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Scotsman
5 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Fife-based outdoor brand marks 45 years of UK manufacturing with new collection
The Fife-based outdoor clothing brand, Keela, is celebrating over four decades of manufacturing in the UK with the unveiling of its 'Albion Collection'. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Since 1980, Ilasco, the parent company of Keela, has been manufacturing in its factory in Glenrothes, Fife – as well as using materials from UK-only suppliers, where possible. To celebrate this milestone, Keela has launched its Albion Collection, which is made up of several jackets and accessories that highlight the best of UK craftsmanship. The Albion Collection is further strengthened with several of Keela's supply partners including; HD Wool, British Millerain, Halley Stevensons, and Harris Tweed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The release of the Albion Collection comes at a time when the UK's fashion and textile industry is on the rise after years of decline with the increase in fast fashion and imported goods. It is estimated the textiles industry contributes £62bn to the UK economy, with the number of UK manufacturers increasing 13% between 2010 and 2020. Keela Sales Director, Sam Fernando Sam Fernando, Keela Sales Director said: 'We're absolutely delighted to be launching the Albion Collection and be able to showcase what can be created right here in the UK. 'As a business, local manufacturing has always been a priority, and it is exciting to see that the industry is on the rise – not only for our economy but to help protect our environment by creating clothing more responsibly.'
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value
It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds HIDDEN GEM- Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years has sold for over £76,000, which was over triple its estimate. The dust-covered 911 3.2 Carrera Sport coupé was put into storage by its owner in 2011 after being bought in 2002. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 The Porsche that was left in a barn for 14 years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Its three litre engine produced 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph. And it was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car only covered 476 miles in the five years before it went into the barn. It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Ahead of its auction its listing said: "The car presented here is a C16 1989-model example from the final year of 3.2 production before the introduction of the 964. "It is a Carrera 3.2 Sport which was a UK-only model and came factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. "It was optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic." The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners before being snapped up in October 2002, the listing read. It added: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. The listing added: "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Remastered Porsche so rare only 25 were ever made could be yours for eye-popping £850K – with 4L engine & 435 horsepower "MOT records indicate minimal usage - just 476 miles covered in five years. "This is wholly in keeping with what we know about our vendor, who was a very much a car enthusiast, having owned all sorts of interesting cars from Jaguars to 2CVs, but who was also a very busy solicitor with little time to enjoy his Porsche. "At some point in 2011, he drove the car into his barn adjoining his stone Northamptonshire house and there it has sat ever since." Despite being abandoned, the barn's warm, dry air helped preserve the rare car remarkably well. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000-mile 911, with original features and components still in place. "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy A spokesperson "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate. "Sadly the owner passed away in early 2025 and it falls to the family, particularly his son, to find it a new home. "This fantastic car is sensibly guided and will obviously require close inspection and a thorough recommissioning before starting/driving but it offers huge potential. "Cars built from September 1986 onwards were fitted with the more user-friendly G50 Getrag gearbox. "But all 3.2 Carreras feature galvanised bodies, which together with Porsche's legendary build quality, ensure that these classics are long lasting." It was expected to fetch around £25,000 when sold on Saturday by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton. A spokesperson said: "It was driven into a barn for storage in 2011 and offered exactly as found, dust and all. "It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy. "With 33 registered telephone bidders as well as numerous bidders in the room and online, bidding raced to £76,500. "This wonderfully preserved G50‑gearbox example that remains largely original, obviously captured bidders' imaginations with its untouched state and clear potential." It comes after astonishing images showed an abandoned graveyard of vintage cars and fire engines left to rot. And a classic car dealership worth a whopping £200,000 has been discovered - after sitting in the dark for 20 years. 5 It was expected to fetch around £25,000 Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value
AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years has sold for over £76,000, which was over triple its estimate. The dust-covered Advertisement 5 The Porsche that was left in a barn for 14 years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Its three litre engine produced 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph. And it was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car only covered 476 miles in the five years before it went into the barn. It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Advertisement read more on motors Ahead of its auction its listing said: "The car presented here is a C16 1989-model example from the final year of 3.2 production before the introduction of the 964. "It is a Carrera 3.2 Sport which was a UK-only model and came factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. "It was optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic." The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners before being snapped up in October 2002, the listing read. Advertisement Most read in Motors It added: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. The listing added: "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Remastered Porsche so rare only 25 were ever made could be yours for eye-popping £850K – with 4L engine & 435 horsepower " "This is wholly in keeping with what we know about our vendor, who was a very much a car enthusiast, having owned all sorts of interesting cars from Jaguars to 2CVs, but who was also a very busy solicitor with little time to enjoy his Porsche. Advertisement "At some point in 2011, he drove the car into his barn adjoining his stone Northamptonshire house and there it has sat ever since." Despite being abandoned, the barn's warm, dry air helped preserve the rare car remarkably well. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000-mile 911, with original features and components still in place. "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. Advertisement It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy A spokesperson "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate. "Sadly the owner passed away in early 2025 and it falls to the family, particularly his son, to find it a new home. "This fantastic car is sensibly guided and will obviously require close inspection and a thorough recommissioning before starting/driving but it offers huge potential. "Cars built from September 1986 onwards were fitted with the more user-friendly G50 Getrag gearbox. Advertisement "But all 3.2 Carreras feature galvanised bodies, which together with Porsche's legendary build quality, ensure that these classics are long lasting." It was expected to fetch around £25,000 when sold on Saturday by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton. A spokesperson said: "It was driven into a barn for storage in 2011 and offered exactly as found, dust and all. "It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy. Advertisement "With 33 registered telephone bidders as well as numerous bidders in the room and online, bidding raced to £76,500. "This wonderfully preserved G50‑gearbox example that remains largely original, obviously captured bidders' imaginations with its untouched state and clear potential." It comes after astonishing images And a classic car dealership worth a Advertisement 5 It was expected to fetch around £25,000 Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left untouched in a barn for 14 years goes on sale – it could be yours for £25,000
