This week on Wheels & Deals, for our Christmas special, I’m joined by Martin Buckley from his Classic Car Barn to talk about one very special vehicle, a Range Rover with the registration RAY 606W, was it associated with Charles and Diana??

Martin also shares the fascinating story behind a photograph of a BMC Pininfarina 1800, a car that went on to influence both the Lancia Gamma and the Citroën CX. We then delve into the dramatic history of the 1955 Le Mans disaster, including a personal connection to one of the drivers, Lance Macklin, through his wife Sheila.

Pitstops:

• The story of how a one-off BMC prototype influenced the design of two of the most iconic European saloons of the 70s.

• The tragic tale of the 1955 Le Mans disaster and the surprising connections to Winston Churchill’s private secretary.

• A look at some of the other incredible cars in Martin’s collection, including a Maserati Ghibli and a Monteverdi 375/4.

• The story of how Martin acquired his three-door Range Rover for just £6,000 and its potential connection to the royal family.

• A discussion on the timeless appeal of the classic Range Rover and its classless image.

A Nod to:

• BMC (British Motor Corporation)

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