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Majority of classic car owners oppose ‘anti-tampering’ rules

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A new survey finds 84 percent of classic car owners oppose suggested anti-tampering legislation, which could impact the aftermarket industry.
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How Porsche transformed an unloved 996 into a GT3-powered restomod

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A two-and-a-half-year project saw a used Porsche 996 Carrera transformed into a 997 Sport Classic tribute – with a GT3 engine.
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Press fleet Audi A4 DTM – previously reviewed by us – is for sale

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The 2005 A4 DTM Edition was part of Audi’s UK heritage fleet, and borrowed by Motoring Research for a month-long test. Here's how to buy it.
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Retro Rides Weekender 2022: full details of Goodwood classic car event

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Set to take place at Goodwood Motor Circuit on 21 and 22 May, more than 800 classic and modified cars will attend the Retro Rides Weekender.
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Renault heritage fleet hot hatches up for auction

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A selection of Renault UK’s modern classics are being sold via online auction, including a Clio 182 Trophy and Megane R26.R.
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Ferrari specialist GTO Engineering to offer Lamborghini and Maserati parts

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Founded in 1996 to focus on classic Ferraris, the GTO Parts business will now supply components for two more famous Italian marques.
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Rare right-hand-drive Chevrolet Corvette up for auction

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Listed for sale on The Market auction website, this bright yellow 2001 C5 Chevrolet Corvette has been converted to right-hand drive.
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Ex-Colin McRae Ford Focus WRC heads to auction

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Raced by legendary rally driver Colin McRae, this 2001 Focus was driven to three WRC rally wins for the Ford team. And you could buy it.
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First classic cars chosen for NEC Pride of Ownership award

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The first 10 Pride of Ownership award finalists have been chosen, ahead of the 2022 Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show.

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Tolman gives classic Mini Cooper S the restomod treatment

With its power output almost doubled, Tolman Engineering has overhauled this Mini Cooper S while preserving its classic character.

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.

Features

A brief history of Mercedes-Benz sports cars

As the R107 SL celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look at the glamorous history of Mercedes-Benz sports cars.

Porsche Boxster at 25: a history in pictures

Launched in 1996, the Porsche Boxster introduced new generations to affordable driving fun. We tell its story – from original concept to new 25 Years special edition.

Forgotten heroes: brilliant cars that nobody remembers

These are great cars that have somehow fallen off the radar, including the Honda Accord Type R, Isuzu Piazza and Citroen GS.

Reviews

1972 Jensen Interceptor review: Retro Road Test

The Jensen Interceptor serves up British charm with a generous side-order of American muscle. We drive the ultimate 385hp Six-Pack version.

1983 Audi Quattro review: Retro Road Test

Fire up the Quattro! We drive the car that transformed Audi's image – and dominated world rallying thanks to four-wheel drive.

MR archive: Audi RS4 B7 review

We rewind the clock by 11 years for a drive in the new-at-the-time B7 Audi RS4