We at Wheels-and-Things have given you brief impressions of the highlights of each of the first three days of the Festival of Speed. Now it is time for the complete overview, read along and immerse yourself in a mix of old and new.
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Ultimate Collector Cars by Taschen Publishing
Every now and then we discuss a car related book, preferably something special if possible. And yes, I have another special one up my sleeve. Mine bears number 3051 and it’s not one but it’s two books in a beautiful slipcase.
The fun actually begins from the moment you start to open the packaging. Clearly, every detail has been thought of.
Read moreRetrospective 2: The winning Mazda RX 7 at the 1981 Francorchamps 24 Hours.
For this second edition of our Retrospective section, we go to the 2015 Festival of Speed at Goodwood. The central brand of this year’s event was Mazda and the focus was on motorsport activities. There were masses of Mazda racing cars brought over from America, Europe and of course Japan.
Read more5 Top Destinations to visit with your classic car!
Maybe a bit off topic but in Corona times I think this is possible. We are talking about top destinations.
Whether you want to be in an aeroplane with 300 people in these times is something everyone must decide for themselves, but a safe alternative could certainly be the cocoon of your car.
Read moreUpdate calendar 2021
The 2021 calendar: a first update with many cancellations but we at Wheels & Things looked for and found alternatives!
Read moreHistory Patek Philippe Calatrava
Let me tell you about that time I first traveled to the South of France. Together with the family in the car enjoying the drive towards vacation sun and sea.
Read moreAfter 57 years the curtain falls on the legendary Schnitzer BMW Team.
On Friday, 4 December 2020, a press release appeared in which BMW Motorsport said goodbye to its most successful BMW M racing team to date: Schnitzer Motorsport.
Read more22-02-2021: A new highlight for Gordon Murray with the launch of his T.50 s “Niki Lauda”.
Last year, in August, we were introduced to the long-awaited Gordon Murray Automotive T.50. An “old school” supercar, sprung from the brain of top designer Gordon Murray with an atmospheric V12 engine and a manual gearbox.
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