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Why the unloved Jaguar XJ-S V12 remains a great luxury buy

Why the unloved Jaguar XJ-S V12 remains a great luxury buy

Unloved when launched and abused on the second-hand market, Jaguar's XJ-S V12 has endured hard times. Here's why it makes perfect sense as a luxury classic GT
By Calum Brown Dec 20 2018
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One Tank Challenge: How badly did this Jaguar XJ40 fail?

One Tank Challenge: How badly did this Jaguar XJ40 fail?

Taking on a wager that's frankly impossible, we attempt to drive our old 1994 Jaguar XJ40 further than 600 miles per tank. As you can imagine, the trip didn't end well...
By Calum Brown Dec 16 2018
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This 220mph RUF CTR2 shamed Ferrari and challenged McLaren

This 220mph RUF CTR2 shamed Ferrari and challenged McLaren

Faster than a Ferrari F50 and Jaguar XJ220, this 580bhp RUF CTR2 was a worthy successor to the legendary Yellowbird. Now the modern classic could be yours
By Tyler Heatley Dec 11 2018
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V8nam: Taking on Asia with a budget Chevrolet Corvette V8

V8nam: Taking on Asia with a budget Chevrolet Corvette V8

Can you buy and run two V8s from the UK, across Europe and into Vietnam? We join Ben Coombs on his epic adventure taking a budget Chevrolet Corvette and a cheap Rolls-Royce across some of the roughest roads on the planet
By Ben Coombs Dec 09 2018
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Generation X vs Millennial: Ford Escort Cosworth takes on Focus RS

Generation X vs Millennial: Ford Escort Cosworth takes on Focus RS

The recently discontinued MK3 Ford Focus RS is destined to become a future classic, but should you buy an Escort RS Cosworth instead? We find out...
By Tyler Heatley Dec 07 2018
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This bargain 2001 Ford Mondeo ST200 is better than a Cosworth

This bargain 2001 Ford Mondeo ST200 is better than a Cosworth

You don’t need mega bucks to buy a fast Ford. For less than £3000 you can own this rare 2001 Ford Mondeo ST200; cheaper – and better – than any Cosworth in one big way...
By Calum Brown Dec 06 2018
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Shootout: 1996 Subaru Impreza Turbo vs 2001 Honda Integra R

Shootout: 1996 Subaru Impreza Turbo vs 2001 Honda Integra R

Age-old rivals, similar age and performance but one twice the price of the other – and with some surprising differences between the two
By David Lillywhite Dec 06 2018
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Russian decides to build tyres out of 3000 nails

Russian decides to build tyres out of 3000 nails

Ever wondered if it was possible to drive a car with tyres made of nails? Armed with a Lada 110 and some home-made wheels, an intrepid YouTuber found out
By Tyler Heatley Dec 03 2018
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Nissan brings back R33 and R34 Skyline heritage parts

Nissan brings back R33 and R34 Skyline heritage parts

Restoring or rebuilding an iconic Nissan Skyline? Good news! Nissan's Heritage Program now supplies parts for the R32, R33, and R34 cars
By Tyler Heatley Nov 29 2018
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Renault Clio V6 for sale: The mid-engined hot hatch

Renault Clio V6 for sale: The mid-engined hot hatch

Today's hot hatchbacks pump out some serious power, but none offer a 3.0-litre V6. This Renault Clio V6 puts one slap-bang in the middle of the car
By Tyler Heatley Nov 13 2018
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Why you should buy an R34 Skyline GTR over a Porsche 911 GT3

Why you should buy an R34 Skyline GTR over a Porsche 911 GT3

The Porsche 911 GT3 is a performance car benchmark, but the R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R proved that this automotive god could bleed. Today GT-R values match that of the GT3 – here's why the Nissan makes a better buy...
By Tyler Heatley Nov 05 2018
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Top 6 budget 4x4 classics to help you survive winter

