What’s in issue 131 April 2017

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Minor-MiracleMinor Miracle

Bought by his father a year before he was born, James Wylie recently unearthed this 1954 Morris Minor from its long-term storage and restored it for his wedding.

Return-to-the-FoldReturn to the Fold

 

Having driven this Massey Ferguson 148 on his family farm as a younger man when it was brand new, Sammy Woolmington was amazed to rediscover the tractor in recent years as part of a famous collection previously featured in this magazine…

 

Hidden-TreasureHidden Treasure

 

Beloved of both families and racers in its time, most of the Ford Escort Mk2s you’ll see nowadays have more of a motorsport theme. However, this month we visit Michael Conwell to savour his completely standard 1.3GL. Not only is it standard, but unrestored too, with less than 12,000 kilometres on the clock.

Ariel ViewAriel View

While you could argue that any motorcycle, large or small, can be a great deal of fun to ride, most of us will admit that there’s a certain mystique around the rigid-frame machines of the pre- and immediate post-war era, with their girder front ends and hand-operated gearchanges. This Ariel NG is one such machine, and is giving its owner plenty of oldtime enjoyment.

Back-on-TrackBack on Track

 

Having served our national broadcaster for over two decades, this Aktiv Fisher Snow Trac passed into the hands of two enthusiasts in 2005, who have shared it at vintage and classic shows ever since. This month we take a look at this fascinating machine with a unique Irish history.

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SHOW REPORTS….COUNTRYWIDE

  • Ballinakill VCOC Indoor Motor Show
  • Cortina Owners Club of Ireland at Kilkenny Motor Show
  • Corcoran’s Bar Threshing , Ballinadee
  • IVVMCC Leopardstown Show
  • Mountbellew Vintage Show
  • Cortina Enthusiasts Ireland at Portlaoise Indoor Show

 

Regulars

News & Events The latest developments from all over Ireland and abroad.

Diary Dates The most comprehensive list of upcoming events in Ireland.

Club Scene A dedicated section open to every club in Ireland to promote itself and its events.

Your Letters Have your say and get it off your chest; this is your place to say what you really think.

Laid to Rust A monthly pictorial of vehicles that are rusting away in the peace of our countryside.

Past Times Ireland’s best-known motoring historian, Bob Montgomery looks back at motoring and motoring events in the early days.

Model Scene News from the ever-growning world of model collecting.

Gerry’s Gems Motoring historian Gerry Barrett’s monthly look at some of his vintage and classic favourites.

Tales from Over the Water Clare-man PJ Francis shares with us his old vehicle adventures in the United States.

Retrospect A page of old and nostalgic motoring photos sent in by our readers.

Classifieds Looking for a classic? Well this is Ireland’s only dedicated marketplace.

Behind the Wheel Dick Byrne looks back at his memories of motoring in the last century.

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