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Weeks and Crunkhorn cruise to third straight Classic Adelaide win

November 26, 2009 - 10:13 AM | No Comment

South Australian Porsche crew Kevin Weeks and Bec Crunkhorn cruised home to win their third straight Classic Adelaide tarmac rally on Sunday 22nd November.
The pair crossed the finish line after an almost trouble-free run over …

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2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed theme: ‘Viva Veloce! – The Passion for Speed’

November 26, 2009 - 9:00 AM | No Comment

The Earl of March has now confirmed the theme of the 2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed – provisionally to be held on 2-4 July 2010 – as ‘Viva Veloce! – The Passion for Speed’. This theme …

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Nürburgring Nordschleife Gear

November 25, 2009 - 2:27 PM | No Comment

The Nürburgring certainly leaves an impression on people, and the famous German track is now the inspiration for a range of clothing from Nordschleife.us
T shirts, muscle shirts, caps, bandanas and hoodies are all available with …

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RAC Rally 1977: Pure audio joy

November 24, 2009 - 1:53 PM | 5 Comments

The biggest problem with the future is that at some point, there will be electric racing and rally cars that make no noise.
The best part of motor racing is the beautiful music the cars produce. …

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Grand Prix Gold: Adelaide 1985

November 24, 2009 - 9:42 AM | 4 Comments

A quick scan through 60 seasons of world championship Formula 1 statistics – there are 820 races to choose from – reveals very few grands prix have taken place in November. Between 1950, when the …

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Porsche 917 two seater lounge

November 23, 2009 - 7:25 AM | No Comment

Check out this Porsche 917 inspired sofa. Proving that there is a potential market for just about anything, this two seater sofa is no doubt the fastest chair in the world.
The body is manufactured in …

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Ray Vandenberg: Mr Motocross 1983

November 22, 2009 - 1:26 PM | 2 Comments

Back in 1983, a Victorian rider nick-named “Goof”, made Aussie MX history by becoming the youngest rider to win the prestigious Mr Motocross title.
At just 19 Ray Vandenberg, the 1982 Australian 125cc Champion, was not …

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HSRCA “All Historic” event 28-29 November

November 20, 2009 - 3:01 PM | No Comment

There is just over a week to go until the final HSRCA historic racing event of the season at Sydney’s Eastern Creek Raceway.
A field of over 300 historic racing cars has entered, with all the …

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Honda Broadford Bike Bonanza on again for 2010

November 20, 2009 - 2:33 PM | No Comment

Motorcycling Australia (MA) is pleased to confirm dates and declare entries officially open for the 2010 Honda Broadford Bike Bonanza (HBBB).
The second annual HBBB will be held on 3-4 of April 2010 over the Easter …

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One for the Christmas list: F1-67

November 20, 2009 - 12:45 PM | 2 Comments

Those who live for the heady scent of frantic combustion and the thumping rumble of classic racing are likely to share a simple dream. The dream that one day they might stumble upon a pristine …

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Gregg Hansford – His Greatest Australian Race

November 19, 2009 - 7:43 PM | 10 Comments

Ever witnessed a feat that changed you for ever? Something that left an indelible imprint that sends shivers down your spine just re‑living it. The occasion that left me a devoted disciple of motorcycle racing, …

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Total chaos: Patrese wins Monaco Grand Prix 1982

November 19, 2009 - 8:28 AM | 3 Comments

The1982 Monaco Grand Prix featured possibly the most eventful finish in Formula 1 history, with five lead changes in the last two laps.
The F1 world was still reeling from the death of Gilles Villeneuve two …

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1963 Corvette Grand Sport continuation by Superformance

November 18, 2009 - 11:48 AM | No Comment

A replica of the 1963 Corvette Grand Sport is now available from Superformance, the US based company which is perhaps best known for their Cobra and GT40 replicas, after signing a new licensing agreement with …

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Through drivers eyes: Le Mans 1966

November 18, 2009 - 9:17 AM | 4 Comments

Back in 1966, the determination of Henry Ford II to show the world that his company could build a car to compete and win at the pinnacle of international sports car racing was finally rewarded …

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Motorcycle Cufflinks

November 18, 2009 - 8:24 AM | No Comment

Here is a fun Christmas gift idea from UK shop ARTonWHEELS.co.uk. The chrome plated cufflinks are a simple design and feature logos of all your favourite moto-marques and come in an attractive presentation box.
All the …