By Tom Brett
7th January 2020


Classic Car Articles and Blogs


Latest Classic Car Articles

We are passionate about the classic car industry we work in, and we are always publishing articles that we hope other classic car enthusiasts will find informative, interesting and sometimes even amusing.

We write weekly articles on anything to do with classic cars e.g. manufacturers, models the industry and owner stories – shown below are all the articles we’ve written over the past few years.

If there’s a topic you want us to cover then why not drop me a line and I’ll see what we can do – contact us.

Tom – Content Editor

 

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Trade Classics Teams Up with ClassicLine Insurance

We've teamed up with the good people at ClassicLine insurance to bring you extra and exciting benefits.

Why Classic Car Owners Are More Romantic Than You Might Think.

Richard talks about the emotional connection classic cars gives us.

Should we celebrate the Highway Code?

Richard talks about the how the Highway Code has played a part in road, and deserves a big thank you.

Government Puts the Brakes on New Smart Motorways

Richard talks about the UK Government deciding to put on hold plans to extend Smart Motorways.

What’s so special about the NEC Classic Motor Show?

Alan talks about his latest visit to the NEC Classic Motor Show.

Will classic cars be banned one day soon?

Adam talks about the threat to our industry and what we can all do.

The People’s Mosquito

Read John story about how he's supporting to restore a WWII Mosquito - you can help too.

Recession Proof Sales

Adam talks about his prediction regarding the current state of the market and why online is the future.

Car Brands In Need Of Revival

Tom talks about a few brands he would love to see come back to former glory.

Embarrassing Cars On Their Birthday

Tom talks about some embarrassing car ads on their anniversary...

The Italian Job… Sort Of.

Tom talks about these two Italian beauties coming to auction.

The 996 Turbo is thirsty for some water!

Tom discusses why the 996 Turbo is not loved by the 911 purists!

This Porsche 911 Has Four Doors

William wanted a more practical car than he was usually used to...

The Aston Martin DB5 Continuation is Here and It’s Pointless.

Tom talks about the first Aston Martin DB5 made in 50 years, to Goldfinger spec too!

Win The Road Rat Magazine Issues 1-4

The Trade Classics Online Giveaway celebrates our new website launch with an amazing prize!

Paddy McGuiness Crashes £250k Lamborghini

Tom lets us know what Top Gear's Paddy Mcguiness unfortunately did...

A Brief History of the Grand Tourer Part 2

Tom discusses a few of the most iconic classic cars of the 60's

What if the Volkwagen Beetle was never made?

Tom discusses what may have happened if the people's car never came into production.

A Brief History of the Grand Tourer

Tom discusses how life started with these beautiful machines.