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London Classic Car Show 2017

DEREK BELL JOINS JACKY ICKX AS PART OF LE MANS SUPERSTAR LINE UP Legendary Le Mans pairing Jacky Ickx and Derek Bell will be teaming up again for a special appearance at the London Classic Car Show (23-26 February, ExCeL London). Ickx, regarded as the world’s greatest all-round racing driver with Grand Prix and Paris-Dakar wins to go with his six Le Mans victories and two World Endurance titles, will be guest of honour at the exhibition. A special display will showcase several of the iconic cars he raced and rallied while Ickx will appear live on stage to discuss his remarkable career with broadcaster and journalist Henry Hope-Frost. They will be joined by five time Le Mans winner Britain’s Derek Bell, MBE. Ickx and Bell shared the top step of the 24 Hours podium three times – in 1975 (Mirage) and 1981 and 1982 (Porsche). As former Ferrari Grand Prix and sports car drivers, Ickx and Bell will also be talking about those chapters of their respective driving careers. Twenty of the greatest road cars to wear the Prancing Horse badge – and together worth more than £120 million – will form one of the major displays at the show to celebrate the legendary Italian company. Ickx and Bell, too, will be VIP guests at the show’s star-studded Gala Evening (Thursday, 23 February) where they will be joined by two other Le Mans superstars – Emanuele Pirro, who claimed five victories for Audi, and Jürgen Barth, who won in 1977 sharing a Porsche with Ickx. Together the quartet can claim 17 victories at Le Sarthe. Bell said: “Sharing a car with Jacky at Le Mans was one of the high points of my career. I am looking forward to sharing a stage with him at the London Classic Car Show and remembering some of the great times we had together.” Ickx’s timetable starts at 12 noon on Thursday (23 February) when the Belgian officially opens the inaugural Historic Motorsport International, the London Classic Car Show’s new sister exhibition, which is staged in an adjacent hall within the ExCeL London complex. He will then transfer to the London Classic Car Show when that opens at 3pm and, as well as joining in the celebrations at Thursday’s gala evening, he will appear live on stage on both Thursday and Friday to talk about his career which includes success in F1, World Sportscars and Dakar. “This is a huge privilege for me to be a guest of honour at these two shows in the heart of London. Whether it was winning Le Mans three times with Derek or competing at Silverstone and DEREK BELL JOINS JACKY ICKX AS PART OF LE MANS SUPERSTAR LINE UP Legendary Le Mans pairing Jacky Ickx and Derek Bell will be teaming up again for a special appearance at the London Classic Car Show (23-26 February, ExCeL London). Ickx, regarded as the world’s greatest all-round racing driver with Grand Prix and Paris-Dakar wins to go with his six Le Mans victories and two World Endurance titles, will be guest of honour at the exhibition. A special display will showcase several of the iconic cars he raced and rallied while Ickx will appear live on stage to discuss his remarkable career with broadcaster and journalist Henry Hope-Frost. They will be joined by five time Le Mans winner Britain’s Derek Bell, MBE. Ickx and Bell shared the top step of the 24 Hours podium three times – in 1975 (Mirage) and 1981 and 1982 (Porsche). As former Ferrari Grand Prix and sports car drivers, Ickx and Bell will also be talking about those chapters of their respective driving careers. Twenty of the greatest road cars to wear the Prancing Horse badge – and together worth more than £120 million – will form one of the major displays at the show to celebrate the legendary Italian company. Ickx and Bell, too, will be VIP guests at the show’s star-studded Gala Evening (Thursday, 23 February) where they will be joined by two other Le Mans superstars – Emanuele Pirro, who claimed five victories for Audi, and Jürgen Barth, who won in 1977 sharing a Porsche with Ickx. Together the quartet can claim 17 victories at Le Sarthe. Bell said: “Sharing a car with Jacky at Le Mans was one of the high points of my career. I am looking forward to sharing a stage with him at the London Classic Car Show and remembering some of the great times we had together.” Ickx’s timetable starts at 12 noon on Thursday (23 February) when the Belgian officially opens the inaugural Historic Motorsport International, the London Classic Car Show’s new sister exhibition, which is staged in an adjacent hall within the ExCeL London complex. He will then transfer to the London Classic Car Show when that opens at 3pm and, as well as joining in the celebrations at Thursday’s gala evening, he will appear live on stage on both Thursday and Friday to talk about his career which includes success in F1, World Sportscars and Dakar. “This is a huge privilege for me to be a guest of honour at these two shows in the heart of London. Whether it was winning Le Mans three times with Derek or competing at Silverstone and Brands Hatch, I have always had a wonderful relationship with the British racing community and that’s why I am so thrilled to have these very special dates in my diary,” said Ickx. Now in its third year, the London Classic Car Show is bigger than ever and will have more than 700 stunning classic cars on display, some for sale from leading dealers in the classic world. And this year it incorporates a second show, Historic Motorsport International (HMI), which is devoted to historic racing and rallying and will include 50th anniversary celebrations for the Ford DFV Grand Prix engine and the birth of Formula Ford. Entry to the London Classic Car Show incorporates free entry to HMI. Historic Motorsport International will open its doors at 12 noon on Thursday, 23 February while the London Classic Car Show will burst into life at 3pm that afternoon. Hatch, I have always had a wonderful relationship with the British racing community and that’s why I am so thrilled to have these very special dates in my diary,” said Ickx. Now in its third year, the London Classic Car Show is bigger than ever and will have more than 700 stunning classic cars on display, some for sale from leading dealers in the classic world. And this year it incorporates a second show, Historic Motorsport International (HMI), which is devoted to historic racing and rallying and will include 50th anniversary celebrations for the Ford DFV Grand Prix engine and the birth of Formula Ford. Entry to the London Classic Car Show incorporates free entry to HMI. Historic Motorsport International will open its doors at 12 noon on Thursday, 23 February while the London Classic Car Show will burst into life at 3pm that afternoon.

