophisticated beautiful old car.

These three elegant old cars UK heritage all vary dramatically in style and size. And while the Riley Elf may be smaller in size than the Wolesley 1500 and Bentley S-Type, we truly believe it has the same stature.

Why we Love Old Classic Car Images

If you’re a classic car enthusiast (and you should be if you’ve found your way to our site), you’ll probably have an inkling as to why we love old classic car images. But just in case you’re not convinced, we thought we’d tell you precisely why we adore poring over old pictures… Get ready for a trip back in time…

Remember

Old classic car images have a habit of instantly conjuring up feelings, a sense of history, and a way of life. Whether it’s a picture of a classic Mini like the one your mum used to drive, or a Citroen C2 that you always lusted after as a teenager, old pictures have a habit of taking you places. On a rainy Sunday afternoon, when there’s nothing on TV, when we need a break from tinkering with our car, and when there are no car events to go to, we love getting our old classic car images out and having a browse.

Imagine

Classic cars have a tendency of evoking a very certain sense of time and place. Picture an Austin Seven in your mind’s eye and you’ll probably be taken right back to pre-WWII Britain. Think of an old VW campervan and we bet you’re imagining a sunny Summer’s day in the countryside, sometime in the 1970s. Nostalgia can be fun, and daydreaming even more so. A rifle through a selection of old photographs while you sip a hot mug of tea is – as far as we’re concerned – one of the best ways to spend a wet afternoon.

Enjoy

Who wouldn’t raise a smile when they take a glimpse at an old photo of a glorious Maserati? Or what about one of those striking old Alfa Romeos? You can’t help but be drawn in by the glamour and seduction of it all. That’s why we make sure our website has so many old classic car images on it. After all, it’s a joy to just peruse images of old cars and wile away the hours just lapping up the detail. Images can speak a thousand words, and while we love learning about the history of classic cars, we also love just taking in their splendour by looking over photographs.

Experience

However hard we save, and however hard we hunt for those old must-have cars, we will never be able to own every model we wish we could. So that’s another reason why we’ll always cherish old photos of classic cars. No, they will never be able to replace the real thing, but they’re a great way of helping us to imagine just what it would be like to race down a country lane in an old MG, or zip round London in the 1960s in a Mini Cooper.

So sit back, get yourself a cup of tea (or something a bit stronger!) and enjoy our wonderful selection of Classic cars uk photos. If you’re anything like us, we think you’ll have some fun!