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Ex-Richard Burns Mitsubishi Lancer Evo heads to auction

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Recently refurbished, this 1997 Lancer Evo IV was used by the late Richard Burns when driving for the Mitsubishi rally team.
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The retro 1990s Porsche colours making a comeback

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As part of its updated Paint to Sample option, Porsche has introduced retro colours for new cars. They include Rubystar and Mint Green.
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Reborn Aston Martin Bulldog hits 162mph in first test for 40 YEARS

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The Aston Martin Bulldog was created in 1979 to become the first 200mph supercar. Four decades on, the revived project has begun testing – at speed...
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Live the American Dream with a Dodge Hemi Challenger

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Currently listed on The Market auction platform, this particular American icon is one of just 137 ever made.
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New Great British Car Club to launch at NEC

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Created by the founder of the Great British Car Journey museum, the new club aims to connect a diverse range of classic car enthusiasts.
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RS kickers: fast Fords star at NEC auction this week

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The upcoming NEC Classic Motor Show Sale features a plethora of fast Fords, from a Mk1 Escort RS1600 to a 335-mile Mk1 Focus RS.
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Citroen’s Group B rally flop: ultra-rare BX sells for £352,000

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The 1986 BX 4TC Evolution is said to be one of just seven survivors from Citroen’s ill-fated Group B rallying adventure.
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‘Dominant’ 1990 Ford Sierra RS500 racers to be reborn

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Race specialists CNC Motorsport AWS will build three fresh Ford Sierra RS500s to 1990 Andy Rouse Motorsport competition specification.
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Timewarp 77-mile MGB roadster up for auction

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Listed on the Car & Classic online auction website, the run-out MGB Limited Edition has covered just 77 miles since leaving the factory.

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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

The story of Japan’s tiny kei cars

Your pocket guide to Japan’s tiny, quirky and brilliant kei cars – including some of our favourite models

BMW 8 Series: the story of the soft-focus supercar

The BMW 8 Series is 30 years old in 2020. We look back at three decades of this glamorous super-GT

Britain’s favourite cars of 1995

We turn the clock back 25 years to reveal the 25 most popular cars in 1995. Where have all those Orions and Montegos gone?

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.

Land Rover Discovery 1, 2, 3 and 4: Retro Road Test Special

We drive the first four generations of Land Rover Discovery off-road at Eastnor Castle, including two G4 Challenge special editions.

2016 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe review: Retro Road Test

A beautifully built recreation of a classic 1960s racer, this Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe is as evocative to drive as it looks.