Innholdsfortegnelse for 8/13/2025 i Classic Car Buyer

The Classic & Retro Car Revival, powered by Hagerty, returns to Tatton Park in Cheshire this weekend (August 16–17), celebrating iconic vehicles from the 1970s to the early 2000s. A standout feature is the Telegraph’s UK’s Rarest Cars display, showcasing 50 unique and hard-to-spot classics. The 2025 lineup promises plenty of surprises, ranging from a 1964 Daihatsu Compagno to a 1980 Ford Escort Huntsman. In addition, there will be varied and vibrant car club displays, plus entertainment for all ages including live music, a children’s funfair and the new Kid Zone powered by Scalextric. Food and drink stalls will also be present, with a lively beer tent offering the perfect place to relax. While thrill-seekers enjoy charity passenger rides in dream cars with the Sporting Bears Motor Club, others can…

The subject of modified classics is one which never fails to spark a debate, opinions split between diehard purists and the more pragmatic crowd who appreciate the benefit of upgrades which make your old car easier to use in modern life. If you’re in the crossply tyres and monograde oil camp, then you’ll probably want to avoid the Rollhard event, but for the rest of us it’s a fascinating glimpse into a scene which sits parallel with the traditional classic car world but does things in a very different way. It’s also a certainty that the growing wave of enthusiasm for modifying the often humdrum classics of recent history has saved a significant number from the crusher. The 2025 event was notable for its variety, while also attracting a big…

BMW E36 3 SERIES (1993-1999) BMW’s first 3 Series convertible wasn’t the first 3 Series convertible – coachbuilder Baur had been making compact convertibles from BMW bases since the 1502. The TC1, based on the E21 3 Series, retained window frames but had a cloth hood. The TC2 – based on the E30 – did the same. However, BMW’s own open-topped E30 was a proper convertible without window frames. Following its 1985 launch, the market for Baur’s conversions was significantly reduced. The E30 continued until 1993, when an open-top version of the E36 3 Series finally went on sale. Baur made its own fixed-side version (based on the four door saloon), but by far the more plentiful was the in-house two-door based on what BMW was now calling its 3…

It all started more than seven years ago when Paul Hudson, Motoring Editor of The Telegraph, and writer Andrew Roberts pondered a vital question – when did they last see a Mazda 929 Estate? The answer promoted an entire series, using https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk as a guide and always emphasising the story of the car and its owner. Last year, Mortons Media invited The Telegraph’s UK’s Rarest Cars display to its Classic and Retro Car Revival show powered by Hagerty at Tatton Park, in the heart of Cheshire. The response was incredibly positive, with visitors gazing in amazement at long-disappeared models and rarities such as a Hillman Avenger “Top Hat”. So, we will be returning on 16-17 August with even more cars to delight the eye and prompt the remark “my dad/mum/teacher…

When Ford unveiled the Mk2 Granada in August 1977, it marked a bold departure from the softer, flowing lines of the Mk1, embracing a more contemporary design language inspired by the Mk4 Cortina. Despite its modern styling, the Mk2 shared much with its predecessor, using the same underbody and structure to reduce development costs and maintain what made the original popular. Under the bonnet, the Mk2 retained the reliable 1993cc ‘Pinto’ OHC engine, producing 99bhp and mated to a four-speed manual gearbox. This engine powered the saloon and estate ‘L’ models, which became the entry-level trims. The ‘L’ featured basic equipment such as cloth trim, steel wheels, and a push-button MW/LW radio. A new diesel engine, a Ford-developed version of Peugeot’s 2.1-litre unit, was introduced, offering longevity and fuel efficiency,…

Group ed Paul spotted this super rare example of the Passat-with-a-boot which went by the name Santana. It was one of the earliest entries by a Western car maker into the nascent Chinese market, produced by a Volkswagen/SAIC joint venture from 1983 and lasting until the 2000s with a few facelifts on the way. We suspect that not many Beijing taxis had the BBS rims of this one spotted at the Rollhard event though. Sporting a great barnfind patina, itsported a superb red crushed velour interior.…

As summer hits full throttle, we’re excited to invite you to our final show of the year: the Classic & Retro Car Revival, powered by Hagerty, returning to the beautiful Tatton Park this August. Whether you’re a restorer, collector, or just love cars, this event is your perfect pit stop. With thousands of classic and retro cars, top club displays, trade stands, autojumble, tools, parts and memorabilia, there’s something for every enthusiast. Expect a mix of fan favourites, rare cars from the Telegraph and fresh entries from clubs and private owners, spanning six decades of motoring. Club members are always happy to share stories, tips and car talk. Tatton’s family-friendly atmosphere is sure to leave you inspired, whether you’re after parts, thinking of joining a club, or just enjoying the…

