Practical Classics August 2003

Overview

Publication Details

TypeMagazine
PublisherPractical Classics
Published date 01/08/2003

Articles

Page Title Type Length Options
6 Group test - Long-distance relationship - Long-distance rally cars are built to survive the harshest condition - Kevin Leaper meets three tough customers from the macho world of endurance rallying. Multi vehicle - Reviews 8 Buy View
34 Homeward Bound - Now our Spyder Zetec Elan Plus 2 restoration is finished, we thought it was time to sample one and show Lotus what we've been up to.  Danny Hopkins disturbs the peace on the scenic route to Hethel. Features 6 Buy View
42 By eck! That's a big 'un - A 7.3-litre tarmac terror with a big thirst.  We ain't California dreamin'  -  welcome to Sheffield. Restoration 6 Buy View
50 From Cradle to Grave - TR2 to TR4 - As different to look at as chalk and cheddar, Triumph's TR2 and TR4 are more closely related than you might think.  Dan Stevens gets under the skin of the sports cars that made Triumph's name in North America. Features 6 Buy View
58 Aero-Engined Salmson - How do you make your vintage car go faster? By putting an aeroplane engine in it, of course. Features 4 Buy View
72 On your marques: BMC - Signposts on the highway to hell - BMC made some of the most significant cars in British history.  It also made some of the most significant mistakes.  Dale Drinnon explains how the sins of the fathers came to be visited upon the children. Features 5 Buy View
80 XJ-Excess - Jaguar's XJ-S is a great value, fast classic even in its most humble spec, but there's a whole raft of hotter versions to be considered, as Ben Barry explains. Features 5 Buy View
96 Staff car sagas - 1981 Colt Celeste GT, 1969 Austin 3 Litre, 1990 Mazda MX-5, 1985 Ford Capri MKIII, 1980 Porsche 928, 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE, 1972 Commer Camper, 1979 Lotus Eclat, 1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2, 1973 Ford Capri V8, 1971 Mercedes 280SE, 1987 Peugeot 505 GTI Family, 1987 Audi Quattro, 1969 Triumoh Vitesse, 1962 Volga M21. 1968 Skoda MB1000, 1927 Alvis 12/50, 1984 VW Golf GTI, 1966 Triumph Spitfire. General interest 7 Buy View
118 Weekend Workshop - Replacing strut inserts - Have your MacPherson struts got a little too much bounce? Then it's time to change the dampers within.  We show you how. General interest 2 Buy View
122 Removing the rust - Ripple Bonnet Citroen 2CV Part 2 - Now the hard work starts as Lindsay Porter cuts out the rust and puts the strength back into his old-style 2CV restoration project. Restoration 4 Buy View
127 Product test - Screw extractors - When a bolt's head shears off, you know you've got to get the rest of it out somehow.  James Stanbury gets to work to check out which screw extractor sets are up to the job. General interest 3 Buy View
134 Buyer Ownership guide - MG Maestro - This roomy and practical hatchback is cheap to buy and fix.  Here's how to keep it running smoothly, or modify it for greater pleasures... Features 2 Buy View
136 Buyers Guide - Toyota MR2 MkI - S The MR2 was in a class of one when it was launched.  If you want performance for your pounds, there are still few alternatives to Toyota's sensational sportster. Single vehicle -Reviews 6 Buy View

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