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A new book that was launched by international racing driver Alec Poole before Christmas is now available in Ireland exclusively from ourselves at Irish Vintage Scene. For those of you who may not know, Alec was born in Dublin, son of Billy Poole, owner of Booth Poole Ltd who were the importers for MG and Wolseley. Alec went to Trinity College in Dublin, where he … Read more
Fast and luxurious but controversially styled and wildly expensive when new, only 500 examples of the Jensen CV8 were built between 1962 and 1966, so you’re not exactly tripping over them at classic shows today, no matter what part of the world you’re in. So, when offered an autumnal spin in Justin Furnell’s beauty, I jumped at the chance. They say that beauty is in … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 22nd to 24th April Imp Club in Ireland weekend in Sligo; for details, call John Sheppard on 087 9883450. 23rd & 24th April Crosshaven Veteran, Vintage & Classic Motor Club’s annual weekend away run to The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, with registration on Saturday 23rd at the square, Crosshaven, Co. Cork at 9.30am; for details, call … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 16th & 17th April Wexford Sports & Classic Car Club’s Spring Challenge 2022; for details, see www.wexfordsportsandclassiccarclub.ie. 17th April Donegal Vintage & Classic Car Club’s Easter Sunday Show at LYIT car park, Letterkenny; for info, call Fergus Cleary on 087 2059826 or Eunan Kelly on 087 2366924. 18th April Shamrock Car & Machinery Club’s annual Easter Monday … Read more
The second weekend in August would normally see enthusiasts flock to the picturesque town of Moynalty in Co. Meath for the annual steam rally, which is now without doubt one of the top shows in Ireland and another sadly missed from the calendar this year. But, 2022 is already a date on their website, so like us all, they are just awaiting the green light. … Read more
Those looking for a sporty classic Ford are spoilt for choice, but there’s one swoopy coupe that is often forgotten about. The dramatic-looking Consul Capri is a consummate retro cruiser, but was unfortunately something of a rare sales flop for Ford, making them highly-prized commodity today, if you can find one… Words and photos by Andrew Pollock This article ran in Issue 7 of Retro … Read more
The Carlow Vintage & Classic Motor Club are looking forward to a very busy show season this year, and are delighted to announce that they have secured two new venues for their ever-popular shows. Following their show season launch at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel on Sunday the 3rd of April, the Club’s first show of the season on the 8th of May, previously hosted at … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 8th to 10th April The 2022 Cortina Owners Club of Ireland Spring Weekend Rally, for COCI members only, based at the Lakeside Manor Hotel in Virginia, Co. Cavan; for details, call Paddy McManus on 087 3484338 or Jimmy Rafter on 087 9831255. 10th April Mountbellew Vintage Club autojumble on the grounds of Mountbellew Mart, starting at 10am; … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 2nd April Autojumble & Sale at Castleinch, the large indoor & outdoor venue on Callan Road, Kilkenny; for more details, call Michael on 087 2787077. 1st to 3rd April Ford Cortina Enthusiasts Ireland’s 3rd Mick Curran Memorial Run (postponed from 2020), based at City North Hotel, Gormanstown, Co. Meath. Run leaves from City North Hotel on morning … Read more
Cheffins Auctions have announced the sale of over eighty tractors as well as many implements and some other vehicles of interest on the 2nd of April in Newry, Co. Down. The collection belongs to Aidan Strain from Co. Down, and it will take place at his premises near Newry. This auction was originally set to happen in June 2020, but unfortunately due to Covid it did not … Read more
With its charismatic flathead engine, transatlantic styling and luxurious interior the V8 Pilot is one of the ultimate prizes for any sidevalve Ford enthusiast. It’s also a rare sight in this country, so when David Brennan came across this example for sale he didn’t hesitate for a moment. The venerable sidevalve Ford V8, known as the ‘flattie’ to its aficionados, is one of the all-time … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 26th March Autojumble, antiques and collectors fair at Nutts Corner market, Co. Antrim. Gates open 8am for public; for more info, call 0044 (0)79 3638 9125. 26th & 27th March Fermanagh Motorcycle Club bike show & autojumble at Necarne Equestrian Centre, Irvinestown, Co. Fermanagh; for details, call Alan on 028 6644 8023. 27th March Knockdown Vintage Run, … Read more
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and The Association of Farm & Forestry Contractors in Ireland (FCI Ireland) are advising tractor drivers that plough lamps to the rear of the vehicle should not be used when travelling on public roads. Work lamps, commonly known as ‘ploughing lamps’ are fitted to agricultural tractors and self-propelled machinery. These lamps generally emit a white light to the rear of … Read more
I’m not sure what it is about barn finds, but we all seem to love them. Do we love the challenge they present to restore, or is it the fact they have been hiding unseen in the corner of a shed for years, or indeed often decades? It’s hard to put a finger on it, but for sure, once I hear mention of one I’m … Read more
This year a new event enters the calendar, when the Historic Racing Car Association of Ireland (HRCA) hosts the first running of the Gordon Bennett Reliability Trials over July 1st, 2nd and 3rd. The event is open to any type of pre-1940 vehicle, and the organisers tell us it’s being run “to commemorate and inform about the 1903 Gordon Bennett race held in Co. Kildare … Read more
Fancy getting your hands on one of the most iconic rally-bred performance cars of all time? Don’t go shopping for one until you read our handy guide! Words and photos by Andrew Pollock This article ran in issue 5 of Retro Classics Magazine in 2012; all information was correct at time of going to press. It’s hard to believe now, but the Lancia Delta has … Read more
Upcoming events listed in Irish Vintage Scene magazine: 13th March Millstreet Vintage Club Spring Car Run in memory of Johnny Hickey; for more details, call Bernard Crowley on 087 7924406 or Willie Fitzgerald on 087 2229874. 17th March Louth Abbey Vintage Club Road Run starting from Louth Village football field on St. Patrick’s Day; for info, call 087 6682558 or see the club’s Facebook or … Read more
SHRULE AUTOJUMBLE and AUCTION VINTAGE CARS , TRACTORS , STATIONARY ENGINES ,HORSE & FARM MACHINERY etc Vintage parts , antiques , Memorabilia , jewellery . Heritage items , crafts and food. There will be something for everyone! Admission €5 Shrule community centre EIRCODE = H91 FX39
Car enthusiasts are in for a treat on February 13th as over 140 cars are already confirmed for a fundraising static car show in Tralee. Members of Kerry Motor Club are organising a static car show in Tralee town centre raise funds for club member James Quinlan who faces a very difficult medical journey in New York. James, from Waterville, suffered a major brain haemorrhage … Read more
A unique event set in the elegant surroundings of the ballroom of the Slieve Donard Hotel in Newcastle in Co. Down every January, the Newcastle Classic & Sports Car Show always brings together a carefully curated, top-quality display of vintage and classic cars, with the organisers proud of the fact that the same car is never shown more than once, except in very special circumstances. … Read more
