The new SwissClassics Revue (No. 75-5 2019) is now available in stores. As usual, this issue is packed with stories, anecdotes, facts and figures about the "rustiest hobby in the world". Particularly noteworthy are reports such as "Austin A55 Cambridge", the second part of the series "Properly insured with the classic car", "Gone with the wind (almost)" and "The Swiss Meteor". Of course, the popular buying advice (this time on the Opel Manta A / Ascona A) and the interesting vehicle market with many advertisements are also included.
Buying advice - Opel Manta A / Ascona A
In this part of the buying guide series, we take a closer look at the Opel Manta A and the Ascona A. The Opel Manta A is an ideal car for newcomers to the classic car scene. It is robust, maintenance is relatively simple and it looks good. So there are actually no problems. If only it weren't for the crux of the matter that it's difficult to find a good example ... If you are lucky enough to find one, this buying guide will help you buy an Ascona/Manta A and protect you from unexpected surprises.
Austin A55 Cambridge - The British pontoon limousine
Anyone who bought a completely new car model in the 1950s was considered exotic, so to speak. By "new" we don't mean a model from the factory, but a completely newly developed car model. Because all car manufacturers first had to recover from the war, which was still going on at the time, almost exclusively pre-war models with improvements were initially launched on the market, but no new designs. The Austin A40/50/55 Cambridge was therefore an exception. And therefore particularly interesting.
Properly insured with a classic car
While the first part of the insurance two-parter dealt with general questions about classic car insurance, the second part delves deeper into the subject. Specific premium examples are compared. To this end, the editorial team obtained quotes from various insurance companies for a total of seven vehicles and summarized the findings in a report.
(Almost) Gone with the Wind - Jaguar XK120
Do you know the movie "Gone with the Wind"? The actor Clark Gable had a leading role in it, but was also known (in addition to his films) for his penchant for beauty. So the road to the Jaguar XK 120 was as good as finished. The Jaguar XK120 impressed on the one hand with its beautifully shaped body (even though it was drawn in a hurry!) and on the other with its performance. Among its competitors, this made it appear truly futuristic. One person who was persuaded to buy one by these characteristics was the actor Clark Gable.
The Swiss Meteor - The exceptional Swiss racing driver Herbert Müller
Does the name "Stumpen-Herbie" mean anything to you? One of the most famous Swiss racing drivers went by this nickname. Herbert Müller. When people talk about motorsport greats from Switzerland, this exceptional racing driver is certainly one of them. Unfortunately, he passed away far too early. A look back at his life and his great successes.
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