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1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype up for grabs at RM Auctions

December 11, 2009 - 11:12 AM | 3 Comments

The one-of-a-kind 1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype s/n CSX 2196, nicknamed “The Flip-top” for its unique clam shell design, is set to cross the block at RM’s Automobiles of Arizona event at the Biltmore Resort …

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Excursion: Strapped into Jeff David’s 1970 Porsche 911 Rally Car

December 11, 2009 - 10:22 AM | 3 Comments

To be quite honest, I was shit scared. When we turned up at the forest it was quiet and tranquil and then the unmistakable deep bwoooooohp, bwoooohp, bwoooohp growl of a 911 thundering through the …

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Book Review: The Toleman Story – Last Romantics in Formula 1

December 10, 2009 - 1:04 PM | One Comment

I have just received details of what looks like a great read, The Toleman story – Last Romantics in Formula 1, by Christopher Hilton.
Here is the official blurb from Veloce Publishing
“Small, unfashionable, short of money …

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Bathurst Winner takes top spot at CTS Auctions inaugural event.

December 9, 2009 - 1:36 PM | No Comment

December 5th saw CTS Auctions make its debut as the newcomer on the Australian auction scene with a stunning line up of cars and a good sized crowd in their Sydney Harbour Bridge showrooms.
The auction …

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DVD: Ford Archive Gems – Nine Days in Summer

December 9, 2009 - 9:46 AM | One Comment

I have just watched this faboulous film about the development of the iconic Lotus 49. Make sure you get a copy for Christmas.
Here is the official blurb from Greg and the team at dukevideo.com.au
One of, …

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1977 Bathurst Falcons to fly again at 2010 Top Gear Live

December 9, 2009 - 8:18 AM | No Comment

The greatest two-car trick in the history of Australian touring car racing is about to be repeated at the 2010 Top Gear Live Bathurst Legends presented by Shannons Insurance.
The two Moffat Ford Dealer Team Falcon …

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Book Review: Porsche Rennsport

December 6, 2009 - 10:03 AM | 2 Comments

I have just laid my eyes on a copy of Porsche Rennsport – The Definitive Photographic Record of Porsche Racing Sports Cars, 1949-2004.
Quite simply, if you are a Porsche fan this book is a must …

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Retro Husqvarna Gear

December 6, 2009 - 7:41 AM | One Comment

Check out this cool range of retro Husqvarna apparel. It’s good to see a brand with a successful motorsport pedigree celebrate its roots with a range of historically inspired gear.
Husky have been making motorcycles since …

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Brands Hatch 1970: Rodriguez’s rain-dance

December 4, 2009 - 2:48 PM | 4 Comments

Generations of sportscar racing fans recall – no doubt with shivers down their spines – the day, back in April 1970, when one of the category’s biggest stars literally walked on water. And this superb …

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Ken Blake tribute planned for 2010 HBBB

December 2, 2009 - 3:29 PM | One Comment

The 2010 Honda Broadford Bike Bonanza (HBBB) at Broadford next Easter will see a colourful tribute to one of Australia’s racing greats – the late Ken Blake.
The immensely popular South Australian, winner of 11 National …

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1989 Aussie bike GP remembered

December 2, 2009 - 3:03 PM | 4 Comments

It is hard to believe that it is 20 years since the very first FIM-sanctioned Australian Grand Prix captured the imagination of the Aussie public and the admiration of the entire GP paddock. When I …

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Classic Ad – Yamaha RD125 and Kent Andersson

December 2, 2009 - 10:36 AM | 3 Comments

This Yamaha RD125 ad from 1975 sports the image of one of the world’s best riders of the 1970s. His name is Kent Andersson, a two time 125cc World Champion and to this day the …

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Group B: fabulous but frightening

December 1, 2009 - 10:22 AM | 3 Comments

Having digested Piero Comanducci’s fabulous aural treat in the shape of the 1977 RAC Rally, rally fans really ought to check out this other Piero masterpiece. This one showcases the Group B formula of the …

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Rare Footage: Jim Clark tests Lotus F2 – Fuji Speedway 1966

November 30, 2009 - 6:36 AM | One Comment

Here is some quite remarkable footage of Jim Clark’s official visit to Fuji Speedway during March 1966.
The Fuji Speedway Corporation was established in 1963, as Japan NASCAR Corporation. The plan was to build a NASCAR …

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Nannini Classic Motorsport Eyeware

November 28, 2009 - 2:54 PM | No Comment

Check out this beautiful range of Italian designed motorsport goggles from Nannini.
The idea of specialised indestructible eyewear ideal for motorsports came out of a chance encounter between company founder Giorgio Nannini and a group of …