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News Honda makes history Wednesday, 5 January 2022 at 0:00:00 UTC By Al Suttie Record price for Honda motorcycle A box-fresh Honda RC213V-S has set a new record price for a Japanese motorcycle sold at auction when it achieved £182,500 via Collecting Cars. The still-crated 2016 Honda has just one mile on the clock and was built as a MotoGP bike you could ride on the road when new. It’s powered by a 215hp 999cc V4 engine and weighs only 170kg. Edward Lovett, founder of Collecting Cars, said: ‘Honda’s RC213V-S is a thrilling, exquisitely crafted machine, and this example attracted global attention and extremely competitive bidding on Collecting Cars. We are proud to have achieved yet another world-record sales price – this time for an incredible road-legal MotoGP that will be a jewel in the new owner’s collection.’ https://collectingcars.com/

News Girardo launches photo archive Thursday, 30 September 2021 at 21:00:00 UTC By Alisdair Suttie Girardo & Co has acquired the Italian motorsport archive of Photo4 and is now offering more than 3 million motorsport images to buy. Many of the images have never been seen before and cover five decades of Formula 1, Le Mans, and rallying from the 1970s to the present day. Company founder Max Girardo said: ‘At Girardo & Co, we live and breathe motorsport history, be it the ice-cool characters, the knee-weakening cars or the indescribable oil-infused atmosphere. The Girardo & Co Archive not only serves as a vital research tool for us and many others, from owners to historians, but it also offers the ability to dive straight back into the halcyon days of motorsport.’ http://www. girardoarchive.com

News RM Sotheby’s returns to Germany Thursday, 24 March 2022 at 15:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie All-new RM Sotheby’s auction for Munich Motorworld RM Sotheby’s has announced it will return to the German market with a new auction at Motorworld in Munich. The new auction will take place on 25-26 November 2022 and RM Sotheby’s says it will become an annual fixture in its classic car calendar. Marcus Görig, the German market car specialist for RM Sotheby’s, said: ‘We are delighted to return to the German market with a fantastic sale that will now form part of our annual auction calendar. The location at Motorworld is fantastic, and we will bring approximately 60 cars to market, offering a diverse mix of cars from across the collecting spectrum, which will appeal to a wide international audience.’ Already consigned for the German sale is a 2007 Lamborghini Reventon with only 102kms on the clock since new. https://rmsothebys.com/

Editorial Contact Alisdair Suttie Telephone 01727 739 160 Email al@classiccarbusiness.com Editorial features Publication date: Q1 / 2023 Are you ready for modern classics? With newer classics using more electronics, air conditioning, ABS and traction control, are you equipped to work with these cars? Franke Dale and Stepsons expansion plan and profile. Manor Park Classics looks at state of UK auction market. Trailers: what to look for when buying and what’s the law when towing? Period correct tyres – do they make a car more marketable? What’s available? Publication date: Q2 / 2023 Cost of living – how is it impacting the classic car sector and what can you do to minimise its effects on your business? Electric conversions – what’s involved and is it something to offer with your business? What’s the law? Tracking devices – from Air tags to Vodafone, what’s available and should you use them? Fire safety in the workplace – are you protected? Period radios – restoration and upgrades, plus modern alternatives examined. Publication date: Q3 / 2023 Is finance an attractive option for selling classic cars? Can over-the-counter finance improve your business? What are the options? The DVLA – how is the registration process being improved for classic vehicles? Laser rust removal. Does it work, how does it work and what does it cost? Recycling: what can you recycle, where and how, and what are the cost savings to your business? ​ Insuring stock in a variable market – is your policy keeping pace with the value of your showroom stock? Publication date: Q4 / 2023 Would your business operate better as a co-operative? How does it work and what are the benefits and drawbacks? Tax explained: accountancy experts explain how to maximise your business’ tax efficiency. 3D printing and scanning – what is it, how does it work and how can it benefit your business? Period correct paint finishes: how are they achieved and who can help you? Exotic materials: as newer cars come into the classic sector, how to maintain, repair and restore modern, high-tech bodywork and mechanical materials.

