Graham Benge makes the most of the day to talk to enthusiasts and owners.

The charity – Taylor-Made Dreams https://www.taylormadedreams.org.uk

Vehicles include:

• 1928 Bentley 4½ litre
• 1925 Hupmobile Eight – 8 cylinder 4000cc Series E Tourer
• Ford V8
• NG TA
• Citreon 2CV #RestoMod
• 2018 Mercedes GTR
• 1968 Mini 998 Cooper
• 1995 VW Corrado VR6 Storm
• 1957 Ford Thunderbird
• Mercedes 190 SL
• Suzuki Intruder 1400cc with 1½ inch SU
• 1931 Ford Model A
• 1966 Dodge Coronet

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AI Overview

This video features Graham Benge visiting the Blackboys Inn in East Sussex for a charity car show. The event showcases an extraordinary variety of vehicles, ranging from vintage classics to modern performance cars and custom motorcycles, all gathered to raise funds for the children’s charity Taylor-Made Dreams.

Key vehicles and participants featured:

1928 Bentley 4½ litre: Richard Wade discusses his family-owned Bentley, which has been in their possession for 30 years and is actively used for racing and rallies (1:25-6:47).

1925 Hupmobile Eight: David Hobbs showcases this rare American vehicle, highlighting its history and the importance of keeping such cars on the road rather than in museums (6:48-11:26).

Ford V8 Hot Rod: A custom-built, powerful car featuring a 347 stroker Ford V8 with a supercharger (11:27-14:11).

NG TA: Dave Woolgar explains the history of the NG brand, a kit car company that utilizes modular components like those from MGBs and Triumphs (14:12-18:09).

Citroën 2CV #RestoMod: Callum details his extensive project modifying a late 2CV for better usability, including bodywork and performance upgrades (18:10-21:06).

2018 Mercedes GTR: Ben introduces this high-performance vehicle, noting its track-focused nature (21:07-22:45).

1968 Mini 998 Cooper: Chris shares the history of his restored Mini, emphasizing its original body shell and the fun of driving classic Minis (25:07-28:07).

1995 VW Corrado VR6 Storm: Alex presents one of the rare 500 Storm special editions produced, discussing its status as an appreciating classic (28:38-31:18).

1957 Ford Thunderbird: Paul talks about this “Baby Bird” classic, its history as a family-cherished vehicle, and its upcoming sale (31:19-34:39).

Mercedes 190 SL: Steven Hall highlights this totally original, well-maintained classic that he describes as a true piece of art (35:12-40:48).

Suzuki Intruder 1400cc: David showcases his cruiser bike, which features a unique modification: a 1½ inch SU carburetor (40:49-42:49).

1931 Ford Model A: Bernard Reeves explains his focus on maintaining the car’s originality while integrating a modern, re-engineered engine (43:08-45:41).

1966 Dodge Coronet: Dominic discusses his big-block American muscle car and its history since being imported from the USA (45:50-48:33).

The event serves as a testament to the passion of car enthusiasts who spend their time restoring and driving their vehicles to support charitable causes.

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The SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) are one more hosting a Test Day at the UTAC Millbrook Proving Ground, with many vehicles, from a wide range of manufacturers, to drive and take a look at.

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AI Summary of the episode

This UKMotorTalk podcast episode, titled the “Volvo 240 Special Edition,” covers a wide range of automotive topics, from the hosts’ personal fleets and classic car mishaps to professional motorsport news.

Introduction and Seasonal Reflections

The episode begins with the hosts—Michael Gates, James Baxter, and Graham Benge—reconnecting after an Easter break. They briefly discuss the unpredictable spring weather, noting the transition from freezing temperatures to warm sunshine. This leads to a conversation about the challenges of driving classic or sporty cars without air conditioning; while open-top cars are enjoyable in the sun, they can become uncomfortably hot when stuck in traffic, as the driver is essentially “sat surrounded by an engine, cooking”.

Classic Car Challenges

Graham shares a recent observation of an Austin Ten broken down on a narrow road. He reflects on the inherent dangers of older classic cars that lack modern safety features like four-way hazard flashers or indicators. The hosts reminisce about “simpler times” in motoring, such as:

• Manual Wipers: Using a string to manually move wiper blades during a failure.
• Vacuum-Operated Wipers: Peculiar systems where the wipers actually slowed down as the car moved faster.
• Weak Electrics: Driving older vehicles with failing headlights or batteries that lacked longevity.

Fleet Updates: Deaths and Additions

The hosts provide updates on their personal vehicles, highlighting the mix of reliability and mechanical failure in older cars:

• The Volvo’s End: Graham announces that his Volvo has finally gone to “Valhalla” after its automatic gearbox failed. With a repair cost of £1,500 exceeding the car’s value, he has replaced it with a Honda CRV.
• The High-Mileage Mondeo: Jim and Mike discuss a recently acquired 2010 Ford Mondeo with nearly 150,000 miles on the clock. Despite having “matching scuffs” on both rear doors from a previous owner’s driveway mishaps, the car has proven exceptionally economical, covering 580 miles on a partial tank of diesel.
• The 290,000-Mile Volvo: Mike recalls selling a Volvo with 287,000 miles to a family who successfully used it for a holiday to Cornwall, underscoring the legendary durability of the brand.

Maintenance and Parenting

Mike shares a story about involving his seven-year-old son in car maintenance by having him help change a starter motor. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they joke about “practical parenting tips,” such as whether it is acceptable to “snow foam” children while washing the car. Additionally, Mike recounts a frustrating, near-midnight brake change on a Jaguar, noting the extreme weight of the components (nearly 20kg for the brakes alone).

Motorsport News

The podcast covers several updates from the world of racing:

• Julian McBride (Jules): The hosts wish luck to Jules, who is racing a modified BMW E46, ahead of his next outing at Oulton Park.
• Oulton Park Memories: Graham recalls a terrifying experience at Oulton Park being driven on a motorcycle sidecar with minimal safety gear, describing it as “the most frightened I’ve ever been in any vehicle”.
• Jason Plato and Boiler Room Motorsport: Graham discusses Jason Plato’s transition from a successful touring car driver to a team boss. He highlights Plato’s honesty regarding his mental health struggles after retiring from racing and the “scrappy” start of his new team, which involved using a salvaged Mercedes shell from a river to build a mule car. The hosts agree that while Plato can be a divisive character, his return to the BTCC paddock as a team owner is a positive development for the sport.

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Julian has taken a life-changing medical complication that left him paralyzed from the waist down, and turned it into a racing and coaching career, highlighting a determination and sense of purpose to help others, through motor sport, make the most of life, despite the difficulties they may face.

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Hagerty’s UK 2026 Bull Market List
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Stradders has flown as a Navigator with the RAF for 41 years, primarily on Panavia Tornado fast jets, but more recently on the Avro Lancaster of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

Having recently retired, we thought that now would be a good time to enjoy just some of his amazing stories, and, naturally, ask him what car he drives!

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Cars on view include:

• The oldest in the auction, a 1900 (the year not the engine size!) Mignonette-Luap 2.2 HP Voiturette
• 1904 Cadillac Model B Touring
• 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta by Scaglietti
• 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV
• 2015 McLaren P1 GTR
• 2024 Aston Martin Valkyrie Coupé

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Meanwhile, Graham has been thinking about which of his vehicles best meets the advantages of running on electricity…..

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We also welcome Jason Plato back to the BTCC world, and discuss how affordable “hot hatches” may or may not have disappeared from the UK car market.

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