Is it more environmentally friendly to run something like a Land Rover for 30 years than buy a succession of hatchbacks?

Having owned and run a 1991 Land Rover Defender since passing my test at 17 four years ago, I was pleased to see the article a few weeks back in favour of older cars as first cars. The Landy has provided...

How do you rate the English version Mazda MX-5 Mk1?

I'm thinking of buying a Mazda MX-5 Mk1. I would like to get the English version but how do you rate this against the import? Do you know the insurance groups for both cars?

My insurance won't cover all the fire damage to my classic Ford Prefect - why?

I have a 1952 Ford Prefect insured third party, fire and theft. A fault in the trafficator caused the loom to short. The dash, headlining, door card, front carpet, steering wheel and driver's seat are...

Sub standard

My Subaru Forester boxer diesel is my 6th Subaru, all previous 5 having been highly satisfactory. This latest is quite the worst car of any I have driven. The gearchange is stiff and clunky, and you have...

What's the value of a classic Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC that has been written off and restored?

I have been looking for a classic Mercedes-Benz and have come across a beautiful Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC. Trouble is, an HPI check shows that it was written off, but was not a total loss. It seems someone...

I want a classic convertible - Saab 900 or Audi 80?

I would like an old convertible as a semi-second car. Four seats would be useful - dogs, luggage, the occasional teenager etc. Budget up to £4000-ish. I have narrowed the choice down to a Saab or an Audi...

Cornish pasting

We drove our classic Riley 300 miles to Cornwall to be the bridal car for a friend's wedding, only for some idiot, who was clearly driving without due care and attention, to reverse into us, stoving in...

What can I do about my Triumph Herald's rotor arm fault?

My Triumph Herald suffers breakdowns due to rotor arm malfunctions. I've replaced the part but no joy. Any suggestions?

Why is my Triumph Herald breaking rotor arms?

Why is the engine killing my Triumph Herald's rotor arm? I'm now on my third in a matter of months.

Where should I sell my Jaguar E Type 1964 3.8 Series 1 Coupe?

What would be the best advertising medium to sell my 1964 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Series 1 Coupe? I'm asking£34,995. The engine has been rebuilt, and the body restored and resprayed original Sand Gold. I'm not...