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Auction Car of the Week: 2003 Vauxhall VX220 Turbo

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Light weight, fantastic handling and a turbocharged engine make this 2003 Vauxhall VX220 Turbo a leftfield alternative to a Lotus Elise.
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You can now buy official Jaguar and Land Rover classic parts on eBay

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Official parts and accessories for classic Jaguar and Land Rover models now have their own dedicated stores on the eBay website.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1995 MG RV8

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The MG RV8 is a rare, retro-styled roadster with a brawny 3.9-litre V8 engine and a traditional wood and leather interior.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1991 Volkswagen Corrado G60

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This recently restored Volkswagen Corrado G60 is a great example of the classic coupe, with a supercharged engine and BBS alloy wheels.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1989 Peugeot 205 GTI Dimma

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Few cars are so evocative of their era as a Dimma-kitted Peugeot 205 GTI. This one has a Turbo Technics engine conversion, too.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1994 Lancia Delta Integrale Evolution II

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Yellow but not mellow, this special edition 'Giallo' Delta Integrale Evo II must be among the finest examples of the legendary hot hatch.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1991 Ford Fiesta RS Turbo

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Looking to revisit your boy racer roots? This 1991 Ford Fiesta RS Turbo should fit the bill. It comes up for auction on Car & Classic soon.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa owned by Nigel Mansell heads to auction

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Given to Nigel Mansell after he joined the Ferrari F1 team, this 1988 Testarossa is a rare right-hand-drive example – and it could be yours.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1991 Nissan Skyline GT-R R32

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This 600hp modified Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 is a classic example of the car nicknamed 'Godzilla'. And it could be yours.

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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

Luck of the Irish – Ireland’s hidden automotive history

We celebrate St Patrick's Day by telling the story of cars built in Ireland – from the Delorean DMC-12 to the Ford Sierra

‘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.

Reviews

1989 Ford Fiesta XR2 review: Retro Road Test

The Ford Fiesta XR2 isn't as poised or polished as a Peugeot 205 GTI, but we still want one. Read our review of this classic hot hatchback.

1990 Renault Clio review: Retro Road Test

The original Renault Clio is fast-approaching modern classic status, and possessed of a charm many superminis of its era lack. We drive one.

1995 Reliant Rialto review: Retro Road Test

Join us for a special date with a three-wheeled Reliant Rialto. Is this one of the best classic cars to buy on a budget? We argue the case.