THE LONDON CLASSIC CAR SHOW

About The Show

The London Classic Car Show is the must attend event for any discerning classic car owner, collector, expert or enthusiast.

Bringing together an international celebration of the very best dealers, manufacturers, car clubs and products it’s the perfect day out for all.

Set in London’s premier events venue, one of the show’s unique and most crowd pleasing features is an indoor driving runway where classic cars are fired up and driven. This is the only place to see, hear and smell these beautiful iconic classics in action, all under one roof.

50% bigger for 2016! The London Classic Car Show
18-21st February, ExCeL, London

THE LONDON YACHT, JET & PRESTIGE CAR SHOW 2015

LUXURY MARQUES ON SHOW AT
THE LONDON YACHT, JET & PRESTIGE CAR SHOW 2015
8-10 April 2015 – Old Billingsgate & St Katharine Docks, London

The London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show will open its doors in just a two days time to a significant collection of world-class luxury companies who are exhibiting at this first ever three-day event at Old Billingsgate and St Katharine Docks, London.  

One of the most eagerly awaited features of the event will undoubtably be the supercar and prestige car ‘grid’, where several of the finest and most desired cars and brands will be on display at Old Billingsgate. Courtesy of Stratstone of Mayfair, Kahn Design London, Jardine Motors, Noble Cars and Rolls Royce, the show will be host to an exciting line-up of ultimate luxury marques with McLaren, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover, Range Rover, Noble and Rolls Royce making up the car element of the show – an attraction not to be missed!

 

Taking over the beautiful Mezzanine Gallery, which overlooks the main floor of the event, you will also find the Thames-Side Champagne Bar, where guests can soak up the City atmosphere and enjoy the unique event whilst admiring the polished, sumptuous and super cars.

To get close to these fabulous vehicles and to ensure you always travel in style, visit www.lyjapcs.com to book your ticket!

EPOQU’AUTO : UNE 36ÈME ÉDITION QUI PROMET

Édition après édition, Epoqu’Auto souffle les bougies d’anniversaire des plus belles légendes de l’automobile. Réunisant une foule de passionnés, chaque année plus nombreux, le salon lyonnais est devenu au fil du temps un rendez-vous majeur pour les inconditionnels des voitures anciennes. Conséquence de cet engouement, la 36ème édition bascule dans les halls 5 et 6 du parc des expositions de Lyon Eurexpo, où elle s’étendra désormais sur  45 000 m².
Plus de 50 000 visiteurs sont attendus pour célébrer les 60 ans de Facel Véga, dernière grande marque française d’automobiles de sport et de prestige, mais aussi le début de Grande Guerre, à laquelle un plateau sera consacré avec le concours de la Fondation Berliet et du musée des Sapeurs-Pompiers de Lyon.
Des légendes françaises, qui voisineront avec deux des plus grands mythes de l’industrie automobile nord américaine : Mustang et Harley Davidson.

