7th November 2025
Best of the Best winner revealed
Winner of the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership ‘Best of the Best’ competition announced
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Latest stories
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7th November 2025
What’s new at the Classic Motor Show 2025?
The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show has kicked off for another year. Here's a taster of what you can look forward to if you're visiting the NEC this weekend
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6th November 2025
A brief history of the Saab 9000
Built on a clever shared platform yet sporting plenty of its own character, the Saab 9000 has become a real modern classic
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31st October 2025
A brief history of small Audi cars
We chart the rise and fall of the entry-level small Audi, from 50 to A1 and beyond
Guides
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1st October 2025
Ford Focus Mk1 buyer’s guide
Sharp looks and excellent dynamics combined to make the original Ford Focus the family car of choice for enthusiasts. Here's how to buy one
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1st October 2025
Ford Sierra buyer’s guide
Forty years ago, the Ford Sierra was as famed for its ‘jellymould’ design as its family car credentials. Today, it’s a practical classic with few pitfalls and plenty of retro-cool appeal
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30th September 2025
Jaguar XJ Series 2 buyer’s guide
The early 70s evolution of the Jaguar XJ remains one of the best examples of the breed. Here's how to buy a Series 2 today
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24th September 2025
Range Rover Classic buyer’s guide
The Range Rover Classic could well be the perfect multi-purpose classic: practical, spacious and easy to work on. Here's everything you need to know
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18th October 2025
Best 1970s six-cylinder GT classics
Who doesn’t want a classic six-cylinder GT car in their life? We’ve chosen some of the best
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1st October 2025
Volkswagen Polo Mk2 buyer’s guide
Tired of the complexity and nannying of modern cars but don’t want to go back to carburettors, condensers and chrome? The Volkswagen Polo Mk2 could be just the ticket
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1st October 2025
Mercedes 190E (W201) buyer’s guide
An enticing mixture of solid build and modern engineering, the Mercedes 190E range has something for everyone. Here's how to buy a great one
Auctions
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10th October 2025
Auction preview: Hobbs Parker, October 15-16
Hobbs Parker’s autumn classic car sale looks set to be another busy affair for the Ashford auction house, with over 140 entries at the time of writing
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2nd October 2025
Auction review: Morris Leslie, September 20
Morris Leslie returned to classic car action on September 20, with a fantastic and varied sale at its Perthshire base
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25th September 2025
Auction review: Charterhouse, September 10
Charterhouse had a treasure trove of interesting barnfinds on its hands with its latest private collection sale. Here's what you missed
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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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31st October 2025
A brief history of small Audi cars
We chart the rise and fall of the entry-level small Audi, from 50 to A1 and beyond
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18th October 2025
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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10th October 2025
A brief history of the BMW Neue Klasse
As BMW recycles the Neue Klasse tag, we chart the life and times of the original which took BMW from near bankruptcy to world domination
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25th September 2025
A brief history of retro car design
With '70s and '80s car styling seemingly back on-trend, we take a look back at the history of retro designs in the modern era
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25th September 2025
A brief history of retro car design
With '70s and '80s car styling seemingly back on-trend, we take a look back at the history of retro designs in the modern era
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13th August 2025
A brief history of the Morris Minor
With the evergreen Morris Minor turning 75 later this year, we pay tribute to the first British car to sell a million
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8th August 2025
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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Projects
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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
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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
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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