Skoda celebrates 120 years by showing off its rare roadster

Skoda UK has celebrated the end of its parent company’s 120th anniversary year in style, bringing an amazing group of heritage cars together – including a super-rare 1100 OHC Roadster that is one of just two in existence.

Newer models were also included, with the 2004 Octavia vRS marking the brand’s first sporty car since the Volkswagen takeover more than a decade previously.

A 1963 Felicia and a very similar Octavia from 1964 provided some American-styled glamour from a new age of consumer optimism, while a fantastic 1977 110R showcased Skoda’s motorsport intentions.

The 1100 OHC Roadster, one of only two left from an incredibly small build run, is the jewel in the UK heritage fleet’s crown. Collectors worldwide would love to get their hands on such a rare piece of automotive history.

Skoda was formed from a merger between car and motorbike makers Vaclav Laurin (a mechanic) and Vaclav Klement (a bookseller) and Czech engineering firm Pizen Skodova. The Laurin and Klement names are still used today on flagship variants of some Skoda models.

Last year the company sold more than a million cars globally for the first time ever.

Film star

Aston Martin recently screened a documentary on the creation of the DB10 Bond Car at a drive-in cinema in the Great Court of Blenheim Palace.

The exclusive event, where all attendees arrived in Aston Martins, demonstrated the effort, imagination and expertise that went into creating the DB10.

Starting from the concept stages all the way through to after the filming of Spectre, the documentary gave viewers unparalleled access to every part of the process.

Only 10 DB10 cars will ever be made, making it one of the most coveted but unattainable vehicles by the British car maker.

The Skoda 1100 OHC Roadster that is one of only two in existence.