What's the best classic that goes and handles well?

I'm looking for a low cost classic which goes and handles well and is reliable. Toyota Celicas and the sportier Rover 75s seem to be in my price bracket. Which car and which model would you recommend,...

Should I use a petrol additive in my classic Mercedes-Benz?

I have a 1966 Mercedes 230SL, which I use lead substitute whenever I fill it. Should I add a fuel system cleaner every so often and will the lead and fuel cleaner additives cause issues between them, or...

How much should I ask for my 1979 Jaguar XJ6 Series 3?

How much should I ask for my 1979 Jaguar XJ6 Series 3?

How can I trace my father's old car?

I’m trying to find the last car my dad had before he died. The reg was G473 WMO and it was a Volkswagen Golf Driver Mk2. I've tried all search sites including the DVLA without any success.

How should we prepare our cars for winter hibernation?

We have a couple of 1950s classic cars. At the onset of salted roads, in the past we filled the cars up with petrol, over inflated the tyres and kept the batteries trickle charged. This spring neither...

If I fit an electronic ignition to my 1930s car, will I have to make manual adjustments to the advance and retard?

I am in the process of purchasing a 1934 Rolls Royce 20/25. I have found a company that sells an electronic ignition conversion for my car. Does this mean that I won't have to make any manual adjustments...

How much is a 1983 Honda Accord EX Coupe worth?

An elderly chap near me has asked me to help him sell his Honda Accord EX Coupe from 1983. It is in remarkable condition for its age both inside and out, has been garaged every winter for the last 18 years...

My insurer are expecting me to contribute £1000 towards fixing my classic car after someone drove into it - what action should I take?

Sadly, someone drove into my 1967 Austin Healey 3000. It was entirely their fault, he was very embarrassed and apologetic. My insurer, Trinity, have approved a repair estimate but are expecting me to contribute...

I'm tempted to buy a 1998 Jaguar XKR - what is your opinion?

I'm tempted to buy a 1998 Jaguar XKR 4.0 supercharged for £8000. It also has a very attractive registration plate and appears in excellent condition. The dealer is well-established and is known to me as...

Is it legal for me to tow my friend's uninsured classic car to a garage?

I have been asked by a friend to tow his 1976 Volkswagen Beetle to a specialist garage for repair. The Beetle is not MoT'd or insured. It's MoT exempt and not running. I have a recovery A frame and will...