Classic Car Buyer

Classic Car Buyer is Britain’s leading weekly newspaper for classic car enthusiasts. On-sale every Wednesday, it is packed with the biggest and most comprehensive news section plus auction reports and events - anything related to the classic car scene, you can read about here first. In addition, you’ll also find in-depth features covering all aspects of owning a classic car – buying, maintaining, driving and – crucially - enjoying. There are comprehensive buying guides, informative road tests, a nostalgic pull-out spread depicting a scene from the halcyon days of motoring, staff car sagas, guest columnists, market reviews, a detailed club directory and a regularly updated price guide. The publication is also packed with hundreds of cars and parts for sale in its Free Ads section, making it THE place to buy or sell your classic. There is a dedicated classifieds spread on classic commercial vehicles and machinery. Classic Car Buyer provides the best insight into bread and butter classics – every week! Edited by John-Joe Vollans, it is backed by a hugely knowledgeable team who have had years of experience running their own classics. That combined with an unending enthusiasm.

WELCOME

THE BIG PICTURE

CLEAR DVLA POLICIES WITHIN A YEAR

ANTHONY HAMILTON CELEBRATES MUSEUM COLLABORATION

SPECIALISTS: TRUMP TARIFFS WON’T AFFECT PRICE OF SPARES • But trade deals with the new Administration will be crucial, say experts

FBHVC LAUNCHES NEW INSURANCE SCHEME

FABULOUS AT 40 • The Classic Motor Show returned to the NEC Birmingham on November 8–10 for its 40th year

REVIEW ICONIC AUCTIONEERS, NOVEMBER 9

PREVIEW HISTORICS, NOVEMBER 23

HOME GROWN • This trio of traditional British sports cars were all released in the mid-1950s and have been desirable ever since, but how have their values fared in the last few years?

STEEL CITY • In the late 1960s and 1970s, a whole range of diverse classics were united by their wheel design. We pay tribute to some of the cars that rolled on the iconic Rostyle steel

X-RATED • Once derided for its Ford origins, does Jaguar’s compact X-Type make more sense as a modern classic? We drive an immaculate V6 AWD to find out

CITY SLICKERS • The supermini boom of the 1980s saw numerous competitors vying for prime position on city streets, but which of these chic Europeans comes out ahead today?

CLASSIC SCENES

CONTINENTAL DRIFT • Responsible for revitalising the Bentley brand’s image and tens of thousands of sales, the Continental represents a great value modern classic. Here’s what you need to know to secure a great example

INSURANCE QUOTE • 2006 Bentley Continental GT, £15,000 value

MODEL TIMELINE

MORGAN PLUS 4 T-SERIES

OR MAYBE…?

MERCEDES W114 280CE

FORD MUSTANG

A MERRY MOTORING CHRISTMAS • Rev up your style or spoil a fellow petrolhead this Christmas with our branded motoring merchandise, special editions, guides, binders and more.

Classic Car Buyer

LAST ORDERS • Join in the CCB social scene by sending us your photos and emails, sharing your thoughts and opinions. Write to: ccb.ed@kelsey.co.uk.

NEXT ISSUE • DON’T MISS OUR NEXT ISSUE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27