The idea of the famous logo of Citroën was founded then founder André Citroën was inspired in a special way in Poland. It was the beginning of a great “double chevron” history. Double chevrons During a family visit in Łódź, Poland…
In 1968 Peugeot showed the 504 to the world. It immediately became Car of the Year. The refreshing design was one of the decisive factors for the honorary title. The independent suspension and disc brakes all round also played an important role in the selection of this beautiful mid-sized car, which had a long European career. From 1968 to 1983 it was available on our continent as a Peugeot 504 Berline.
The motorcycle that gave motorcycling a new dimension. The first really strong, fast, heavy engine that was also reliable. The final blow to the British motorcycle industry. The 'engine of the (last) century'.
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…
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…
Mainstream classics, the classics that we all know or at least have heard about. That's what business revolves around. There are lively clubs for that. But what do you run into when you are stubborn? Or if you just…
We sometimes receive questions from our readership. And we can usually help people along the way. But that someone was looking for a special model of valve caps? We had never thought of such a treasure hunt. But this site is updated monthly…
'Beaulieu' would be called 'welgelegen' in our country. And left or right: it is the classic fair that you as an enthusiast should definitely visit at least once. The approach is: 'If it exists, then it is on Beaulieu. We report…
And you just wonder 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… Land Rover Series III De Land…
Halogen was a breakthrough. Because the greatest effort in the field of electric vehicle lighting (until 1970) has always gone into increasing reliability and extending service life. And once upon a time, 45 Watt light bulbs were very…
If you've ever driven a Vauxhall Victor from the F-Series – which were built from 1957 to 1961 – or perhaps even owned one, then it will have happened to you on more than one occasion: your knee buckled in…
As a classic enthusiast you must of course know what it is about and especially the special things. AMK will try to supplement your knowledge. With information. Triumph Herald De Triumph Herald for example. They were produced from 1959 to 1971…
Facts about vintage cars that you probably didn't know: In a road test that was once published about the MG MGC, an author was probably not having his day and destroyed the powerhouse to the core. After that, every subsequent 'road tester' found…
As Triumph As a TR enthusiast or owner, you must of course know everything exactly about the model you have fallen for. We have listed some special information for you. TR2 Starting with the TR2. That was…
Harley-Davidson: The Survivors Harley's history also has its share of hairy moments. But the Americans always managed to turn the tide. Did they do it more like a street fighter than a gentleman? Oh well: it's the result that counts.
The Chrysler Voyager and the Renault Espace. The first generation of MPVs. The Chrysler (Grand) Voyager is one of the first MPVs. Chrysler introduced the model in the US in 1984 under the name Dodge Caravan. The car was also…
An anabolic Ford Mustang: The Shelby GT 350/500 The 1967-68 Ford Shelby Mustang GT 350 is one of the coolest American 'muscle cars' ever made. It was a race car with a license plate. The new Shelby was built in one…
Jaguar XJS The famous miniature car empire Corgi once released a miniature of the Jaguar XJS as a (British) 'police car'. Strangely enough, the example sported a 'bump on the bonnet' that was a 'must' on the V12 version. What a shame, because the…
DDR Fahrzeuge, 'vehicles from the GDR', the former 'East Germany'. Does that sound exciting or not? We all know the Trabans and MZs. That they are icons of clothing from the time when governments still knew exactly how to do things. And…
Classic: What is in a name? That's quite similar to Shakespeare. Very free. But it's a consideration after reports of V-Rod production ceasing, current rock-bottom prices of early Buells, and the end of…