Replacing a classic with a modern car - what should I buy? `

After 19 years of using my Austin-Healey 100/4, I have decided to sell as I can no longer cope without power steering. I want to replace it with a relatively modern petrol convertible with as high a driving...

How can I get a NOVA certificate from HMRC?

I have imported a 1948 MGTC from South Africa. It Landed on 5 May and I have paid all of my Taxes to HMRC, but they have taken more than seven weeks to send me my NOVA certificate. When my agent phones...

Selling a classic separate from its number plate

My father in0law passed away, leaving us his beloved Riley RM from 1954, which he'd had since 1963. It's a 1500cc in running condition, with its original interior in fair condition. It also has its original...

Bought an Aston Martin at auction that is not as described

I recently bought an Aston Martin at auction on an absent bid as I was away. The car was sold to me as a running and driving prototype. I plan to show and demonstrate it at concours. The car is immobile....

MG Midget chassis number doesn't match V5

My Midget has just successfully gone through it's MoT, but the garage mentioned that the chassis number appears wrong on the system. I've tried looking online, but can't see how to check my chassis number...

Buying a future classic

I can't bear to invest in stocks or property so am looking to an investable classic - one to cherish, use and pass through to our kids. I'm thinking Aston DB6 Vantage, original Vanquish S or something...

Buying an old car with low mileage - what should I look out for?

I am thinking of buying a Mercedes-Benz SL280 as future classic. There are some low mileage ones around, but can low mileage be an issue?

Jaguar XJ6 - fix or sell?

I recently bought a 1997 Jaguar XJ6 for £700. The sale included a private plate. Since then, I've spent £360 replacing the rear driveshaft because of bearing issues. My local mechanic now tells me it needs...

BMW M6 or Jaguar XKR - which will be a future classic?

I have a 2013 Jaguar XKR (34,000 miles - out of warranty) and am considering changing to a 2013 BMW M6 convertible. Which car has the longer term "classic" potential?

How can I identify a pre-WW1 car?

I have a photograph of a pre-First World War car, complete with registration number. The car is being driven by my grandfather who was a chauffeur. I have tried many times to identify the car and its manufacturer,...