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Auction Car of the Week: 1984 De Tomaso Pantera GT5

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A red-blooded Italian supercar with a brawny American V8: what's not to like? This De Tomaso Pantera GT5 comes up for auction in February.
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Auction Car of the Week: Honda S2000 GT

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Taken from the final year of production, this low-mileage and original Honda S2000 GT is a deservedly sought-after sports car.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1987 DAM 4100 Metro 6R4

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After Group B rallying was banned, the MG Metro 6R4 evolved to become the DAM 4100. This one is up for sale and ready to race.
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Auction Car of the Week: Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX MR FQ-360 HKS

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With factory-fitted modifications by Japanese tuner HKS, this run-out Mitsubishi Evo IX FQ-360 will be up for auction in December 2025.
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Auction Car of the Week: Ex-MOD 1991 Land Rover Defender 90

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Having lived a military life, this Land Rover Defender 90 is now ready for civilian duty, with an auction estimate of £12,000 to £15,000.
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Auction Car of the Week: Ford Capri 280 Brooklands

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A record auction price suggests the Capri 280 Brooklands is now a fully fledged classic Ford. Could this be a more affordable way to own one?
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Renault to auction 100 historic cars from its collection

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With a brand new Renault heritage centre due to open in 2027, the French marque is slimming down its classic car collection.
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Auction Car of the Week: 1990 Ford RS200 S

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Want to own the ultimate fast Ford? This rare RS200 S in Rosso Red has a more luxurious specification tailored for road driving.
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Auction Car of the Week: Mercedes-Benz Brabus SV12 Roadster

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With a 6.3-litre twin-turbo V12 and a top speed north of 200mph, this rare and exotic Brabus SV12 comes up for auction on 8 November.

News

Auction Car of the Week: 1984 De Tomaso Pantera GT5

A red-blooded Italian supercar with a brawny American V8: what's not to like? This De Tomaso Pantera GT5 comes up for auction in February.

Auction Car of the Week: Honda S2000 GT

Taken from the final year of production, this low-mileage and original Honda S2000 GT is a deservedly sought-after sports car.

Auction Car of the Week: 1987 DAM 4100 Metro 6R4

After Group B rallying was banned, the MG Metro 6R4 evolved to become the DAM 4100. This one is up for sale and ready to race.

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 20 greatest fast Fords

From the Sierra RS Cosworth to the Fiesta ST, everybody loves a fast Ford. We pick our 20 all-time favourites.

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

Reviews

1988 Land Rover 90 review: Retro Road Test

This Land Rover 90 is an exceptionally rare special edition. But the qualities that make it great are the same for any classic Defender.

1989 Seat Ibiza Mk1 review: Retro Road Test

With crisp Giugiaro styling and low running costs, the original Seat Ibiza is a great starter classic. If you can find one.

2001 Audi RS4 (B5) review: Retro Road Test

The original B5 Audi RS4 Avant is a practical family estate and a surprisingly specialist sports car. Jekyll and Hyde? You bet.