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EDITORIAL
The 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show has the world's luxury and prestige manufacturers on the horns of a dilemma (naturally-harvested no doubt, or hand-crafted in carbonfibre and titanium with an Alcantara covering, perhaps).
They have to make some environmental concessions but, knowing the infinitesimal effect such low production has on the world as a whole, how far can they go to please the 'green' lobby, yet retain the loyal following of super-rich clients to whom such possessions are, by definition, an indulgence, a statement with no concessions to compromise or the effect on others?
So, under the same roof, you have the totally crazy Brabus C Class 'Bullit' with its 720hp V12 giving a top speed of 360km/h (that's 223.7mph by the way), a hybrid Porsche Cayenne (so often the subject of protestors’ complaints), and the latest-specification Bentley Continental GTs having reduced CO2 emissions as a feature in press material right up there with the headlining 200mph-plus top speed and 600 horsepower.
And I haven't even mentioned the 650 horsepower, 495g/km CO2 Lamborghini Reventón. But hold on a minute, this is named after a fighting bull from the 1940s. Is this the final admission that our bovine friends really are responsible for the greenhouse gas issue?
I think we should be told.
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Steve
Wakefield |
THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
All the Fun of the ShowClassic Driver at the Frankfurt Motor ShowAs we go to press on this week’s issue of Classic Inside, the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show is in full flow. read more... |
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The 2007 Rolex Monterey Historic RacesFull Photo Gallery by Tim ScottUnder blue skies and with a relaxed atmosphere, far away from the hubbub of Monterey auctions and concours, the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca was filled with the racing greats from the past. read more... |
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Bugatti Veyron 'Pur Sang': Less is MoreAccording to Achim Anscheidt, Head of Bugatti Design, the idea of finishing a Veyron in its pure material configuration – with no colour coating – came from watching visitors to the Atelier in Molsheim. read more... |
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Spyder California and F40 - three decades of Ferrari brillianceSignificant cars come to marketFerrari has rarely been anywhere but at the top of its game but from the late 50s to the 90s it produced a succession of truly ground-breaking motor cars for the world's super-rich. read more... |
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MOTUL Tour Britannia 2007This year's Tour Britannia, the three-day classic event for pre-1976 race, rally and touring cars, was a roaring success. From 3rd to 6th September, the Tour took place over a mix of circuits, hills and stages, linked by relaxed road sections meandering through English countryside. read more... |
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More Power for Porsche Cayenne GTSWith 20bhp more than the current Cayenne S, the new 405bhp Cayenne GTS accelerates from 0 to 62mph in a mere 6.1 seconds. The S took 6.6 seconds - hardly sluggish, but Porsche clearly feels that the outstanding success of its sporty SUV can be further enhanced. read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Omega Speedmaster Professional: 50th Anniversary ModelsFly Me to the MoonIn a horological industry obsessed with a timepiece's performance many leagues under the sea, one watch stands out for its presence on the cuff of many a bouncing 'Moonwalker'. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
colour DBR9 Racing Green |
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Cruise Control,Heated Front Screen,Navigation System,Remote Garage Door Opener,Parking Aid,Bright Finish Grille,Tyre Pressure Monitoring,Heated Front Seats,Bluetooth®
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JCT 600 Leodis CourtTown/City:
Leeds, UK |
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CLASSIC
Bentley R Type Continental by H.J. Mulliner
colour Black |
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This superb R Type Continental was acquired by the present owner in early 2005 from an American enthusiast in California. This example was mechanically dismantled, restored and rebuilt in San Francisco by a leading Bentley expert.
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Frank Dale & StepsonsTown/City:
London, UK |
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SPORTING
Lola T70 MK IIIB
colour Purple |
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The last Lola T70 of the original production run delivered to Jo Bonnier in December 1969. Raced in Europe and South Africa before being sold to Carlos Avalone in Brazil to be driven by Wilson Fittipaldi.
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Taylor & CrawleyTown/City:
London, UK |
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EVENTGUIDE 2007
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15.09. - 16.09. VSCC 'SeeRed' Race Meeting Donington Park, UK |
SERVICE
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