Top 6 budget 4x4 classics to help you survive winter

Winter is coming! Get to grips with bad weather by landing yourself a modern classic SUV. Here are six four-wheel-drive classics for under $5000, proving that not all off-roaders need be expensive or as utilitarian as a barn...
By Calum Brown Nov 03 2018
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Volvo 240 for sale: indestructible European classic for under $8k

Volvo 240 for sale: indestructible European classic for under $8k

Is this the toughest classic ever? We delve into the Swedish charms of the Volvo 240 – a sturdy wagon with steadfast practicality and reliability.
By Calum Brown Oct 27 2018
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You have the Cayenne to thank for the V10 Porsche Carrera GT

You have the Cayenne to thank for the V10 Porsche Carrera GT

The Porsche Cayenne SUV might not be the enthusiasts choice, but it did play a big part in delivering the V10-power Carrera GT supercar.
By Tyler Heatley Oct 25 2018
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Affordable icons headline Classic Car Auctions' December sale

Affordable icons headline Classic Car Auctions' December sale

Classic Car Auctions' final event of the year features plenty of attainable performance cars such as an E30 BMW M3 and Renault 5 Turbo
By Tyler Heatley Oct 23 2018
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Buy this Jaguar MkII lookalike based on a Nissan Micra!

Buy this Jaguar MkII lookalike based on a Nissan Micra!

With Halloween fast approaching, why not buy something to give Jaguar enthusiasts a nasty scare? This 1997 Mitsuoka Viewt should do it
By Calum Brown Oct 19 2018
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Bangernomics: Land's End to John o' Groats with a ropey Fiat Panda

Bangernomics: Land's End to John o' Groats with a ropey Fiat Panda

Our serial-roadtripper sets out on his first pub-based adventure. In his trademark TVR? Nope, an ancient Fiat Panda. What could possibly go wrong? The answer may well surprise you...
By Ben Coombs Oct 19 2018
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Buy the hot Volvo estate loved by a petrolhead musician

Buy the hot Volvo estate loved by a petrolhead musician

Volvos remain the steed of choice for garden centre staff and rotary dwellers, right? Not this one. This tarmac monster belonged to Jay Kay from Jamiroquai
By Calum Brown Oct 18 2018
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Opel celebrates 120 years of automotive engineering

Opel celebrates 120 years of automotive engineering

It was way back in 1899 when Opel first got involved in the car making industry
By Stefan Leichsenring Oct 18 2018
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Japanese car festival to celebrate classics of 1989

Japanese car festival to celebrate classics of 1989

The Classic Car Festival at Meiji Jingu Gaien Park in Tokyo, Japan will emphasis cars of 1989, marking the transition of Japanese emperorship
By Tyler Heatley Oct 18 2018
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Classics for sale: The tuned Land Rover Defender you really want

Classics for sale: The tuned Land Rover Defender you really want

Tuning any Land Rover Defender can strip the 4x4 icon of all merit if undertaken badly. This is the perfect example of how to do it right
By Calum Brown Oct 17 2018
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Classics for Sale: Bonkers Renault Sport Spider

Classics for Sale: Bonkers Renault Sport Spider

This very rare Renault Sport Spoder car was designed to put the French marque back on the performance map, even featuring its own racing series. Now you can own one!
By Tyler Heatley Oct 11 2018
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Classics for sale: attractive and rare Aston Martin AR1 up for grabs!

Classics for sale: attractive and rare Aston Martin AR1 up for grabs!

This stunningly-attractive, rare and low mileage Zagato-bodied Aston Martin roadster is available in an RM Sotheby’s auction in Los Angeles this December
By Graham Keilloh Oct 04 2018
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Sub-£10k yet rare classics to go under hammer at Brightwells

Sub-£10k yet rare classics to go under hammer at Brightwells

Volvo, Renault and Subaru; we’ve discovered some unusual yet surprisingly affordable options in Thursday’s Modern Classics auction at Brightwells…
By Gillian Carmoodie Sep 05 2018
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