5th November 2024
Government targets fake car parts
The UK government’s Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has launched a national campaign warning of the dangers of fake car parts
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Latest stories
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31st October 2024
Meet the Experts schedule confirmed for the NEC Classic Motor Show
The Meet the Experts Theatre at the NEC Classic Motor Show will see industry tips and behind-the-scenes stories dispensed by some of the biggest names in the industry
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31st October 2024
Mercedes SEC (C126) buyer’s guide
Brimming with style and ability, the Mercedes SEC is a prestige coupe with bags of appeal – but just make sure you buy a good one
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30th October 2024
Auction preview: Iconic Auctioneers, NEC Classic Motor Show, November 9
A key part of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, Iconic's next sale is set to be a highlight of the year as always
Guides
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16th October 2024
Best classic cars under £5000
Despite the current state of the market, it is still possible to buy a classic car for under £5000. Here are our favourite sub-£5k picks
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15th October 2024
Best classic cars under £2000
Despite the current state of the market, it's still possible to find a great classic car under £2000. Here are our top picks
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7th October 2024
Best classics with borrowed engines
When a manufacturer borrows a powerplant from another company to create a new model variant, it can often lead to greatness
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3rd October 2024
Rover 200 (R3) buyer’s guide
The R3-generation Rover 200 and subsequent 25 both offer terrific value as modern classics. Here's what to look out for
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29th October 2024
Best classic cars for winter
If you want a classic you can use regardless of winter weather and road conditions, how about one of these practical propositions?
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21st October 2024
Best classic cars under £10,000
The upper end of a four-figure budget opens up a world of classic car temptation. Here are our favourite classic cars under £10,000
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18th October 2024
MG TD buyer’s guide
A major export success for the brand, the MG TD was a big hit across the Atlantic. Here's how to buy this lesser-spotted MG sports car
Auctions
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30th October 2024
Auction preview: Iconic Auctioneers, NEC Classic Motor Show, November 9
A key part of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, Iconic's next sale is set to be a highlight of the year as always
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25th October 2024
Auction preview: WB & Sons, October 26
We always eagerly await the next WB & Sons sale catalogue, and the varied and eclectic line-up for the October 26 sale proves why
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14th October 2024
Auction preview: Charterhouse, October 24
Charterhouse will bring an intriguing variety of vehicles spanning over a century together at its next classic sale on Thursday, October 24
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Road tests
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3rd September 2024
Volkswagen New Beetle road test
A product of the retro movement of the late 1990s, the New Beetle has become a modern classic in its own right
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27th August 2024
Reliant Regal road test
Everybody has a preconceived notion of the shortcomings of a Reliant three-wheeler – but how does that pub wisdom compare with the reality?
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23rd August 2024
Citroën 2CV6 road test
We get behind the wheel of a rare mid-1970s example of the most famous small French Car – the Citroën 2CV6
History
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20th September 2024
A brief history of the Porsche 911
One of the most iconic classic cars ever, the Porsche 911 is still going strong over 60 years after its arrival. Here's the story
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12th August 2024
A brief history of small Audi cars
50 years after the Audi 50 first appeared on sale, we chart the rise and fall of the entry-level small Audi
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5th August 2024
A brief history of the Peugeot 504 TI
The Peugeot 504 TI is one of the finest sports saloons of its generation but criminally underappreciated today. Here’s the story
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2nd August 2024
A brief history of the Mazda RX-3
Mazda's classic 1970s sports coupe combined shrunken muscle car looks with zippy rotary power. Here's the story of the Mazda RX-3
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2nd August 2024
A brief history of the Mazda RX-3
Mazda's classic 1970s sports coupe combined shrunken muscle car looks with zippy rotary power. Here's the story of the Mazda RX-3
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22nd July 2024
A brief history of the Humber Imperial
The Humber Imperial was a fitting range-topper primed for transporting important executives and diplomats. Here's the full story
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19th July 2024
A brief history of the Matra-Simca Bagheera
The Matra-Simca Bagheera is a rare sports car with a fascinating backstory and unique three-abreast seat layout. Here's the lowdown
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Projects
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12th April 2023
Ford Puma project
The Fiesta-based Ford Puma was a significant performance Ford but remains an under-the-radar gem. What’s it like to live with?
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14th February 2023
Jaguar XJ (X350) project
With traditional styling hiding modern underpinnings, our Jaguar XJ X350 project offered the best of both worlds. Here's what it's like to live with
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3rd January 2023
Jaguar XKR project
One of the latest additions to the fleet, our Jaguar XKR boasts fearsome performance but isn't devoid of issues
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5th December 2022
Bentley Turbo R project
Our Bentley Turbo R project turned out not to be quite as disastrous as some had anticipated. Here's what it's like to live with this British behemoth
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15th July 2022
MINI Clubman Cooper S (R55) project
The R55 MINI Clubman is one of the most characterful modern-classic cars around – and in Cooper S form it's fast too. We find out what it's like to work on
Products
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2nd October 2024
Christopher Ward C65 Dune GMT review
Combining Rolex Explorer character with vintage touches, the C65 Dune GMT is one of Christopher Ward’s subtler offerings
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26th September 2024
Sealey Fine Cutting Compound review
We put Sealey's Fine Cutting Compound to the test against a troublesome hand print on the bonnet of our MINI
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2nd September 2024
Tolman Mille Laghi 15in wheel arrives inspired by 205 T16
Tolman – purveyor of Peugeot 205 GTi restomods – has released a new alloy wheel inspired by the 205 T16 homologation special
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29th August 2024
Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière revealed
With a focus on legibility in the darkest depths, the new C60 Trident Lumière is ready for night dives (or drives)
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27th August 2024
Sealey Whiteout Detailing Snow Foam review
We task a snow foam sceptic with sampling Sealey's concentrated cleaner. Does it make home car cleaning easier?
Opinion
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30th December 2020
Electrification: the key to keeping classics on the road?
The debate over electric classic vehicles is far from a new one, but it’s been brought into sharper focus following the Government’s intention to ban the sale of all new cars and vans powered solely…
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21st December 2020
Are ultra-low-mileage classics worth buying?
We've all seen those ‘delivery mileage’ classic cars for sale, but are those ultra-low mileage classics really worth investing in? Classics World's Senior Contributor Peter Simpson investigates...
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23rd March 2020
Nothing moves you like a…Proton?
Craig Cheetham accidentally buys a Proton and recalls the hype when the brand first appeared - but what was all the fuss about?
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29th March 2019
On the road again
MG Enthusiast contributor Roger Parker talks about getting MGs back on the road.
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28th March 2019
Soft-top 4×4 lifestyle
The idea of a convertible SUV might seem odd, unless you’re a fan of the soft-top Range Rover Evoque. The thing is, Jeep got there first...
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