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Rare, low-mileage Renault Sport Spider heads to auction

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One of only 60 right-hand-drive Sport Spiders, this classic Renault comes up for sale at next month’s Supercar Fest.
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Moving fast! Retro hot hatchbacks heading to auction soon

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From a classic Ford Escort to a V6-powered MG ZS, there is a retro hot hatch to suit all tastes in April's Anglia Car Auction.
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Rare V8-powered BMW 502 heads to auction

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One of only 12 examples in the UK, this 1957 BMW 502 will be sold by H&H Classics next month. Here's what you need to know.
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Rare, UK-registered Ford GT supercar now up for auction

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Imported to the UK in 2014, this fabulous first-generation Ford GT is currently being auctioned through Bonhams Online.
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Festival of the Unexceptional to celebrate 10 years of mundane cars

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The 2024 edition of the Hagerty Festival of the Unexceptional promises to be bigger than ever, with tickets now on sale.
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Could this be the world’s best Ford Escort XR3?

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Restored by Tolman Engineering, this 1981 Ford Escort XR3 is even better than when new – and comes complete with period 1980s accessories.
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F1 star’s stolen Ferrari recovered after it goes missing for 28 years

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The Metropolitan Police tracked down Gerhard Berger’s stolen Ferrari F512 M following a tip-off when it was sold in late 2023.
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Elvis Presley’s Cadillac Eldorado heads to auction

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Being sold at the Mecum Auctions Glendale event, the King was the first owner of this special 1969 Cadillac Eldorado.
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What made Princess Diana’s one-off Escort RS Turbo so special?

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Built especially for Diana, Princess of Wales, this famous black Ford Escort RS Turbo sold for an incredible £722,500 at auction.

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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

Celebrating the Clio and other radical Renaults

As the Renault Clio celebrates its 30th anniversary, we take a look at some of our favourite radical Renaults.

11 modern classics you can’t afford not to buy

We've picked out the highlights from this weekend's Classic Car Auctions sale

The greatest Peugeot hot hatches

We trace Peugeot’s hot hatchback heritage, from the famous 205 GTI forwards, and look at what might come next

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.

Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS backdate 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?

1997 Vauxhall Omega V6 review: Retro Road Test

Has the Vauxhall Omega 3.0-litre V6 stood the test of time? We reckon it's the equal of a BMW from the same era – if you can find a good one.