Monthly Archives: October 2009

The ultimate two-for-one deal

Posted on October 29, 2009 by msncarsuk

Photos: RM Auctions Dan Trent writes:"A race car for the road" is a much-used hack’s cliche but in the case of the 631hp Mercedes CLK-GTR it is, for once, bang on the money. After all, the car was built to … Continue reading →

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Abarth’s box of tricks

Posted on October 29, 2009 by msncarsuk

Dan Trent writes:It’s no secret my hot-hatch allegiances lie with Renault but that’s not to say I’m entirely blinkered to the idea that there may be some other great Euro boom boxes out there. Indeed, the Fiat Grande Punto Abarth … Continue reading →

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What’s going on here, then…

Posted on October 27, 2009 by msncarsuk

cj hubbard writes: Hmmm. That looks suspiciously like an early mk1 Mazda MX-5 on a garage lift. What could have possibly happened? Don’t tell me I’ve gone and bought one, just like I was threatening to back in August… Er, … Continue reading →

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The lifts of doom

Posted on October 27, 2009 by msncarsuk

cj hubbard writes: The Hesperia Tower hotel in Barcelona is a very grand affair – but also rather odd. It’s one of those designer places where a) the architect apparently couldn’t quite make his mind up on the style so … Continue reading →

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Citroen wins fifth WRC title … for what?

Posted on October 26, 2009 by msncarsuk

Dan Trent writes:The only thing more astounding than Sebastian Loeb’s sixth consecutive WRC title – and Citroen’s fifth manufacturer crown – is the firm’s complete lack of interest in cashing in on this incredible record with a range of suitably … Continue reading →

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The Vengaboys are in town

Posted on October 26, 2009 by msncarsuk

Dan Trent writes: No, not those Vengaboys. Though who could forget such hits as Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom! and We’re Going To Ibiza? Oh, you had… No, the Venga boys in question here are the test team for the Kia … Continue reading →

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Renaultsport Megane 250 first drive – the uncut version

Posted on October 23, 2009 by msncarsuk

Dan Trent writes: Say what you like about some of the new Renaultsport Megane’s more questionable styling features (I’m looking at YOU, cheesy fake exhaust and chavtastic optional 19-inch wheels) when it comes to understanding its fanbase Renault really has … Continue reading →

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Rain stops play … again

Posted on October 22, 2009 by msncarsuk

Dan Trent writes: Once again it seems the rain in Spain falls mainly on Ascari circuit. I was here in February for the Audi R8 launch when a set of arm bands and a paddle would have been more use … Continue reading →

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Honda signs up the Euro

Posted on October 21, 2009 by msncarsuk

Richard Aucock writes: There is a new car over here in Tokyo that Japanese show-goers are flocking to in droves. The Honda Civic Type-R. What’s that, I say – all new? Am I mad? For isn’t it the same Civic … Continue reading →

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Whoops, Subru…

Posted on October 21, 2009 by msncarsuk

Richard Aucock writes: … Or should that be Subaru? As if I’m in any place to talk, mind, following last night’s language-blind supper disaster… — Share It  del.icio.us   Digg   Facebook   Google   Live Spaces   MySpace   Newsvine   Reddit   StumbleUpon   Technorati   Twitter   Yahoo! … Continue reading →

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