Are the Brits bringing back the cool in cars?

British cars have always been cool. But owning them hasn't necessarily been the same.

Jag convertibles have always been the only car to be seen in if you're the sort of louche, elegantly dressed playboy out for a night on the tiles; Rolls-Royce has always been the epitome of old-money elegance and presence; and Bentleys have always combined beautifully crafted interiors with massive power and performance.

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dblo7 - 5/22/2006 1:36:53 PM

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Too bad there are no more Brit brands owned by Brits! Astin can do no wrong, even if they replaced the spare tire with Wine and Wine glasses =)

pino_b - 5/23/2006 8:28:28 PM

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too bad FORD now ownes Jaguar and Aston. isn't all that Brit after all!!!!

Matthew1 - 5/24/2006 10:10:39 PM

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Then go for the aluminium option.

And I cannot see the antenna that is spoken of?