“Wait a minute, Doc. Are you telling me that you built a time machine… out of a DeLorean?!”- Marty Mcfly- Back to the Future.

After numerous hours  watching films on Saturday afternoons or at Christmas whilst having some kind of trifle, you may have wondered what it would be like to own a super awesome car.

However fictional some of them may be, you can’t help but imagine what it would be like to cruise around the nearest ring road and have everyone look at you. After a few lunchtime conversations I realised that fantasising about owning a cool car is a popular pastime for both men and women.

We have put together a list of cars which people would like to own, even if you only wanted them when you were young these cars will still get your heart racing.  So from the down-right ridiculous to the more subtle vehicles, here goes. Don’t judge, just accept that these cars are boss and blow your Nissan Navara off the M6, actually scratch that, the map!

“AHH the Mirth Mobile”or known to us mere mortals as a 1976 AMC Pacer.

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For the past ten years there have been many milestones reached in the automotive industry such as the production of hybrid vehicles and since 2010 the fully battery powered Nissan Leaf.

LEAF is an acronym for ‘Leading Environmental friendly, Affordable, Family Car’ and it does exactly what it says on the tin.

Today Central Contracts has been lucky enough to have an in-depth presentation on the Nissan LEAF courtesy of Neil Brereton from Nissan.

The LEAF was first released in Japan where it is still produced and also released into the USA market in the same year. The following year the LEAF gained a 5* NCAP rating proving that it will work hard to cocoon you in an eco-bubble should anything happen. Shortly after release the Nissan LEAF won the Green Car Vision Award 2010, European Car of the Year 2011, World Car of the Year and finally the 2011- 2012 Car of the Year Japan. read more…

Looking back at the previous posts Toyota seems to be the favourite manufacturer from the data which we have gathered previously.

The Toyota Hilux seems to be a popular model with a number of countries so far but will Toyota  prevail in the next list of countries or let another manufacturer take over the steering wheel?

Cape Verde

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The third of our Olympic themed blogs which showcases the most popular manufacturers in each country competing in the 2012 London Olympics.

Have you ever wondered what people drive thousands of miles away or what’s the most popular in each country?Here are the next 20 countries and what the inhabitants are most likely to be seen cruising around their home towns in.

Bosnia-Herzegovina

The Toyota Premio is a large spacious saloon fit for families or business executives who want to travel in style. Toyota seems to be the favourite and in first position on average for all of the countries mentioned. The Scoda Fabia and the Octavia also dominate the Bosnian car market.

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The second instalment of the Olympic blog posts which showcase the most popular manufacturers in each country,  participating in the Olympics. You may even be surprised at some of the most popular cars sold in each country. I know we certainly were.

Azerbaijan  – The Mercedes C Class

Home to the largest town built on stilts the Mercedes C class is the most popular vehicle in the country. Purchasing a Mercedes in Azerbaijan seems to be  second nature as in 2nd and 3rd place are also the Mercedes models. The E class followed by the Mercedes V class. The V class is also immensely popular, although you don’t see too many of them here in Britian. read more…

With the Olympics only a stones throw away advertisers have started to use the Olympics as inspiration for all of their marketing needs. From Subway to Virgin Media a lot of popular brands now have Olympic fever, and at Central Contracts we are no different.

So to stick with the Olympic theme here is the ultimate list of the most popular models and manufacturers in each Olympic nation. As that is 216 countries this will be part one of10, so come back soon to see the rest of the list. read more…

Boy Racer: ‘Someone who thinks it’s clever to spend £5,000 tarting up a £50 piece of crap that is one MOT away from the junk yard’ – Urban Dictionary

It’s Wednesday night, you’ve eaten your tea, watched ‘Come Dine With Me’ and are more than ready to get into bed. However in the distance you can hear that irritating thudding which can only mean one thing, there’s either a T-Rex in the cul-de-sac or there’s a fleet of boy racers on their way through your area.

You know you shouldn’t encourage them but you can’t help but take a glance out the window, as they get closer, to see what hideous automobile is outside. Maybe you have a son or daughter who is looking for a car and their preferred choice is somewhat questionable, maybe this is because they are a secret girl or boy racer. If you suspect you are helping a boy racer, take a look at the top ten boy racer cars and stop them in their tracks before you are stuck with the drone of their music for the next few years and can’t even take advantage of a free lift to the local pub. read more…

Cars crop up in conversations everywhere, at work or even when you’re in the pub with your friends,watching your favourite football team lose.

However there are cars which stick out from the crowd and cause a stir in the motor industry.

So here goes, we have put together a list of cool cars which always set tongues wagging. Unfortunately, some are fictional and impossible to own – I believe Bruce Wayne is pretty protective! These cars have followings larger than cities, from farmers to footballers.

You may know people who own some of these cars and yes, we’re confirming it they are in a cult. The cult of popular and most talked about motors. As you read through the list you will start to see both the sublime and the ridiculous but I bet your bottom dollar that somewhere in your area there’s one of these beauties.

Wonder which of these vehicles you would love to own, if you don’t already.

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The midlife crisis ‘an emotional crisis of identity and a new found self confidence that can occur in early middle age’

Over the years both men and women have been said to have experienced or are currently experiencing a “midlife crisis”.

It seems to suddenly dawn on them that their days of nightclubs and mini skirts have finally come to a close. A number of things could spark the reinvention, maybe a divorce or change in career which then leads to a passion for a new lease of life. Purchasing a sports car can often be the starting point.

Central Contracts are about to showcase the top ten cars that scream the words ‘midlife crisis’.

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If you’re looking for a new car but are worried about the initial cost and stress of saving then leasing could be the perfect solution.

There are a multitude of reasons why you should lease a car which you may not even know about.

One of the most appealing points of leasing a vehicle either it be for commercial or personal use is the low initial payment which is made at the start of your contract. Usually you will be expected to pay 3 monthly payments upfront. Depending on the vehicle which you want to lease, this is much more manageable than taking out a loan for a car which has a high interest rate or purchasing a car in full. Result! read more…