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Motorsport News

24/01/17

2017 Hankook 24 hours of Dubai

2017 marks the 12th edition of the Dubai 24 hours and 93 cars lined up to take the flag at 2pm for the twice around the clock endurance classic. This is the meeting that launches the Creventics 24h series season… ‘Nothing good ever comes from warm up’ – a quote from endurance stalwart Hugh Chamberlain that’s […]

23/01/17

MotoX at Polesworth

A crisp winter morning welcomed a mass turnout of both solo and sidecar riders to a perfectly prepared Stippers Hill circuit… A bumper field of 19 outfits and a blend of National and Grand Prix competitors in the sidecars added an extra flavour to already tantalizing picture with over 200 riders turning out for Round […]

16/01/17

2017 Hankook Dubai 24 Hours: Preview Practice and Qualifying

The twice around the clock desert classic, boasting a huge 93 car entry list for 2017 was set to be a hit. Stars of the racing world to be part of the annual season opener of the motorsport season….the Dubai 24hrs. I am heading out to Dubai for the very first time, I’m really not sure […]

16/01/17

Autosport Show Gallery 2017

Saturday was the first public day at the annual Autosport Show, the show which essentially launches the 2017 UK motorsport year and Paddock42 made its pilgrimage to the NEC event… The Birmingham based show is the ideal place for us to speak with multiple championship organisers and it enables us to get a general feel […]

12/01/17

Autosport 2017 opens its doors this weekend

Day one of the 2017 Autosport Show proved a success that included launches and interviews with the likes of Martin Brundle, Darren Turner (WEC Aston Martin) and rally legend Malcom Wilson… Highlight of the show is the 40th Anniversary Williams F1 feature which is wowing the crowds with the likes of the teams race winning […]

12/01/17

Filling the Grandstands Club Motorsport & It’s Sponsorship Potential

Sponsorship is proving ever harder to find, many competitors and almost every team is out there are looking for new ways to attract it… It’s this line of thinking which has led me to a problem, which has been rife throughout motorsport the entire time I’ve been involved. Simply put, it’s a severe lack of […]

04/01/17

Race Fuel…bang for your buck?

Race fuel – does it really make a difference? Ever on the quest to cut my racing costs without sacrificing performance I recently took the decision to swap my historic racer from race fuel to pump fuel… This is for one simple reason, cost. The race fuel comes in at almost three times the price […]

30/12/16

Swift Signs Christmas Stages Rally at Croft

Swift Signs Christmas Stages Rally took place on Tuesday 27th December 2016 at the Croft Circuit, the annual event organised by the Northallerton Automobile Club… The Christmas Stages is a very popular winter club-level rally with both spectators and competitors alike with the meeting slotting in nicely between Christmas and the New Year. The event comprises of 45 […]

30/12/16

Plum Pudding Meeting Mallory Park 2016

Whilst many are nursing the indulgences of the ‘big day’ on the 26th very year Mallory Park host their annual plum pudding race meeting which is always a fine way to finish off the year. 2016 saw the circuit celebrate the 42nd gathering… A broad mix of machinery gathered in the paddock and this meeting is […]

19/12/16

Fitness for Motorsport; train if you wanna go faster…

Before I start I should point out that everything in this article is ideas and techniques which I have found work for me. I am no doctor, nor do I have any relevant qualifications. I am just a guy who races for fun and has made certain observations over the years. So please, don’t sue […]

06/12/16

2017 Events at Santa Pod

Santa Pod, the UK’s famous drag raceway, is making plans for 2017 and has launched its events for the nitro fast approaching New Year… 18th February – STUNT FEST – www.StuntFest.co.uk 4th March – DIAL IN DAY – www.RWYB.com 26th March – STRAIGHTLINERS – www.Straightliners.co.uk 2nd April – FASTSHOW – www.TheFastShow.com 9th April – GTI SPRING FESTIVAL – www.VWAction.co.uk 14th-16 April – FESTIVAL OF POWER […]

30/11/16

MGCC BCV8 2016 Season Review…

Pam McCarthy MGCC BCV8 CoOrdinator fills us in on the 2016 season… Firstly, may I thank our sponsors Watt Electrical Services Limited for their enthusiasm in 2016 and Congratulate its MD Andy Young for being the Sponsor and subsequently Win the overall BCV8 Championship in 2016. We have had a great 2016 Season with a […]

30/11/16

Sideways Saturday at Lydden Hill

Lydden Hill gave drifters the chance to smoke around the famous Kent circuit last weekend and with a few pro drivers on hand handing out tips all you needed was something with some wellie and a tyre budget… Fancy a go? Keep an eye on the Lydden website and get yourself signed up at the […]

29/11/16

Britcar Gears up for 2017…Provisional Calendar

Britcar are making plans for 2017 and it looks like there will potentially be two night races on the calendar this year…   9th April – Silverstone International 6th May – Snetterton 24th June – Silverstone GP 29th July – Brands Hatch Indy 2nd September – Donington National 21st October – Oulton Park 4th/5th November/ […]

