As a mini nutter from when the little darlings first came out out I have picked up a few daft and silly tips over the years that I would like to share. They are in no particular order but I hope all you fellow...
Austin J40 and Austin Pathfinder Pedal Cars This is the beginnning of what I hope will become a comprehensive buyers guide to the Austin J40 Pedal car and the Austin Pathfinder. So many times I see claims from...
So you are thinking of buying a car on e-bay? Are you crazy? Are you receiving medical help? What a minefield! Can you find the car you want? Is it the right price? Can you trust the buyer? Is it miles away?...
Converting from negative to positive earth and fitting an alternator. The following procedure is the way to carry out this conversion on a Mini. The procedure will be pretty much the same for all late 1960s...
Regardless of your choice of classic car, it is essential that you identify what you are buying or selling before placing a bid or listing it for an auction. I know that sounds incredibly obvious, but even...
Triumph Spitfire ( GT6 / Herald / Vitesse ) This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it and if you would like to find out more about the classic...
The Austin Metro was launched in 1980, as a 'British car to beat the world'.All versions: Metros do not have standard springs and dampers. They use a 'hydragas' arrangement, where fluid and gas are compressed...
Vintage Motor Car Cigarette Cards (Collectables) I've been collecting and selling trading cards, cigarette cards and related collectables for over twenty years. Before you read this guide please subscribe to...
Porsche Cars This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If you wish to find out more about the classic Porsche sports car art featured in this...
I owned 3 of these classics in various states of repair and spent 14 years in the motor trade in the eighties and nineties. I became very familiar with the Austin Mini and have had probably every part of one...