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[![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/db5_auction_myth.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/why-james-bond-ruined-the-aston-martin-db5) ## [Why James Bond ruined the Aston Martin DB5](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/why-james-bond-ruined-the-aston-martin-db5) The sacred cow in a dinner jacket [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/alfa_montreal_hero_country_road.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/alfa-romeo-montreal-buyers-guide) ## [Alfa Romeo Montreal buyer’s guide](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/alfa-romeo-montreal-buyers-guide) There are sensible classic cars, and then there is the Alfa Romeo Montreal. Sensible classic cars ha... 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The company that built an empire on screaming engines, red paint and th... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/toyota_mr2_mk1_british_b_road_body_colour_spoiler.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/toyota-mr2-mk1-buyers-guide) ## [Toyota MR2 Mk1 buyer’s guide](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/toyota-mr2-mk1-buyers-guide) Toyota MR2 Mk1 buyer’s guide [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/classic_car_silence_roadside_web.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-dictionary-of-classic-car-noises-and-what-they-actually-mean) ## [A dictionary of classic car noises and what they actually mean](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-dictionary-of-classic-car-noises-and-what-they-actually-mean) There are two types of classic car owner in Britain. The first hears a strange noise, pulls over saf... 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[![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/land_cruiser_bj40_fj40_immaculate_modified_web.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/toyota-land-cruiser-bj40-and-fj40-buyers-guide) ## [Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 and FJ40 buyer’s guide](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/toyota-land-cruiser-bj40-and-fj40-buyers-guide) The Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 and FJ40 are proof that a vehicle does not need leather, mood lighting ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/classic_car_fuel_pump.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/why-a-war-far-away-can-make-your-classic-car-cost-more) ## [Why a war far away can make your classic car cost more](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/why-a-war-far-away-can-make-your-classic-car-cost-more) Classic cars are meant to be the opposite of modern chaos. You open the garage, see a bit of chrome,... 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[![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/image1_buff_out.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/itll-buff-out-and-other-lies-we-tell-ourselves) ## [It'll buff out and other lies we tell ourselves](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/itll-buff-out-and-other-lies-we-tell-ourselves) Welcome, fellow dreamers, to the support group for the terminally optimistic. If you own a classic c... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/image2_modern_classic_v3_compressed.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-car-a-classic.-the-age-value-and-culture-debate) ## [What makes a car a classic. The age, value, and culture debate.](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-car-a-classic.-the-age-value-and-culture-debate) It is a question that has sparked countless debates at car shows and in pub gardens across the count... 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[![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/ran_when_parked.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-secret-language-of-classic-car-adverts-what-they-really-mean) ## [The secret language of classic car adverts: what they really mean](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-secret-language-of-classic-car-adverts-what-they-really-mean) Welcome, fellow travellers, to the murky and often bewildering world of classic car classifieds. It'... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/ebay_2am_03_winners_panic.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-seven-stages-of-buying-a-classic-car-on-ebay-at-2am) ## [The seven stages of buying a classic car on eBay at 2am](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-seven-stages-of-buying-a-classic-car-on-ebay-at-2am) It’s a scenario that will be familiar to many of us. It’s the dead of night, the house is quiet, and... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/final_image1_fos.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-best-classic-car-shows-and-events-in-the-uk-for-2026) ## [The best classic car shows and events in the UK for 2026](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-best-classic-car-shows-and-events-in-the-uk-for-2026) Well, what a year 2026 is shaping up to be for us classic car nuts. After a long, cold winter of tin... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/escort_rs_cosworth_hero.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/auction-car-of-the-month-the-bosss-cossie) ## [Auction car of the month: The Boss's Cossie](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/auction-car-of-the-month-the-bosss-cossie) Welcome back to Auction Car of the Month, where we dig through the latest sales to find a car with a... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/cortina_hero.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/iconic-classic-of-the-month-the-ford-cortina-mk-iii) ## [Iconic Classic of the Month: The Ford Cortina Mk III](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/iconic-classic-of-the-month-the-ford-cortina-mk-iii) Welcome to our brand new series, the Iconic Classic of the Month! Each month we’ll be taking a deep ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/restomod_etype.