Jaguar XJ8 has failed MoT - what are my options?

My old Jaguar XJ has failed the MoT and will cost too much to fix. The engine is in very good order and it has four good tyres, but footwell corrosion resulted in its MoT fail. What should I do with the...

What's causing my Peugeot 306 to go into limp mode?

I’ve got a Peugeot 306 auto; however, after five miles, the gearbox goes into limp mode and I can’t fix it. Can you help?

What's the best sports car for £5000?

I am approaching 60 and am considering semi-retirement. I want to purchase a convertible sports car for weekends and touring into Europe – I have £5000 to spend. I have my eye on a 1975 Triumph Stag with...

Can I apply for an age related registration for my classic jeep?

I own an ex-Dutch army 1961 NEKAF m38-a1 Willys jeep, which I use for events and for family trips. I've owned the army jeep for 18 months, but I have a query about its assigned UK registration plate? When...

Peugeot 205 GTi 1.6 - keep or sell?

I have a 1991 Peugeot 205 GTi 1.6, which I bough back in May and have been restoring back to good condition. It was a bit tatty when I bought it, but it is now in nice condition, with a new interior etc....

Will the Citroen Xantia ever become a classic?

I noted in an article in the newspaper that the Citroen XM was becoming a modern classic. I currently have a 2000 Citroen Xantia 2.0 HDi, which runs well and occasionally gives a few problems. Although...

Can you tell me how many Proton 1.3 GLSs are left?

One of my elderly neighbours has a 1991 Proton 1.3GLS. She has owned it from new and has asked me if I could find out how many are left. Can you help?

Vdub: to Lead or not to Lead?

Hi John, I've been to many classic car shows and stands across the UK and one topic with huge confussion I face is the story of adding lead to classic air-cooled Volkswagen engines. To my knowledge Vdubs...

How can I get the best price for my classic car?

I have a 1950 Citroen Light 15 (Traction Avant) which is mechanically sound but needs a bit of work. What is the best way to sell such a car and to get the best price with the lowest outlay?

Can I get an age-related number plate for an imported classic car?

Do you know, if I imported a classic car say 1965 or 1966 manufacture, would I get a 'C' or a 'D' registration plate in this country? Or would it be one of those 'Q' plates?