Enjoy a family day out at PETROLHEADONISM LIVE, Knebworth House on Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 September 2021.
PETROLHEADONISM LIVE are delighted to launch its premier event in the park of Knebworth House; this must-see family spectacular will bring some of the world’s most exclusive and desirable cars to this epic weekend to celebrate all things automotive!
On Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September over 1,000 cars will be on display from Supercars to Classics, Americana to the Highly Modified and the ‘Interesting’, at this must-see event for any automotive fan.
Petrolheadonism Live will host a £50m+ Hypercar enclosure in the shadows of Knebworth House. Our event supporter Zach’s Garage will be hosting Hypercars and Supercars as well as extremely valuable vehicles worth in excess of £1m each with some very rare cars joining the display including our Hero Car of the event, the 24Ct Gold Leaf inlayed Koenegsigg Regera.
The Koenigsegg Regera is one of the most expensive and fastest cars in the world! It’s limited production combined with its cutting edge revolutionary technology as well as crushed diamonds and 24ct gold make it one of the most exclusive cars on the road, in the world, today.
In addition, over 50 car clubs are set to attend the event, so enthusiasts will see an incredible array of Classics, Highly Modified, American and Supercars to rival any automotive event.
There will be a programme of events within the Main Arena; the highlight of which will be the ‘Petrolheadonism Elite 2021’ competitors, displaying the most astounding vehicles from 7 varied classes presented by 7 different experts in their class. These cars will parade around a ‘catwalk’ each day creating a moving masterpiece of horsepower.
The event takes place in the beautiful surroundings of Knebworth Park. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and stay all day. Once you have looked at the vast range of cars why not explore some of Knebworth’s other attractions. Perfect for a family day out your ticket to the event also includes free on-site parking and FREE entrance to the adventure playground, the dinosaur trail with 70 life-sized dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures and 28-acre formal gardens including a maze!
Tickets are onsale now and available from £19 for adults and £11.50 for Children at www.knebworthhouse.com Two day admission tickets are also available. The show opens daily at 10.30am and closes at 6pm.
Ford reveals the name and winning specification of the new Puma ST Gold Edition with key design features chosen by enthusiasts via a series of online polls
More than a quarter of a million votes cast on Ford’s Twitter and Instagram channels as fans opt for design including black paint, exterior decals and red brake callipers
Puma ST Gold Edition will be produced in limited numbers with deliveries to commence towards the end of this year
The results are in. Following an innovative experiment in human centred design, Ford today revealed the winning specification of the new Puma ST Gold Edition that will be available to order in limited numbers from later this year.
Ford fans cast almost 275,000 votes in a series of polls on the automaker’s Twitter and Instagram channels over the course of 10 days, choosing the colour combinations of elements including the model’s paint, decals and brake callipers – as well as deciding its name.
As a result, the first-ever Ford Performance model to feature crowd-sourced design will have the following features:
Poll
Winning option
Losing option
Exterior Paint
Black – 56 per cent
Grey
Brake Callipers
Red – 74 per cent
Black
Seatbelt Stitching
Grey – 87 per cent
Black
Exterior Decals
Lines – 74 per cent
Stripes
Exterior Badging
ST Badges – 79 per cent
No badges
Scuff Plates
Puma – 53 per cent
Ford Performance
Pride Plate
ST – 55 per cent
Puma
Name
Puma ST Gold Edition – 59 per cent
Puma ST 24K Edition
The results of each poll were collected from individual markets across Europe in addition to Ford of Europe’s central channels before being collated to reach an overall winner.
“To create something truly special for our loyal performance fans, we’ve moved to a forward-looking approach in co-creating the Puma ST Gold Edition with them. The number of votes cast shows just how enthusiastic our customers are – and that they have excellent taste,” said Amko Leenarts, director, Design, Ford of Europe. “It’s all in the details, and with this special edition, our fans have configured a truly desirable product.”
The Puma ST Gold Edition will be powered by a 200PS 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine for 0-62mph acceleration in 6.7 seconds. Advanced, Sports Technologies include selectable Drive Modes including Sport, Track and Eco, as well as a unique-in-segment limited-slip differential option, patented force vectoring springs and unique suspension and steering specifications for exceptional cornering responses. Deliveries will commence towards the end of this year.
Ford and its Team Fordzilla esports team last year created the Team Fordzilla P1 concept using a similar approach, with collaboration between the company’s designers and the gaming community.
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The declared WLTP fuel/energy consumptions, CO2-emissions and electric range are determined according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EU) 2017/1151 as last amended. The applied standard test procedures enable comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers.
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for and deepen the loyalty of those customers. Ford designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of connected, increasingly electrified passenger and commercial vehicles: Ford trucks, utility vehicles, vans and cars, and Lincoln luxury vehicles. The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 186,000 people worldwide. More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com.
Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 43,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and consolidated joint ventures and approximately 55,000 people when unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 14 manufacturing facilities (10 wholly owned facilities and four unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911.
The 60th anniversary of the Jaguar E-type was celebrated in fine style this past weekend as around 400 E-types, their owners, sixty specialist exhibitors and enthusiastic visitors gathered for E-type 60.
