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Auction Car of the Week: 1984 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole

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This Ferrari 308 QV has been owned by the same family for 34 years and shows just 12,492 miles on the clock. Now it could be yours
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Auction Car of the Week: 1951 Allard K2

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A classic British sports car powered by an all-American V8? We check out a little-known Allard K2 – up for online auction now
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Auction Car of the Week: Vauxhall Vectra SuperTouring 3000

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If the prospect of a Vauxhall Vectra doesn't excite you, take another look at this rare 3.0-litre V6 SuperTouring – and it could be yours
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Auction Car of the Week: Marcos Martina

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The Marcos Martina is a rare British sports car based on the Ford Cortina. This final example will be sold at CarFest later this month
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Auction Car of the Week: Renault Clio V6

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The Renault Clio V6 is an extreme, mid-engined hot hatchback and a surefire future classic. And this one could be yours
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Auction Car of the Week: Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible

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Coming up for auction at CarFest in late August 2026, this drop-top Rolls-Royce Corniche could be perfect for decadent summer road-trips.
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Auction Car of the Week: Mercedes-Benz 280 TE (W123)

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We're struggling to think of a lovelier family car than this meticulously restored W123 280 TE estate, which comes up for auction in August
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Auction Car of the Week: Volvo 850 T-5R

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Coming up for auction at CarFest, this restored Volvo 850 T-5R saloon combines subtle styling with a turbocharged five-cylinder engine.
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Auction Car of the Week: Aston Martin Lagonda Series 2

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Coming up for auction at Silverstone on 25 July, this newly restored Aston Martin Lagonda comes from the collection of Anthony Hamilton.

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Auction Car of the Week: 1984 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole

This Ferrari 308 QV has been owned by the same family for 34 years and shows just 12,492 miles on the clock. Now it could be yours

Auction Car of the Week: 1951 Allard K2

A classic British sports car powered by an all-American V8? We check out a little-known Allard K2 – up for online auction now

Auction Car of the Week: Vauxhall Vectra SuperTouring 3000

If the prospect of a Vauxhall Vectra doesn't excite you, take another look at this rare 3.0-litre V6 SuperTouring – and it could be yours

Features

Celebrity cars star at Race Retro auction

Cars formerly owned by Mark Blundell, Bruce Willis, Jay Kay and Rowan Atkinson set to go under the hammer at the Race Retro Classic Car Sale on 24 February 2018

Remember when Volkswagen built a London taxi?

In December 2010, Volkswagen unveiled its Taxi Concept. Ten years on, here’s a brief history of VW’s black cab.

Sleepers: Citroen Saxo VSX Auto

The French shopping car that was an accidental GTi

Reviews

Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS replica review: Retro Road Test

This 'backdated' Porsche 911 imitates the legendary Carrera 2.7 RS for a fraction of the price. How does it compare to drive?

1974 Volkswagen T2 camper review: Retro Road Test

Brimful of easygoing charm, the Volkswagen T2 camper van is perfect for family adventures. But do your homework before buying one.

1972 Jensen Interceptor review: Retro Road Test

The Jensen Interceptor serves up British charm with a generous side-order of American muscle. We drive the ultimate 385hp Six-Pack version.