Classics January 2005

Overview

Publication Details

TypeMagazine
PublisherClassics Monthly
Published date 01/01/2005
Pages164

Articles

Page Title Type Length Options
16 French Daytrippers - Road Trip - Three distinctive cars bowl down to Boulogne to liberate pre Xmas goodies and enjoy the open roads.  We did it, you should too.  Gary Stretton reports. 1974 Saab 95 V4, 1965 Volvo PV445 Duett, 1976 Jensen GT Multi vehicle - Reviews 6 View
28 Roadster Kill - MGB v Capri v Cdlica v Scirocco - Group Test - 70’s sportscars did it with the roof on.  Mark Robinson finds out why. Multi vehicle - Reviews 8 View
42 Le Mans Deux! - Comparison: Le Mans Racers - Inspiration comes in all shapes and sizes.  The legendary Le Mans circuit was witness to two extraordinary racers in 2004.  One genuine, one an amazing replica, both underdogs.  Gary Stretton relives one glorious weekend. Multi vehicle - Reviews 6 View
56 Mould Breakers - VELAR -  Part One - It’s not everyday you get to drive a prototype.  In our new series on mould breaking cars of the 20th century, Mike Renaut finds out what a VELAR is, and why so many of them have escaped destruction. Features 5 View
62 Berlinetta Bella Cosa - Fiat 128 3p Restoration - Builder Kevin McGuire swapped his plumbline for a welder when he rebuilt this 128 3p as Greg Whitaker reports. Restoration 6 View
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Staff Classics - Drivers’ Diaries.  1973 Rover 3500 -  Matt Richarson, Matt reckons one P6 is just not enough.  1972 Rover 3500S - Mike Renaut, Mike spends his wages in the scrapyard.  1980 SAAB 99 Turbo, 1964 Spitfire 6 - Rare swede saved from being a turnip?  1972 Triumph Dolomite, 1983 Triumph Acclaim -  Choke problems mire Greg’s Acclaim.  1978 Austin Allegro -  Mark Robinson, ’Things to do’  - Mark makes Allegro list.

Restoration 4 View
76 Ferrari Love - Ferrari 328 GTS vs Dino 246GT - The 246GT Dino us often derided as more Fiat the Ferrari, so how does it compare with a ferrari 328? Mike Renaut finds out. Multi vehicle - Reviews 4 View
82 Minor Modification - Modifying Morris Minors - Greg Whitaker examines some Minors with small, but vital upgrades to make them usable everyday. Features 5 View
88 Your Classics - Coupe Beyond Compromise - Alan Bennett’s Daimler coupe was a long time coming, but worth the wait. Restoration 3 View
104 Buyer’s Guide - Jaguar XJ-S - Mark Robinson guides you expertly through the minefield of finding the perfect classic. Features 5 View
110 Service Guide - Maintenance: When Hot is Cool - An efficient cooling system is also your efficient heating system for the winter months.  Gary Stretton explains how to stay warm when the weather turns cold. General interest 4 View

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