In the mid nineties the FIA GT Championship was a mix of the world’s largest car manufacturers producing the sort of machines that were beyond the wildest dreams of supercar enthusiasts. The homologation specials were being produced from everyday names such as Porsche, BMW, Nissan, Toyota and even Bentley. Many of the cars were a … Continue reading From Calm Coupe to Crazy CLK GTR
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Menacing Mono’s Motoring Masterclass
The appeal of a supercar has many forms. For some it is the way it looks, the outlandish exotic styling, over the top aerodynamic aids and the sleek lines forming a thing of beauty and desire. For others it is all about the thrill of the driving, the insane power delivery, raucous noise levels and … Continue reading Menacing Mono’s Motoring Masterclass
BMW’s Bold Bavarian Batmobile
Back in the day motorsport rules were placed in such a way that many of the cars taking part were only legitimate if the general public could buy something that was pretty close to the car tearing around the track. This led to manufacturers wishing to take part unleashing their designers on their standard cars, … Continue reading BMW’s Bold Bavarian Batmobile
Porsche rolls back the years with a vision of the future
A firm strength of Porsche’s fine motorsport history is its brilliance of engineering and design. With a portfolio of revolutionary and successful design classics at their disposal, the pressure on their talented designers and engineers to continue the legacy must be immense. From limited run supercars portraying cutting edge technology to the always reliable and … Continue reading Porsche rolls back the years with a vision of the future
Porsche unleashes the Cayman GT4
Over the years the Porsche range has grown and model variants expanded that they really offer something for everyone these days. From their exotic 918 supercar, to the practical Cayenne four wheel drive and the always appealing Boxster, the variety on offer is far removed from the legendary 911. Something that they have been criticised … Continue reading Porsche unleashes the Cayman GT4
Bentley Bounce Back with a Bang
Bentley’s long and illustrious history in the world of luxury and motorsport makes them one of the most prestigious marques in the world. In the early days of racing the car to be seen in was a Bentley and their drivers were envied the world over as the heroes of their day. Road cars were … Continue reading Bentley Bounce Back with a Bang