The event, sponsored by SNG Barratt Group and Twyford Moors, was held under the sunniest skies of the year at the historic and spectacular Shelsley Walsh motorsport setting.
On the Friday preceding the event, E-type Club co-founder Philip Porter, Chairman of Worcester Civic Society Phil Douce and Motor Sport magazine editor Joe Dunn, unveiled a blue plaque in commemoration of the great Stirling Moss first competing at Shelsley Walsh in 1948.
Apart from a glut of competition Es including celebrated Lightweights, Low-Drags, the E2A Le Mans prototype, and the first two E-types ever raced, the event also played host to an incredible reunion of the 1961 Geneva Motor Show trio – the first time these three cars have been seen together for sixty years!
The first in a series of videos from E-type 60 Filming partner, Berlinetta Films, showing E2A driving up the hillclimb course can be seen https://youtu.be/JiS2GZexMJI
A non-stop entertainment schedule included regular hillclimb action; an outstanding motoring art exhibition, engaging chats with E-type experts; hilarious reminiscing with racing legends: Hopkirk, Attwood, Fitzpatrick and Sutcliffe; a fabulously ’60’s-themed party; and a raucous tribute to The Italian Job.
This is a must-attend event for all classic car enthusiasts. The UK Auction Market Leaders will kick start this fabulous weekend on Friday 25th June for a viewing day, 10am – 7pm, followed by their auction day on Saturday 26th June from 12pm and finally on Sunday 27th June there will be a post auction showroom.
Classic Car Auctions are delighted to announce their star car for this auction, the 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL (W113) – Ex Britt Ekland. This is a truly stunning ‘Pagoda’ and has been delivered new to Britt Ekland. This example was given to Miss Ekland as a present by her husband, Peter Sellers, and is wonderfully presented in sparking White. With 49,950 miles indicated, a very good history file detailing proof of Britt Ekland’s ownership and having been with Classic Car Auctions vendor since 2012, the car has had just three previous keepers and is now offered at an estimate of £80,000 – £100,000.
Another excellent example going under the hammer next weekend is the 1985 Audi Ur-Quattro B2. This beautiful example is well presented with a recent fresh coat of Zermatt Silver over a black leather interior. This is the first generation of the UR-Quattro and is offered from long-term ownership. With a fresh MOT valid until June 2022, this Quattro is accompanied by a history file and original owner’s manual. Estimated at: £24,000 – £28,000.
Gary Dunne, CCA’s Sales Manager commented “We have some absolute superb examples in this sale on Saturday 26th June, the variety is truly fantastic! I would encourage anyone interested to visit our website to view the entire lot list, where you will find some extensive images of each car and videos. Each lot offers a special opportunity, so register to bid today!”
Looking glorious in Basalt Black Metallic over black/sand beige leather is this 2009 Porsche 911 (997) Gen 2 3.6 Carrera Cabriolet (PDK). This is a fabulous, second-generation, drop-top example of the hugely impressive 997 Carrera 2. With just one former owner, a Porsche Main dealer history with fully stamped service book and Smart 19” Alloys, Classic Car Auctions have estimated this car at £32,000 – £37,000.
The last of the four cars previewed is the 1998 Aston Martin DB7 Volante. This is arguably one of the most attractive Astons ever produced, Ian Callum’s superb 90s classic. Superbly presented in Buckingham Green with Cream leather pipped green, this beautiful car has been with Classic Car Auctions vendor for the last 17 years with just two keepers prior. The car is accompanied by a comprehensive history, including Aston Works and latterly, marque specialists. This is a valuable addition to any collection and is estimated at: £18,000 – £22,000.
It is not too soon to register to bid in their sale; bidding can be done in person, online, by phone or via commission (pre-bid). For absentee bidding, please complete the registration process at least 48 hours before the auction day to ensure your registration is processed. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please email enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk or call 01926 640888.
You can now view and download Classic Car Auctions full catalogue.
Forthcoming Auctions Friday 25th – 27th June – The London Classic Car Show Saturday 25th September – The Autumn Sale Saturday 11th December – The December Sale
About Classic Car Auctions (CCA) Classic Car Auctions (CCA) is a specialist auction house for the sale of ‘Everyman’ classic cars; offering enthusiasts the opportunity to buy an impressive selection of iconic classic cars from across the eras.
Created in 2015 by the highly respected team from Silverstone Auctions and now an established business itself; we have a consistent sales rate of over 75% for the last three years and have proudly sold over £15,000,000 worth of cars during the same period.
The majority of our sales are held at our home from home, The Warwickshire Event Centre, Leamington Spa. Here our sales average a total of £1.5 million, with hundreds of dedicated buyers attending the one-day sale of approximately 150 cars each time. We are also established at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show which is held annually at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, where we have been the official auction partner for the last three years.
At CCA our aim is to make buying and selling a classic car as easy and as straight-forward as possible. Our dedicated team of knowledgeable classic car specialists will provide sellers with honest and realistic estimates, combined with worldwide marketing and well-presented sale days which will help your car achieve a great price. We offer buyers a fantastic selection of affordable classic cars presented with extensive information and detailed condition reports along with low buyer’s fees.
