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‘It’ bags are the classic cars of the fashion set

‘It’ bags are the classic cars of the fashion set Handbags are the new shoes, the must have “it” accessory that has all the fashion-istas clamouring for the latest offering from popular designers. It’s also a market that has more in common with the male-dominated world of classic cars than you’d realise. Few of you will have missed the fuss a couple of months ago when Sainsbury’s sold 20,000 “I’m not a plastic bag” Anya Hind-march totes for [pound]5 each. Within hours those same unbleached cotton bags were selling for in excess of [pound]150 on eBay. “Every girl has a...

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Buying An Automotive Extended Service Contract

Buying An Automotive Extended Service Contract Should You Buy An Automotive Extended Service Contract? The decision to purchase an extended service contract or mechanical break down policy as they are sometimes called is a decision that has many variables. Depending on the age of the vehicle, the usage, how long do you plan on keeping the vehicle for are just a few questions that need to be considered. If you look online, some of these so called guru’s who write scam pieces will tell you—Don’t Buy—it’s a scam. I whole heartily disagree with their opinions, I question if they have...

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The Toys Of The New Generation: Dangerous Four Wheel Atvs

The Toys Of The New Generation: Dangerous Four Wheel Atvs Although 4 wheeler atvs are some of the most dangerous vehicles known to man, people are more than ever buying 4 wheelers for kids. Not only do these four wheelers tear up the natural habitat, but they make tremendous noise, disturbing the native wildlife while causing their terrible erosion. Back in the days, young people eroded the soil and basically wrecked things for everyone else trying to enjoy the wilderness. But worst of all, is the danger of the 4 wheelers. Going four-wheeling in one of those big trucks is...

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Shade Tree Automotive Diagnostics And Care – Part I – See No Evil

Shade Tree Automotive Diagnostics And Care – Part I – See No Evil Learning a little more about how to better care for your vehicles is a good idea for any number of reasons. It allows you to know if an unscrupulous mechanic is attempting to gouge you on your repairs – and that will save you money. It can prevent you from making unnecessary repairs – and that will save you money. It can help you locate a problem and fix it early, thus saving more money – sometimes a whole lot of money. It allows you to be...

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Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips

Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips One of the most overlooked parts of a vehicle, and one of the most common automotive repairs is the timing belt. Your car’s timing belt may look like an accessory, but the fact is that if it fails, your car will suddenly stop, and, if you’re lucky, you will find yourself stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck. Timing belts are typically made of nylon reinforced rubber, with square teeth located on the inside surface. While you drive, the belt transfers the rotation of the crankshaft the camshaft, which in...

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Pickup Truck Safety: Statistics You Need to Know

Pickup Truck Safety: Statistics You Need to Know According to the Ohio Department of Safety, there are more than 200 deaths each year in the U.S. associated with riding in the cargo area of pickup trucks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that pickup truck occupants are three times more likely to be involved in rollover crashes than in other types of vehicles. The largest number of vehicle fatalities and injuries are caused by rollover crashes. Are pickups simply not as safe as cars and SUVs? It turns out that the fatality rates have little to do with a...

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Purchasing Trucks, Trains, and Toy Autos on EBay

Purchasing Trucks, Trains, and Toy Autos on EBay Before there was an Internet, there were only a few ways people could get rid of things like toy trains that they no longer wanted. They could sell them at a yard sale for a couple of dollars. They could take them to . They could place a for sale ad in the classified section of the newspaper. They could auction them at one of two types of live auctions; a high end auction which are held by internationally known firms, or a local auction where both the clientele and merchandise are...

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Where To Find Classic Car Parts

Where To Find Classic Car Parts Classic car parts are not easy to come by. But if you have finally been able to purchase the classic car you’ve always dreamed of, finding the classic car parts to restore and accessorize it may be a high on your priority list. Whether you have a muscle car, an antique or a vintage model, you will inevitably find the need to replace and restore some of your car parts. Classic car parts are not as readily available as for the cars that are still in production. You can’t just walk into a dealership...

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Glamorous Classic Car Auctions

Glamorous Classic Car Auctions For the automobile enthusiast, there is nothing quite like the excitement of attending classic car auctions. Whether going to buy or just look on in wonder with dropped jaws, everyone always has a fantastic time at the various classic car auctions that happen throughout the year. Are you a collector of fine automobiles? Does that one certain type of car just make your mouth water? Instead of hunting for that Chevelle or Corvette at car lots all over town, you should make a weekend of it and attend one of the classic car auctions that occur...

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James Bond Toys

James Bond Toys The James Bond franchise is an international success story, unparalleled in the movie industry. DVDs, computer games, board games and posters all contribute to the vast merchandising opportunities. James Bond toys and action figures are bought by children and serious collectors alike. New items come on the market with each new film and there are also companies that specialize in used items from the classic films. Various actors have portrayed the spy and there are figures to represent each of them, including George Lazenby who only made one appearance as Bond. These are dressed in the familiar...

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