Jaguar XK8 & XKR (X100) buying guide, history and review It’s difficult to predict how well a car is going to age, but after 25 years it’s clear that the the X100- … <a href="https://www.octane-magazine.com/articles/buying-guides/jaguar-xk8-xkr-x100-buying-guide-history-and-review/"></a>
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.
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.
Rocketeer MX-V6 – Driving the amplified Mazda MX-5 Rocketeer's V6-converted MX-5 aims to elevate the lovable Japanese roadster to new heights
Inside TWR: what was it like to work for Tom Walkinshaw? Former TWR staff reflected on the rule-pushing culture that defined one of motorsport’s most influential organisations, as the firm marked its anniversary at Bicester.
Octane’s motoring highlights from a remarkable 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, the Octane team reflect on their personal highlights from another extraordinary year in the world of classic and collector cars.
Porsche 911 GT1 – Driving the road-legal Le Mans racer on the road It’s got more in common with a Group C 962 than a plain old 911, and it competed at Daytona. Yet this Porsche GT1 is just perfect for a trip to the pub…
Jenson Button reflects on long road to Goodwood glory In an exclusive interview, F1 World Champion Jenson Button tells Octane what it means to finally break his historic-racing duck with victory at the 2025 Goodwood Revival.
Octane drives every flavour of Eagle E-type Jaguar’s E-type was sacrosanct – until Eagle proved there was room for improvement. Robert Coucher examines its re-imagined versions
