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How to Keep Your Classic Running Forever Title: How to Keep Your Classic Running Forever
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on June 28, 2007

Aaron Gold's a good buddy who produces the About Cars site, which was my job for nine fun-filled years until I decided that old cars are more fun. He's just added a page entitled "How to...

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A Hot-Rodded Jaguar Becomes a Work of Art Title: A Hot-Rodded Jaguar Becomes a Work of Art
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on June 17, 2007

Ah, c'mon guys! So Autoblog finally discovers the Flueguar, which this site featured almost a year ago! With due respect to my friends I must confess that it was easier for me to photograph this...

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Jaguars Remembered by McClellan's and Me Title: Jaguars Remembered by McClellan's and Me
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on April 24, 2007

This week's arrival of McClellan's Automotive Chronicles newsletter gives me an opportunity to feature Jaguar, one of my all-time favorite makes, and Robert McClellan's, too, apparently....

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New Low-roof Sedans as Coupes? Blame it on Rover Title: New Low-roof Sedans as Coupes? Blame it on Rover
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on April 20, 2007

Following in the tracks of "Mercedes' CLS 550" it seems that more luxury automakers are determined to squeeze four people into a sedan with limited headroom, narrow windows, and door...

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Remember When London Cabs Were Always Black? Title: Remember When London Cabs Were Always Black?
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on April 14, 2007

Anyone who's been to Britain (and even many who haven't, poor souls) will recognise a London taxi at a glance. Aside from the distinctive shape they're most often black. Except when...

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Aston Martin Sold. And Again and Again... Title: Aston Martin Sold. And Again and Again...
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on March 13, 2007

Much is being written about Ford's sale of "Aston Martin" to F1 backer David Richards, Aston Martin collector John Sinders, and Investment Dar and Adeem Investment Co... two companies...

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How Italy Created the Hatchback While the Brits Missed the Ball Title: How Italy Created the Hatchback While the Brits Missed the Ball
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on March 11, 2007

In 1960 the Austin A40 was a very advanced small car, at least in appearance. The "British Motor Corporation" had taken its sturdy little A35 sedan to Italy for a makeover by Farina, who...

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A Car Fit For a (Speeding) Princess Title: A Car Fit For a (Speeding) Princess
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on March 05, 2007

The Reliant Scimitar was never blessed with the British Royal Seal of Approval, i.e.; "by Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen." But it certainly enjoyed royal endorsement via the...

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Lotus Cortina Special Edition, Not Your Everyday Ford Title: Lotus Cortina Special Edition, Not Your Everyday Ford
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on February 06, 2007

The Lotus Cortina was among the hottest, most desirable sedans of the 1960's. Based on Ford's most popular family car it had the benefit of a considerable reworking by Lotus, including a 1558...

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Win a Day in an MGB GT Title: Win a Day in an MGB GT
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on January 09, 2007

This absolutely gorgeous MGB GT can be yours for a day, free, simply by entering a contest offered by The Open Road, an English classic car rental company. This is the Open Road's 10th year in...

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Are Shooting Brakes Ready For the Big Time? Title: Are Shooting Brakes Ready For the Big Time?
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Filed in archive British Cars , Oddball Autos , Station Wagons by Philip Powell on December 08, 2006

Speculation in the auto industry, especially in Europe, is of a vehicle type called the shooting brake, which some pundits suggest is the next little big thing. Here in North America you'd be hard put...

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When the Mail Must Get Through Will Rubber Fenders and Lack of Heaters Help? Title: When the Mail Must Get Through Will Rubber Fenders and Lack of Heaters Help?
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Filed in archive British Cars , Oddball Autos by Philip Powell on November 30, 2006

Britain's Royal Mail drivers must have been a hardy lot in 1953/54. During that period their Morris Minor vans were delivered without heaters because the mail bosses believed the workers would...

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Eyes Across the Atlantic Title: Eyes Across the Atlantic
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on November 17, 2006

When I first laid eyes on an Austin A90 Atlantic I was stunned by its flamboyant Anglo-American styling. The extravagant curves, the three headlights, the enclosed rear wheels; they exceeded my (then)...

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New Life For the London Taxi Title: New Life For the London Taxi
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on October 18, 2006

Anyone who's lived in London, or even visited the city, retains an affection for the famous "London Taxi." It is the most recognised, and by far the best, taxi in the world. Once out of service, car...

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Modified Minor Goes Too Far Title: Modified Minor Goes Too Far
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Filed in archive British Cars by Philip Powell on July 13, 2006

Slowly, very slowly, I'm coming around to the idea that modifying collector cars can be acceptable if done in good taste. But this is going too far. It's a Morris Minor convertible with, among other...

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