Issue 220 IVS & Issue 55 RC

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IRISH VINTAGE SCENE ISSUE 220

Appearing on the cover of the October 2024 edition of Irish Vintage Scene is a beautiful example of the Mercedes W114 that bridged the era of the post-war Fintails to the new age of the W123 and beyond. This top-spec 280E has been a Cork car all of its life, and has recently been treated to restoration work by the son of its long-time former owner to return it to the road once more. Our second feature car is one that you can get your hands on yourself – this immaculate Ford Escort Ghia Mk2 is the top raffle prize at this year’s Gerard Murphy Memorial Show in Enniscorthy on the 8^th of October, so we take a look at what makes this model so popular nowadays.

This month’s tractor feature sees us drop into a Co. Cork-based enthusiast to chat about his three classics – Ford 5000, Fordson Major and David Brown 880 – and what they mean to him. Our motorcycle feature tells the story of the BSA Bantam Bushman, a dual-sport version of the famous commuter bike intended to breathe more life into the model at the end of its long and illustrious production run, while our commercial feature showcases a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 that’s been subtly upgraded by its owner for everyday usability. Lots of the usual favourites are in there too, so don’t miss out!

RETRO CLASSICS ISSUE 55

The October to December 2024 issue of Retro Classics is now on sale at good newsagents nationwide, or direct from us by ordering online quickly and conveniently, and as usual we’ve another highly varied selection of feature cars to bring you. Gracing the cover is a stunning 1974 Porsche 911 Targa that’s been modified into a pre-’73-style hot-rod, complete with 3.2 Carrera engine on ITBs and a whole host of unique touches.

Further into the mag, we showcase one of the craziest customs we’ve come across in a long time – this Ford Cortina P100 pickup was literally saved from the scrap truck, before being transformed into a one-off American-style cruiser with a BMW turbo-diesel under the bonnet! We also look at a rare 1986 Honda Civic Si, celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the Lancia Thema and get up close with a Mk3 Capri that’s been bestowed with turbocharged Cosworth YB power.

Event reports in this issue come from Classic Fest ’24, Old School New School, Cultra Hillclimb, the Donegal Rally and Stormont Classic Car Show, our regular detailing guide advises you how to correctly store your classic for the winter, and we take a look back at the often-quirky car ads of decades past, so don’t miss out!