News Classic car owners want synthetic fuel Thursday, 10 November 2022 at 10:00:00 UTC By Al Suttie Three quarter of classic car owners favour synthetic fuel over EV conversion Synthetic fuel is the preferred option for the continued use of classic cars by three quarters of owners. A study by Footman James has found that 76% of classic car owners believe the sustainability of classic cars lies with synthetic fuels rather than EV conversions. Only 24% of those asked said they would be prepared to convert their car to run with an electric conversion. The rising cost and availability of high-octane E5 fuel, which is more suitable for classic cars in comparison to E10, which has a higher ethanol content, puts pressure on owners and shows the automotive sector is right to look at alternatives. Managing Director of Footman James, David Bond, said: ‘I’m pleased owners are thinking about the future and how they may be able to align their classic cars with a net-zero future. Understanding the power that alternative fuels have for our industry shows not only a potentially positive outlook ahead, but also highlights to organisations the power that e-fuels have to secure ICE cars’ relevance and sustainability in the future. If we can keep more cars on the road rather than manufacturing new ones, that will save millions of tonnes of embedded carbon.’ Some vehicle manufacturers are investing in synthetic fuels and synthetic fuels may be one alternative method to power vehicles that have already been made. Due to the petrol pump infrastructure already in place, this would work well for classic vehicles. Garry Wilson, Chief Executive of the Historic and Classic Vehicles Alliance, added: ‘This is a fascinating question, and one that we are often asked. Some classics are deeply impressive converted to electric, but do it because you like how they drive, not because you think you are contributing to saving the planet, which you won’t be unless you drive it enough miles to recover the CO2 spike caused by battery manufacture. ‘Sustainable fuels on the other hand are a drop-in solution that, when they become widely available, we can all use without any modifications to our engines, slashing our carbon emissions immediately to 80 per cent of net-zero. That’s a huge environmental win that also protects the character of our classics.’ http://www.footmanjames.co.uk www.hcva.co.uk

News Girardo & Co completes new showroom Tuesday, 28 February 2023 at 10:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie New showroom now open at Belchers Farm Girardo & Co has opened its newly renovated showroom at its premises in Oxfordshire. The Belchers Farm development has taken 18 months to complete and offers 9000sq-ft of showroom space. It is temperature- and humidity-controlled, with a gallery area to view the 20 cars that can be arranged in the new showroom. As well as the cars, the new development now houses Girardo & Co’s extensive library of more than 3000 books, which the firm uses for research in to the cars it sells. The library is located on a mezzanine level overlooking the main showroom. Max Girardo said: ‘Ever since founding the company back in 2016, we’ve always championed quality and diversity. Now, we finally have a space befitting of the exceptional collector cars we’re privileged to encounter.’ Photo: @tshaxson http://www.girardo.com

News CCA returns to Warwick Tuesday, 5 April 2022 at 9:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie Seasonal CCA auctions at Warwick venue Classic Car Auctions has announced it will return to the Warwickshire Event Centre for sales in the summer, autumn and winter of 2022. The company has not held a sale at this venue in two years due to covid restrictions, but says early success in 2022 has encouraged it to return. The CCA sales will be held on 18 June, 24 September, and 10 December. Gary Dunne CCA Sales Manager commented: ‘We are all looking forward to returning to what we consider our spiritual home, the WEC. We haven’t been there for a couple of years, so this will be a welcome return. It is a lovely, fantastic venue with its own café, loads of free parking and is easily accessed from the M40 and M6. ‘We have always had great results at the WEC, being so well located it has always been a successful venue for consigning cars, as well as for our sales. As a result, we have increased our viewing days to include Thursday as well as Friday.’ https://www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/

News Bicester Scramblers opens online shop Wednesday, 12 October 2022 at 9:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie E-shop adds to Scramblers’ reach The hugely popular Bicester Heritage Scramblers meetings now has an online shop offering branded merchandise. Philip White, Associate Director, Brand and Marketing, said: ‘As our club continues to grow, we wanted to provide members with the opportunity to show their support and take home some Scramblers merchandise, even if they haven’t recently visited Bicester. ‘The launch of our e-shop and success of our Assemblies to date, continues to showcase the success of Scramblers, as we continue to go from strength to strength.’ http://www.scramblers.bicesterheritage.co.uk

