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The stories behind the classics.

Not every classic has a price tag. Some have a Monte Carlo stage win. Others spent thirty years in a Sicilian barn. This is where we tell those stories.

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Buyer's guide
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17 May 2026 · Italy 🇮🇹

Ferrari Testarossa Buyer's Guide: The Supercar That Defined the 1980s

The complete buyer's guide to the Ferrari Testarossa. 512 TR and F512 M compared, pricing across Europe, running costs, and what to inspect before buying.

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Buyer's guide
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17 May 2026 · UK 🇬🇧

Jaguar E-Type Buyer's Guide: The Most Beautiful Car Ever Made

The complete buyer's guide to the Jaguar E-Type. Series 1, 2, and 3 compared — pricing, what to inspect, running costs, and why values are softening in 2026.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
17 May 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Mercedes-Benz R107 SL Buyer's Guide: The Gentleman's Sports Car

The complete buyer's guide to the Mercedes R107 SL. 280 SL to 560 SL compared — pricing, rust spots, engines, and why the R107 is the most usable classic Mercedes.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
17 May 2026 · UK 🇬🇧

TVR Buyer's Guide: Britain's Most Thrilling (and Terrifying) Sports Cars

The complete buyer's guide to TVR. Griffith, Chimaera, Cerbera, Tuscan, and Sagaris — pricing, reliability, what to inspect, and why TVRs are unlike anything else.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
17 May 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Porsche 356 Buyer's Guide: Where the Legend Began

The complete buyer's guide to the Porsche 356. Pre-A, A, B, and C models compared — pricing, what to inspect, and why the 356 is the purest Porsche you can own.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
17 May 2026 · UK 🇬🇧

Aston Martin Buyer's Guide: DB5 to V8 Vantage — The Gentleman's Grand Tourer

The complete buyer's guide to classic Aston Martin. DB5, DB6, V8 Vantage, and Virage — pricing, what to inspect, running costs, and the reality of Aston ownership.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
12 May 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Porsche 944 Buyer's Guide: The Porsche That Handles Better Than a 911

The complete buyer's guide to the Porsche 944. Base, S2, and Turbo compared - pricing, common issues, and why the 944 is one of the best-value Porsches in Europe.

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CROSS-BORDER GUIDES
14 min read
10 May 2026 · United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Importing a Classic Car from Germany to the UK: The Post-Brexit Guide

How to import a classic car from Germany to the UK after Brexit. Customs, duties, VAT, DVLA registration, IVA, and the full step-by-step process for 2026.

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CROSS-BORDER GUIDES
12 min read
10 May 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

Classic Car Transport Across Europe: How to Ship Your Car Safely Between Countries

How to transport a classic car across Europe. Open vs. enclosed trailers, costs by route, insurance, what to check before shipping, and how to avoid damage.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
10 May 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

Classic Car Restoration: What It Really Costs in Europe

The honest guide to classic car restoration costs across Europe. Bodywork, paint, engine rebuilds, interiors - what to budget, where to save, and when to walk away.

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Buyer's guide
16 min read
19 April 2026 · Italy 🇮🇹

Lancia Fulvia and Delta Integrale: A Collector's Guide to Italy's Rally Legends

The complete buyer's guide to Lancia's rally icons. Fulvia Coupe and Delta Integrale compared - variants, pricing, rust reality, and where to buy across Europe.

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Buyer's guide
16 min read
19 April 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Volkswagen Beetle and Bus: The Complete European Buyer's Guide for Air-Cooled VWs

The complete buyer's guide to air-cooled Volkswagens in Europe. Beetle and Bus variants, pricing, what to inspect, and where to find the best examples across the continent.

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Buyer's guide
14 min read
19 April 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

Your First Classic Car: A Beginner's Guide to Buying, Owning, and Not Losing Your Mind

Everything you need to know before buying your first classic car. How to choose, what to inspect, budgeting for ownership, and the mistakes every beginner makes.

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Country guides
13 min read
19 April 2026 · Italy 🇮🇹

How to Import a Classic Car from Italy to Northern Europe

The complete guide to buying and importing a classic car from Italy. Finding cars, navigating Italian bureaucracy, transport, taxes, and why Italian classics are worth the effort.

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Buyer's guide
15 min read
5 April 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Mercedes-Benz W123 Buyer's Guide: The Car That Was Built to Last Forever

The complete buyer's guide to the Mercedes-Benz W123. Sedan, estate, and coupé compared, engine guide, pricing, rust spots, and why this is the most honest classic you can own.

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Market watch
14 min read
5 April 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

10 Classic Cars Under €30,000 That Will Appreciate by 2030

The 10 best classic cars under €30,000 in Europe right now - with genuine appreciation potential. Data-driven picks across makes, markets, and price points.

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Country guides
14 min read
5 April 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Buying a Classic Car in Germany: The Complete Guide for European Buyers

How to buy a classic car in Germany and export it to the UK, Poland, or anywhere in Europe. H-Kennzeichen, deregistration, transport, taxes, and the full buying process.

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Country guides
12 min read
5 April 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

Classic Car Insurance in Europe: A Country-by-Country Guide for Collectors

How classic car insurance works across Europe - agreed value, limited mileage, and what to know in Germany, the UK, Poland, France, and Italy. The collector's insurance guide.

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Buyer's guide
18 min read
22 March 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Porsche 911 Buyer's Guide: Every Generation from 1964 to 1998

The complete European buyer's guide to classic Porsche 911s. Model-by-model breakdown, pricing trends, common issues, and what to inspect before buying.

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Market watch
14 min read
22 March 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

Mercedes W113 Pagoda: The Complete European Price Guide 2026

Up-to-date Mercedes W113 Pagoda prices across Europe. Compare 230 SL, 250 SL and 280 SL values by condition, originality, and market trends for 2026.

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Buyer's guide
15 min read
22 March 2026 · Italy 🇮🇹

Alfa Romeo Spider Buyer's Guide: Every Series from Duetto to 916

Everything you need to know before buying an Alfa Romeo Spider. Series 1–4 compared, pricing, common problems, and the best models for European collectors.

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Buyer's guide
16 min read
22 March 2026 · Germany 🇩🇪

BMW E30: Why Europe's Favourite 3 Series Is the Smart Collector's Entry Point

The complete BMW E30 buyer's guide for European enthusiasts. Models, engines, pricing, rust traps, and why the E30 3 Series is the smart classic car entry point.

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Market watch
16 min read
22 March 2026 · Europe 🇪🇺

The European Classic Car Market in 2026: Trends, Prices, and What's Next

A data-driven analysis of Europe's €9.16 billion classic car market. Price trends, top-performing models, generational shifts, and where smart collectors are looking in 2026.

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