Boost Missile
What do you get when you mate a Manta i200 shell with a sixteen-valve engine, a turbocharger, Ferrari-spec brakes and a whole lot of engineering class? One of the best modified Mantas that’s ever been seen, that’s what! We catch up with the lucky man with the keys to find out more.
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T-Caddy
Steve Tuite’s sleek red twin-cam VW Caddy is as far removed from its diesel farm-truck origins as it could possibly get. However, that’s only thanks to four years of work by its enthusiastic owner, with plenty of help from his friends.
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Stage Veterans
The howl of an approaching classic Escort as it slides and jumps through a demanding rally stage is a drug to countless motorsport fans. Here, we catch up with two very special examples that will be making a special appearance at this summer’s Loughgall Festival of Motorsport.
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Pickup Line
With its devoted following and legion of fans around the world, the classic Mini is among the easiest of cars to modify or upgrade, with a whole range of options to suit both your cosmetic or driving tastes. Sure enough, Stuart Thornton has gotten this nifty pickup just how he likes it.
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Sporting Character
Italian classics have an undeniable and special appeal, with bags of style and driving pleasure to offer the enthusiast. Despite its small size, the Fiat 850 Sport Coupe has these in spades, and Brian Mackey’s is prettier than most.
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Alpine Motoring
Two years before the all-conquering MGB was unveiled, Rootes Group rolled out their pretty Sunbeam Alpine. Although rare today by comparison there are many, like Trevor Mitchell, that are huge fans of all the Alpine has to offer.
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News & Products
What’s new in the retro classic scene in Ireland and beyond.
Show Reports
Autosport International 2015
Galway International Rally 2015
Killarney Historic Rally
Fiesta Championship Review
Gerard Murphy Memorial
The IEC Blacksod Run
NEC Classic Motor Show
Race Retro 2015
Retro Stock
The Miners Run
Not the Boxing Day Rally
Manchester Classic Show
The Derek Walker Trial
Retro Club Scene
Our monthly look at clubs catering for retro classic cars.
Retro Buyer’s Guide
How to buy yourself a Mini