Sir Stirling Moss Service at Westminster
Story and photos by Jonathan Sharp
A service of Thanksgiving in Westminster Abbey is a very rare and special occasion, and not something you would expect to be conducted for a racing driver. Such is the respect held for Sir Stirling Moss, who was recently honored with a service at the Abbey, delayed after his death in 2020 by the pandemic. I found out about this unique happening from a friend, who in an email wrote, ‘Quick, there is going to be a service of Thanksgiving to Sir Stirling Moss at 11am on the 8th May, and it is going to be in Westminster Abbey! Go onto the web site now and see if you can book tickets.” [Read more…] about Sir Stirling Moss Service at Westminster
The Birth of Thoroughbred & Classic Cars
By Pete Vack
When I first discovered Thoroughbred & Classic Cars magazine in the mid-1970s, I was beyond thrilled. But until now, I knew very little about how it came about, so I asked an early contributing artist, Rodney Diggens, to give us his insights. He did so, then got in touch with TCC’s founder Lionel Burrell, who in turn emailed first editor Michael Bowler and features editor Jonathan Wood, and suddenly we had a great story! We hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed those early, breakthrough issues of this incredible magazine that changed our hobby. [Read more…] about The Birth of Thoroughbred & Classic Cars
The Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2024
Story and photos by Brandes Elitch
The tagline from The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is “the world’s preeminent motorcycling celebration.” This is not an exaggeration. This is due to the hard work, dedication, vision, and contacts from two individuals that are responsible for this show. [Read more…] about The Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2024
And How! Speaking of Birthdays…
Making it all worthwhile…
I’m sure you remember the massive nine part article written by Willem Oosthoek about the adventures of Lone Star Mechanic Frank Lance. It was another, and perhaps the best yet, of his histories of American sports car racing heroes.
[Read more…] about And How! Speaking of Birthdays…Imola WEC Hypercar Class
Story and photos by Hugues Vanhoolandt
After experiencing a reawakening in 2023 with the arrival of new manufacturers and the resounding victory of Ferrari on the occasion of the centenary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the World Endurance Championship continues its momentum in 2024 with the arrival of Alpine, BMW and Lamborghini in the premier category, the Hypercar class.
Prive Concours de Vente
Story and photos by Jonathan Sharp
Held on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, famous as the home of the annual Chelsea Flower Show, Salon Prive London is now in its third year and is the only concours in the world where all the entrants are for sale. Known as a Concours de Vente, over 50 cars of various ages were on display, and should you be lucky enough to be in the market, for you to buy.
Imola WEC LMGT3 Class
Story and photos by Hugues Vanhoolandt
Throughout history, endurance races have consisted of a mix between prototypes and grand touring cars, based on commercially available vehicles. This is still the case today with the prototypes competing in the Hypercar class and the GTs in the LMGT3 category.
And How! Happy Birthday, Karl
Alfa’s Exclusive Swiss Facility Part 3
By James Lanoway
Regarding the many exotic Alfas that Peter Zahnd saw and worked on at the Agno facility:
“The rare cars like the TZ, TI Super, GTA 1.6 and 1.3, went to wealthy customers or the sports drivers. Prominent Swiss drivers well-known on the TZ 1 included Clay Regazzoni,
Auction at the Mullin
Story and photos by Joseph Duray
Peter Mullin was a world-class collector of French cars from mainly the pre-war era. His collection was magnificently housed in warehouse that was recreated to represent a car show from the late nineteen thirties, with all the appropriate art deco architectural details. This museum was open to the public. Located in Oxnard, California it was a one and a half hour drive north of Los Angeles, but it was worth traveling to it. Once you entered the museum, it felt as if you were sent back in time to view the car displays of Bugattis, Delahayes, Delages, Voisins and Citroens, each with large advertising banners.
More Members Meeting 2024
Story and photos by Jonathan Sharp
Earlier this year when the post card from Goodwood landed on the mat inviting me to attend the 81st Members Meeting, on the front was written “Can-Am.” I knew right then I was going to be attending. I have always had a soft spot for monster McLarens, Marchs and Lolas with bodywork big enough to land a helicopter, but this year it was the seven Shadow Can Am cars of the James Bartel collection that really grabbed my attention; mini sized front wheels, twin rear wheels, spoiler mounted radiators, and aerodynamic devices like the wing fences of an old MIG 15 fighter jet! Fantastic stuff, and all the Shadows took to the circuit instead of just static displays. In fact the daily Can Am demo included 19 various examples of V8 Thunder, plus two 12 cylinder Porsches for good measure. Truly made my day.