The Aronde 1300 Flash engine: what it really brings to Simca
In 1956, the Flash engine gives the Aronde 1300 extra presence more than absolute transformation. That well-placed gain helps Simca prolong the model’s success.
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Stepped grille and monocoque shell: how to recognise a Simca 9
The Simca 9 is first identified by its front end and overall coherence. To avoid confusing it with later Arondes, one should read a set of simple but matching clues.
Provençal market or night market in the gulf: which one should you choose
Morning markets and evening markets do not tell the same story. One belongs to daily life, the other accompanies the season and the evening walk.
When to go out in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez depending on the season of events
The same gulf does not offer the same outings in February, May or September. Reading the season helps you aim for the right kind of event.
The complete history of the Austin marque
From Longbridge in 1905 to the fading of the badge in the 1980s, Austin reflects a large part of Britain’s popular motoring history.
