automobiles
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British automobiles embody a rare union of engineering excellence, refined design, and enduring character. From the handcrafted elegance of Aston Martin to the spirited charm of the Mini, these marques have defined motoring style across generations.
Revered for their performance and the icons who drove them, they remain symbols of individuality and timeless appeal—though we’ve also added a touch of American muscle and a flash of European supercar brilliance to our stories, for good measure.
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From Gatsby and Goldfinger to Goodwood, the Rolls-Royce Phantom has shaped a hundred years of culture, carrying royalty, rebels, visionaries, and villains with effortless grace.
Reimagined for today, Meyers Manx blends heritage with innovation through the all-electric 2.0, while reviving the timeless spirit of the Classic Buggy and Classic Resorter.
Limited to ten examples, the Classic Defender V8 Churchill Edition pays tribute to Sir Winston’s original Land Rover, uniting Bronze Green heritage with contemporary V8 performance.
From conquering the Baja 1000 to appearing alongside Elvis Presley and Steve McQueen, the Meyers Manx became the definitive dune buggy—an emblem of 1960s freedom, rebellion, and style.
Ian Callum reimagines his most celebrated creation, transforming the Vanquish 25 into a coachbuilt shooting brake of rare elegance, dynamic performance, and everyday usability.
A bold new chapter in British automotive design, born of an alliance between legendary coachbuilders Wood & Pickett and CALLUM—the visionary studio founded by Ian Callum CBE.
David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin, commissioned the legendary British coachbuilders Harold Radford to convert his beloved Grand Tourer into a Shooting Brake.
Steve McQueen owned—and often parted with—an extraordinary array of cars. We revisit seven of McQueen's machines that commanded attention and impressive sums at auction.
The 1960s marked the beginning. As London buzzed with art, music, and fashion—exporting British popular culture to the world—Richard Stewart Williams’ focus lay elsewhere: engineering. Offered positions by both AC and Aston Martin, he chose the latter, setting in motion a remarkable journey.
You may forget the name of your first childhood crush, but the car that first captured your heart is never forgotten. For Elliot Mason, it was the Porsche 356.
For classic car enthusiasts, The Italian Job remains irresistible—from the 'Aranico' Lamborghini Miura gliding through the Alps to the red, white, and blue Minis tearing through Turin.
The original script called for a Jeep, but McQueen’s instinct for style and performance gave him the authority to swap it for something far more fitting.
Aubrey Automobiles has unveiled ‘Aubrey 001’—a bespoke restoration of a 1973 Land Rover Series III 109 station wagon, completed with meticulous attention to heritage and detail.
From rock stars to royalty, the Aston Martin DB5 has drawn a remarkable roster of owners. Here, we spotlight seven—alongside the cars they called their own.
British movie legend Peter Sellers had a passion for cars that bordered on obsession. It is said that by the age of 39, he'd owned over 80 vehicles.
Flying ace Douglas 'Dogsbody' Bader became a devoted Alvis enthusiast after the war, owning several models throughout the post-war years—including the elegant TD21 pictured above.
The two marques embraced their roles in The Persuaders, knowing that glamorous settings, charismatic leads, and a vast audience would be good for business.
How does one improve upon the Ferrari Lusso—a rare beauty by any measure, with just 351 examples produced during its brief run from 1962 to 1964?
Founded in 1912 as an aircraft engine maker, the company now producing over two million cars a year nearly collapsed developing the very model meant to secure its future.
The DB2 was the first Aston Martin to bear David Brown’s initials, later evolving into the DB2/4 with improved performance and the practicality of occasional plus-2 seating.
Some, including Daniel Craig, argue that the most desirable Bond car isn’t what you'd expect—but the ultra-rare Toyota 2000GT, a Japanese sports car of remarkable exclusivity.
Pleased with his band’s success, Brian Epstein is said to have bought each member a car in appreciation—choosing the ever-popular Mini... each personalised by Radford.
The original DBS was conceived as the DB6’s successor, designed to house a forthcoming V8 the DB6 couldn’t accommodate. Touring of Milan was commissioned to style the new model.
In 1946, a newspaper advertisement offered a “High Class Motor Business” for sale. On enquiry, David Brown discovered the company in question was Aston Martin.
I considered buying a Volvo P1800—made famous by Roger Moore in The Saint—but was advised against it: “They rust,” I was told, “from the inside out.”
Jaguar’s XK range fused cutting-edge engineering with timeless design, producing some of the most iconic and desirable sports cars of the 1950s—a golden era for British motoring.
We cherish the heritage of British brands—but we’re not alone. Several carmakers have recently embarked on remarkable journeys to revive their historic legacies.