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Monday, October 31, 2011

Classic Car Galleries - Timeless Beauty and Endeavour


There is a timeless appeal about a classic old car. These cars have outlasted fads and trends and are conversation starters wherever they go. Models that are no longer in active production, that boast of a well maintained body, a smooth running engine and all the car peripherals in perfect condition are few and far between. Classic car galleries both online and in print are one way to find out which old time cars are available in the market and for how much. It is difficult setting a price for the car. Market availability and condition are primary deciders of the value. The more rare and well maintained, the higher the price. Of course one must remember that classic cars do not appeal to everyone. Only those who have an honest appreciation of the intricacies of a classic car will value the automobile.

Information regarding the year, make, specifications and car interiors are described in detail. In fact browsing through a classic car gallery is often like stepping into a time machine and hurtling back into years gone by. We can almost visualize the evolution of automotive technology, how each model was an improvement upon the last, how human endeavor strove to better their previous achievements each time setting new standards of speed and comfort and fuel efficiency. The trajectory of automobile history can be traced through these cars. The preponderance of the German vehicles, the large, comfortable American models, the sleek Italian cars, the pragmatic French Cars....each distinct, each reflective of the times in which they were engineered as they showcase the attitudes and sensibilities of that time.

Classic car galleries offer a sweeping overview of mankind's tryst with automobiles, his constant struggle to improve upon his previous creation. It is almost like walking through a museum or art gallery only instead of canvases and artifacts the showpieces are all cars. Owners, car enthusiasts, curious onlookers....no one can be unaffected by the sight of these gently curving sleek gleaming beauties. The old time car galleries thus bear witness to the struggle of the human mind to strive for excellence, to the passion of the creators and the collectors, to the interest and zest of the vintage car enthusiast. That they exist is a pointer to all of this.

Sunday, October 30, 2011

E-Adige Otomobil Galerisi


Super Otomobiller Super Motorlar Super Kamyonlar Klasik Otomobiller Modifiye Otomobiller İlginç Arabalar Kampanyalar Otomobil Haberleri Foto Galeri






Saturday, October 29, 2011

All english cars, but look



All english cars, but look
english cars

Breitling Bentley SS Beige Dial Watch. Double click on above image to view



Breitling Bentley SS Beige Dial Watch. Double click on above image to view
bentley ss

and English cars drive on



and English cars drive on
english cars

Friday, October 28, 2011

Classic Car Show

In this issue:

  • Report on the Day
  • Next Year's Date

Report on the Day

Somehow, in a summer of unsettled weather, we again had perfect weather for our classic car show.

It wasn't only the weather that was perfect. With a couple of donations still to come in, the day has raised over £20,000. We're tantalisingly close to last year's figure and hoping that these donations push us to a new record.

This year we are supporting four charities, Jigsaw School, Shooting Star CHASE, The Prostate Project and Rowleys 50+ Centre.

Jaguars at the Classic Car Show

If you had anything to do with the Classic Car Show, whether you brought you car along to be seen, had a autojumble of trade stand, bought raffle tickets or dropped some coins in the bucket on the way out, the Cranleigh Lions would like to thank you, and on behalf of the organisations and individuals we are able to assist. We couldn't help them without your support.

We're very grateful to our sponsors, Dorking Service Centre, Hometrax Property Rentals, Jordans Car Storage, P&P Glass, PMA Motor Factors, Stennetts Plant & Transport Specialists and Restoration Manager, who provide financial support to the Lions before the show. We would also like to thank the many companies that donated some excellent and unique prizes for the raffle.

The 21st got off to a busy start, with 1,700 vehicles registered and a promising weather forecast, we knew we were in for a hectic few hours when the gates opened at 9am. 50 clubs had registered, far more than in previous years, which caused a bit of head scratching when planning the showground layout and a bit of a panic on Saturday afternoon when some last minute rearranging was required. Still, we got everyone in, and more or less in the right place.

Brooklands Trust came in strength this year and brought with them some extraordinary vehicles, including a 7 ton Routemaster bus, a 1914 Stanley Steamer, a project vehicle built in conjunction with the Surrey Youth Development Service and various NGs used by the Brooklands Rides Team.

Brooklands had 2 trips around the arena and on the Stanley Steamer was actress Trudie Goodwin, a classic car enthusiast and a regular visitor to Brooklands.

Trudie Goodwin on Brooklands' 1914 Stanley Steamer, with Classic Car Show Chairman Michael Meek (left) and Cranleigh Lions President Brian Walpole (right)

We have some pictures from the day on our Flickr and Facebook pages and if you have any photographs or video from the day and are happy for use to use them in future publicity, please email them to photos@cranleighlions.org.

The Cranleigh Lions couldn't put a show of this size on without some help before and on the day. Every year we have invaluable help from families and friends of Cranleigh Lions members and from some of the charities we support on the day. A big thank you to you all.

Next Year's Date

Planning for next year's show starts in a few weeks and the provisional date is Sunday 19th August 2012 at the Cranleigh Showground. We'll send out a short newsletter when this date has been confirmed and online registration will be open for individuals and clubs in March 2012. Registration closed in early August this year, so it's important to register early to avoid disappointment. Again, we'll let you know when registration is open.

The Cranleigh Lions Classic Car Show Team

More details about the Cranleigh Lions Club and what we do can be found on our website: www.cranleighlions.org

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