Car Reviews - last 3
BMW 330 Ci SPORT - 2000
By Steve Bell, 16 June 2008
Although the BMW E46 3-Series tested here is over 7 years old, with lots of TLC and a lick of polish it still looks as new as an up to date £40K sleek coupe. BMW’s long line of classy-coupe’s goes back to 1975 when the classic 2002 replacement first hit the streets. Codenamed E21, the 3-series has built up a cult following that sits alongside cars such as the Porsche 911 and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Taking over the baton from its predecessor (the E36) this 330 Ci Sport is extremely inexpensive to own.
NOBLE M12 GTO 3R - 2004
By Steve Bell, 11 June 2008
Barwell, Liecester. No the sort of place you associate a British sport car manufacturer to have its HQ. Founded and designed by Lee Noble, the car I’m testing here, the M12 GTO 3R, has gained global recognition. Although the majority of the mechanical and esthetic parts are courtesy of Ford, up close and personal the M12 certainly changes your perception about hand built British supercars.
FORD FOCUS ST - 2002
By Steve Bell, 4 June 2008
Ford’s RS moniker is recognised globally. Although more popular in Europe, it hasn’t always had and easy ride. Insurance premuims rocketed in the late 90s thanks to the rise in car thefts. This ultimately killed all hot hatches, and buried Ford’s famous RS moniker.
