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EDITORIAL
They call it genius, and this week I've witnessed an example of some almost supernatural skill manifesting itself in human form. Yes, I was at Brooklands last Saturday to see Lewis Hamilton turn in some demonstration laps in an F1 car and it was mighty impressive.
Let's see what he does this Sunday at Silverstone.
But, ever the sportsman, come Monday I was Wimbledon–bound, at No. 1 Court to see Rafael Nadal power his way into the quarter–finals. It made a change from motor racing and yet, like watching Michael Schumacher at his peak, there were certain similarities: he took things seriously, very seriously; he didn't give his opponent an inch (and he has a house in Mallorca).
The annoying thing is, these guys are so superhuman that I bet Hamilton's not so bad with a Dunlop Maxply, and Rafa could probably turn in a few quick laps at Valencia. After all, wasn't James Hunt a Junior Wimbledon competitor?
The prize money for winning the Wimbledon finals is £750,000. That's a couple of Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupés and a bit of petrol money, so Sunday's victor could head down the A3 towards Goodwood with a view to ordering the latest two-door.
What are the odds on the 2008 Champion reversing our journey in the new Rolls, and driving from the UK back to Switzerland?
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Steve Wakefield |
THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
Rolls–Royce Phantom CoupéJourney to the starsIt
is a palace among automotive mansions, the newest and most dynamic
member of the Phantom family: the Coupé, designed to cover
great distances, effortlessly. But will it actually tempt its
wealthy owners to desert air travel and take to the road for those
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Bonhams Sale at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 11th July 2008 — PreviewIts Goodwood auctions rank with Gstaad, Monaco and Quail Lodge as some of Bonhams' top motoring sales. Entries for the Festival event are suitably 'top–drawer' and include the 'first off the production line' 1955 Jaguar D–type. read more... |
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Maserati Updates the QuattroporteNew styling details and 4700cc motor for 'S'Maserati has updated its stylish four-door with a new grille, small detailing changes and, in the 'S', the GranTurismo S's 430bhp, 4700cc V8. read more... |
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Overfinch 'Country Pursuits Concept Car'470bhp, modified 4WD 'aimed at the upper echelons of sports–loving society'Overfinch has been modifying Range Rovers for over 30 years. Its latest take on the iconic off–roader mixes high fashion with the requirements of the country set. read more... |
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Porsche 911 QuartetClassic Driver dealer Jan B. Lühn has four Porsches for sale that typify racing 911s of the 60s and 70s. It would take years to find these cars individually so, as they form a collection, all the hard work has been done for the serious 911 collector — just speak to Mr Lühn... read more... |
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CLASSIC LIFE
Omega Seamaster Diver 300mThe latest James Bond 007 collectors' pieceSince the James Bond film 'GoldenEye', the world's most famous Secret Service agent has worn an Omega Seamaster. The latest version of the Seamaster Diver 300m is about to be released, and it's substantially different from its predecessors. read more... |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
BMW M6 M6 Convertible
colour Silverstone II |
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Finished in Silverstone II with Black Extended Merino Leather and a Black Hood. Equipped Soft Closing Doors, Piano Black High Gloss Veneer, Bi Xenon Headlamps with High Beam Assist, Professional Navigation System, Bluetooth Telephone Perparation, Electrically Adjustable and Heated Front Seating, Electric Steering Column, Electrically Operated Hood, Cruise Control, 19" Double Spoke M Sport Alloy Wheels.
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BramleyTown/City: Bramley, Surrey, UK |
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CLASSIC
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
colour DB534 Fire Red |
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Black soft top, 3.0l in-line 6-cylinder engine, 4-speed transmission, odometer reading 41,200 miles, European headlights, Rudge wheels, original owner's manual, tool roll, luggage.
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Copley MotorcarsTown/City: Boston, MA, USA |
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SPORTING
Lister Jaguar 'Knobbly'ex-Ecurie Ecosse
colour Ecurie Ecosse Blue Metallic |
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Ecurie Ecosse Lister Knobbly Jaguar, 341 SG. Subject of a JD Classics total restoration to current FIA race specification, latest specification competition engine with wide angle cylinder head, correct sandcast Weber 45 DCO3s.
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JD ClassicsTown/City: Maldon, Essex, UK |
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EVENTGUIDE 2008
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05.07. — 05.07. COYS Fine Motor Cars Auction. Blenheim Palace, UK |
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