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I'm restoring a 1949 AC 2 litre saloon but expect to fit a 1990's Toyota 2.0 litre engine. What is likely to be the tax on this?
I own a low mileage 1977 Daimler Double Six Coupe which as you know are now rather rare with only 300 odd were made. The problem is, it has been standing for nearly 20 years and has rust in all the usual...
Is my 1992 Rover Montego Oxford Edition with air con the only one in the UK?
What oil do I get for my Villiers two stroke engine and gearbox? Recommended is BP Energol sae30 and sae20w?
My Volkswagen T2 has become an historic vehicle and is registered as such on the V5C. Because I was/am registered for MoT reminders from DVLA I have been sent a reminder for the MoT, due this month. It...
A friend of mine likes the 2CV and he thinks they are reliable. Is this true? Why are they they also expensive to buy?
I have a 1998 Mazda MX-5 1.8s that I have owned from new. It has only done 34k miles and is in mint condition with FSH. How much do you think I should sell it for and could you please advise the best place...
My dad is 82. He has an old Mitsubishi Colt Lancer GLS (W reg). It’s very low mileage and the interior is immaculate. Could you tell me roughly how much it would be worth?
My 1968 MG 1100 has cracked underneath and come away from the body. Can it be repaired? It is made of what looks like a hard cardboard. Could I buy a replacement? The only metal under the car is the exhaust...
I am thinking about buying a sports car for a bit of fun. I'm considering a Lotus Elan M100 or Honda S2000 and have up to £10k to spend or a bit more if necessary. I want something in reasonable nick and...