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News 8 Aug, 2013

First details on an efficient new 1.0-litre turbo engine for the Vauxhall Adam

News 8 Aug, 2013

First details on an efficient new 1.0-litre turbo engine for the Vauxhall Adam

News 8 Aug, 2013

First details on an efficient new 1.0-litre turbo engine for the Vauxhall Adam

Bay Area to Monterey via Aston Martin DB5

179 Miles in: Coastal California

I have a date with a man named Guy. It's a blind date, and we're meeting at a restaurant named Alice's. How will I know him?

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Bay Area to Monterey via Aston Martin DB5

179 Miles in: Coastal California

I have a date with a man named Guy. It's a blind date, and we're meeting at a restaurant named Alice's. How will I know him?

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Bay Area to Monterey via Aston Martin DB5

179 Miles in: Coastal California

I have a date with a man named Guy. It's a blind date, and we're meeting at a restaurant named Alice's. How will I know him?

Photo Gallery: Bay Area to Monterey via Aston Martin DB5 - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: Bay Area to Monterey via Aston Martin DB5 - Automobile Magazine

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