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Mercedes-Benz SL
The 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL was a revolution for its maker. At a stroke, it banished the 1970s styling of its predecessor, it favour of an up-to-the-minute look overseen by Bruno Sacco. It was such a successful styling job, that the R129 remained in production for more than a decade, and still looked fresh at the end of its life. But the SL's beauty was more than skin deep - it was packed with technology. Alongside the power-operated roof, it featured...
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Ford Mondeo and ST220
You'd be hard pressed to complete even the shortest journey without seeing a Ford Mondeo. It's one of...
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BMW 5-series E39
It was, so many people said, 'the best car in the world.' And who are we to argue? At the time, this...
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Top 10: 21st Century Classics
Ten soon to be collectible motors from the turn of the millenium.
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Top 10: Classic cars with the best MoT pass rate
Wondering what the classic is that has the best MoT pass rate? We reveal all
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Top 10: Modern classic cars most likely to fail their MoT
Find out which modern classics have a hard time at the test station.
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Hidden Heroes: Peugeot 106 GTi
Living in the shadow of the legendary 205 GTi, the 106 that shares its trim name is arguably a better car...
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Aston Martin V8 Zagato prototype for sale
Prototype is for sale with Bicester Heritage-based dealer Pendine Historic Cars.
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This week’s instalment of Flipping Bangers features a pale blue and white Morry Thou Panda Car. Remember them?
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What is the cheapest Classic Car Insurance for a Audi TT?
As well as being with a specialist insurer, a classic policy will often offer benefits such as limited mileage discounts, free European cover, agreed valuation and club member discounts
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Pair of low-mileage Jaguar XK8s up for sale
The cars are part of Classic Car Auctions’ sale at the Warwickshire Event Centre on Saturday, 25 May.
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Top 10: Power for peanuts
Looking for 200bhp or more on a tight budget? You've come to the right place...
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Top 10: Two-seater soft-tops of the 1990s
If you fancy two-seater roadster thrills in a modern-classic package, read on
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Top 10: Comedy Classics
From Mr Bean's Mini to Father Ted's Rover - these are ten top comedy vehicles.
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Top 10: Sporty Volkswagens
VW has produced some great drivers' cars over the years, as well as some real lookers. Here are ten of our faves.
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Top 10: Affordable Jaguars
Looking for a Jaguar but don't have a huge budget? You've come to the right place...
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Cheap classic car insurance
Your complete guide to getting the best insurance cover for your classic car.
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Future Classic Friday: Smart ForFour
Smart's attempt to take its city car concept up a class didn't work out quite as planned. But the ForFour makes an intriguing future classic.
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Future Classic Friday: Lexus IS200
Lexus tried to take on the BMW 3-Series and in the process transformed the aftermarket taillight market. But will the IS200 ever be considered a classic?
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Future Classic Friday: Skoda Superb
Originally created as an uber-Passat, the Skoda Superb is now more likely to be found as simply an Uber. But will it be classic?
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Future Classic Friday: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210)
The mid-1990s E-Class may not have lived up to the image of its predecessor, but will the W210 E-Class still be considered a classic?
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Future Classic Friday: Nissan Patrol GR
When it comes to off-roaders that are built to survive, the Nissan Patrol ticks all the boxes. But will it be a classic?
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Hidden Heroes: Peugeot 106 GTi
Living in the shadow of the legendary 205 GTi, the 106 that shares its trim name is arguably a better car...
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Hidden Heroes: Fiat Bravo HGT
The forgotten hot hatch of the 1990s, the Fiat Bravo HGT is now a very rare car indeed. Now's the time to buy one, while you still can.
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Hidden Heroes: SEAT Toledo V5
Could the most potent version of SEAT's Toledo be the best Q-Car you've never heard of?
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Hidden Heroes: Volvo 760 Turbo
It may not have been aerodynamic, but the Volvo 760 Turbo was quick. Bloody quick.
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Hidden Heroes: Rover 45 V6
There was no reason at all why Rover should have made the 45 V6. None at all. But we're glad they did...
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One to Watch: Mercedes-Benz S-class (W108)
You can still pick up a good 3.5 Saloon for about £15k - crazy when you consider the mechanically identical Coupe version is now fetching £80k.
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Ferrari is top of the lots at Autosport sale
A 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 took top spot at the Autosport International auction over the weekend.
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How to buy and sell a classic car through Brightwells Auctions
Established in 1846, Herefordshire-based auction house Brightwells has a strong following for its classic sales.
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Triumph Fury
The Triumph Fury was a little more than a motor show crowd pleaser – it was a hint at what Triumph could really achieve with its sports car range during the 1960s. Robert Leitch explains how the Fury came about…
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Audi Quattro Spyder
The Audi Quattro Spyder was a rolling test-bed of ideas for a future mid-engined sports car, built specifically with production in mind. Which might explain why when it was first show at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1991, it had buyers reaching for their chequebooks.
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Curios: Volkswagen Country Buggy
If we asked you to name a Beetle-based utility vehicle, you'd probably say Kubelwagen. But there was another - the Country Buggy.
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Audi factory Museum - Ingolstadt
We pay a visit to the Audi Museum in Ingolstadt and chart the history of the company in some very impressive surroundings...
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