Retro Motor News

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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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Expert view: the sporty and affordable classics to buy now

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The demand for modern classics remains strong, with cars such as the Audi Quattro and Mitsubishi Evo proving a hit at auction.
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Skoda restores ultra-rare 1100 OHC Coupe racer

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Only two examples of the streamlined Skoda 1100 OHC Coupe racer were made. Now one has been restored to original condition by Skoda.
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MotoFest Coventry set to make spectacular return for 2022

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After a small-scale event in 2021, MotoFest Coventry will be back this year with a theme of past, present, and future.
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Tesla Roadster driven by Michael Schumacher heads to auction

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Used by Michael Schumacher and other stars at the 2010 Race of Champions, the original Tesla Roadster will be sold at auction next month.

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Race and rally Ford icons head to auction this month

The Iconic Auctioneers NEC Classic sale features an array of legendary Ford performance cars, including a Sierra RS500 and a road-spec RS200.

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.

Features

‘The Porsche of the East’: Skoda celebrates 50 years of sports cars

We remember the pretty, rear-engined Skoda 110 R coupe, which made its debut 50 years ago – and look at its legacy.

The Ford Escort story: how Britain’s best-seller blew it

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.

Cape Town: the South African city with incredible car culture

We check out the car scene in the South African city of Cape Town

Reviews

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.

Rover Mini Cooper Sport review: Retro Road Test

We get a nostalgic reminder of the back-to-basics brilliance of the classic Mini, driven here in 1998 Rover Cooper Sport guise.

2002 Ford Focus RS review: Retro Road Test

The original Ford Focus RS is a modern classic that continues to divide opinion. We get behind the wheel – and offer advice about buying one.