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Electra Holiday Cruiser bicycle for Gap

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We liked the Electra Alexander Girard bike very much – and we’re equally impressed with the Electra Holiday Cruiser bicycle for Gap.

It’s available for both adults and children, both featuring that distinctive retro Electra look, a lightweight aluminium frame, coaster brakes and of course, that bold blue argyle design and matching blue seat.

Gap (strangely) doesn’t have a UK website, so we’re guessing this is US only, unless you know better. Our US readers can pick up the child’s version for $299 and the adult version for $499. And if you see it in the UK, please let us know.

Find out more at the Gap website

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Derringer bicycle – 1920s-style eco bike

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I don’t think these are selling anywhere in the UK (at least, not as far as we can see), but if you happen to be in the US (or fancy paying the shipping), the Derringer bicycle is a stylish way of cutting through the traffic.

Not just a retro-styled bike, the Derringer is a motorised bicycle, designed to look like a 1920s racing bike. And with a fuel economy upwards of 150 mpg from the 49cc engine (capable of up to 35mph), it’s also a cost-effective way of getting around. Even better if you use the pedals.

Plenty of distinctive designs to choose from, all the work of industrial designer Adrian Van Anz and all guaranteed to turn heads as you travel. If you want to know or want to find all those all-important prices, drop Derringer an email via the website.

Find out more at the Derringer website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, Film and TV

James Bond’s Lotus Esprit from The Spy Who Loved Me up for auction

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It’s one of the most famous screen cars of all time – and James Bond’s Lotus Esprit could be yours.

The car stole the show in the 1977 flick The Spy Who Loved Me, not only for its ability to speed around the Italian scenery, but for its ability to dive underwater and fire missiles. Sadly, you can’t do either of the last two (it was all special effects), but if you want to whizz about the country in a Roger Moore slacks and blazer outfit, this is the car for you.

The car itself was stripped of its movie extras (like the missile button and periscope screen), but was later painstakingly restored at great cost to the movie spec, all those buttons and gadgets going back where they belong. Check out the gallery for loads of images, then speak to your bank manager – it’s expected to sell for between £100,000 and £120,000 at the Olympia, London on 1st December 2008.

Find out more at the Bonhams auction website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, Film and TV

Jimmy’s Lambretta scooter from Quadrophenia up for auction

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A piece of movie history is going through Bonham’s auction room later this month – the scooter rode by Jimmy Cooper in the cult mod flick Quadrophenia, complete with its original KRU 251F number plate.

It’s a Lambretta Li 150 Series 3 scooter, originally dating from 1967 and being sold by current owners Allstyles in Portsmouth. The bike is on its third owner since the movie finished, but has been overhauled to a high standard fairly recently – although this does mean some of the original parts have been replaced by modern spares. Its recent used has been mainly confined to shows and press events of late – a possible money spinner should you want to invest in it.

And it might need to earn its keep, with a hefty estimate being quoted by Bonham’s, between £20,000 and £25,000. Check over the page for a picture of the bike in the movie or check out the Bonham’s site for more on the bike. The auction is being hosted at the Knightsbridge branch on 25th November 2008.

Find out more at the Bonham’s website

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, Men's Fashion

Shell 1970s Bomber Jacket

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If you’re looking for that James Hunt 1970s look, you can start with the jacket – the Shell 1970s Bomber Jacket to be precise.

Part of Shell’s Heritage range, this waist length jacket features old school Shell logos, plenty of padding for those cold winter mornings, a distinctive period colour scheme, two side pockets and one inner pocket.

Limited numbers, it sells for £140.

Find out more at the Magic of Motoring website

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Electra Amsterdam Girard Madonna bike now available to order

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A few weeks back, we covered the launch of the Bobbin Bicycles store in London. And fronting the launch was the Electra Amsterdam Girard Madonna Bicycle, which looked to be a one-off promotional item. How wrong we were.

You see, this super-cool bike is going into production. As you’ll probably realise, it is inspired by Eames collaborator Alexander Girard, with the saddle and grips in a pale blue and white 50s Girard print, coupled with a red powder-coated frame, pale blue rims, dress guards and two distinctive Girard folk characters.

You can order one now via Bobbin or wait until the launch in January – it will set you back £640. And we’re guessing it’s in limited numbers.

Find out more at the Bobbin Bicycles website