When Citroën unveiled the CX in 1974, expectations were sky high. For almost two decades, the DS had defined what technical avant-garde could look like in the mid-range and luxury classes. Continue reading Citroën CX 25 GTI (1985) – Hydropneumatic avant-garde in the fast lane
When the Alvis TE 21 was unveiled in autumn 1963, the British automotive world was in a state of upheaval. Jaguar was establishing itself as a sporting icon with the E-Type, Aston Martin was combining racing and grand touring, and Rolls-Royce was cultivating aristocratic aloofness. Continue reading Alvis TE 21 DHC (1966) – British engineering culture at the end of an era
Classic Trader is holding an online auction featuring 201 vehicles from the former Villach Vehicle Museum. Thirty-five cars and 166 motorcycles, mopeds and scooters of the Villach Collection will be auctioned without a reserve price. Continue reading Classic Trader auctions more than 200 vehicles from the Villach Collection with no reserve price
In our Classic Trader Portraits, we regularly introduce you to selected classic car dealers and people from the scene. This time with Peter Jalkotzy, the man behind A Mechanical Symphony. Continue reading Portrait of Peter Jalkotzy, the man behind A Mechanical Symphony
Which brands are currently most in demand among classic and sportscar enthusiasts? Classic Trader has analyzed its internal search data and compiled a fresh ranking based on actual user interest.
Continue reading Classic Trader Insights | Which brands are leading in buyer interest
Buy now or sell? What direction is the classic car scene taking? These and similar questions are currently shaping the debate around the future of the classic and modern classic car market all over the world. To bring more clarity to this complex topic, the experts at BBE Automotive conducted a comprehensive study for the German market this year: The Economic Impact of Young- and Oldtimers 2025.
Continue reading Where does the classic car market stand – the classic car study 2025
Often ridiculed and even more often underestimated – classic cars from France often only fascinate students and Francophile enthusiasts, as the automotive heritage of the Grande Nation is often simply overlooked between strongholds such as Italy, England and Germany. Continue reading French entry-level classics – Appealing and affordable classic cars
With a broad choice of generations, bodystyles and engines, the Jaguar E-Type, this glorious 1960s icon remains the classic sports car of choice for aficionados the world over. Continue reading Jaguar E-type buying guide
The Emil Frey Group has made a name for itself as a Swiss car dealer – in Switzerland and far beyond. Emil Frey, a trained mechanic, founded his first workshop in Zurich in 1924. Over the decades, the company has continued to develop and has recently started offering live auctions under the name Classic Auctions – with the company’s traditionally high standards. Continue reading Emil Frey Classic Auctions – Exclusive vehicles at an exclusive event
About three years ago, the classic car scene was shaken up by a bang. One of the two Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR ‘Uhlenhaut coupés’ was auctioned off to a private collector for a record price of 135 million Euro. Continue reading Will this 1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Streamliner set the next record?
