With 2018 only days away, you might be considering a series of ambitious New Year’s Resolutions, most of which (let’s face it) you’ll have forgotten about by Spring. So how about making and sticking to a resolution for your classic car instead? After all, we’re sure there’s plenty more you’d like to do with your…
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Selecting The Right Toggle Switch For Your Classic Car
At Holden Vintage & Classic we offer a range of toggle switches for your classic car, including both Lucas and reproduction Lucas varieties. If you are less familiar with the purpose of a toggle switch, we’re happy to explain. Almost every function performed by your classic vehicle involves a switch – whether it be a…
Is Your Classic Car Ready For Summer?
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…
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…
Bromyard Speed Festival 2017
On Sunday 2nd April we will be returning to the streets of Bromyard to celebrate the annual Bromyard Speed Festival. Every year, over 5000 spectators travel from all over the country to watch more than 140 vintage and classic cars and motorcycles drive through the picturesque market town streets of Bromyard. As part organisers of…