There are a number of companies which take the best of classic cars, and through the restoration process, enhance them to combine the best of their originality with a modern twist. Examples include Singer’s Porsche 911s, Eagle’s Jaguar E-Types, David Brown’s Mini and, of course Icon. Icon has famously overhauled Ford […]
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2017 BMW 1 Series on sale in Australia Q4, 250kW M140i added
BMW Australia has announced pricing details for the facelifted 2016-2017 BMW 1 Series, bringing more power for most models and improved economy. Starting out the changes is the new 120i. It comes with a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder now producing 135kW and 270Nm (up 5kW). This means the 0-100km/h time is […]
For Sale: 1958 Lotus Elite Series I, first production Lotus
An example of one of Lotus’s most significant cars will go under the hammer on July 30 at the Silverstone Classic; a 1958 Elite Series I. The Elite Series I is regarded as the company’s first production road car. The Lotus Elite embodied founder Colin Chapman’s “Simplify, then add lightness” […]
McLaren Special Operations creates bespoke 675LT: Carbon Series
McLaren’s skunkworks, McLaren Special Operations (MSO), has just unveiled its latest creation; a 675LT dressed in more carbon fibre than ever thought possible. MSO’s 675LT actually features 40 per cent more shiny strong stuff over the stock 675LT Spider, and features a new set of carbon fibre panels that can’t […]
Video: Everything about the E30 BMW M3 – 1 of 5-part series
BMW has kicked off a five-part YouTube video series celebrating the success of the first-generation BMW M3 ‘E30’. The original M3 pioneered the idea of the mid-size rear-wheel drive performance sedan, offering a wide breadth of ability on the road and on the race circuit. It’s a nameplate that has […]
For Sale: BMW 507 Roadster Series II, 1 of 217 made
High-end automotive auctioneers RM Sotherby’s is listing a stunning 1959 BMW 507 Roadster Series II to go under the hammer today. With only 217 units of the Series II to ever roll out of the factory, more than half a century ago, the 507 Roadster is expected to fetch as […]
Toyota 86 Racing Series previewed at Sydney 500
The upcoming Toyota 86 Racing Series has gotten even more exciting with the addition of seasoned professional drivers added to the mix. Steven Johnson, Leanne Tander and Aaron Seton have been named as drivers, and performed demonstration laps in 86 race cars at the Sydney 500 at Olympic Park on […]
2016 BMW 7 Series on sale in Australia from $217,500
BMW Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new 7 Series luxury sedan, which arrives in November. Five model grades will be available in Australia, ranging from the 730d, 740i, 740iL, 750i, to the flagship 750iL. All feature a turbocharged engine, and all boast a number of impressive […]