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Make a meal out of Rolls with hamper

ROLLS-ROYCE has designed the perfect accompaniment to an end-ofthe-line Phantom: a bespoke picnic hamper. Part of the Zenith collection, the hamper (above) is handmade from American walnut and natural leather.

Each one comes with lead crystal wine glasses, handmade stainless steel cutlery, embroidered napkins and an American walnut chopping board. There’s bespoke crockery and the contrasting stitching echoes the Phantom Drophead Coupé’s interior. Each hamper carries a unique plaque relating to the owner’s Phantom. Prices haven’t been disclosed.

Cut Corsa bills with new Haynes manual

OWNERS of the big-selling 2011-14 Vauxhall Corsa can cut maintenance costs as a new Haynes manual has launched to help with DIY servicing.

The new manual covers 1.0 and 1.4-litre petrol models, plus 1.3-litre diesels. It guides you through simple maintenance to complete rebuilds with Haynes’ step-by-step instructions supported by photos and drawings.

It costs £22.99 – there’s also a digital version – and is available from www.haynes.co.uk.

Big classic car show back in Manchester

THE Footman James Classic Car Show – one of the UK’S biggest displays of vintage and classic cars – returns to Eventcity in Manchester on 17-18 September. It’s not just a static show; visitors will be treated to live displays of classic rally cars as well as other interesting vehicles. Advance tickets are £12.50 for adults, while under16s go free. You can buy tickets from