It has a top speed of over 150mph and can do 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds FROZEN IN TIME Iconic 1980s Porsche left untouched in a barn for 14 years goes on sale – it could be yours for £25,000 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche, left untouched in a barn for 14 years, is now on sale for £25,000. The Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport coupé was put into storage by its owner in 2011 after being bought in 2002. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 A Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport Coupe is set to be auctioned later this month Credit: SWNS 5 It was left gathering dust in a barn in Northamptonshire for 14 years Credit: SWNS 5 Its owner, a busy solicitor, did not have time to drive it Credit: SWNS Its three litre engine produces 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph - and is capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car had only covered 476 miles years before its owner, a busy solicitor in Northamptonshire, moved it into a barn next to his home. He has recently passed away, prompting the family to sell on the iconic motor. The UK-only C16 model dates back to 1989, the final year of 3.2 production, before the introduction of the 964. It comes factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. It was also optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic. The listing states: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire." It adds: "Kept warm and dry by a neighbouring room, this old building has done a very reasonable job of preserving this special car. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000 mile 911, with original features and components still in place. Porsche Cayenne fitted with brainy 'matrix headlights' that change nighttime driving forever "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate." The Porsche will auctioned by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton on 17 May - with an estimated sale price of £20,000 to £25,000. It comes after an iconic 90s Ford Escort with its original rear spoiler hit the market for a whopping £100,000, ten times its original value. The vintage motor was built at the Rhein Assembly Plant in Germany in 1992, making it one of the "highly collectable" 2,500 "Big Turbo" vehicles. It was one of only 7,145 ever made and can reach a top speed of 147mph. Meanwhile, a classic 1964 Aston Martin DB5, regarded as the ultimate "Bond Car", was listed for auction with an expected sale price of £512,000. The vehicle had been restored with a rare Caribbean Pearl finish, electric windows, reclining seats, a three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel and wool carpeting. PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO E-HYBRID COUPÉ – THE KEY SPECS Here are the key details... Top speed: 190mph 0 to 62mph: 3.6 seconds Engine: 4-litre V8 petrol with electric motor Power: ~730 horsepower Torque: 950Nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic gearbox Electric range (combined): 44 miles Electric range (city): 49 miles Charge time (11kW): 2.2 hours Length: 4.93 metres Width without mirrors folded: 2.19 metres Height: 1.65 metres Wheelbase: 2.9 metres Luggage compartment volume: 434 litres Luggage volume with seats folded: 1,344 litres Fuel tank: 70 litres Picture Credit: Porsche 5 The owner sadly passed away this year, prompting his family to sell the car on Credit: SWNS 5 It is expected to fetch up to £25,000 at auction Credit: SWNS
The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left untouched in a barn for 14 years goes on sale – it could be yours for £25,000
AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche, left untouched in a barn for 14 years, is now on sale for £25,000. The Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport coupé was put into storage by its owner in 2011 after being bought in 2002. Advertisement 5 A Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport Coupe is set to be auctioned later this month Credit: SWNS 5 It was left gathering dust in a barn in Northamptonshire for 14 years Credit: SWNS 5 Its owner, a busy solicitor, did not have time to drive it Credit: SWNS Its three litre engine produces 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph - and is capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car had only covered 476 miles years before its owner, a busy solicitor in Northamptonshire, moved it into a barn next to his home. He has recently passed away, prompting the family to sell on the iconic motor. The UK-only C16 model dates back to 1989, the final year of 3.2 production, before the introduction of the 964. Advertisement read more motors news It comes factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. It was also optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic. The listing states: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire." Advertisement Most read in Motors It adds: "Kept warm and dry by a neighbouring room, this old building has done a very reasonable job of preserving this special car. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000 mile 911, with original features and components still in place. Porsche Cayenne fitted with brainy 'matrix headlights' that change nighttime driving forever "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate." Advertisement The Porsche will auctioned by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton on 17 May - with an estimated sale price of £20,000 to £25,000. It comes after an iconic 90s Ford Escort with its original rear spoiler The vintage motor was built at the Rhein Assembly Plant in Germany in 1992, making it one of the "highly collectable" 2,500 "Big Turbo" vehicles. It was one of only 7,145 ever made and can reach a top speed of 147mph. Advertisement Meanwhile, a classic 1964 Aston Martin DB5, regarded as the ultimate "Bond Car", was listed for auction The vehicle had been restored with a rare Caribbean Pearl finish, electric windows, reclining seats, a three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel and wool carpeting. PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO E-HYBRID COUPÉ – THE KEY SPECS Here are the key details... Top speed: 190mph 0 to 62mph: 3.6 seconds Engine: 4-litre V8 petrol with electric motor Power: ~730 horsepower Torque: 950Nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic gearbox Electric range (combined): 44 miles Electric range (city): 49 miles Charge time (11kW): 2.2 hours Length: 4.93 metres Width without mirrors folded: 2.19 metres Height: 1.65 metres Wheelbase: 2.9 metres Luggage compartment volume: 434 litres Luggage volume with seats folded: 1,344 litres Fuel tank: 70 litres Picture Credit: Porsche 5 The owner sadly passed away this year, prompting his family to sell the car on Credit: SWNS 5 It is expected to fetch up to £25,000 at auction Credit: SWNS Advertisement
