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Was Grace Kelly's Rover P6 Really Sabotaged?
While it remains well documented that Princess Grace of Monaco died after her Rover P6 3500 plunged off a mountain pass, what's less well-known are the mysterious circumstances thereafter...
Old cars possess an almost talismanic quality. No other man-made object boasts the same disturbing allure...
The Beast Of Turin Was Faster Than An Aeroplane
The Fiat S76 was a 28.4-liter monster of 1910 that achieved a top speed of over 132mph.
Throughout history, there has been various myths and legends about beastly creatures such as Bigfoot, the Yeti, dragons, and the Loch Ness Monster. However, these can almost conclusively be written-off as fig...
Is It Time To Love America's AMC Pacer?
Open your heart to an underdog. The AMC Pacer may have a face only its mother could love, but there is far more under the skin with this fantastic slice of everyday Americana.
Once the toast of America’s automotive press – celebrated as ‘bold’, ‘futuristic’ and ‘unique’ – the Pacer’s fortunes we...
We've Bought The 'Worst Car In The World' – An Austin Allegro!
Lampooned and ignored, the humble Austin Allegro hides substantial merit underneath a sordid reputation. Our Editor took the plunge to prove it's not all doom and breakdowns
I’m not saying that I spent immeasurable periods of time in a rough area growing up, but when certain natives smiled in t...
Cheap classic Minis – should you do it?
Not all old Minis cost the earth, but should you take the plunge with a budget car? Our long-suffering but dedicated resident Brit enthusiast says 'yes'...
Meet Audrey. She’s a 1992 Mini Mayfair, bastardised to look like a Cooper S and currently capable only of standing still, remaining stationa...
Defending the Jaguar XKE Series III
For decades the Jaguar XKE Series III V12 has lived in the shadow of its forbearers – but is there merit in buying the final incarnation?
Let’s face it – the third-incarnation of Jaguar’s XKE (E-type) was far removed from the world-changing mantra offered by the 1961 original. Bloated and heft...
The Incredible Story Of America's Lost 1939 Antarctic Snow Cru...
Designed to tackle the treacherous conditions of Antarctica in 1939, America's Snow Cruiser – still missing in action – remains one of history's greatest engineering legends. But what went wrong?
Known to us mere mortals as the Snow Cruiser, and causing tailbacks along a 1020-mile route stretchi...
Driven: Is The Honda Civic Genesis Of Modern Reliability?
We drive the Mk1 Civic and find out why it taught the car industry its most valuable lesson
Turning back the clock to 1975, Britain was in turmoil. Jenson made two-thirds of its employees redundant amidst the realisation that oil was now a dirty word, one million people were unemployed courtesy ...
How My Disastrous Classic Car Road Trip Helped Reignite My Soul
Driving a classic car to an inspiring location could provide just the antidote needed for modern life, as our weekend producer discovered with a journey of 1200 miles to Pendine Sands in her 1957 Standard 8…
At the age of 31, something in my mind shifted and I’d just had enough. I was tired of w...
How To Buy A Classic Car
Here's all you need to know on choosing the right model, checking for rust, listening out for strange noises and taking the car on the all-important test drive.
Buying a classic car is exciting, but sometimes a little daunting too. There's not just the worry of spending your hard-earned money on...
How To Declare A Vehicle For The 40-Year MoT Exemption
Unsure how to go about declaring your classic as MoT exempt once it reaches 40 years old? Here’s the lowdown – although we’d always recommend an MoT test
Owners of classic vehicles still used on the public highways need to ensure their car is properly taxed. Even if no fee is required, should th...
How To Store Your Classic Car
There’s a knack to safe and effective historic-vehicle storage, whether it’s seasonal or long term. Follow our guidelines to get it right
Classic cars may vary in value and desirability, but the majority share one common feature – a propensity to corrode away before your very eyes if not properl...
Opinion: Why London’s ULEZ Car Charge Makes No Sense
The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charge came into effect as of midnight. However, upon closer inspection, is the scheme only a money grabbing exercise? We certainly think so...
Did you purchase a diesel car after encouragement from the last Labour Government’s scrappage scheme? Well, the Mayor...
Taking On England With America's Forgotten Pre-War Car
Is a 108-year-old veteran Maxwell the ideal vehicle in which to tackle a regularity rally through some of England’s toughest on-road terrain? Of course it is...
When my dear friend Phil Johnston of Coniston asked me if I’d care to navigate him and his 1910 Maxwell around Lancashire – on a rally...
The Volkswagen Golf Turns 45 Years-Old
The Volkswagen Golf is arguably the only car you ever need to own. As well as being one of the most ergonomically sound machines out there, VW build one in just about every flavor imaginable. Need space? There’s a wagon. Want to go really fast? The Golf R is for you. Need to go fast and require l...
Jim Street's Golden Sahara II: The Full Story
After five decades in hiding, a particularly special 1950s custom car known as the Golden Sahara has emerged...
The very words ‘Golden Sahara’ conjure up images of an exotic desert landscape, far beyond what most of us take as our day-to-day normal. The Sahara’s topography excites the senses wi...
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