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

TAX EXEMPTION HALT JUST A RUMOUR – FOR NOW

WARNING ISSUED OVER NEW SCAM

ASTONS GATHER FOR 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

PRE-WAR SECTOR WELCOMES THE NEXT GENERATION • Experts send clear message of inclusivity at HCVA insights day

BEST OF BEST TOP 5 REVEALED

INAUGURAL ZOUTE AUCTION ACHIEVES OVER €26 MILLION

XJR WINS CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS CONCOURS

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SWVA, OCTOBER 30

ANGLIA CAR AUCTIONS, NOVEMBER 1-2

SMALL WONDERS • This trio of small saloons all did their part in mobilising the masses in the 1960s, but how have their values fared in recent years?

CLASS OF 2005 • These eight cars mark their 20th birthdays this year – and we reckon each is a modern classic

COMFORT IN SOUND • The Fiat 127 was one of the earliest supermini pioneers and enjoyed a 12-year career. Jeff samples an immaculate late example to see how the model measures up today

CLASSIC SCENES

SOCIAL CLIMBERS • This trio of 1980s four-door saloons offered a more upmarket feel than hatchbacks elsewhere in the model range, but how do they stack up as classics?

FORD ORION Mk1/2 (1983-1990)

VW JETTA Mk2 (1984-1992)

C SIDE • The MGC was commercial failure when new, but a good example is much nicer to drive than initial road tests suggested. Here’s what to look for

SALES SPOTLIGHT | Mercedes-Benz R107

OR MAYBE…?

Matra Murena

Ford Mustang V8 Auto Coupé

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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.

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