Cars

Peugeot 205 Rally Car risen from the gravel. Fate is key to Dominic Delaney and his Group A Peugeot 205 rally car, now back competing in his hands after disappearing for 25 years. Words Jim Blackstock. Photography Paul Harmer. Back on the gravel after a 25-year hibernation.

The 911 precursor sans a roof in Casablanca. Play it again, Sam Porsche 356 Speedster. Many moons ago we stumbled upon a 356 Speedster in Casablanca. Could anything be more exotic? Words by Sirish Chandran. Photography by Gaurav S Thombre.

RPM Technik Porsche 911. Backdated and updated, this 964-based narrow-bodied 911 is one man’s vision made real - and it’s a cracking drive. Photography: Gus Gregory. The resurgence of restomodding, in particular of old 911s, has largely been driven by Singer Vehicle Design. The extraordinary creations from Rob Dickinson’s crew in California have transformed the perception of what many would once have considered a grubby hobby.

Porsche Panamera 4S Diesel. A V8 diesel should be the perfect partner for Porsche’s distance-devouring four-door. Emphasis on ‘should’... Since the first examples of Porsche’s first four-door coupe were delivered in 2009, it has been clear that a torque-rich, blown V8 diesel would suit the car well. Such an engine would give the Panamera the perfect blend of range and performance, further enhancing its ability to cover monster miles in one sitting. Now that engine is here.

French Dressing Presidential Citroën. At the Élysée Palace with De Gaulle’s DS. This rather special Citroën DS was commissioned for General de Gaulle at great expense. So why was it rarely used? Words Jon Pressnell. Photography Daniel Denis. Archive renderings Citroën Communication.

Just your type? This reimagined E-type goes beyond anything Jaguar ever tried to achieve.Andrew English examines the philosophy behind Eagle’s Spyder GT. Photography James Lipman.

There’s a Ferrari 250 GTO available on the open market right now. What will it take to become its new owner? Andrew English investigates. Illustration Mark Sommer.

Advanced and innovative technology: the determining factor in the development of outstanding automobiles and the cornerstone of BMW's quest for automotive excellence.

Not unsafe at any speed. Sam Glover buys a 1960 Chevrolet Corvair and thrashes it 5410 miles across the USA. Team Adventure Sam Glover finds the longest route to bring his new purchase home.  Across America - Sam Glover’s epic adventure. Words and photos Sam Glover.

‘I just really love the styling’ Brewer’s Citroen SM Resto Mike’s big Citroën has a long way to go before it’s ready for its NEC debut. Our special NEC show issue deserved a special car. So we quizzed Mike Brewer on his revival of a great French classic. Words Chris Randall. Photos Jason Critchell.

Practical Classics Restorer of the Year ‘Man in shed’ marvel. Mercedes-Benz 190SL W121 Resto. This twice-abandoned project is finally restored to perfection. Electrician Mark Messenger bought this Mercedes 190SL as a heap for £10k. Twelve years later he’s living the dream. Buy low SL high. Words Theo Ford-Sagers. Photos Bob Atkins.

Thirteen steps to buying a Lancia Flavia. Buying Guide Don’t buy a Lancia Flavia until you’ve read our exhaustive 13-point guide. We reveal how to buy a smart example of this up-and-coming Italian from £5500. Words Malcolm McKay. Photography Tom Wood.