Among the cars confirmed for this year’s Classic & Retro Car Revival, powered by Hagerty are these five incredible examples which are already generating particular interest amongst the team here at the Classic Car Shows. 1989 Porsche 911 Turbo A final-year G-series 911 Turbo featuring the 3.3-litre flat-six air-cooled engine, producing 300bhp. Known for its raw power delivery and distinctive styling, this model remains one of the most desirable 911 variants of its era. 1958 VW Karmann Beetle This early Karmann-bodied Beetle has been extensively customised while retaining its original charm. Featuring bespoke detailing and careful modifications, it blends period style with personal flair. 2004 Noble M12 GTO-3 A rare British performance car from the early 2000s, this M12 is fitted with a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 and six-speed manual gearbox.…

You’ll still spot a pleasing number of old cars in Slovenia, but this street in Maribor in 1961 shows many of these now-classics when they were current. An ‘Oval Window’ Beetle is closest, followed by one of at least three Zastavas, essentially Fiats built under license in Yugoslavia, of which Slovenia was a part until 1991. Other highlights further back include a Renault Dauphine, and on the other side what looks like a DKW F7. What else can you spot? Let us know via ccb.ed@kelsey.co.uk.…

MGC Sales of the MGC and TR6 only overlapped by a couple of months before the plug was pulled on the C-Series MG, but if you want a rear-wheel-drive, six-cylinder roadster from the same era, it’s one of very few contemporaries. MGCs are rare cars, and while they’re a bit of a handful on the limit, the lazy 3.0-litre six is a smooth and refined powerplant. FIAT 124 SPIDER The 124 Spider is smaller than a TR6, but thanks to its rev-hungry twin-cam engine it’s also a lively and sporting car to drive, especially in 2.0-litre form. Like the TR6, it sold in much greater numbers in the USA than in Europe and most of the cars on the market are re-imported ex-USA models, but all are achingly pretty and…

The Mini community has been rocked by the postponement of the International Mini Meeting with less than three weeks to go before the event. It was due to take place at Laughton Showground in East Sussex from August 21-25, but the organisers took to social media on August 1 to notify participants that it would not take place as planned because not enough tickets had been sold to cover outgoings. The IMM is a nomadic event that has taken place annually since 1978. It usually takes place in England every five years to coincide with the big Mini anniversaries – the last time in 2019, when the Mini was celebrating its 60th birthday. However, the pandemic disrupted this, so this time the UK event was set for 2025, organised by…

Events such as the Festival of the Unexceptional and the boom they have caused in the popularity of 1990s classics has led to a swathe of young people coming into the classic car community, as well as a surge in demand for everyday modern classics. Over 1000 cars turned up at Grimsthorpe Castle near Bourne, Lincolnshire, on July 26, with around half of those on display manufactured between 1990 and 2000. The winning car – a 1992 Skoda Favorit Forum – was owned by a 22-year-old, and that’s becoming a common theme with cars of that era. Indeed, concours champ Simon Packzowski acquired his car from a like-minded mate of a similar age. “The car has covered just 30,000 miles from new and is in completely original condition, including its…

SWVA’s summer classic auction proved to be another successful day for the Dorset auction house, with an impressive sale rate of 87 per cent and several impressive results. It was modern classics that really stood out on the South Coast, not least a humble 1989 Vauxhall Nova SR, which made light work of its £5000-£7000 estimate to sell for £9750 plus fees. This was joined by an Austin Metro City X from the same year, which looked very tidy throughout and beat its modest £1000-£2000 guide to be hammered away for £3100. And for those looking for a little more prestige from their 1980s classic, an ’86 Jaguar XJ-SC in 3.6-litre manual flavour was another to perform well, beating a £5000-£6000 prediction to sell for £8200 plus fees. BMWs also…

Joining us in August is a large-scale replica of the iconic Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit, courtesy of Scalextric, Mission Motorsport and The Armed Forces Motorsport Charity. A hit with visitors of all ages when it debuted at the Classic & Performance Car Spectacular in June, we’re delighted to see its return for the Classic & Retro Car Revival powered by Hagerty. Also returning are the team from Wheelstand Racing, bringing their popular racing simulator, along with live music from returning favourites Kathy’s Band and so much more. BRAND NEW KID ZONE powered by…

Even the most successful carmakers can suffer periods when things aren’t going so well. Perhaps they’ve taken their eye off the ball when it comes to changing technology, or their range doesn’t suit new social trends. Or perhaps they are just flat broke. Whatever the circumstances, history is full of cars that have arrived just at the right time to save their manufacturer’s bacon. As a result of their heroics, these cars are all bona fide classics today. While some of the models we’ve listed are controversial among diehard brand followers, the fact remains that today we might not have a Porsche without the Boxster, or an Aston Martin without the DB7… or much of a motor industry at all had Herbert Austin not put his personal time into creating…