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...

I'm unsure if my 1982 Ford Sierra was converted to unleaded - should I run it with lead additive or on unleaded petrol?

I recently returned to the road my 1982 Ford Sierra 1.6 (petrol, pinto, manual) I believe it came off the road in 2002 or earlier, long before I purchased it, and I'm unsure whether or not it has been...

I'm storing my classic car for six months, should I leave petrol in the tank?

I will put my classic car into my garage with a fitted cover in October for six months. Would it be best to fill the tank up with petrol to stop the condensation forming in the tank, or leave it nearly...

How much should I be paying for a 1983 Mercedes-Benz SL?

I am looking at a 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL with 120,000 miles. It has two previous owners and a full history. It's good condition but has an oil leak. What would you say is a fair price?

Where is the best place to sell an Austin 7 Nippy?

Where can I sell an Austin 7 Nippy?