
How the Ford Capri made its Mark
When Ford launched the Capri in 1969 it was intended to be the European equivalent of the Mustang and it certainly made its mark on this side of the Atlantic.
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When Ford launched the Capri in 1969 it was intended to be the European equivalent of the Mustang and it certainly made its mark on this side of the Atlantic.

With the iconic Triumph Herald celebrating its 60th Birthday this year, we are delighted to share the individual journey of Herald owner and Club Secretary Kenny Wilson with you. Affectionately

The Italian Job – where are they now? Quite incredibly, it is 50 years since The Italian Job made its premiere on the silver screen. This 1969 British crime caper,

In the year that the Mini turns 60, the BVAC Classic celebrate with the Year of the Mini The Borders Vintage Automobile Club will be celebrating the 60th birthday of

Legendary car designer Sir Alec Issigonis will forever be remembered for his two most famous designs, the Morris Minor and the Mini. However, there was far more to his success

A year for big birthdays As you’ll probably know, 2019 is the year that the Mini celebrates its 60th birthday and to mark this special motoring milestone, the central theme

by David Pratt, BVAC Chairman David Pratt’s connection with most original and best preserved Derby Bentley in the world. Now here’s a funny little story that I

by Ian Lindley Of course, everyone is very familiar with the iconic Mini, indeed most of us have probably owned one at some point in our life, but there have

Fred Magill, former BVAC Chairman How long have you been involved with the BVAC and what is your role within the organisation? I have been involved with the BVAC for

Making its Mark The revolutionary design of the Mini was created by Sir Alec Issigonis, a visionary in industrial transportation. It was intended as an affordable vehicle in response to the Suez
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