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/restomods-are-you-improving-a-classic-or-erasing-its-soul) ## [Restomods: are you improving a classic or erasing its soul?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/restomods-are-you-improving-a-classic-or-erasing-its-soul) There are few words in the classic car world more likely to start a fight than 'restomod'. To some, ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design-45.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/understanding-the-law-on-seatbelts-for-classic-cars-in-the-uk) ## [What's the law on seatbelts for classic cars in the UK?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/understanding-the-law-on-seatbelts-for-classic-cars-in-the-uk) When it comes to classic cars, owners may find themselves scratching their heads when considering th... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/vw_golf_gti_mk2.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/driving-your-pension-5-classic-cars-that-could-actually-make-you-money) ## [Driving your pension: 5 classic cars that could actually make you money](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/driving-your-pension-5-classic-cars-that-could-actually-make-you-money) Let's be honest, the word 'pension' doesn't exactly get the heart racing. It conjures up images of s... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1006618417.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-convince-your-partner-you-need-another-classic-car) ## [How to convince your partner you need another classic car](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-convince-your-partner-you-need-another-classic-car) So, you've got the itch again. That familiar twitch in your wallet finger, the uncontrollable urge t... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/triumph_stag_final_v3.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-most-unreliable-classics-that-we-love-anyway) ## [The most unreliable classics (that we love anyway)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-most-unreliable-classics-that-we-love-anyway) Let’s be honest, shall we? There are sensible, logical reasons to buy a classic car. You might want ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/0003_rVYNyI_lg.jpeg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/auction-car-of-the-month-the-891-mile-ferrari-barn-find) ## [Auction Car of the Month: The 891 Mile Ferrari Barn Find](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/auction-car-of-the-month-the-891-mile-ferrari-barn-find) Welcome to our very first Auction Car of the Month! Each month, we’ll be plucking a truly special ve... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_714397489.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/over-70-the-rules-for-driving-your-classic-car-could-be-changing) ## [Over 70? The rules for driving your classic car could be changing](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/over-70-the-rules-for-driving-your-classic-car-could-be-changing) For many of us, reaching 70 is a milestone that brings more freedom, not less. It's a time for enjoy... [![Datsun 240z](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Datsun240z.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-datsun-240z-the-car-that-changed-everything) ## [The Datsun 240Z: The car that changed everything](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-datsun-240z-the-car-that-changed-everything) Let's be honest, when you think of 1970s sports cars, your mind probably wanders to the likes of Jag... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2491632159.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/electric-conversions-sacrilege-or-salvation) ## [Electric conversions: sacrilege or salvation?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/electric-conversions-sacrilege-or-salvation) It’s a debate that’s properly splitting the classic car community right down the middle, causing mor... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1176157843.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-volvo-p1800) ## [The Volvo P1800](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-volvo-p1800) The Volvo P1800 is one of those rare classics that manages to surprise people who think they already... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_95572654.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/weve-built-our-very-own-classic-car-museums-directory) ## [We've Built Our Very Own Classic Car Museums Directory!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/weve-built-our-very-own-classic-car-museums-directory) Thanks to your amazing response, we've created a dedicated website to help you explore Britain's bes... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2330499473.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-importing-a-classic-car-from-america) ## [A Guide to Importing a Classic Car from America](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-importing-a-classic-car-from-america) The American Dream on British Roads: A Guide to Importing a Classic Ford Mustang So, you’ve seen the... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2092479805.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-sell-your-classic-car-a-complete-step-by-step-guide) ## [How to sell your classic car: A complete step-by-step guide](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-sell-your-classic-car-a-complete-step-by-step-guide) Selling a classic car in the UK can feel a bit complex, especially when you’re trying to achieve the... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2625243493.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-avoid-classic-car-scams-when-buying) ## [How to avoid scams when buying a classic car](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-avoid-classic-car-scams-when-buying) Sadly, the classic car market can be the perfect hunting ground for fraudsters and scammers. Buyers ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2212909763.