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Thousands of classic car enthusiasts gathered at “one of the greatest F1 circuits in the world” yesterday for the Donington Autojumble, in the hope of saving the legendary Donington circuit. The future of the circuit was uncertain after a “failed attempt by businessman Simon Gilett to stage the British Grand Prix there”, reports ThisIsNottingham.co.uk. However, subsequently remodelling plans have been put into place as Donington prepares to take over Britain’s only F1 race from Silverstone.

RMA Club has reported that Donington’s Autojumble (part of the save Donington event) is “one of only a handful of opportunities this year to visit this historic circuit” in its current state before the work starts on the transformation of the circuit in time to be considered as the new host for the British Formula 1 Grand Prix. Classic car devotee’s turned up in their thousands, making the pilgrimage to Donington Park in an effort to show solidarity for the “beleaguered circuit”, according to ThisIsNottingham.co.uk.

The rally that took place yesterday allowed people to walk around the circuit for free, viewing classic cars and talking to other people who share their passion for classic cars. This novel idea was thought of by motor enthusiast Lee Coombs as part of a campaign to save Donington. Mr Coombs shows he knows a thing or two about owning an impressive vehicle as he drives around in a 2006 Lotus Elise.  Read more...

Many people find that the sight of a restored vintage car rolling along the highway, with a fresh coat of shimmering paint and chrome accents gleaming in the sun, brings a huge smile to their face as they recall wonderful memories of earlier times. For people who appreciate the workmanship and attention that goes into bringing these beauties back to life, a classic car auction might be a memorable event that could even tempt one to start bidding so that they can claim the classic collectible for themselves.

Classic car auctions have long been a favorite type of event for car lovers of all ages to attend. Before the bidding gets underway, which can get rather heated with an enthusiastic crowd, there is a period of time when people can meander through the displays of the vintage models and appreciate the timeless and elegant lines of the cars that will soon be offered on the auction block.

You will find that attending a classic car auction is very different from going to a public auto auction. While the general, public auctions are more plentiful, they will offer very different types of vehicles, such as salvage car parts, to seized and repossessed cars. They will not have the classic, restored vehicles that are part of a collector car auction.  Read more...

There are certain things that arouse the emotional bond between the sports car and the auto fanatics. Driving excitement and appearance are that sets the sports car apart from all the rest. The sports cars appearance is important especially to men; making the one reason the sports car is so popular.

Sports car enthusiasts tend to bond with each other in clubs, talking, and exchanging ideas. As a result they can spend a substantial amount of spare time engrossed with their sports car.

There is in fact, something in sports cars that causes drivers to have a unique attraction and attachment to vehicles, making them very popular among the many vehicles on the market.

Others say that sports cars are toys for the ‘big boys’. Studies do show that sports cars are a popular hobby of many men and they often occupy the time, as well as the hearts, of many fans.

Here are reasons why they are popular:

1. Sports cars are popular because they are symbolic. Sports cars are considered a source independence or freedom. Drivers are no more hindered by the limitations and inadequacy of conventional cars and are able to have a flexible and free life manoeuvring and tackling elements on the road with ease. This perception of freedom makes the sports car popular.

2. Sports cars today are popular because of their ‘innovative technology’. People are essentially attracted to technological progress; sports cars are a moving combination of technical and mechanical expertise.  Read more...