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"From the Start of the Cresta Run in St

Background imageCresta Collection: At the Start of the Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912

At the Start of the Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912
Photograph showing a member of the St. Moritz Tobogganing Club leaping onto his machine at the top of the Cresta Run, 1912. This famous course was first laid out in 1884

Background imageCresta Collection: Vauxhall Cresta Britain

Vauxhall Cresta Britain

Background imageCresta Collection: The Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912

The Cresta Run, St. Moritz, 1912
Photograph showing the Cresta Run, with its Crows Nest and grandstand (top) on a St. Moritz race day in 1912. This famous course is the home venue for the St

Background imageCresta Collection: 1959 Vauxhall Cresta PA. Creator: Unknown

1959 Vauxhall Cresta PA. Creator: Unknown
1959 Vauxhall Cresta PA

Background imageCresta Collection: 1960 Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market. Creator: Unknown

1960 Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market. Creator: Unknown
1960 Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market

Background imageCresta Collection: Vauxhall Cresta British

Vauxhall Cresta British

Background imageCresta Collection: The Cresta Run - a repair party at work

The Cresta Run - a repair party at work
Workmen busy tuning up what is one of the most famous toboggan runs in the world - the Cresta Run in St. Moritz - at Battledore and Shuttlecock, two well known turns. Date: 1924

Background imageCresta Collection: The Cresta Run

The Cresta Run
Daredevil tobogganists take a thrilling turn at the second bank of the Church leap at the famous Cresta Run at St. Moritz with the grand stand visible in the background. Date: 1924

Background imageCresta Collection: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Edward at Windsor Great Park, Berkshire. 1st May 1971

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Edward at Windsor Great Park, Berkshire. 1st May 1971

Background imageCresta Collection: Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Angelo Spata Italy italian country

Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Angelo Spata Italy italian country
Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Angelo in Spata, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of romanesque church, renovated in 18th c. Details of portal, cresta

Background imageCresta Collection: Vauxhall Cresta

Vauxhall Cresta
circa 1955: A Vauxhall Cresta parked outside Bush House in London, the headquarters of the BBC. (Photo by Chaloner Woods/Getty Images)

Background imageCresta Collection: A fallen log in Lake Cresta near Flims Switzerland

A fallen log in Lake Cresta near Flims Switzerland
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Background imageCresta Collection: Lake Cresta near Flims Switzerland

Lake Cresta near Flims Switzerland
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock


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"From the Start of the Cresta Run in St. Moritz to the Vauxhall Cresta: A British Legacy" Step back in time to 1912, where adrenaline junkies gathered at the start of the Cresta Run in St. Moritz, Switzerland. The thrill-seekers prepared themselves for an exhilarating ride down this icy track, pushing their limits and embracing pure excitement. Fast forward to Britain in later years, and we find ourselves introduced to a different kind of "Cresta" - the Vauxhall Cresta. This iconic car became synonymous with British style and elegance, capturing hearts across the nation. Its sleek design and powerful engine made it a symbol of sophistication on British roads. In 1959, an unknown creator brought us the stunning Vauxhall Cresta PA model, showcasing its timeless beauty that still turns heads today. With its distinctive features and undeniable charm, this car truly stood out from the crowd. The year 1960 saw another addition to this prestigious line-up with the introduction of Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market – a practical yet stylish option for those seeking both functionality and class. But let's not forget about what started it all - The Cresta Run itself. Whether it was repairing tracks or witnessing daredevils conquer gravity-defying stunts on sleds hurtling down ice-covered slopes – there was never a dull moment at The Cresta Run. Even royalty couldn't resist experiencing this thrilling adventure as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Edward were captured enjoying Windsor Great Park's majestic scenery on May 1st, 1971. So whether you're reminiscing about daring feats at The Cresta Run or admiring classic British craftsmanship embodied by Vauxhall's iconic models like the Crestas – these moments have left an indelible mark on history that continues to captivate our imagination today.