AC COBRA

Dax Cars, the British sports car manufacturer was established back in 1968 and became the first British company to create a kitbased replica of the iconic AC 427 Cobra - which was only ever produced between '65 and '67. Bringing the beautiful silhouette of this stand-out automobile to 'the general public', this kit car revolution allowed owners to experiment with a number of engines and under body mechanics.

This right-hand drive 1975 AC Cobra Dax Reproduction is a historic registered vehicle finished with silver coachwork, and of course, an obligatory contrast red racing stripe. A red leather interior and new red carpets completes the aesthetic on this fine example.

Under the bonnet sits a potent Jaguar E Type V12 engine with six twin downdraft carburettors, a manual four-speed transmission with overdrive, strengthened chassis to cope with the additional power and visually and audibly enjoyable side pipes. There are numerous invoices indicated no expense has been spared in maintaining this American styled icon.

Perfectly timed for the warmer weather, the soft-top configuration - along with additional side screens - make this the ideal weekend car to soak up the sun while winding around country lanes or cruising along coastal roads. Whatever your plans for this car, one thing's for sure; you won't see many in this condition available for purchase, certainly not from as early as 1975.

This is one not to be missed and is a must see to fully appreciate its style and beauty.

The soaring demand for outdoor space which emerged during the pandemic continues to shape buyer choices. Demand for homes with larger gardens and outside space has increased significantly over the past three years meaning these homes command higher premiums than ever before. The value of homes with large gardens in London up to 36% higher than those with no outside space, on a £/sq ft basis according to our latest prime index. And so, it makes sense to invest in your garden and even a small outside space can be transformed into a tranquil oasis.

The warmer months are when our gardens really come alive, and therefore offer the perfect extension to our interiors becoming a space to sit back and relax or entertain family and friends on a warm summers evening.

Here are a few top tips to create the ultimate summer garden:

Planting:

A summer garden should combine colour and interest as well as creating pockets of shade where possible. Using a mixture of evergreen and perennial plants, as well as annuals and biennials will help your garden look put together and attractive year round as the seasons go by. For those fortunate enough to have a larger garden, these can be planted directly in garden boarders, but also in pots if you have a courtyard or balcony. Pots are also a fantastic option if you are renting. Small tress, climbers and bamboos can provide living green walls and are ideal for those wanting a little more privacy, while larger trees create enviable dappled shade.

Edible gardens are also on the rise, so if you want to