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Matters of moment, February 1952
The Monte Carlo Rally It is a matter for debate which contest, the Monte Carlo Rally, the Alpine Rally, races like Le Mans,…
The Monte Carlo Rally It is a matter for debate which contest, the Monte Carlo Rally, the Alpine Rally, races like Le Mans,…
In the car world the topic of the day has been The Monte Carlo Rally. in which teams of drivers battle against…
We refer rather frequently to this famous road in Motor Sport, perhaps because we drive over part of it several times…
As from January, 1952, the Wipac oil cleaner will be standard equipment on the Healey car fitting the 3-litre Alvis engine. The…
The Austin Motor Co, Ltd, has had to increase the price of the new Austin Seven. It now costs £530…
Chappell Cup Trial (Jan. 13th) In dry, overcast wintry conditions, the Bristol MC and LCC overcame its previous month's "Fedden Fiasco" by putting on a…
Preparations As the new season of racing comes nearer plans and preparations conceived during the winter come closer to fruition. Naturally,…
The VSCC season opened with the third rally to Measham, for driving tests at the well-known Measham Motor Sales ground. This is an…
Sir, I was interested to read your vintage veerings towards American cars (September) as I am running a Dodge circa 1925—…
Sir, In emulation of several descriptions of longish runs with old cars, may I be enabled to participate ? My…
As the result of a transatlantic 'phone call from the USA recently, the Nuffield Organisation is to earmark for the American market almost…
A book entitled "Motor Vehicle Refinishing Practice," by EE Pateman, has been made available to the motor trade and other interested…
Sir, My 1926 "12/25" Humber, after nearly 20 years in a cart shed near Retford is still very fit, having covered barely…
Sir, In the current issue of Motor Sport under the heading of "Club News," I read with great interest the item that Mr NC Webb…
Sir, I enclose a snapshot of my Z10 Talbot, which is in just about 100 per cent condition and a joy…
CC Wakefield gave a preview of the Castrol films in London on January 3rd and many were the notabilities who sat in…
The latest addition to the Castrol range of lubrication charts is one for the Wolseley "4/50" and "6/80" models. The Castrol…
South Africa is a young (though rapidly expanding) country of vast distances and sparse population, hence, not unnaturally, the American car reigns supreme…
In order to fulfil his many engagements in Continental races in 1952, Stirling Moss has ordered a Jaguar XK120 coupe,…
In the past specialist articles on outstanding sports-cars have been a much appreciated feature of Motor Sport. In this series the "12/50"…
British Automobile Racing Club Thruxton, October 31 Another month, another throwback. Remember those televised, end-of-season Thruxton meetings 40-odd years ago, an interlude to National Hunt racing on BBC Grandstand? They…
This year’s Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona was all about the usual suspects, led by defending United SportsCar champions and last year’s race winners Action Express with João Barbosa/Christian Fittipaldi/Sébastien…
It is now August, and these days that means that the Formula 1 circus is packing up and going on holiday: the summer shutdown. But for old boys such as…
Christian Horner says this year's Red Bull is the most successful car in F1 history, but tells Chris Medland in a Motor Sport exclusive that he can't dwell on the past. There's a title to retain in 2024; an engine to build for 2026; but firstly, a pile of appraisals on his desk