3rd July 2026
Win a hotel stay and tickets to the Classic & Retro Car Revival!
Passion for Power Classic Motor Show evolves into the Classic & Retro Car Revival at Tatton Park on 15-16 August, 2026
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Latest stories
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3rd July 2026
Bromley Pageant gears up for 2026 show
Bromley Pageant returns for 2026 later this month and promises to be packed with countless interesting classics
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25th June 2026
Volkswagen Golf Mk3 buyer’s guide
The Volkswagen Golf Mk3 was the first all-new Golf since 1974 and set new standards for quality and safety as well as performance
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24th June 2026
VW Karmann Ghia buyer’s guide
Exotic looks clothed nothing more exotic than Beetle running gear, but the stylish Karmann Ghia is a highlight of the air-cooled VW scene
Guides
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4th June 2026
Volkswagen Camper (T1 & T2) buyer’s guide
Dreaming about hitting the road on a camping trip? That dream might include the famous Volkswagen Camper, but you’ll need to buy carefully if you want to avoid a holiday from hell
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28th May 2026
BEST AIR-COOLED VW CAMPERS
Values of air-cooled VW Campers are rising quicker than their pop-top roofs on a sunny Sunday in Sidmouth. Here are the best
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22nd May 2026
Triumph TR6 buyer’s guide
Often regarded as the last of the traditional British sports cars, the Triumph TR6 is also the last ‘proper’ Triumph. Here’s what you need to know
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22nd May 2026
Saab 900 buyer’s guide
A timeless classic with versions to suit most requirements, the Saab 900 has plenty to offer today’s buyer. Here's how to buy a good one
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24th June 2026
VW Karmann Ghia buyer’s guide
Exotic looks clothed nothing more exotic than Beetle running gear, but the stylish Karmann Ghia is a highlight of the air-cooled VW scene
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18th June 2026
Best American concept cars of the 1960s
Here’s our pick of the best – or at least the most memorable – concepts from a time when US carmakers loved to make a statement
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9th June 2026
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MK1 CABRIOLET BUYER’S GUIDE
With its reliable running gear, cheap maintenance and scalpel sharp styling, the Volkswagen Golf Mk1 Cabriolet has never been so appealing. Here’s how to pick the best
Auctions
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17th April 2026
Auction review: Charterhouse, March 26
Charterhouse’s first Classic & Vintage Car Auction of 2026 played host to a wide range of vehicles when it took place at the Haynes Motor Museum last month
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9th March 2026
Auction review: Morris Leslie, February 21
Morris Leslie got its 2026 calendar of classic auctions underway at its Perth base with a busy sale in front of a bumper crowd on February 21 Morris Leslie’s first classic auction of the year…
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23rd January 2026
Auction preview: Anglia Car Auctions, January 31 – February 1
Anglia Car Auctions’ first classic sale of the year is another of its regular two-day affairs, taking place on January 31 and February 1 at its King’s Lynn premises
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Road tests
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18th June 2026
Lincoln Town Car: an owner’s story
We catch up with the owner of a low-mileage, first-generation Town Car built in 1988 – unusual for being shipped to the UK brand new
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12th June 2026
Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet (Mk1) road test
The Mk1 Golf Cabriolet is often cheaper than its much-lauded hatchback sibling. But does it make for a great classic or a floppy-topped folly?
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12th June 2026
Pontiac Firebird Trans Am road test
With strong head-turning appeal and a good parts supply, the Trans Am makes for a solid American classic
History
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8th May 2026
A brief history of the Ford Thunderbird
We chart the short but brilliant career of one of Ford’s all-time greats: the first-generation Thunderbird
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11th April 2026
Forgotten Volkswagen classics of the 1970s
The Golf gets all the attention as a family car icon, but it wasn’t the first car of the modern Volkswagen era. We pay our dues to its forerunners
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9th March 2026
A brief history of overseas cars made in Britain
Many foreign car makers have set up shop in the UK over the years, with some still making cars on these shores today
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13th February 2026
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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13th February 2026
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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30th January 2026
A brief history of the Rover V8
The ex-GM engine that debuted in Rover’s P5B went on to enjoy an extraordinary career. Here's a look back at the development of iconic Rover V8
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23rd January 2026
A brief history of the BMW 3 Series Compact
We revisit BMW's first attempt at an entry level model first introduced over 30 years ago: the E36 3 Series Compact
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Projects
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29th October 2025
We bought the cheapest Honda S2000 in the country!
We join Fast Car as they unveil the UK’s cheapest Honda S2000—a crusty but running project that’s set for a full transformation. From tired arches to red leather seats, it's all getting sorted with help…
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15th April 2024
Bentley Continental Flying Spur project
Is it a bad idea to buy and live with a cheap Bentley Continental Flying Spur? We're on a mission to find out
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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
Products
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10th July 2025
Ford Cosworth: New 132-Page Collector’s Edition Out Now
A new 132-page collector’s edition bookazine celebrates the full story of the Ford Sierra, Sapphire, and Escort RS Cosworth models.
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10th July 2025
Ring Ultrainflate tyre inflator review
A speedy tyre inflator with some nicely thought-out design features It’s ironic really that the more the car makers try to persuade us that a puncture isn’t a thing anymore and nobody needs a spare…
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10th July 2025
Fabsil cleaner and protector review
Clean and waterproof your convertible top with these easy-to-use products As anyone with a modern convertible car will know, it’s hard to keep the top looking smart, with bird droppings and tree fallout to battle,…
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9th May 2025
Optimate 6 battery charger review
Convenient battery charger with automatic function and clever charging tech to rescue ‘dead’ batteries
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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
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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