The Ferrari 365 GTC/4, finished in the rare Verde Blenheim colour, will be showcased at the luxury automotive event at Blenheim Palace this September in the Passione Ferrari Concours class.

One of just three models originally painted in Verde Blenheim – and believed to be the only one with a beige interior – the car was first registered in January 1972 and delivered to its original owner, Baron Giovanni Silvestri, the following month.

Andrew Bagley, chairman and co-founder of Salon Privé, said: “The Ferrari 365 GTC/4 is one of those cars that is often overshadowed by some of Ferrari’s more famous models, but those who know them appreciate just how special they are.

“To find an example as rare and original as this is remarkable enough, but the fact it is finished in Verde Blenheim makes the Salon Privé Concours field at Blenheim Palace, the ideal stage for the 365, where its owners can showcase its rarity, provenance, and fascinating history in equal measure.”

The car spent more than 40 years in Italy, passing through several owners before moving to Germany in 2013.

Salon Privé 2026 will mark its first public appearance at Blenheim Palace.

Built between 1971 and 1972, the Ferrari 365 GTC/4 features a 4.4-litre Colombo V12 engine producing 340bhp and was capable of reaching speeds up to 163mph.

Only 505 units were ever produced, making it even rarer than the iconic Ferrari Daytona.

Designed by Pininfarina, the car is equipped with pop-up headlights, power steering, air conditioning, and occasional rear seating, offering a blend of high performance and long-distance comfort.

The 365 GTC/4 joins a standout collection of entries at this year’s Salon Privé, including a 1952 Ferrari 212 Coupé Speciale by Ghia – originally owned by Argentinian president Juan Perón – a 1953 Bristol 404 Prototype, a 1963 Mercedes-Benz Roadster 300SL, and a 1982 Lamborghini Countach 5000S.

Salon Privé will return to Blenheim Palace from Wednesday, September 2 to Sunday, September 6.

The event will feature the Salon Privé Concours by Aviva Private Clients, which will showcase some of the rarest and most significant privately-owned vehicles from around the world, judged by an international panel of experts.

Other highlights include Ladies’ Day by Boodles, Concours de Vente, the Club Trophy presented by Lockton, Supercar Sunday, and Lifestyle Clubs Day.

For ticket bookings, visit https://www.salonpriveconcours.com/.

To enter a vehicle in this year’s Concours, visit https://www.salonpriveconcours.com/apply-to-enter/.

North East Oxford Neighbourhood officers attended reports of a dangerous dog incident and subsequently made an arrest.

The dog had caused distress for residents and dog owners as it had been involved in several attacks on other dogs.

It remains in secure kennels while the matter proceeds through the courts.

The individual who was arrested has since been charged and has been released on strict court bail conditions until they attend court in connection with the incident.

The Thames Valley Police have acknowledged the upset caused by these events and have expressed hope that their recent actions will reassure the community.

The police also thanked the residents for their patience, support, and the information provided to officers throughout our enquiries.

Mark Temple, a bus driver with Oxford Bus Company, rode in 10 hours and five minutes, raising funds for Sobell House, which provided end-of-life care for his father and grandmother-in-law.

He began the challenge at Anfield, the Liverpool FC stadium, shortly after 4am on Sunday, June 14, and finished at the Kassam Stadium in Oxford.

Mr Temple said: “It felt right to start at Anfield, and I got goosebumps as I’m a massive Liverpool fan.

“It made me a bit nervous as there’s just something special about Anfield. The weather was beautiful and the conditions were perfect.”

He said during the first 10 miles, he was ‘a little bit nervous’, too eager and not concentrating on the plan.

Adding: “But then I started taking in the scenery and enjoying the culmination of eight months of preparation.

“My only real physical struggle was when I got to Chipping Norton and was faced with a couple of huge hills, and I started to have a little bit of self-doubt, but as soon as I saw the signs for Woodstock, it was like I had new legs.

“Normally I’m quite muted when I complete these challenges, but there was an explosion of emotions.

“I picked up my bike and lifted it above my head. My brother was in tears and I just sort of let go.”

Mr Temple was supported throughout his eight months of training by Oxford Bus Company driver Terry Brackett, Michael Stopp from Thames Travel, and his brother Justin Temple.

He said: “Throughout this whole thing, Terry has been a superstar.

“He gave me my training plan and listened to all my moaning, telling me when I was doing too much or too little training.

“My brother worked tirelessly on the map and refined it a couple of days before we started, making little tweaks that made a big difference.

“My support team was always within a mile of me, giving me instructions, shoving food in my face and getting me drinks.”

Sobell House, based in Oxfordshire, offers specialist palliative and end-of-life care to adults with life-limiting illnesses and support for their families.

Mark said: “Sobell was my only motivation throughout, and we tweaked the cycle route so we could stop there and at the Oxford Bus Company depot.”

Beth Marsh, director of fundraising at Sobell House, said: “We are incredibly grateful to Mark for taking on such an extraordinary challenge in support of Sobell House.”