Classic cars

GM begins restoration of sinkhole-damaged 1 millionth Corvette

Ten months after a sinkhole struck the National Corvette Museum, GM has started restoring the historic 1 millionth Corvette, a 1992 convertible, to its original condition.

Rare Callaway C4 Corvette with 10,000 Miles Sells on eBay for $34,000

One of only 105 Callaway twin-turbo C4 Corvettes built in 1988, showing just over 10,000 miles, has changed hands on eBay for around $34,000.

1968 Ford GT Camera Car Tops 1936 Mercedes at Pebble Beach Auction

A Ford GT used as a camera car for Steve McQueen’s Le Mans film sold for more than a two-owner 1936 Mercedes-Benz 540K at the Pebble Beach auction.

Porsche 944 Turbo Meets Macan GTS in Unlikely Video Showdown

A new video from the Porsche Club of America puts the classic 944 Turbo against the modern Macan GTS, highlighting how Porsche’s approach to performance has evolved across decades and segments.

Seduction Motorsports Nears Completion of VooDoo Blue 550 Spyder Replica

A Seduction Motorsports-built 550 Spyder in VooDoo Blue, inspired by the unique Porsche 918, is set for imminent completion and sale with a high-spec 2276cc engine.

Mini brings Classic Electric and Countryman Panamericana Plug-In Hybrid to 2018 New York Auto Show

Mini used the 2018 New York Auto Show to display a one-off classic Mini Electric and to send off a specially-prepared Countryman Plug-In Hybrid for a Panamericana road trip.

Ringbrothers unveil Defector: a 1969 Dodge Charger restomod at SEMA 2017

Ringbrothers' Defector, their first Mopar project, reimagines the 1969 Dodge Charger with a custom body, modern Hemi V8 and extensive chassis work for the 2017 SEMA show.

Stärke Revolution Speedster: Classic 356 Looks, Boxster Underpinnings

Arizona-based Stärke offers a bespoke Porsche 356-style body and interior on a modern Boxster chassis, with options ranging from subtle retro touches to a 375bhp wide-body outlaw.

Lagonda Owners Bring Rare Models to 2014 Luxembourg Concours

More than 20 Lagonda saloons and coupes from across Europe and the UK gathered in Luxembourg for a dedicated concours and driving weekend at the end of August 2014.

Rare Hot Wheels Beach Bomb Prototype Heads to Auction with $150,000 Estimate

A 1969 Hot Wheels Beach Bomb prototype, famed for its rarity and unique design, is expected to fetch up to $150,000 at auction due to its provenance and condition.

Zero to 60 Designs Builds 'Eleanor' Homage Ford Bronco

A 1975 Ford Bronco has been transformed by Zero to 60 Designs into an 'Eleanor'-inspired off-roader, merging classic Mustang styling cues with serious off-road upgrades.

Alpine A110 returns as a lightweight retro-inspired sports car

The revived Alpine A110, revealed ahead of its Geneva Motor Show debut, combines a modern aluminium chassis with styling cues from the classic Berlinette.

Mercedes Employee's W124 200 D Crosses One Million Kilometres

Michael Nickl has driven his 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 D W124 over one million kilometres while working at the Sindelfingen plant, highlighting the model's renowned durability.

Confiscated Duemila Route Collection Sells for €51m at RM Sotheby’s

Italian authorities auctioned 817 confiscated lots from Luigi Compiano’s Duemila Route collection, raising over €51 million and dispersing hundreds of classic cars, motorcycles and automobilia.

1971 Fiat 500 Lusso surfaces on eBay after Italian restoration

A freshly restored 1971 Fiat 500 Lusso, imported from Italy and listed in California, offers classic motoring charm with a rebuilt engine and original details for $10,000.

Porsche 356 daily driver clocks one million miles after 52 years

Guy Newmark’s 1964 Porsche 356, inherited from his father and driven daily in California, has covered more than one million miles with its original engine and paint.

Jay Leno Drives Five Ferrari Flagships on Track with Collector David Lee

Jay Leno joined collector David Lee at Willow Springs to sample five generations of Ferrari’s flagship supercars, from the 288 GTO to the LaFerrari.

Original 1972 Volvo P1800E heads to auction in London

A well-preserved, all-original 1972 Volvo P1800E with its factory yellow paint and B20E engine is set to cross the block at Bonhams’ Olympia sale this December.

Princess Diana’s 1994 Audi Cabriolet set for auction at NEC Classic Motor Show

The Audi Cabriolet once driven by Princess Diana will go under the hammer at Silverstone Auctions, with estimates placing its value between £50,000 and £60,000.

Trump’s Unique Lamborghini Diablo Fails to Win Bidders’ Votes

A 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster VT once owned by Donald Trump, finished in a rare Le Mans Blue, struggled to attract buyers despite its distinctive provenance and low mileage.

Caterham Seven Sprint revives 1960s style in limited run

Caterham launches the Seven Sprint, a retro-inspired limited edition with 80hp, classic styling and a £27,995 price, echoing a 1960s Lotus project that never reached production.

Stop-motion video condenses Toyota 4A-GE engine build to two minutes

A stop-motion video shows a complete Toyota 4A-GE engine assembly, with custom upgrades, in just two minutes after the builder spent two years sourcing parts.

Collector cars outpace hedge funds as alternative investments

Classic and limited-production cars have delivered stronger returns than hedge funds over the past decade, with values climbing by more than 450 percent in ten years.

Unique Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer by Paolo Gucci heads to auction

A one-off Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer, featuring a bespoke interior by Paolo Gucci, is set for sale, highlighting the rare collaboration between British engineering and Italian design.