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219's captivating photo essay from the Goodwood Festival of Speed provides a vivid snapshot of this iconic British event, where automotive passion meets horological precision. As the official timekeeper, Bremont's presence underscores the deep connection between high-performance machinery and finely crafted watches. This report offers a historical context of the festival and showcases the excitement of both classic and modern racing.
The 1966 Ford Mustang represents a significant year for the model, building on the initial success of its introduction. This reference is part of the first generation, which established the Mustang as a distinct category of American automobile. It continued to offer a range of body styles and engine options, allowing for considerable personalization and appealing to a broad market segment. The 1966 model year saw refinements rather than radical changes, solidifying its design language and market position.
The vehicle's construction typically featured a steel unibody chassis. Various engine configurations were available, including inline-six and V8 options, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. Specific dimensions varied slightly depending on the body style, such as coupe, convertible, or fastback. The interior offered a functional layout, with instrumentation focused on driver information.
This reference holds interest for collectors due to its place in the early history of the Mustang and its enduring popularity. The availability of different engine and trim levels means that specific examples can vary widely in their features and performance. It remains a recognizable and sought-after classic, often celebrated at automotive events worldwide.
Bremont chose this years’ Festival of Speed to launch their collaborative watch with Norton motorcycles. In the past year, Norton Motorcycles celebrated a hundred years since the company’s founding and the name ‘Norton’ first started appearing on the petrol tank of the motorbike. However, and the reason for the launch of the watch, was that Norton also witnessed their re-birth under new ownership. In the past the perennial favourite of the Isle of Man TT races, Norton motorbikes were famed for w
A hundred years ago this year, an innovation in flight took place. For the first time a pilot would fly across a large body of water in a heavier-than-air craft. Louis Blériot was a French aviator, inventor and engineer, a serial entrepreneur, and someone who manufactured and who would test fly his own aircraft (at his own considerable risk) decided to go for the £1000 first prize for flying the English Channel offered by the Daily Mail. On 25 July 1909, at sunrise, Blériot flying his Blériot IX
Ferrari My absolute favourite of all the cars racing up the hill was the 166 Berlinetta (built 1949). Winner at Le Mans 24 Heures, the Mille Miligia, and Spa in 1949. Simply brilliant and ideal for the school run! The incomparable 250 GTO – described by Sir Stirling Moss as perhaps the finest car ever made! This example won came third at Le Mans in 1962. Bugatti Bugatti was also celebrating a Centenary and as a special tribute, a collection of cars from their heyday as a racing Marque. From the
A moderator's life is so painful! Thanks for sharing these beautiful pics of cars and watches. Best, Nicolas
a friend of mine had an 'in' due to some relative and used to go every year, lucky bug***. i understand the atmosphere is part Formula 1, part Henley regatta and the rest is equivalent to the best motor museum on earth. its very good to see a British watch company doing the official timing for a very british event. Lord March is that kind of man from what i've heard. i do like the Bremont Norton. i have a bit of a soft spot for Norton's despite my lack of years as i lived and worked in and aroun
Perhaps next year we should organise a GTG at the Festival of Speed!! Great photo's Andrew. Mine all seem to be of the 917's and the pre war Auto Unions and Mercedes Grand prix cars. Thanks for a great report. Vernon.
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