The latest issue of Oldtimer Markt features topics and cars such as two generations of BMW M3, Saab versus Volvo, the Morris Minor, Jack Sears Ford Galaxie or the rare Alfa Romeo 2000 Sportiva and is a great read for the upcoming festive season at home.
30 years of the BMW M3 - a comparison of generations
30 years ago, BMW presented the first M3, a car built for touring car racing. In ten pages, Oldtimer Markt tells the story of how the rough racing tool of 30 years ago became a gentle gentleman's express.
Man and machine - touring car ace Jack Sears and his Ford Galaxie
American heavy metal versus European precision engineering. This duel has always been a hot topic in motorsport. Half a century ago, Jack Sears stirred up the British Touring Car Championship with his Ford Galaxie.
Saab 900 versus Volvo 262 - Two Swedish coupés in a duel
The two Swedish manufacturers Saab and Volvo interpreted the coupé theme in very different ways in the 1970s. A Saab 900 Turbo Combi-Coupé was compared with a Volvo 262 C Bertone. You can find out the results in the eight-page report.
Buying advice Morris Minor - first choice for hobby beginners
The British Volkswagen is perfect for hobby beginners because it is simple and impresses with its ease of everyday use and wrenching as well as a complete and simple parts supply - no wonder with 1.6 million units built. Oldtimer Markt explains what is important when buying a Minor.
Fun at the traffic jam - Embouteillage de Lapalisse
Every two years, classic car enthusiasts travel to France especially for the traffic jam, where they celebrate the phenomenon of the traffic jam at the Embouteillage de Lapalisse. At the same time, the small town of Lapalisse pays homage to the vacation feeling of the post-war period. Oldtimer Markt was there and reports.
Alfa Romeo 2000 Sportiva - four cylinders in elegant packaging
The two-liter "Sportiva" prototype from 1954 was born to race and was one of the most beautiful Alfa Romeos of all time. But instead of taking class victories at the Mille Miglia, it was consigned to the museum. After just four examples, the Alfa 2000 Sportiva came to an end.
Overhauling the brake master cylinder, motorcycle duel, oils in the test
In addition to the major reports, Oldtimer Markt also features mechanical tips such as how to overhaul a master brake cylinder professionally or how to save patina properly.
The magazine also tests who has the edge in a duel between an Adler MB 250 and a BMW Single R25/3. Motorcycle fans will also find the report on Hans A. Muth and the BMW design of the 70s interesting. The supplement "The right oil for every classic" in which Oldtimer Markt tested 17 classic oils is also a small special feature.
