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The Great Escaper. Jayesh Patel’s prototype V8 Benz evaded its maker’s crusher. Words and photography Paul Hardiman.

Troy Barker’s Celica is a showcase of what can be done, on a limited budget, by simply putting your heart, soul and a little teenage nostalgia into a build. Words: Midge. Photography: Troy Barker.

Simply Stunning. There’s been no Merc-ing about with James 190E here, just a few mods to achieve automotive enlightenment. Words: Danielle Bagnall. Photography: Dan Pullen.

Bonus section Mercedes-Benz W202 ‘C600’. What’s the biggest engine you can wedge into an old C-Class? Olivér Ámon has had a damn good go at finding out with his latest drift weapon - this V12 turbo-powered W202… Words: Sam Preston. Photography: Viktor Benyi.

Mega Mercedes 3-way Race, custom and show cars - we’ve got the lot! In a past life, Paul Aveil was a linchpin of the 1980s Chelsea Cruise. And when his son James decided to bag an old Merc, it rekindled all sorts of old memories… Words: Dan Bevis. Photography: Matt Richardson.

Cover. Buying Guide. Arm yourself with our guide before seeking out a bargain Maserati Ghibli II ‘Owning a Biturbo derivative can be a scary proposition but the Ghibli is the most developed of all’ Nine steps to buying a Maserati Ghibli II Rising prices and dwindling spares make detailed knowledge essential before you buy. Words Richard Dredge. Photography John Colley.