SALON DE L’AUTO 2014

C’est une exposition exceptionnelle que le 84e Salon International de l’Automobile de Genève proposera, du 6 au 16 mars prochain, aux quelque 700’000 visiteurs attendus dans les halles de Palexpo. Avec la collaboration de l’ACO (Automobile Club de l’Ouest), organisateur des 24 Heures du Mans, et le soutien de Rolex, chronométreur officiel, seront réunies une vingtaine de voitures ayant marqué l’histoire de ce qui reste la plus grande course automobile du monde.
Ces véritables joyaux mécaniques quitteront provisoirement le Musée Automobile de la Sarthe, ou les collections privées auxquelles elles appartiennent, pour célébrer une épreuve qui fêtera les 14 et 15 juin prochain sa 82e édition. Ce qui reste le plus impitoyable banc d’essais des technologies du futur proposera d’ailleurs une affiche particulièrement alléchante puisque Porsche – avec un tout nouveau prototype Hybride – fera son grand retour au Mans pour se mêler au duel Audi – Toyota de ces dernières années, alors que des prototypes 100% électriques ou à hydrogène se préparent à affronter bientôt le circuit de 13,6 km qui accueille bon an mal an quelque 250’000 spectateurs pour son épreuve-reine.

L’évènement sportif mondial No1
Créée en 1923 à l’initiative de l’ACO, cette première grande manifestation automobile longue durée est devenue, au fil des années et des exploits – mais aussi des drames – un rendez-vous incontournable. Au même titre que le GP de Monaco de Formule 1, le Rallye Monte-Carlo ou les 500 Miles d’Indianapolis, le grand marathon mécanique de la Sarthe s’est élevé au rang de véritable mythe, de par son format évocateur, sur deux tours d’horloge, et l’intensité d’une compétition devenue légendaire. En 2012, un sondage de la prestigieuse société Américaine National Geographic plaçait même les « 24 Heures du Mans » en tête de tous les évènements sportifs mondiaux, devant les Jeux Olympiques ou la Coupe du Monde de Football.

A la rencontre du mythe
Rares sont les écuries ou les constructeurs automobiles, les accessoiristes, les sponsors et bien évidemment les pilotes, à être restés insensibles à l’attrait d’un éventuel triomphe au Mans. Ce n’est pas un hasard si les plus grands s’y sont imposés, et c’est ce fabuleux voyage dans le temps, à la rencontre des noms qui ont écrit l’histoire du Mans et de l’automobile, qui est offert sur un grand espace de 1800 m2 dans la nouvelle halle 3 de Palexpo. De la Chenard&Walcker victorieuse de la première édition, en 1923, à la formidable Audi R18 E-Tron Quattro Hybride, dernière gagnante en titre, en passant par les inoubliables Bentley Speed Six, Ferrari 166MM, Jaguar (D et XJR9), Ford GT40, Matra 670, Porsche (917, 956, et GT1) ou encore Peugeot (905 et 908), les voilà toutes réunies, entre autres, pour le plaisir des yeux et d’une évocation riche en souvenirs parfois exaltants.

Sauber Mercedes, Faessler, la Suisse qui gagne
La Suisse – qui a vu pas moins de 141 pilotes se qualifier pour prendre le départ des « 24 Heures », et 31 y fêter une victoire dans les diverses catégories de bolides acceptés – est d’ailleurs bien présente. Avec, en tête de liste, la Sauber Mercedes C9 tout droit sortie du musée de Hinwil, siège du constructeur Zurichois, qui permit à Mercedes de fêter un « doublé » retentissant en 1989, assortie des deux titres de Champion du monde (pilotes et constructeurs) la même année. Plus près de nous, l’Audi R18 E-Tron Quattro était co-pilotée en 2012 par le Schwitzois Marcel Faessler, premier – et unique – Suisse vainqueur au Mans (deux fois de suite, même), et sacré champion du monde. On n’oubliera pas, pour l’anecdote, la Rondeau M379B – premier constructeur « privé » à remporter les 24 Heures du Mans, en 1980 – dont le moteur V8 Ford Cosworth de F1 sortait des ateliers du préparateur Vaudois Heini Mader, basé à Gland.