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/understanding-faulty-dash-cluster-issues) ## [Understanding faulty dash cluster issues](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/understanding-faulty-dash-cluster-issues) Your car’s dashboard (or instrument) cluster consists of the set of gauges and warning lights in the... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2507535055.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-cars-from-the-1990s) ## [Our fondest five cars from the 1990s!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-cars-from-the-1990s) The 1990s were a decade of big changes… Britpop ruled the radio, we were rooted to our TV screens fo... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2630286287.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-and-when-to-use-a-trickle-charger) ## [How and when to use a trickle charger](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-and-when-to-use-a-trickle-charger) One of the most common issues that classic car owners face is a flat battery - especially if the veh... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2119424555.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-the-different-rules-in-the-highway-code-mean-in-practice) ## [What do the different rules in the Highway Code mean in practice?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-the-different-rules-in-the-highway-code-mean-in-practice) When we’re learning to drive (or refreshing our knowledge of the rules of the road) it’s important t... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1696653766.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-store-your-classic-car-over-winter) ## [How to store your classic car over winter](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-store-your-classic-car-over-winter) As the colder months set in, many classic car owners will face a familiar dilemma, which is how to k... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_281195741.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-deal-with-rust-in-classic-cars) ## [How to deal with rust in classic cars](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-deal-with-rust-in-classic-cars) When it comes to classic cars, rust is the silent enemy that can quietly undo years of careful prese... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_670860250.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-cars-from-the-1980s) ## [Our top five cars from the 1980s!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-cars-from-the-1980s) The 1980s were a bit of a golden era for British motoring. It was a decade of Rubik’s Cubes, shoulde... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/PHOTO-2025-09-12-14-25-11.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-your-classic-car-roadworthy-for-longer) ## [How to keep your classic car roadworthy for longer](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-your-classic-car-roadworthy-for-longer) As you may no doubt realise, owning a classic car is a real labour of love! Unlike modern vehicles, ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2504151069.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/selling-your-classic-car-in-todays-challenging-market) ## [Selling your classic car in today’s challenging market](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/selling-your-classic-car-in-todays-challenging-market) The UK classic car market is no doubt facing a bit of a tough correction in 2025, with values slidin... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2423293285.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-common-dashboard-symbols) ## [A guide to common dashboard symbols](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-common-dashboard-symbols) Whether you’re behind the wheel of a modern motor or a much-loved classic, the dashboard is your car... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2523667105.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-check-your-mot-history-online) ## [How to check your MOT history online](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-check-your-mot-history-online) These days, being able to check a vehicle’s MOT history has never been easier. Whether you want the ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_112603622.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-rules-on-driving-when-you-turn-70) ## [The rules on driving when you turn 70](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-rules-on-driving-when-you-turn-70) Have you ever wondered if there are any changes to the driving rules in the UK when you hit seventy?... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1414679975.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-very-best-cars-in-the-uk-from-the-1970s) ## [Five of the very best cars in the UK from the 1970s!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-very-best-cars-in-the-uk-from-the-1970s) The 1970s was a bit of a golden decade for British motoring - with a wide variety of vehicles availa... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1982641913.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/celebrating-one-hundred-years-of-the-rolls-royce-phantom-1925-2025) ## [Celebrating one hundred years of the Rolls-Royce Phantom (1925-2025)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/celebrating-one-hundred-years-of-the-rolls-royce-phantom-1925-2025) There aren’t many names in motoring that suggest such an aura of elegance, refinement and sheer pres... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1632392038.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/three-of-the-best-wooden-frame-classic-cars) ## [Three of the best wooden frame classic cars](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/three-of-the-best-wooden-frame-classic-cars) In a time of high-tech composites and cold steel, it’s easy to forget that some of the most beautifu... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2184088091.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-anglia-105e) ## [The Ford Anglia 105E](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-anglia-105e) If there’s one car that truly embodies post-war British motoring with a side of cheeky flair, it’s g... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/9def6db9-7848-42ba-806e-58432c5b7ce5.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-tale-of-two-triumph-spitfires-) ## [A tale of two Triumph Spitfires…](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/a-tale-of-two-triumph-spitfires-) Every classic car we purchase has its own story to tell, because of its journey through life, and of... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2352898291.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-rally-cars-ever) ## [Our top five rally cars - ever!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-top-five-rally-cars-ever) Ah, the exciting world of rally car racing! If you’re not familiar with the concept, it usually invo... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1233532831.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-emotional-bond-between-owners-and-their-classic-cars) ## [The emotional bond between owners and their classic cars](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-emotional-bond-between-owners-and-their-classic-cars) You might agree that owning a classic car is rarely just about having a vehicle to get you from A to... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2014239809.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/travelling-to-the-eu-in-your-classic-car) ## [Travelling to the EU in your classic car](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/travelling-to-the-eu-in-your-classic-car) When you’re driving from the UK to the EU, there are quite a few requirements you need to meet, in o... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2507179835.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-restore-your-classic-car-before-selling-it) ## [Should you restore your classic car before selling it?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-restore-your-classic-car-before-selling-it) If you’re thinking of selling your classic, and it's in need of some form of restoration, you might ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_309882821.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-most-iconic-cars-from-the-swinging-sixties) ## [Five of the most iconic cars from the swinging sixties!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-most-iconic-cars-from-the-swinging-sixties) Ahh, the sixties… a time of free love, The Beatles and some seriously wide bell-bottoms. A heady mix... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2100243304.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-alfa-romeo-giulia-sprint-gt) ## [The Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-alfa-romeo-giulia-sprint-gt) Few names in the world of cars stir the soul quite like Alfa Romeo, and among its many iconic creati... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1493817275.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-greatest-classic-car-barn-finds-part-2) ## [The greatest classic car barn finds - part 2!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-greatest-classic-car-barn-finds-part-2) As we said in the previous article, there’s something so exciting about a barn find - coming across ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design-15.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-new-classic-defender-v8-for-those-with-a-big-bank-balance) ## [The new classic Defender V8 … for those with a big bank balance!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-new-classic-defender-v8-for-those-with-a-big-bank-balance) If you’ve been keeping an eye on the news relating to classic cars recently, you might have realised... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2519400367.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-renault-5-gt-turbo) ## [The Renault 5 GT Turbo](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-renault-5-gt-turbo) If you were of driving age in the 1980s and 1990s, chances are you either owned a Renault 5 GT Turbo... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2193898489.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-care-for-your-classic-cars-upholstery) ## [How to care for your classic car’s upholstery](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-care-for-your-classic-cars-upholstery) There’s nothing quite like the inside of a classic car, whether it’s the nostalgic smell that emanat... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1493817266.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-best-classic-car-barn-finds-ever) ## [Some of the best classic car barn finds - ever!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/five-of-the-best-classic-car-barn-finds-ever) For those people that love classic cars, there’s nothing more exciting than the thought of stumbling... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2322110019.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-pontiac-gto-introducing-the-goat) ## [The Pontiac GTO: Introducing the GOAT](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-pontiac-gto-introducing-the-goat) When it comes to classic American muscle cars, few names command as much respect as the Pontiac GTO.... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_185754893.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-private-number-plates) ## [What do I need to know about private number plates?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-private-number-plates) Over the years, private number plates have become increasingly popular in the UK, offering drivers a... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_437964769.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/whats-been-the-impact-of-brexit-on-travelling-by-car-to-europe) ## [What’s been the impact of Brexit on travelling by car to Europe?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/whats-been-the-impact-of-brexit-on-travelling-by-car-to-europe) Whatever your political and personal stance on the matter, there’s no doubt that Brexit has brought ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2027658764.