If you’d like to know more about buying or selling a classic car with Classic Car Auctions, call us today on 01926 640888 or email enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk.
An example of arguably the most beautiful Bugatti racing car, the 1934 Type 59, is coming to the Concours of Elegance from 3-5 September
In total, nearly 1,000 vehicles will be on display across the weekend as further features are revealed in the coming months The Concours of Elegance remains the UK’s top concours d’elegance and among the top three in the world Tickets can be bought now from www.concoursofelegance.co.uk/tickets
The Concours of Elegance – famed for gathering the rarest cars ever created – will showcase one of the most beautiful racing cars in existence, the Bugatti Type 59, at Hampton Court Palace this year.
Taking place from 3-5 September, the event is renowned as one of the top three concours d’elegance events in the world for the quality of cars it attracts; nowhere else in the UK can the public see such a high standard of rare historic vehicles.
The Bugatti Type 59 is famed as the most beautiful of all Bugatti’s motorsport creations and one of the best-looking racing cars of all time. Unlike many cars of its time, the Type 59 opted for a shape with the width of a two-seater so the driver could sit low next to the gearbox – Ettore Bugatti didn’t like having to sit his driver high over the propeller shaft as he would have to in a tighter, single-seat body. That shape tapers into a sharp point at the tail, which itself houses the fuel tank, in between two beautifully riveted halves of metal. Every detail is perfection, right down to the signature piano wire wheels, beautifully engineered and the perfect complement to the Type 59’s proportions.
The engine was a straight eight-cylinder, with two overhead camshafts driven by a train of gears from the rear of the crankshaft, this drive also being taken to the Bugatti built supercharger mounted on the right-hand side of the engine, with two down-draught Zenith carburettors on top.
Despite its advancements, and its beautiful shape, the Type 59 was arguably too late in developments to best the German competition on the Grand Prix circuits of the world. This example, #59124, had a best result of fourth at Spa-Francorchamps with Robert Benoist at the wheel. But with just six or seven built, and its enviable looks, the Type 59 remains one of the most desirable pre-war cars ever made.
Outside of the main display of vehicles, the Concours of Elegance will gather a total of around 1,000 cars in a number of special features and displays, including a Gulf vs. Martini celebration, a display of unique or bespoke modern rarities in the Future Classics class and a line-up of the finest coachbuilt Rolls-Royces. New for 2021 is a collection of 95 British cars gathered to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s 95th birthday, and a 30UNDER30 Concours aimed at inspiring the next-generation of classic car enthusiast.
Away from the automotive displays, Concours of Elegance remains an occasion of pure luxury, with champagne provided by Charles Heidsieck, picnics by Fortnum & Mason, live stage interviews with Chubb Insurance, hosted by Jodie Kidd, and a collection of art, jewellery and fashion displays. Presenting Partner, A. Lange & Söhne, recently confirmed to support the event for a further three years, will continue to showcase some of its most intricate timepieces.
Tickets to the Concours of Elegance 2021 are available now from just £30 for half-day entry, with full three-course hospitality packages from £288. Tickets can be bought from concoursofelegance.co.uk/tickets
Historic Motorsport TV release their latest film:- The Beating Heart of Bristol Engines – an in-depth focus on Nottingham based firm INRacing.
The film marks the start of a new series focusing on the Best of British Engineering firms around Historic Motorsport. The focus on IN Racing will cover the history of how the business started from Ian Nuthall, and how it gradually developed to become one of the world’s leading specialists in Bristol engines. This fascinating insight explores the IN Racing labyrinth of workshops and shows the remarkable breadth of in-house capability from this family owned firm who now offer a complete one stop shop solution for classic restoration, race preparation and engine building. We also look at the business’ current restoration projects on the go, and talk about their quest to save the world’s remaining Bristol engines, by remanufacturing almost every part. We also look at their latest development work on building and testing an all aluminium cylinder block for a Bristol engine. To watch the film being released today visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/HistoricMotorsportTV
About IN Racing: Established in 1976, by Ian Nuthall, they business has grown organically, reinvesting into equipment such as 3-D printing, and precision CNC machining steadily expanded their capability to remanufacture almost any classic part they require. The added machine capability, coupled with experienced operators, bodywork, paint and engine building specialists have morphed the business into a major player within the Historic scene. This is all before you take into account their racing success, and winning formulas for building, preparing and running Historic race cars. Specialising in Bristol engine cars, the business remanufactures 98% of original Bristol engine parts and supplies them worldwide via their online catalogue. For more details about IN Racing visit: https://www.inracing.co.uk/
About Historic Motorsport TV: Historic Motorsport TV is a You Tube channel which launched in March 2021, filling the void of a post pandemic historic motorsport industry. The channel launched with a series of interviews to all the major race organisers in response to a lack of opportunities for the organisers and competitors to get together at Motorshows. Since its creation the channel has also launched a series of shows called Homemade – Built for Adventure, and exclusively broadcast the Live Stream footage from the Donington Historic Festival in May. The Series of Best of British Engineering is the latest release from the creators. For more details about the team behind Historic Motorsport TV visit: https://historicmotorsport.tv
