Classic Cars - April 2017

In this issue

In this issue:

Our Cars Phil delicately relieves his Jaguar E-type of its dashboard, Sam becomes the man from Del Monte and Nathan bids farewell – to Classic Cars and his Merc W123

Smart Buys Quentin Willson charts the rise of the rarity that is the AC 428, tips the slab-sided Mercedes W140, and recommends the XJ12C, a BL-built Jaguar. Yes, really.

Buying Guide Our Jaguar MkI inspection advice might stop you getting into spats and much more...

‘It's Like A Japanese Tardis'

Before buying an M635CSi, six-footer Steve Hough viewed several Datsun 240Zs, but never got to drive one. Today we put that right – and the first surprise is that there’s room inside to spare

10 mins

Willson's Smart Buy

Quentin on why an AC, a Mercedes, a Lamborghini and, yes, a BL-built Jaguar should all be on the canny buyer’s radar.

5 mins

Market Watch

Russ Smith not of rag-tops on the early MX-5 Triumph Herald convertible.

2 mins

Cosmo-Politan

In a brave new era for the Japanese car industry, the Mazda Cosmo infused Euro-American styling with pioneering rotary power. Almost 50 years on, we take this rare UK example for a spin.

7 mins

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Classic Cars Magazine Description:

Putting you in the driving seat of great cars from the past

Classic Cars is the original classic car magazine. It defined the world of classic motoring 40 years ago and still does it today. Every issue is put together by our team of classic car experts and enthusiasts.
Using the best expert writing and photography, the magazine helps you experience what it's like to drive, keep and restore the classic cars of days gone by.
We bring the stories and people behind the cars to life - showing you how to buy, keep and enjoy your cars.
Every issue of Classic Cars is packed with:
- Road tests
- Drive stories
- Expert buying advice
- News and events coverage
Classic Cars is the original classic car magazine.