A Brief History of the Hot Rod

California is considered to be the birthplace of hot rods. People were looking for cars to race across the salt flats, and many amateur mechanics looked to create streamlined vehicles for racing. They used whatever…

The History Of The VW Bus

The Volkswagen Bus, officially named the Volkswagen Type 2, is the second vehicle line produced by the German automaker best known for the Type 1 Beetle. The VW Bus is also known as the Transporter…

How To Insure Antique And Classic Cars

People who own antique cars are generally passionate about them; nevertheless, not one owner would ever consider failing to insure their car. Although you might think it hard to obtain, it is surprising how many…

VW Parts and the Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Type 1 is one of the world’s most recognized, popular economy vehicles. Although the German made car debuted in 1938, it wasn’t until 1967 that marketing materials reflected its common nickname, the Beetle….

The Best Of American Muscle Cars

When you think of a car that is born tough, incredibly masculine and delivers high-performance, actually you are thinking of a muscle car. All these attributes and many such others are known to be a…

A Brief History Of Rolls Royce

Rolls Royce is a name synonymous with style and elegance; the cars made by this company are renowned for their luxurious nature as well as the quality of their design and manufacture. Dating back over…

Collect this Car, It’s a Classic!

Antique and classic cars are being collected now more than ever. Classic car collectors learn their hobby over years and years of research and browsing, even attending a half dozen or more car shows each…

How to Find Ford Mustang Parts Online

If you have a Ford Mustang, it deserves the best care that you can give it, and that includes good maintenance. Although owning a Mustang is a privilege, it can also pose some problems because…

Classic Car Insurance For Motorists

The following article will give classic, vintage car buffs the low down on the actual differences that exist between classic car insurance and standard auto insurance. If you love and own classic cars and are…

Vintage Car Insurance For Motorists

Need info on vintage car insurance for your prized possession on wheels? Then this article is just the thing for you. According to general perception, vintage cars are seen as automobiles which are expensive and…

Cherish That Used Mini

I’m about to write an article on Used Mini’s and already I’m chastised for using the wrong term! Apparently the term is ‘Mini Cherished’. What is the difference I ask myself? Open any used car…

A Blessed Wedding Anniversary

The year was 2005 and my parents were coming up to their milestone 70th wedding anniversary. The family got together to discuss what we could do to mark this auspicious occassion and the first option…

Where Does A Used BMW Go?

Because of the way a BMW will hold its value, most used BMW’s are re-sold but, like anything, they do have a life span and at the end of that they’re on the scrapheap. Or…

Bling Up That Used BMW

A new BMW is a treasure not to be touched. Built to perfection, there is nothing that can be done to improve it and neither should you try. However, buy a used BMW from an…

The Stig Versus The BMW?

The Stig is the unidentified test driver of vehicles on the favourite BBC Sunday night programme, Top Gear. So far unbeaten, The Stig’s laptimes are breathtaking. However, he came very close to being beaten last…

Euphemisms For BMW

After months of saving, I’ve finally bought myself a wonderful but used BMW! My boss is a miser with the wonga so it’s taken some time but now I have this fantastic babe magnet to…

Hi, This Is Your Mini Speaking

In New York, Chicago and Miami owners of new and used Mini’s are signing up for a new gimmick of personalised billboard messages displayed at the road side. A radio chip embedded within the key…

Give Your Car A Health Check

Checking your car periodically is one of the best ways to maintain safety, and spot any problems as they arise. By running through a standard test of various vital mechanical elements of your car, you…

Worry-Free Classic Car Shipping

Transporting a vehicle over a long distance such as during an interstate move is a nerve-wracking experience. It is even more traumatic when you are shipping a classic sports car or other valuable vehicle. In…

Going Topless In The Best Possible Taste

A driver hired by the UN to rescue a wounded war photographer from hostile territory drives through a hail of bullets in an attempt to get his charge safely to the border. Despite his efforts,…

Mini Clubman, Maximum Celebrity

I drive my Mini Cooper and I feel souper dooper. Oh dear, not the most inspired of musical lyrics but Madonna’s nonetheless. She obviously feels so strongly about her Mini Cooper S that she felt…

Buying A Classic Car

Buying and restoring classic cars is a popular hobby for many car enthusiasts but is rarely a straightforward task. Although it is very rewarding, it can be expensive especially if you don’t know what to…

Classic Motor Show in Birmingham

Whether you are looking for cars, parts, cheap classic car insurance or just some information, The Classic Motor Show at the NEC in Birmingham which is held every year is the place to be. With…

The Aston Martin DB7 Zagato An Instant Hit

The classic Zagato line from Aston Villa had an addition with the 2003 DB7. The DB7 was first unveiled at the Pebble Beach Concourse and immediately was a hit with the car world as the…

Information About The Vintage Period

When people talk about vintage cars they are typically referring to a vehicle that was built between 1919 and 1930. Car enthusiasts the world over are all happy to agree the start date of the…

House Attracts Car Fanatics

More than 10,000 visitors head towards an old farmhouse in the east Tacoma community of Lakewood every Saturday to see the most unusual car museum ever. You typically think of massive buildings containing a dozen…

How To Restore A Classic Car

Restoring a classic car can be tricky business especially if you have never done it before. You have lots to think about from where you can get the parts from to how it’s going to…

Let Your Keystrokes Beware

Finding a good used-but-new-to-you car has never been an easy proposition. Sifting through car ads and dealer lots trying to decipher the secret code of used car talk is an exhausting process. Does “easy to…

All About Winches

Got a car suitable for traveling over rough terrain? Then water sport is a true adventure for you. The sport is a wonderful opportunity for you to show off your driving and winching skills to…

Pimp My Ride: Hottest Show On TV Today

Pimp My Ride is a popular television program produced by MTV and involves taking a car that may be in bad condition and restoring as well as customizing it and, in its original form, was…