Key buddy Ernie and I were standing happily at Project 13C and opened a swing-top bottle of Grolsch when Theo and Someone Else drove into the yard. Someone Else had a problem, Theo explained: “He got back on again, has that there - a thumb gesture...
Text and photography: Martin Philippo When the Second World War is over, the French become Renault and the Italian Alfa Romeo state-owned enterprises. Both are commissioned to make cars for the people. That works more than excellently at Renault, Alfa...
On August 24 and 25, the ancient Concours d'Élégance had its baptism of fire at Soestdijk Palace. I walked around there at the invitation of Peugeot Netherlands. And I salute Dutch etiquette, which is a remarkable mix of automotive beauty, etiquette and…
Brand and type can be very decisive for the 'value' of a classic. Either financially or emotionally. Rarity is also such a value-determining component. And so the sales flops of the past can be very sought after today. Sometimes because they are now better than…
Beautiful Mehari's have become incredibly expensive for the ABS pastries they are. And that is partly the fault of winemaker Ilja Gort. Such a Mehari is no more than a 2 CV platform with a Tupperware pinafore. And that very…
The Internet has made the world much smaller. What if it turns out that your dream classic is (much) cheaper in another country than here? Then importing is a good option. Don't buy and import blindly based on some photos. In countries like the…
With a classic you are welcome everywhere. The presence of a partner usually does not pose a problem. But then there is that third wheel on the cart, the dog. All perfect components for a perfect life. Only sometimes…
On October 11, 12 and 13, 2019, the Sports Center in Leek will open its gates again for many classic car enthusiasts. Then Anton Rosema and his people will organize the 24th edition of the Oldtimer and Classic Fair Leek. The always atmospheric…
Malanca (1956-1986). For quite a few people, that is a name that makes them look a bit thoughtful. Due to the years of construction of the thinkers, we are now in the corner of the once so famous Italian sports mopeds that all…
Interesting facts Do you know why a Volkswagen Beetle from 1970 to its European end in 1979 was given the type designation 1302/1303? The solution is simple. Simca already had the type designation 1301 in use… The Land Rover Series III remained from…