29/11/16

Formula Ford 50th celebrations with the HSCC

2017 marks the 5oth birthday of the legendary Formula Ford, the single seater racer that has helped launch many a professional drivers career including the likes of James Hunt and Jenson Button and in celebration of this HSCC (Historic Sports Car Club) will run a series of events next year… The club will put a […]

28/11/16

HSCC Historic Formula 2 2017 Calendar

HSCC (Historic Sports Car Club) has announced its plans for its 2017 Historic Formula 2 FIA International Series, the club is organising a six event series which will give teams and drivers the chance to drive on some of Europe’s most famous circuits… Cars built to period regulations for Formula 2, Formula Atlantic and Formula […]

26/11/16

Formula Ford Champions sought by the HSCC

UK based historic racing club The Historic Sports Car Club (HSCC) has announced that it is seeking former Formula Ford champions to attend it’s planned Brands GP meeting in July (1st/2nd) 2017 – the event will be a celebration of the racing categories 50th anniversary… Already in the calendar for 2017, the club is marking the […]

25/11/16

BARC NW SPORTS SALOON CAR CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON REVIEW 2016

It was any one from three for the title into the final round of these years BARC NW CNC Heads Sports Saloon Championship at Oulton Park. But another double win for Paul Rose’s Saker finally secured it over Paul Dobson, while outgoing Champion Joe Spencer spun into retirement. For most of the year it became […]

22/11/16

North Humberside Stages Rally Cadwell Park

The North Humberside Stages Rally took place at Cadwell Park last weekend and whilst at the sun was only seen for 10 minutes and the rain lashed down on Louth this tarmac rally failed to disappoint…. Results will soon be published here.   All images by Brian Clarke. Many thanks to Cadwell Park.  

21/11/16

HSCC 2017 race calendar

The Historic Sports Car Club’ (HSCC) have announced provisional plans of their 2017 race programme which will include big meetings at both Silverstone and Brands Hatch Grand Prix Circuits… HSCC’s 8 event championship season commences in April with a meeting at Donington Park and finishes with a double header meeting at Silverstone in October. The club […]

21/11/16

MX…Wilden Lane Round 5 Report

Gruelling winter conditions welcomed a torrent of riders to Wilden Lane last weekend (19th & 20th November) for round 5 of the winter championships. After 24 hours of heavy rain tracks all over the UK, let alone within just minutes of the circuit were cancelling their meetings but Wilden wouldn’t be defeated opening its gates […]

21/11/16

2017 Fun Cup Provisional Dates

As the 2017 dates start to get penciled in to the calendar, Fun Cup have announced their provisional dates for the 2017 season… 8th April, Silverstone International 6th May, Oulton Park International 3rd June, Brands Hatch Indy 8/9th July, Spa 25 (Non Championship) 12th August, Snetterton 300 23rd September, Anglesey Coastal 23rd September, Anglesey Coastal […]

21/11/16

Porsche Club Motorsport Awards 2016

The last meeting of the Porsche Club Motorsport season took place last Saturday night (19th November) but no flags were waved or lights changed…the club celebrated its end of season awards dinner where the 2016 champions were honoured… The clubs awards were presented by its chairman Brendan Daly and he was joined by championship sponsor BRM Chronographes […]

18/11/16

Masters Historic Racing 2016 champions

Masters Historic Racing is celebrating another fine season as champions are crowned in the FIA Masters Historic Formula One, FIA Masters Historic Sports Cars, Stena Line Gentlemen Drivers Pre-66 GT and Pre-66 Touring Cars… Nick Padmore secured the FIA Masters Historic Formula One Championship driving Max Smith-Hilliard’s Williams FW07C, it was a season that achieved 12 race wins […]

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Classifieds Archive

  • Historic Race Car, 1963 Turner Sports Mk2, VUD 701, Ex John E Miles Autosport Championship Winner.

    £410000

  • Signature Series Racetruck – Ex-Demo Vehicle for Sale

    £54000

  • Racetruck – Enclosed Race Car Transporter

    POA

  • 1967 FORD CORTINA MK 11 RALLY CAR Registration number: RLX 624E

    SOLD

  • 2014/64 Volkswagen Transporter T30S Kombi Highline 180 BITDI DSG (SWB)

    SOLD

  • Alan Mann Open Sports Ford Can-Am package

    $1000000

  • 871 SUPERCHARGER .THE BLOWER SHOP 2222 HIGH-HELIX, FULL BILLET

    $3000

  • 1928 Indian Scout

    POA

  • March F1 761/08 Exceptional!

    $399500

  • 1959 Restored Stanguellini #Cs00159

    $115000

  • 1965 Dodge Coronet 440 hardtop

    $25000

  • Ducati 1974 750 Sports

    $17000

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