Delve into our Coffee & Chrome community hub and learn more about Coffee & Chrome, our attendees and their stories. read more>>
With the prospect of some time off on the horizon for many, and with some outdoor events scheduled to take place in the New Year, more than a few classics will likely be brought out of the garage for some mid-winter cobweb-blowing, so here are Footman James’s top tips for winter motoring. read more>>
Back in LA, Gary continues his Mercedes 190SL rescue mission. With a table full of new parts to fit, he begins by completing the rebuild of the braking system before tackling the dirty job of cleaning the engine bay. When it time to take a break, he visits Griffith Park’s cars & coffee meet to check out the most amazing array of classics.
Enzo Ferrari created many wonderful cars in his time, but he helped create one of his biggest competitors, Ferruccio Lamborghini. read more>>
Modified cars were big news in the 70's, but a handful of builders and modders were leading the way and influencing the wider world, including some car makers. read more>>
The joy of lifting that big cardboard box lid and building your Tamiya radio-controlled car was unrivalled in many kids' lives before online gaming came along. read more>>
If they already have their dream machine parked in the garage what else could they possibly want to find under the tree? Here are some suggestions... read more>>
Triumph's fascination with three-pot engines goes right back to 1969 as a salvo against the growing threat from Japanese motorcycle manufacturers. read more>>
The Ferrari 288 GTO is my favorite Ferrari and back in 2005, when I was looking to buy a special car, I bought a Zonda, rather than a 288 GTO I had intended to buy. Nearly 20 years on, do I regret that decision? Let's find out..
The Aston Martin DBX 707 is the ultimate version of Aston's SUV with 707bhp and a top speed of 193mph. But how could it cope with life on the farm? Let's find out..
Picking a future classic is never easy. Sometimes legendary status comes from rave reviews and huge demand when new while others are only longed for decades later. read more>>
Lunaz Design opened its doors in November to members of the Chrome Collective, as they took private clients of Footman James on a tour of the company’s state-of-the-art facility. read more>>
Bagging a classic workhorse is all the more appealing as you can run a classic while also using it as intended. We take a look at the very best of the bunch. read more>>
Read our guide to find out all you need to know about when it's legal to display a black and silver number plate as well as advice on finding a supplier. read more>>
It’s been another successful year for the Footman James Coffee & Chrome Collective, with a bigger calendar, spectacular locations, and lots of lovely people! read more>>
In part 13 of this 1983 Yamaha IT490K video series we visit Keith Hannaford (Hannaford Restorations) and finally pick-up our bikes.
Come with Gary to experience three days of the best classic car show there is - the Birmingham NEC Classic Motor Show! Marking 20 years of Wheeler Dealers and proudly presenting his Jaguar XJS next to Mike Brewer's Ford Transit camper van, plus a moving tribute on Armistice Day made this one very special weekend.
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