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Lamborghini Countach project car sells for over £250k

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Despite being in need of serious attention, this classic Lamborghini Countach still sold for big money at auction. We tell its story.
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One in five classic cars fail voluntary MOT tests

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A Freedom of Information request has uncovered high failure rates for classic cars that are submitted for a voluntary MOT test.
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British Motor Museum membership scheme launched

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The British Motor Museum at Gaydon has launched a new membership scheme to broaden its reach and help raise funds
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Ford Escort RS2000 restored by Richard Hammond up for auction

John Redfern - 0
The first project from Richard Hammond’s new ‘The Smallest Cog’ workshop, this 1979 Ford Escort RS2000 heads to auction soon.
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Here’s your chance to buy an untouched 1980 Triumph TR8

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Having covered just 73 miles from new, the unregistered 1980 Triumph TR8 roadster is heading to auction later this month.
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Emissions regulations are a threat to historic car use

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A global classic car organisation is concerned that new low-emission zones could threaten the use of historic vehicles across Europe.
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Retro Rides confirms theme for 2021 Weekender event

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The Retro Rides modified car gathering is set to go ahead on 29 and 30 May at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Here’s what you need to know.
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Petition seeks to give younger cars classic tax status

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isted on the UK Parliament website, the new petition wants to help encourage younger drivers to consider driving a classic car.
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The story of the Little Trees air freshener

John Redfern - 0
Once a familiar sight dangling from a rear-view mirror, the Little Trees air freshener story began almost 70 years ago.

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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 auction full of genuinely cheap classic cars

Some of the potential bargains on offer at the forthcoming Anglia Car Auctions sale

Celebrity cars star at Race Retro auction

Cars formerly owned by Mark Blundell, Bruce Willis, Jay Kay and Rowan Atkinson set to go under the hammer at the Race Retro Classic Car Sale on 24 February 2018

Revealed: the retro cars we want for Christmas

From a Renault Clio Baccara to a Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS, we've plenty to keep Santa busy this Christmas

Reviews

1977 Volkswagen Polo review: Retro Road Test

The original Mk1 Volkswagen Polo makes for a great starter classic. Here's what you need to know about buying one.

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.

2005 Honda NSX review: Retro Road Test

The Honda NSX beat Ferrari at its own supercar game – and remains one of the great driving experiences. Here's what you need to know.