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Ford Capri vs Opel Manta A

Ford Capri vs Opel Manta A – Two sporty coupés for everyday use

In 1970, the “Trimm Dich fit” campaign was launched to motivate Germans to do more sport and thus fight the “prosperity belly”. With various slogans and campaigns, this campaign of the German Sports Federation DSB ran until 1986. Whether it is a coincidence that the Ford Capri (1968-1986) and the Opel Manta (1970-1988) were produced in the same period, we do not know. But we do know that both vehicles represent this zeitgeist wonderfully. Continue reading Ford Capri vs Opel Manta A – Two sporty coupés for everyday use →

VW Beetle

Beetle & Co – Three entry-level classics for under 20,000 euros

There is a widespread misconception that classic car ownership is an expensive hobby. Certainly, if you are in the premium segment, repairs and maintenance cost a lot. The VW Beetle is just one of numerous examples that debunk this prejudice and provide appropriate entry-level models in every type of budget. Continue reading Beetle & Co – Three entry-level classics for under 20,000 euros →

Saloons of the 70s

Old Nobility – Saloons of the 70s

The 1970s brought a lot of movement into the world of luxury-class saloons. With the W 116, Mercedes-Benz did more than just launch the S-Class name for the first time, Opel said goodbye to the luxury class for the time being with the Kapitän/Admiral/Diplomat B and Jaguar remained true to itself with the XJ Series 2. A look at three saloons of the 70s.
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1968 Fiat Panda SUV

Fiat Panda 4×4 & Co. – The birth of the cult SUVs

No question: SUVs are IN – from the Suzuki Jimny to the now ubiquitous G-Class, the roads are full of SUVs. Every manufacturer is betting on this market segment – and even luxury brands are occupying this market. Aston Martin builds the DBX, Maserati the Levante, Lamborghini the Urus and soon Ferrari will also delight mankind with an SUV. Continue reading Fiat Panda 4×4 & Co. – The birth of the cult SUVs →

CT Analytics | The ten most popular homologation cars

To use cars in racing, manufacturers must produce a number of road versions for homologation purposes. These homologation vehicles are quite rare and sought-after. As new cars, they were the trump card in every car quartet, and even today as classics, many models break records – though no longer on the track, but in terms of price. These ten homologation vehicles were called up most frequently on Classic Trader in 2020. Continue reading CT Analytics | The ten most popular homologation cars →