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For sale: the world's most expensive car?

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:51:26 0000

An ultra-rare 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has been put up for private treaty sale by American auction house RM Auctions.

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Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:37:19 0000

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Audi A1: full details and gallery

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:18:51 0000

All the details of the new Audi's Mini-rivalling baby A1.

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Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

Seat Ibiza FR TDI car review - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
The FR badging on the Seat Ibiza could equally stand for Frugal and Rapid as it could Formula Racing.
Toyota Prius: brake software recall - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
The current, third-generation Toyota Prius is to be recalled to update its braking software.
What are your favourite car films? Auto Trader Blog
Fiat 500 gets more green power - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
The Fiat 500 is now available with an efficient and more powerful 1.3-litre MultiJet diesel engine.
Sutil: The force is with us - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Force India driver Adrian Sutil is hopeful the team can build upon an impressive 2009 season with their new VJM03 car, which was unveiled on Tuesday. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Todt: Teams are allowed to miss three races - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
FIA president Jean Todt has said that Formula One's new teams will be allowed to miss the first three races of the season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Villeneuve not giving up on 2010 seat - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jacques Villeneuve remains optimistic that he can secure a place on the 2010 starting grid. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

Our favourite hot hatches - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
There are lots of reasons to love hot hatches. Theyre practical because theyre based on common-or-garden hatchbacks. And theyre usually affordable for the same reason. But the reason we love them so much is that they combine all of the above with the sort of driving fun that youd usually expect from a purpose-built sports car.
Aston Martin Rapide car review - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
Aston Martin labels the Rapide a four-door sports car, and in concept and execution theyre not far wrong. Here's our full verdict.
New BMW X5 revealed - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Despite near-identical looks, a new BMW X5 has been unveiled, with over 4,000 new components.
Porsche 911 Turbo S: fastest ever - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Kobayashi grateful for 'chance and circumstances' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Kamui Kobayashi has hailed the
Q&A with Sauber's Rampf - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
BMW Sauber's technical director Willy Rampf says he's encouraged by the results of the C29's first test... Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
'Petrov's Renault race-seat in jeopardy' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Vitaly Petrov's Formula One is reportedly on the line after a bank loan needed to pay Renault was put on hold. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

Campos expects a solution by Monday - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Campos Meta team boss Adrian Campos is confident that his team's recent financial woes will be a thing of the past within the next 24 hours. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
'Another diffuser war is brewing' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ferrari tech director Aldo Costa reckons it's only a matter of time before the diffuser war of last year is once again in full swing. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
BBC confirm unchanged line-up - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
The BBC have confirmed an unchanged line-up for their 2010 F1 coverage with Jonathan Legard staying on as lead commentator. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

Schumi: Into the rhythm faster than expected - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
After three years out of the sport, Michael Schumacher reckons he got back into the rhythm
Q&A with Bridgestone's Kobayashi - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Bridgestone's technical manager Tetsuro Kobayashi shares his thoughts on the first pre-season test at Valencia this week and looks ahead to new F1 season... Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Heikki: New Lotus can live up the name - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Heikki Kovalainen is confident that, given time, his Lotus Formula One team can live up to their name. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

The women's guide to buying a car - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
Auto Traders female-friendly used car buying guide.
Renault Megane CC: first pics - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews HubABRIOLET
First pictures of the new Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet have been released, ahead of its debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
John Travoltas Thunderbird for sale - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
A Ford Thunderbird previously owned by Hollywood legend John Travolta is for sale on Auto Trader.
The week's hottest stories - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
In our weekly news round-up, we bring you the last seven days news in one easily-digestible bite. Plus we highlight some of the stories that didnt quite make the cut.
Rookies USF1 back on track after 'slight bump' - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
USF1's executive vice-president Peter Windsor has once again been forced to jump to the defence of his beleaguered outfit. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Mallya: Force India's future not in danger - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Force India owner Vijay Mallya is adamant his team's Formula One future is not in any danger. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Ralf confirms Stefan GP interest - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ralf Schumacher may yet follow in his brother's footsteps by making a Formula One comeback. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

The ultimate Bugatti Veyron garage - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
We all know that in order to buy a Bugatti Veyron you need to be a billionaire. And the price of Veyron ownership isnt cheap either.
Ford S-Max 2-litre SCTI car review - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews HubAX
We've driven the new Ford S-Max, which comes with a brand new 2-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
Scrappage scheme extended again - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
The governments 2,000 scrappage scheme has been extended for the second time.
Audi A8 car review - Auto Trader UK - Features - News and Reviews Hub
Every eight years or so, a new Audi A8 is launched. This flagship model has consistently represented a technological tour-de-force, packing features that will eventually filter down to the rest of its models.
New car sales up 29.7 per cent - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
The latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that UK new car registrations have increased by nearly 30 per cent so far this year.
Is this the Bentley of 2020? - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Bentley Motors has teamed up with Londons Royal College of Art (RCA) to design the coupe of the future.
Rossi admits F1 move unlikely - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi has once again stated that he is not eyeing a move to Formula One. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
DC: Jenson may struggle against Lewis - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
David Coulthard believes Formula One world champion Jenson Button could struggle in the wake of McLaren team-mate Lewis Hamilton this season. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Ferrari not getting ahead of themselves - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali is refusing to be deluded by his team's stunning start to pre-season testing. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

Volvo C70 facelift car review - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Volvo is proud of its C70. It was the worlds first four-seat convertible with a retractable hardtop when it launched in 2006. And for 2010 it has a new look.
Race cars for the road - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Although many cars claim to be 'racing cars for the road', very few actually have anything in common with their competition siblings.
Ferrari goes 'green' with hybrid - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
A Ferrari 599 GTB hybrid prototype is set to make its world debut at next month's Geneva motor show.
New Kia Sportage revealed - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
Kia has announced details and pictures of its new Sportage crossover SUV.
Tesla Roadster hits UK with right-hand drive - Auto Trader UK - News and Reviews Hub
The electric Tesla Roadster sports car is now on sale in the UK with right-hand drive.
Valencia Day Three: Fernando delights fans - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Spanish fans turned up in their droves to watch Fernando Alonso behind the wheel of a Ferrari for the first time and their man didn't disappoint on the final day of testing in Valencia. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Alonso downplays Ferrari's Valencia pace - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Fernando Alonso has rubbished opinion that Ferrari is the team to beat after the Scuderia bagged the triple at Valencia this week. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News
Button: Jerez will deliver a clearer picture - Auto Trader F1 powered by planet-f1.com
Jenson Button has downplayed the importance of lap times after finishing fifth in Valencia - and insisted that a clearer picture of the 2010 pecking order will only emerge after next week's test in Jerez. Auto Trader - Formula 1 - News

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Fiat 500 gets more green power

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:36:48 0000

The Fiat 500 is now available with an efficient and more powerful 1.3-litre MultiJet diesel engine.

Seat Ibiza FR TDI - our verdict and gallery

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:42:56 0000

Our full verdict on Seat's new diesel-powered hot hatch.

Hot Citroen DS3-R spied

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:31:13 0000

Citroen's secrect Mini Cooper S beater spied.

Toyota Prius: brake software recall

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:34:05 0000

8,500 Toyota Prius hybrids recalled for brake software upgrade.