The Octane guide to buying a classic car in 2026 If you’re buying a classic car for the first time, here’s a short guide covering the most significant steps, from researching and sourcing a car to where to buy, and how to pay.
Nürburgring record-holders SPS Motorsport to bring TÜV-approved Rocketeer MX-5 to Europe Rocketeer, the UK company best known for swapping V6 engines into Mazda MX-5s, has appointed SPS Motorsport as its approved European installer.
HCVA conference focuses on youth opportunities An explosion in historic vehicles, gaining a youth audience and sustainable fuels were the key discussion topics at the 2026 Brooklands conference.
Sir Henry Segrave’s record-breaking Sunbeam Tiger ‘Ladybird’ to appear at 2026 RAC Concours The 2026 RAC Concours will honour the 100th anniversary of Sir Henry Segrave’s first Land Speed Record with a special display led by his Sunbeam Tiger ‘Ladybird’.
Roll-call of heroes confirmed for 2026 Concours des Légendes at Wilton House The inaugural Concours of Légendes at Wilton House will feature an amazing line-up of motoring celebrities including Derek Bell, Stefan Johansson and Nick Mason.
King of 308s – Ferrari 308 GTSi Bi-Turbo Koenig driven German tuner Willy König found his Ferrari 308 a little underwhelming, so he doubled its power and created a 1980s icon.
Ferrari 308 GTSi Bi-Turbo Koenig-Specials set to star in 2026 London Concours A 1984 Ferrari 308 GTSi Bi-Turbo Koenig-Specials is set to feature in the Tuners class of the 2026 London Concours on 9-11 June.
JAS Motorsport reveals name and design of Pininfarina-styled Honda NSX restomod The name and design of the forthcoming Honda NSX restomod styled by Pininfarina and engineered by Italian racing outfit JAS Motorsport has been revealed.
Historics Auctioneers opens £5m headquarters in Ascot Historics Auctioneers has opened a £5m headquarters in Ascot, Berkshire, 16 years after founder Mark Perkins held the company’s first auction at Brooklands in 2010.
