Revhead Ramblings: Saxton 4X4 Visit: Alex’s Top 5 Cars!

Despite studying their website before my visit, I wasn’t quite prepared for the range and quality of vehicles I’d be presented with at Saxton 4X4’s Chelmsford based showroom.

It’s one thing writing about these cars, but to see and hear them in person is a different experience entirely.  With over 600 vehicles in stock, it’s taken until now to finally compile my top five cars from the day.

Ferrari F430 Scuderia Spider

‘Sensational. Ferrari at its best, and the only road car I’ve ever driven whose electronic chassis aids behave as if they were pulled from a contemporary racing car.’ A snippet from Autocar’s review of the beast from Maranello. This really is a race car for the road, the gearbox delivers shifts as fast as Michael Schumacher’s 2004 F1 car! To look at, the car is a thing of beauty; carbon fibre adorns nearly every surface, a hint to its weight saving nature.

Rolls-Royce Phantom

This car is massive. Absolutely huge. The standard Phantom is half a metre longer than even the longest Mercedes S-Class. So, from the outset, it’s clear that this isn’t a car designed with any fear – or even vague acknowledgement – of the concept of excess. Despite the huge strides Audi, Mercedes and even Bentley have taken in the executive saloon market, they come nowhere near the standard that the Phantom sets.

 Aston Martin DBS Volante

It was unclear at the time of release what the DBS could rival, it was far beyond any Porsche but also fell behind the offerings from Ferrari and Lamborghini. This car isn’t made for twisting mountain passes or tight B-roads; this is the faithful companion for fast cross-country journeys. A sonorous V12 and luxurious cabin make this car one of the best partners for any long trip.

Audi RS6

I have a huge soft spot for the fast estate, there’s something about its flared wheel arches and children head sized exhausts that appeal to me. It has supercar baiting speed but the ability to take a family of 5 and all of their luggage anywhere in the country. It really is the ultimate car!

Land Rover Defender Heritage Edition

The Defender is outclassed by nearly every modern off-roader. It’s slow, noisy and lacks the electronic nannies we’ve grown accustomed to. However, there’s a charm surrounding it that had us begging for more once production ceased. The Heritage, Adventure and Autobiography editions are guaranteed future classics and a great homage to the original car.

 

This list could have gone on for far, far longer. The range and quality of stock on show is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. To get up close with some of the best cars on the market isn’t an everyday occurrence and for that I’d like to extend a huge thank you to Saxton and in particular Ben Pentey, without his presence on social media this wouldn’t have been possible.

Team Click to Take Part in Hats On 4 Ben on World Mental Health Day!

Click Dealer has signed up to take part in the 2018 Hats On 4 Ben charity fundraising event, which will take place on World Mental Health Day. The Clickers have been invited to show up on Wednesday 10th October flaunting their favourite hats.
What is Ben?

Charity organisation, Ben, is open from 8am until 8pm, offering free and confidential support to people who have worked or are currently working within the automotive industry and are experiencing difficulties. Offering tailored, holistic support, Ben focuses on the four main pillars of a person’s well-being and health: physical, mental, financial and social.

Ben understands that, from time to time, your problems may try to get the better of you and it may be hard for you to find your feet during a tough time. Mental health issues typically impact the life of 1 in 4 individuals every year, and while you may never need Ben’s free and confidential support, a colleague, friend or relative might.

To help make sure that those brave enough to reach out for help get the support the need and very much deserve, Ben hosts a variety of fundraisers including Hats On 4 Ben.

Hats On 4 Ben is an annual charity fundraiser for people working within the automotive industry to show their support for colleagues, friends and relatives who have previously suffered or are currently suffering with mental health problems. Every year, companies put on their weird and wonderful hats and make a donation, which will go towards the funding of counselling, therapies and care services provided by the charity.

Why is Click Dealer Supporting Ben?

Click Dealer has always advocated the importance of mental health and general well-being. Although the Clickers are a close-knit team, full of bright and bubbly characters, it’s important for us to keep in mind that we are all human and we all face challenges underneath the surface.

Click Dealer Director, Pippa Rawlinson, said: ‘’We’re so proud to be supporting the Hatson4Ben campaign. Mental health awareness is really important to us at Click Dealer and we are fully behind the incredible work that Ben does for the automotive industry in this field.

“I’m sure The Clickers will be sporting all manner of wacky hats on October 10th and I for one can’t wait!’’

On Wednesday 10th October, team Click will dress to impress in their favourite hats, letting their fellow colleagues know that even if they feel as though the world is against them, they never have to face their problems alone.

How You Can Show Your Support

You can show your support by putting on your own hat and making a small donation to Ben. Every £2 donated on World Mental Health Day through Hats On 4 Ben will contribute to the provision of help and support for you and your fellow automotive colleagues and family dependents.

If you are struggling with mental health or other life challenges, speak to Ben. You can find their contact details, as well as more information about their services here.