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I'm interested in finding out the value of my silver Ford Mondeo estate. It has under 47,000 miles and all original factory fittings, the only blemish is a slight crack on the side front bumper. I'm asking...

What's the best way to sell a Triumph 1500TC?

A friend wants to sell her Triumph 1500TC. It was first registered in 1974 and it's mileage is almost 57,000. It still has the transparent plastic protection over the inside of the doors and had new carpets...

How much is a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco GLS worth?

I have a 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco GLS, which has been in my garage undriven for over 30 years. It was left by my father-in-law when he died. Full original condition and undamaged with 45,000 miles. It'seen...

Are old Land Rover Defenders actually selling for the inflated prices I see advertised online?

Are old Land Rover Defenders actually selling for the inflated prices I see advertised online? Several years ago we had a Fiat 500 we wanted to sell. Prices were high online and on dealers forecourts,...

Should I use a car cover on a classic stored in a garage?

Is it best to keep a classic car under a proprietary, breathable, car cover in a well-ventilated garage or just a cotton dust sheet? I have been told these covers cause the paint to bister eventually....

Can I get a warranty on a 30 year old campervan?

I am thinking of buying a 1992 Volkswagen campervan but I'm worried that in a year something would happen to it (mechanically) that would cost a lot to fix. Are there extended warranty schemes available...

Is ethanol going to damage my classic car?

I run a low mileage 1988 Jaguar XJ-S. I have always run it on V-Power - which for a long time did not apparently have an Ethanol content, now it is 5%. Do I need to take any steps to tackle problems...

Can I drive to an MoT test if the 6-month extension doesn't apply to my vehicle?

I have a classic car with an expired MoT. It was due in February so the six-month extension doesn’t apply. I had work and an MoT booked at a specialist garage for mid-April. This is some distance from...

Is my classic car tax exempt?

My car was first registered on 8 Jan 1980. Heritage Certificate build date of 22/23 March 1979. DVLA says it's not exempt. Tax is due 1 April 2020. Is my car Tax Exempt or not?