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Shannons' Melbourne Autumn Classic Auction on March 5 boasted a number of intriguing vehicles. While a HSV Walkinshaw, Boss Mustang and late model Aston Martin were tipped to be the top sellers, a classic Packard eclipsed the lot, selling for $61,000.

The 2012 Bosch ARC season opener, Rally Calder presented by East Coast Bullbars, was a wild ride for many of the competitors in the wet and greasy conditions, but for Tom Wilde, it was a successful one, as the WA youngster recorded his first ever ARC round win.

The opening stage of day three of the 2012 Rally Calder presented by East Coast Bullbars was marred by a major accident involving the Aston Martin V8 Vantage of Tasmanian's Ivan Thompson and Karl Francis.

Day two of the 2012 Rally Calder presented by East Coast Bullbars suffered from the drenching rain that has impacted on many parts of Victoria over the past week. In the slushy conditions, the schedule for day two was cut short, but still produced plenty of thrills, a few spills, and some impressive displays of driver skills.

While Shannons' upcoming Melbourne Autumn Classic Auction features a number of rare and desirable classics, one of the rarest, and certainly the most intriguing, is the one-off 'Bedmore Special' racer.

The Peerless GT was the result of a collaboration between English racer James Byrnes and Bernie Rodger in the late 1950s, when small-volume sports cars flourished.

Amongst the diverse offerings consigned for Shannons Melbourne Autumn Classic Auction are a bunch of classic Australian machines. The auction, which will take place at Shannons Melbourne auction headquarters on Monday, March 5, has 80 lots consigned, covering cars, motorcycles, number plates, memorabilia and petroliana.

Land Rover are set to unveil a convertible version of the Range Rover Evoque at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. While strictly a concept vehicle at this stage, the Evoque Convertible will explore the potential for the world's first premium convertible SUV.

Audi has won the 2012 Armorall Bathurst 12 Hour.

Following on from the success of the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari, which sold out its first shipment in a matter of days in Australia and New Zealand, Abarth have announced the 696 Tributo Maserati, which will debut at March's Geneva Motor Show.

The Detroit Motor Show bounced back from recent years highlighted by the financial plight of many manufacturers and associated austerity measures, to unveil a record 27 new vehicles on the first day and 40 for the show.

You'd be forgiven for not recognising the vehicle pictured, as it's an example of a marque rarely seen here, and one of only three of this particular series believed to be in the country.

Porsche's sports cars from the 1950s and 60s have provided plenty of fodder for kit car and replica makers over the years. While 356 and even 550 replicas are well known and popular, the 718 (also known as the RSK) is off the radar for many enthusiasts.

When one of the directors of the Victorian Hot Rod Association is working on a new project, it's bound to attract attention. And with the recent Victorian Hot Rod Show fresh in enthusiast's minds, it's an ideal time to take a closer look at the 'work-in-progress' creation of Ron Smith. After owning a '32, then a '28 Ford, Ron's latest rod project is a 1930 Ford coupe, but this one will be a little bit different.

It's only a concept at this stage, but given the level of finish and detail visible in the images shown here, don't be surprised if the MINI 'Clubvan' panel van concept becomes a production reality.

Songs have been sung, books have been written and movies made about America's iconic Route 66. From Chicago to Los Angeles, the 2451 mile road winds its way through farmlands, mountain ranges and deserts, but most importantly it showcases what the 'Main Street of America' would have been like in its heyday, before the interstate bypassed hundreds of small towns.

When the biggest Hemi, Flathead Ford or Small Block Chev engine isn't enough, what do you do?

After a 20 year absence from top level touring car racing in Australia, Nissan will return in 2013, running four cars in the V8 Supercar Championship with Kelly Racing.

1965 proved to be one of the most successful years in US automotive history. All the Big Three carmakers (Ford, General Motors and Chrysler) recorded banner years, with more than 9 million vehicles sold across all domestic manufacturers. Naturally, Chevrolet had a pretty big chunk of that pie, with their full-size car range selling better than ever.

Continuing its trend of funky special edition models named after trendy London suburbs, MINI have recently revealed the 'Highgate' convertible.

Think of the iconic Targa Tasmania event, and screaming Porsches, Subarus and Mitsubishi Evos with their popping turbos come to mind. What doesn't come to mind is a Jaguar XJ6 saloon. That didn't dissuade Richard Andrews from using a classic Jag as the basis for a Targa and track weapon. So, what's involved in turning a 1970 Series I XJ6 saloon from mild to wild? A lot!

Shannons Sydney Summer Classic Auction will be a feast for fans of the "Leaping Cat", with five desirable Jags set to cross the blocks at the auction, to take place on February 20.

Amongst the consignments for Shannons Sydney Summer Classic Auction this February are a number of Aussie performance machines, including a Bolwell Nagari V8 coupe, K Code ZD Fairlane, VN V6-powered FJ Holden custom and this striking SLR 5000 Torana.

In the lead up to the 2012 Olympic Games in London, MINI have released the first in a series of special edition models inspired by and named after culturally-significant suburbs and sections of modern London.