SIXTY YEARS A STAR
The 300 SL is the epitome of automobile elegance
When it comes to automotive design, 'timeless' is a term too frequently used, but for the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL it is the truth. It must rank as one of the most widely recognised and desirable motor cars in the world. Celebrating its 60th birthday this year, the ...
THE BEATLES TICKET TO RIDE
McCartney's Aston Martin is in pole position at Bond Street
The Bond Street sale will see not one, but two, motor cars previously owned by members of the Beatles go under the hammer. Resplendent in the 'Bond' colour scheme of Silver Birch with red interior, this 1964 Aston Martin DB5 was purchased by Sir ...
A FINE VINTAGE
When it comes to racing cars, the 1914 Peugeot L45 is the daddy. Poppy McKenzie Smith explores the Bothwell Collection
In early November, Bonhams will offer the astonishing collection of the late Lindley Bothwell, pioneering collector of veteran and vintage motor cars. At one time, Bothwell had the largest private collection of motor cars, trams and horse-drawn ...
GREASED LIGHTENING
It was the motorcycle that took the land-speed record in 1953 in memorable style. Simon de Burton looks at its track record
It is probably the most famous image in the history of motorcycle milestones. A black-and-white photograph from September 1948 shows Rollie Free scorching along Bonneville Salt Flats - head down, pelvis pressed to the rear mudguard of ...
PUSHING THE ENEVELOPE
It was a perilous time for drivers, but it was a time of glory too. Richard Holt gets misty-eyed about 1950s motor racing – and a very special Porsche
Whenever a time is described as a "golden age", it is best to raise an eyebrow. With matters of taste like fashion and music, whether one era is better ...