As editor of News from the Mews I puzzled over Ecurie Ecosse’s exclusion from E-types. Encouraged by Graham Gauld, who probably knew more than I did about Murray’s falling star, I took one to the Mews. Everybody wanted to goad Murray into an E-type but it was already too late. George Williamson, Glasgow camera-shop owner had bought one of the first E-types in Scotland. I promised him lunch with David Murray.
Read MoreAston Martin recreates Le Mans
Every year the Pebble Beach Concours highlights a classic make. First time I went, in 1989, Aston Martin was celebrating the 30th anniversary of a memorable victory at Le Mans and the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) International Championship for Makes, the world sports car championship. Winning drivers reunited with their cars. Aston Martin caretakers Victor Gauntlett and Peter Livanos brought former owner, octogenarian Sir David Brown, together with six drivers for a week-end reunion
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