The Mini was manufactured by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000. The original is considered a British icon of the 1960’s and its space-saving front-wheel drive layout allowing 80% of the car's floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage, influenced a generation of car makers. In 1999, the Mini was voted t..
Hagerty describes this specific model as ‘The BMW that cemented the winning formula for the M3’ with the E36 replacing the E30 in 1995. The US Spec M3 doesn’t have the full fat M3 engine and Hagerty says ‘I’m here to say that’s a good thing’. If you look back through history, no repairs bills, the US spec M3 ‘is the one to have’. A civilised high p..
A total of 1,086 Vanquish S models were manufactured between 2005 and 2007 and were debuted at the 2004 Paris Motor Show. Offering a power increase from 460bhp to 520bhp, other changes included new wheels, a slightly different nose shape, new raised boot lid with a larger integrated spoiler and the addition of a small front splitter for aerodynamic..
The Aston Martin Volante LWB is a classic convertible that is known for its elegant design and luxurious features. The LWB (Long Wheelbase) model was introduced in 1996 and was designed to provide more legroom for rear passengers. It was based on the DB7 platform and was produced until 2003. The exterior of the Volante LWB is timeless and sophistic..
The fifth generation of the legendary SL series convertible sports cars was known as the R230. It featured a fully retractable hardtop that was marketed as the Vario Roof, a first for the SL class although it had been available on the smaller SLK model since 1997. The flagship models were built by AMG in the form of the SL55 and SL65, both highly t..
The 991.2-generation Porsche 911 Carrera is a talented all-rounder and heralded a new dawn for the model with the introduction of twin-turbocharging for greater performance and improved fuel economy. Finished in a classic silver-on-black colour combination and offered for sale in excellent order, this example would make for a superb daily driver or..
The name CL stands for the German 'Coupé Leicht' or Coupé Light. The CL-Class is based on the S-Class full-size luxury car known at first as the SEC and later S coupé. It was spun off into its own, current name in 1996 and in 1997 for North American markets. The CL continued to follow the same development cycle as the S, although riding on a shorte..
Launched in 1989, Mercedes’ R129 SL was an engineering tour de force with sharp styling and extensive use of technology. All were accompanied by a removable hardtop which is electrically locked into place and creates what is effectively a GT coupé for the winter months. But they were really designed to be enjoyed with the roof down and with Merced..
The R107 and C107 Mercedes-Benz SL variants have long been revered amongst classic car devotees, being built to exacting engineering standards and with a subtle air of sophistication. These cars were built from 1971 through to 1989, the second longest single series ever produced by Mercedes-Benz after the G-Class. The SL (R107) was a two-seat conve..
The 1988 Peugeot 205 1.6 GTi stands as an icon of the hot hatch era, blending performance and style. Its compact frame housed a spirited 1.6 litre engine, delivering 105 horsepower to the front wheels through a close-ratio five-speed gearbox. With nimble handling, the GTi offered a thrilling driving experience, becoming a favourite on both city str..