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Alfa Romeo Spider from Absolutely Fabulous heads to auction

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A recognisable star of the Absolutely Fabulous TV series, this classic Alfa Romeo Spider will come up for sale soon.
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Toyota Hilux takes top trophy at Festival of the Unexceptional 2024

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The 10th edition of the car show that celebrates motoring mundanity attracted a record number of visitors to Grimsthorpe Castle.
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Jeremy Clarkson’s Ford Escort RS Cosworth is for sale

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Affectionately known as ‘Gary’, arguably the most famous Ford Escort RS Cosworth will head to auction at Silverstone next month.
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Brawn in the USA: TVR Cerbera can now be imported into America

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Thanks to NHTSA legislation, classic TVR models from the late 1990s, including the Cerbera, can start a new life in the United States.
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Audi Quattro 20v Turbo: former UK press car heads to auction

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One of four cars used in the UK as press demonstrators, this 1989 Audi Quattro 20v has recently been restored.
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Audi completes radical Auto Union Type 52 road-racer after 90 years

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Designed by Ferdinand Porsche in 1933, Audi has revealed a restored Auto Union Type 52 Schnellsportwagen at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Cars

Party like it’s 1997 with this Lotus Esprit V8 up for auction

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Currently listed by Bonhams Online, this Lotus Esprit V8 SE started its life as a press demonstrator and has covered less than 50,000 miles.
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Ex-press Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 4×4 is up for auction

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Originally used as a press demonstrator by Ford, this four-door Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 4x4 is available for online auction bids now.
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Triumph Stag driven by Dennis Waterman heads to auction

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Featured in the ‘New Tricks’ TV series, this 1975 Triumph Stag was even present at a memorial service for the late British actor.

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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.

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.

Features

Acceptable in the 80s: 7 old videos to take you back in time

Youtube clips show what London's roads looked like in the 1980s

The amazing 10-car garage you could buy for the cost of ONE wedding

As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce their engagement, we fire up Auto Trader

Coolest cars of all time: the people’s vote

We count down the 25 coolest cars ever, as determined by a public poll. Those chosen include the AC Cobra, Porsche 911 and Nissan Skyline GT-R.

Reviews

2004 Renault Clio V6 review: Retro Road Test

Like a project from a modified car magazine, the Renault Clio featured a mid-mounted 3.0-litre engine instead of rear seats. We drive one.

1999 Ferrari F355 Spider review: Retro Road Test

The Ferrari F355 offers up visceral driving excitement and prancing horse glamour for comfortably less than six figures. We drive it.

2001 Honda Insight review: Retro Road Test

The 1999 Honda Insight is already a cult classic, but it's also a surprisingly sensible and affordable retro car. We get behind the wheel.