With the May bank holiday behind us, it’s safe to say that summer is well and truly on its way. But is your classic motor ready to hit the road again? Many owners tuck their classic cars away in the winter, anxiously anticipating the arrival of warmer weather. But that means you need to be…
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Why It’s Important To Bleed Your Classic Car Brakes
If you’ve ever had to perform an emergency stop, you’ll know just how critical it is to have an optimally functioning braking system on your classic vehicle. And much the same way that other systems in your classic car need servicing and maintaining, your brakes are no different. One effective way to preserve the integrity…
An Interview With… James Ball, Classic Automotive Journalist
This week, we were thrilled to interview James Ball, a freelance classic automotive journalist and Deputy Editor of MOG Magazine. James has also written for Performance Ford and Octane Magazine as well as contributing photographs of classic motoring events far and wide. What first got you into classic cars? My dad has always…
Product Of The Week – 2 Tonne Light Duty Car Jack
A car jack is critical for maintenance and repair and is, therefore, a staple tool for anyone who’s serious about keeping their classic car in tip-top condition or undertaking a restoration project. When working with a jack, safety is advised. The use of axel stands will prevent avoidable accidents and damage. It is also important…
The Clevedon Lions Classic Car Show Review
Hundreds of classic motors gathered today for a sunny afternoon by the sea in the picturesque town of Clevedon, North Somerset. Organised by the Clevedon Lions in aid of various local charities, the event (which has been taking place annually for 9 years) started at 10.00am at Cadbury Garden Centre, Congresbury, followed by a 28…
Product Of The Week – POR-15 Engine Paint
The aesthetics of your classic car engine are important, especially if it serves as a focal point for your vehicle, which is why we recommend POR-15 Engine Enamel. If you like the idea of painting your classic motor engine, you should know in advance that you will not be able to use standard car paints….
Cibie Lighting Systems: Recommended
Drivers don’t tend to pay much attention to the lights on their cars unless of course, they’re failing. But as you know, they’re absolutely critical to a car’s overall functionality, and without them, it simply can’t run. That’s why it’s essential to install lights onto a classic car that are hardwearing, reliable and don’t require…
Product Of The Week – Classic Castrol Oil
Choosing the correct engine oil for your classic motor is critical in ensuring it runs smoothly with maximum wear protection. Older vehicles require a different formulation to newer models. Unlike engine oils for modern engines that are required to adhere with the most recent API ratings of SN/CF as well as ACEA and OEM specs,…
The Classic Cars of Steve McQueen
He was best known for his portrayals in timeless movies such as The Great Escape, Le Mans and The Thomas Crown Affair, but Steve McQueen was more than just an on-screen icon. As a classic car enthusiast, McQueen took every opportunity to drive (or ride) a number of legendary motors both on and off screen,…
Women In Motoring History
Believe it or not, there are now more female drivers in the U.K than there are male drivers. Not only that, contrary to androcentric belief, women are now considered to be safer and (dare we admit it) better drivers than the opposite sex. We won’t tell our ‘better halves’, of course. We wouldn’t want to…