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Why the world needs a new Ford Puma
April 13, 2012 1:22 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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In 2012, the motoring world has gone coupe crazy; the Toyobaru twins have been unanimously well received, Honda's new NSX project appears to be going from strength to strength and there's even talk of... [more]
When childhood dream cars come within reach...
February 20, 2012 12:06 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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Every kid wants a Ferrari or a Lamborghini when they grow up; it's only natual to be drawn to the drama, the noise, the speed and the excitement a thoroughbred exotic offers. I'm sure each of us has a... [more]
Pointless equipment
December 13, 2011 12:16 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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Rejoice! The new Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT-86 show that fun cars can indeed be made in 2011/12 with naturally aspirated engines and, crucially, a kerb weight under or around 1200kg. Not... [more]
How long do we have left with the manual gearbox?
November 9, 2011 4:39 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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Today I read a car-related news story that took up only around fifty words but which I feel has great relevance to the manual v DSG v auto debate that continues to entertain enthusiasts.
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My First Car- A catalogue of errors...
September 19, 2011 12:11 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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I had narrowed my list down to three; Fiesta, 306 or 25. The Fiesta I wanted was sold, I couldn't find any suitable Pugs and a red 200 was gone and so it was back to Auto Trader. What's this?... [more]
Car Confessions
July 12, 2011 4:11 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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We've all got them. Secret opinions we like to keep from others as they don't conform to the mindset of the suppoed petrolhead majority. None of us likes to look like we don't know what we're talking... [more]
BMW, the F10 M5, the E82 1 Series M and M Division
June 23, 2011 5:12 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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Just a quick few thoughts before Dickie Meaden hopefully gives us great coverage of the Nurburgring 24 Hours over the weekend. The race will definitely be worth following, if only just to see what... [more]
Buying a classic: I need some advice!
June 9, 2011 5:12 PM | Posted By: Matthew Bird
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Ok, this is a hugely pre-emptive blog, but who isn't often dreaming about their next car purchase? My plan is very simple, as the best ones always are, but it probably... [more]
