Great Motoring Disasters

Great Motoring Disasters

Great Motoring Disasters: Vauxhall Belmont

Retro Motor team - 2
Back in the 1980s, the Vauxhall Belmont took on the Ford Orion with four doors, aerodynamic styling... and ideas well above its station.
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News

The government wants YOUR advice on preserving classic cars

A new government initiative aims to make registering modified classic vehicles easier, including those converted to electric power.

Up for auction: The Austin Rover company name could be yours

The Iconic Auctioneers Supercar Fest sale includes your chance to own the rights to the Austin Rover company name and registration number.

Porsche 911 Turbo prototype to star at Hampton Court this summer

The very first Porsche 911 Turbo prototype will be displayed at Hampton Court Palace for this year’s Concours of Elegance.

Features

The history of the Ford Focus: in pictures

We take a look at the stor of Ford’s hugely successful family hatchback.

Mach in time: The story of the Ford Mustang Mach 1

Ford has confirmed that the Mach 1 performance Mustang is coming to the UK. We dive into the history of this fabled badge.

Barn finds at the NEC Classic Car and Restoration Show

As the Classic Car and Restoration Show kicks off, we search the show for our favourite barn finds

Reviews

2004 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5: Retro Road Test

The fifth-generation VW Golf GTI is arguably the best of the breed, with a punchy engine, agile handling and no-compromise practicality.

1996 Mazda MX-5 Mk1 review: Retro Road Test

The original Mazda MX-5 has now attained modern classic status. It's affordable to buy, reliable and fun to drive.

MR archive: Chrysler Crossfire review

The year is 2003 and Chrysler has launched its bizarre Mercedes-Benz SLK-based Crossfire