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With the 2020 British Touring Car Championship finally underway, we take a look at some of the classics that have graced the grid

1989 Mercedes-Benz SL R107 review: Retro Road Test

Produced from 1971 until 1989, the 'R107' Mercedes-Benz SL is an elegant and very laid-back classic convertible. Should you buy one?

Great Motoring Disasters: Seat Toledo Mk3

The third-generation Seat Toledo completely failed to match the success of its predecessors. So what exactly went wrong?

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2004 BMW M3 CSL review: Retro Road Test

Arguably the greatest BMW M3 of all, the E46 CSL serves up no-holds-barred driving excitement. Here's what you need to know about buying one.

Classic Jaguar bought by Madonna heads to auction

Pop icon Madonna has been photographed at the wheel of this Jaguar Mark X, which she purchased for her son, Rocco, to use in London.

First new Group A-spec Ford Sierra RS500 is ready to race

CNC Motorsport has delivered the very first reborn Andy Rouse Engineering Ford Sierra RS500 to its lucky owner.

Three classic cars owned by Jamie Oliver head to auction

The Classic Car Auctions Stoneleigh sale will include three vehicles owned by famous chef and restaurateur, Jamie Oliver MBE.

Rowan Atkinson’s Peugeot 205 GTI heads to auction

Offered directly from the collection of actor Rowan Atkinson CBE, this well-preserved Peugeot 205 1.6 GTI will be sold later this month.

1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo review: Retro Road Test

Fragile, fast and fun, the Renault 5 GT Turbo lives up every cliché about French hot hatches. We drive one – and offer up some buying advice.

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The greatest Peugeot hot hatches

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1974 Volkswagen T2 camper review: Retro Road Test

Brimful of easygoing charm, the Volkswagen T2 camper van is perfect for family adventures. But do your homework before buying one.

Spot the difference: cars that share the same rear lights

We reveal the unlikely cars that share the same rear light clusters, including the Jaguar XJ220 and the Rover 200.

The greatest Japanese sports cars ever made

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