A RARE 1910 Talbot 6AS introduced to compete with the Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost is among more than 100 veteran cars set to attend this summer's Tractor Fest at Newby Hall.

The Edwardian car was one of just 52 manufactured by Clément-Talbot Limited in Kensington, of which just four survive.

Only two remain on the road - one in Australia and one in the UK, owned by North Yorkshire businessman Richard Sturdy.

With a maximum speed of 60 mph, the 3.6 litre car has braking on the rear wheels only - common in 1910.

The car now owned by Mr Sturdy was shipped to Australia in July 1910 and sold to a landowner.

It was rediscovered in the 1960s in a derelict state by car enthusiast John Gloyne and meticulously rebuilt in time to compete in the 1970 Sydney to Melbourne International Rally.

More recently, it was bought by an English collector, before being acquired by Mr Sturdy who will drive it to the Tractor Fest on June 6 and 7.

Mr Sturdy said: “I was fortunate to acquire the Talbot in 2015, since when it has been used on many Veteran Car Club road events and has performed impeccably throughout.

“The car is in fine condition with a powerful engine that was very advanced for 1910 and is a comfortable ride."

He added: “I consider myself fortunate to have such a lovely example of such a rare Edwardian motor car and it is my personal favourite from my small collection."