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/is-engine-remapping-worth-doing) ## [Is engine remapping worth doing?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/is-engine-remapping-worth-doing) Engine remapping has become an increasingly popular way for classic car owners to enhance their vehi... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/945-7-medium.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-granada-2.8-ghia-x) ## [The Ford Granada 2.8 Ghia X](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-granada-2.8-ghia-x) If you were looking for the ultimate blend of executive luxury and V6 power in the late 1970s and ea... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2533530537.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-look-after-your-classic-cars-spare-wheel) ## [How to look after your classic car’s spare wheel](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-look-after-your-classic-cars-spare-wheel) If you are doing the usual tyre checks on your classic car, it’s important not to forget one more - ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2458970661.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-dmc-delorean) ## [The DMC DeLorean](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-dmc-delorean) The DMC DeLorean, often simply referred to as the DMC-12, is a car that has transcended its initial ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2133344229.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/we-need-your-help-recommend-your-favourite-classic-car-museum) ## [We need your help - recommend your favourite classic car museum!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/we-need-your-help-recommend-your-favourite-classic-car-museum) You may have read our previous article on the five best classic car museums in the UK (if not, you c... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1579771348.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/are-mot-exemption-changes-on-the-horizon-for-classic-cars) ## [Are MOT exemption changes now on the horizon for classic cars?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/are-mot-exemption-changes-on-the-horizon-for-classic-cars) It appears that classic car owners in the UK could soon face some significant changes regarding the ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/4b26dffd-88f5-413b-bd55-a6cd66e5855b.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-lancia-flaminia-gt3c) ## [The Lancia Flaminia GT3C](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-lancia-flaminia-gt3c) Without a shadow of a doubt, the Lancia Flaminia GT3C holds a revered place in the lineup of truly c... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/960x0.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/jaguars-2024-rebrand-stroke-of-genius-or-total-disaster) ## [Jaguar’s 2024 rebrand: Stroke of genius or total disaster?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/jaguars-2024-rebrand-stroke-of-genius-or-total-disaster) In late November 2024, Jaguar embarked on a bold rebranding journey, unveiling a new logo and a prov... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2274150641.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/quishing-beware-of-the-qr-code-parking-scam) ## [‘Quishing’ - Beware of the QR code parking scam!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/quishing-beware-of-the-qr-code-parking-scam) In recent years, as cashless payments have become more common, the use of QR codes has grown popular... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_634345220.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-rover-sd1-vitesse) ## [The Rover SD1 Vitesse](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-rover-sd1-vitesse) The Rover SD1 label (both a codename and an eventual production name) represents a series of executi... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1544299907.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-best-classic-car-museums-in-the-uk-part-2) ## [The best classic car museums in the UK - part 2!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-best-classic-car-museums-in-the-uk-part-2) We were over the moon that our article on the best classic car museums in the UK went down so well w... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2506247203.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-porsche-ims-issue-check-your-bearings) ## [The Porsche IMS issue - check your bearings!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-porsche-ims-issue-check-your-bearings) The IMS (intermediate shaft) bearing issue has been a significant concern over the years for many cl... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_169766447.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-selection-of-the-best-british-classic-racing-cars) ## [Our top selection of the best British classic racing cars](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/our-selection-of-the-best-british-classic-racing-cars) The UK has long been at the heart of motorsport, producing some of the most iconic and successful ra... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_142526629.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-talbot-lago-t-150-series) ## [The Talbot-Lago T-150 series](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-talbot-lago-t-150-series) One of the most iconic cars to have been produced in the pre-war era, the Talbot-Lago T-150 is a shi... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2509788631.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-history-of-the-lamborghini) ## [The history of Lamborghini](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-history-of-the-lamborghini) If you were asked, right now, to picture a Lamborghini in your mind, perhaps you’d conjure up an ima... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Bodyshells-mini-Thumbs.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-heritage-shells) ## [All you need to know about heritage shells](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-heritage-shells) For classic car lovers and restorers alike, preserving a vehicle and keeping it going for as long as... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2496583479.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-uks-five-best-classic-car-museums-to-visit) ## [The UK’s five best classic car museums to visit](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-uks-five-best-classic-car-museums-to-visit) The UK boasts a rich motoring heritage, having created some of the world’s most iconic car brands, s... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Bond_Bug_ca_1970.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-bond-bug-once-seen-never-forgotten) ## [The Bond Bug - once seen, never forgotten!](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-bond-bug-once-seen-never-forgotten) There can be no doubt that the Bond Bug is one of the most eccentric and recognisable vehicles to ev... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2497982411.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/do-i-need-a-heritage-certificate-for-my-classic-car) ## [Do I need a heritage certificate for my classic car?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/do-i-need-a-heritage-certificate-for-my-classic-car) If we weren’t the original owner, how can we learn the full story behind our classic car - such as i... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2458142897.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-convert-your-classic-car-to-electric) ## [Should you convert your classic car to electric?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-convert-your-classic-car-to-electric) Many classic cars today render us full of nostalgia, with an appreciation for the craftsmanship that... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2462555761.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-capri) ## [The fabulous Ford Capri](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ford-capri) The Ford Capri certainly seems to stand out as a bit of an icon in the history of cars; a car that n... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2439577871.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/are-matching-numbers-important-for-a-classic-car) ## [Are matching numbers important for a classic car?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/are-matching-numbers-important-for-a-classic-car) Here’s another question which often divides opinion! [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2220949959.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-keep-the-original-features-in-your-classic-car) ## [Should you keep the original features in your classic car?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/should-you-keep-the-original-features-in-your-classic-car) Owning a classic car is like possessing an authentic piece of history, each one different and with a... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2375811031.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-history-of-the-quirky-fiat-500) ## [The history of the quirky Fiat 500](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-history-of-the-quirky-fiat-500) Affectionately known as the ‘Cinquecento’, this compact little city car has driven its way right fro... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2267400357.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-classic-car-owners-need-to-know-about-ulez) ## [What do classic car owners need to know about ULEZ?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-do-classic-car-owners-need-to-know-about-ulez) The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has become a defining feature of the UK’s approach to improving a... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/1970-ferrari-365-gtb4-daytona-660720a58c187.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ferrari-daytona-best-car-in-the-world) ## [The Ferrari Daytona - best car in the world?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ferrari-daytona-best-car-in-the-world) Oooh, we’ve been itching to write about this one… And it’s one of our director’s favourite cars so t... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1173887776.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/fancy-giving-your-views-on-the-future-of-classic-cars-in-the-uk) ## [Do you fancy giving your views on the future of classic cars in the UK?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/fancy-giving-your-views-on-the-future-of-classic-cars-in-the-uk) The government has asked the DVLA to get information from the public on how classic cars should be c... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_657207769.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-out-of-classic-car-meet-ups) ## [How to get the best out of classic car meet-ups](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-out-of-classic-car-meet-ups) A car meet-up (or meet) is a gathering of car owners and car lovers at a certain place, at a set tim... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2055483002.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-tin-snail-introducing-the-citroën-2cv) ## [The Tin Snail: Introducing the Citroën 2CV](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-tin-snail-introducing-the-citroën-2cv) Now here we have a humble, yet iconic, vehicle - the Citroën 2CV. Often affectionately known as the ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/2441627.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-five-different-types-of-classic-car-owner) ## [The five different types of classic car owner](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-five-different-types-of-classic-car-owner) Have you ever wondered what drives people to buy classic cars? Like any hobby, where there is genera... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2293850703.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-you-need-to-consider-when-buying-a-convertible-classic-car) ## [What you need to consider when buying a convertible classic car](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-you-need-to-consider-when-buying-a-convertible-classic-car) There’s something undeniably exciting about cruising down a country lane in a convertible classic ca... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/1_0x0_790x520_0x520_classic-car-auctions.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-out-of-classic-car-auctions) ## [How to get the best out of classic car auctions](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-best-out-of-classic-car-auctions) Being part of a car auction, either in person or online, offers a thrilling opportunity to snag a gr... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2050172654.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-dodge-charger-giving-it-some-muscle) ## [The Dodge Charger: Giving it some muscle](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-dodge-charger-giving-it-some-muscle) With its unmistakable presence, thunderous engine and rich heritage, the Charger stands as a true te... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2151096107.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-do-you-know-what-classic-car-to-buy-right-now) ## [How do you know what classic car to buy right now?](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-do-you-know-what-classic-car-to-buy-right-now) In a world of current mass-produced cars, classic cars from the past stand as timeless icons of beau... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1649127169.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-chevrolet-corvette-the-thrilling-history-of-americas-sports-car) ## [The Chevrolet Corvette: A thrilling history of ‘America’s sports car’](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-chevrolet-corvette-the-thrilling-history-of-americas-sports-car) Ahh, the Chevrolet Corvette… with its sleek design, powerful performance and rich history, this two-... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/ford-sierra-cosworth-rs500-record-sale-01.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/hot-hatches-a-different-breed) ## [Hot hatches: A different breed](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/hot-hatches-a-different-breed) Over the years, we’ve seen a few categories evoke a growing excitement and passion in classic car lo... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design-42.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ferrari-308-a-journey-into-distinction) ## [The Ferrari 308: A journey into distinction](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-ferrari-308-a-journey-into-distinction) The roar of a Ferrari's engine, the sleek lines of its body and the sheer thrill it brings to those ... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_1698802537-2.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-modern-upgrades-can-enhance-our-classic-cars) ## [How modern upgrades can enhance our classic cars](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-modern-upgrades-can-enhance-our-classic-cars) In the world of classic cars, the marriage of timeless elegance and cutting-edge technology may seem... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_273759851-3.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-classic-car-photography-capturing-timeless-elegance) ## [The art of classic car photography: Capturing elegance and eras](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-classic-car-photography-capturing-timeless-elegance) Have you ever wondered how to take the best photographs of your classic car? Perhaps you are thinkin... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design-31-1.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-mini-cooper-the-icon-of-individuality-and-fun) ## [The Mini Cooper: The icon of individuality and fun](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-mini-cooper-the-icon-of-individuality-and-fun) Overall, there are probably few cars that can claim the iconic status that the Mini Cooper has achie... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/1973-jaguar-e-type-6554b8408f838.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-timeless-roar-of-the-jaguar-e-type) ## [The timeless ‘roar’ of the Jaguar E-Type](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-timeless-roar-of-the-jaguar-e-type) In the classic car world, there are very few cars that can boast the same level of elegance, perform... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/istockphoto-1441000622-612x612.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-to-look-for-when-test-driving-a-classic-car) ## [What to look for when test driving a classic car](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/what-to-look-for-when-test-driving-a-classic-car) Before you have the keys in your hand of that classic you’ve been coveting for a while (possibly eve... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20design-47-2-3.png)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-avoid-being-scammed-when-buying-or-selling-a-classic-car-a-guide-to-safe-transactions) ## [How to avoid being scammed when buying or selling classic cars: A guide to safe transactions](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/how-to-avoid-being-scammed-when-buying-or-selling-a-classic-car-a-guide-to-safe-transactions) In the digital age, buying or selling a classic car has become more accessible than ever. However, t... [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_595198142.jpg)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-aston-martin-timeless-elegance-and-a-special-bond) ## [The Aston Martin: Timeless elegance and a special ‘Bond'](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/the-aston-martin-timeless-elegance-and-a-special-bond) The Aston Martin: Timeless Elegance and a Special ‘Bond' [![](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/hubfs/image.webp)](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/classic-car-maintenance-tips-for-owners) ## [Classic car maintenance tips for owners](https://classiccarbuyer.co.uk/blog/classic-car-maintenance-tips-for-owners) Owning a classic car is not just about the nostalgia and the ability to acquire a renowned piece of ... 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