Features

Revisit some of the best motoring features envisaged as being the future.

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Volvo 480: a sporty Swede that wasn’t sensible or square

Retro Motor team - 2
The oddball Volvo 480 came out of nowhere, but laid the foundations for the company's front-wheel-drive future. We tell its story.
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The 20 greatest fast Fords

Tim Pitt - 5
From the Sierra RS Cosworth to the Fiesta ST, everybody loves a fast Ford. We pick our 20 all-time favourites.
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What if… Jaguar had built an XJ40 coupe?

Andrew Brady - 3
It was 1993 before a prototype Jaguar XJ40 coupe arrived – and by that time, the new X300 model was imminent. We look at what could have been.
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Remembering the launch of the Lotus Elise

Tim Pitt - 7
Patrick Peal, former Head of Communications at Lotus, recalls the day when the Elise was revealed to the world. Will we see its like again?
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Volkswagen K70: the story of a ‘quiet game changer’

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 3
The Volkswagen K70 was destined to wear an NSU badge, but the front-driven and water-cooled saloon was a turning point in VW history.
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The greatest second-generation cars

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 3
These cars struck it lucky the second time around, including Mk2 versions of the Ford Escort, Toyota Prius and Porsche Boxster
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The history of Cupra performance cars

John Redfern - 1
After years of Seat hot hatches, Cupra has become a standalone car marque, with a focus on sporty performance and style. We tell its story so far.
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The Ford Escort story: how Britain’s best-seller blew it

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 6
Launched in 1968, the Ford Escort consistently topped the UK car sales chart for 42 years. We chart the highs and lows of a popular hero.
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Top cat: celebrating 60 years of the Jaguar E-Type

Gavin Braithwaite-Smith - 1
The Jaguar E-Type was unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show. We celebrate 60 years of the most beautiful car ever made.

News

You could buy Simon Cowell’s modified Brabus Smart car

Currently up for for online auction with Bonhams, this highly modified Smart city car was specified by pop music mogul Simon Cowell.

Big cat hunting: Classic Jaguars up for auction in December

The Classic Sale at the Warwickshire Events Centre features an array of sporting Jaguar models ready to cross the auction block.

Ultra-rare MG XPower SV-R supercar is up for sale

One of only 42 examples built, this V8-engined MG XPower SV-R is a true piece of British motoring history – and you could own it.

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Alpine: the history of F1’s newest team

As Alpine enters Formula 1 for the 2021 season, we look back at the 65-year history of this storied French brand

You can now buy an Aston Martin V8 Vantage for £30,000

The 2005 V8 Vantage has dipped below £30,000. This is what you should look out for

This Citroen 2CV driver gives us a masterclass in maintaining momentum

You think a Volkswagen Up GTI is the best affordable car for a twisty road? Pah...

Reviews

1983 Lotus Esprit S3 review: Retro Road Test

We review a classic Lotus Esprit S3, a wedge-shaped British sports car that shines despite its flaws. Did we mention James Bond drove one?

1966 Fiat 500 review: Retro Road Test

The iconic Fiat 500 got Italy moving after the Second World War and inspired today's retro remake. We tell its story – and drive one.

2004 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5: Retro Road Test

The fifth-generation VW Golf GTI is arguably the best of the breed, with a punchy engine, agile handling and no-compromise practicality.