News Kingsley offers PCP deal Friday, 4 March 2022 at 14:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie New finance package for Kingsley Range Rovers Kingsley Re-Engineered is now offering a PCP finance package for its reworked Range Rover Classic models. Customers can choose a personal contract plan lasting between 36 and 48 months, with montly payments starting from £1382. A deposit and balloon payment will also be necessary, and interest is being charged at 6.3% APR for the shorter period and 6.1% APR for the longer term agreement. Damon Oorloff, Founder of Kingsley Re-Engineered said: ‘We know that most buyers of a Kingsley have other cars in their fleet, and in recognition of this we have tried hard to offer a suitable solution and help them spread the cost of ownership. ‘Flexible financing allows our customers to get on the growing waiting list that bit sooner and helps them to realise their dream of driving a Kingsley home. PCP plans make a lot of sense when buying a Kingsley, and we aim to keep talking to our customers and expanding our offerings accordingly.’ https://www.kingsleycars.co.uk/

News Bentley restores oldest T1 Wednesday, 20 April 2022 at 9:00:00 UTC By Al Suttie First T-Series begins full restoration Bentley is starting the restoration of the very first T-Series model. The project is being carried out by apprentices at the Crewe factory and Bentley specialists. After being brought out of 15 years of storage, the 1965 T-Series is being assessed for what work is required. When the restoration is complete, which Bentley estimates will take 18 months, the car will join the firm’s Heritage Collection. Work on this very first T-Series started in October 2016 and was then put on hold until now. The engine is now running and work has started on the bodywork. https://www.bentleymotors.com/en.html

News Bring a Trailer data shows steep rise in 1990s classic values Monday, 1 August 2022 at 16:30:00 UTC By Al Suttie 1990s classics almost double in value in two years Car auction site Bring a Trailer has revealed new data that shows 1990s classic cars in the US have almost doubled in value between the first quarter of 2020 and the same period in 2022. Classic cars in this age bracket have risen in value by 82% during this period, increasing in value from an average of $24,941 to $45,302. The steep rise in values is attributed to an influx of Generation X and Millennial enthusiasts with disposable income to spend on classic cars. Randy Nonnenberg, Bring a Trailer Co-Founder and CEO, said: ‘Collector automobiles go through a cycle where they are forgotten for a decade or two before nostalgia drives their now financially stable fans to buy them up. Right now, what we’re seeing is the ‘90s becoming the new ‘50s when it comes to the cars collectors and enthusiasts are seeking out. ‘Vehicles once considered mundane, utilitarian and even ‘econobox’ are the new cool and being given a fresh look.’ The company’s data shows the full spectrum of ‘90s vehicles is gaining collector attention, from family sedans and wagons to trucks, SUVs and vans. http://www.bringatrailer.com

News Hagerty becomes VSCC insurance partner Tuesday, 2 August 2022 at 8:00:00 UTC By Al Suttie Three-year deal for Hagerty as VSCC insurance partner Hagerty and the Vintage Sports-Car Club have announced a three-year partnership to provide insurance to the club’s members. As well as providing insurance for VSCC members, the deal will also offer those in the club additional benefits such as exclusive editorial features for the VSCC. Hagerty will also help the club look at how it can attract newcomers to vintage cars and motorsport. Tania Brown, Club Secretary of the VSCC, said: ‘We are delighted to partner with Hagerty, we have worked with them for a number of years and are delighted to extend our partnership. This latest exclusive deal will see us working together even closer for the benefit of our respective members, particularly promoting the use of vintage and classic cars and working on key challenges together, such as helping youngsters access insurance.’ Mark Roper, Managing Director of Hagerty International added, “Partnering with a brand as important to the industry as the VSCC creates a great opportunity to promote vintage cars to a new audience and we are excited to work together over the next three years.’ http://www.hagerty.co.uk www.vscc.co.uk