Kerbsidemotors! guide to buying and fitting alloy wheels Alloy wheels are a great way to change the look of your car. They can add value if you are trying to sell it and increase performance and handling....
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...
When buying a classic mini, the main thing to consider is body condition (ie. Rust) Mini's design means they will rust in afew places over time. Heres a quick guide of where to check. - The seam below the...
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...
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...
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...
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?...
Vintage Motor Car Cigarette Cards I've been collecting and selling collectors cards and cigarette cards for over twenty years. Before you read this guide please subscribe to my card collecting newsletters...
Triumph Spitfire ( GT6 / Herald / Vitesse ) This guide celebrates the Triumph Spitfire, GT6, Herald and Vitesse models. Triumph Spitfire Mk1 and Mk2 The Spitfire made its debut at the London Motor Show in...
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...