SwissClassics Revue 108-2/2025 is available immediately. In addition to recurring topics such as the calendar of events, event reviews and announcements, as well as the 20-page vehicle market, there are of course once again extensive articles for car enthusiasts to read.
The bridge animal: Volkswagen Iltis Type 183
Bridge animals are those creatures that occupy the transition between two evolutionary stages. If the VW Iltis were an animal, it would probably also belong in this category, as it laid the foundation for the Audi Quattro's drive system. It had its origins in the military and in the need to find a successor to the DKW Munga.
We have driven a civilian specimen and are retracing history.
Portrait: Martin Pfrunder - Le Bugattiste
Owning a Bugatti was never an everyday occurrence. Listening to Martin Pfrunder's stories, it turns out that a lot has changed around the extraordinary French automobile brand over the course of its history. This is especially true for the people who have remained loyal to the models with the brand's typical horseshoe radiator throughout their lives. A report on Martin Pfrunder's experiences in words and pictures.
Special: Body cavities
A car usually has a large number of cavities under its elegant outer skin, which often have a lot to offer: Dirt, moisture and rust. And once the rust has come to light, it is usually a costly affair, as it could endanger the entire vehicle body. It is better to take preventative action. And better too early than too late.
Van life for the next generation: Austin A30
The next generation is one of the burning issues for many classic car clubs and the scene in general. But instead of waiting for a solution to fall from the sky, the Austin-Morris-Wolseley friends have taken matters into their own hands - with a generous offer.
Buying advice: Alfa Romeo GTV/Spider (Tipo 916)
When it made its debut in 1994, the Alfa Romeo Time 916 with its front-wheel drive and Fiat affinity caused skepticism among many Alfisti. However, it soon became clear that it was still fun to drive, whether as a closed GTV or an open-top Spider. The design is still appealing today and the prices are moderate.
We have investigated how the cars have held up.
Celebrating 50 years of the VW Polo!
The Volkswagen Polo has been inspiring generations of people since 1975 and has become a pioneer in its class. It stands for affordable mobility, timeless design and pioneering technology. A report on the success story of the Golf's little brother, which is already fifty years old.
Pioneer of brand success: BMW 303
The BMW 303, built in 1933 and 1934, was a pioneering achievement. For the first time, BMW produced a six-cylinder engine, and for the first time the "BMW kidney grille", which has been present on (almost) all BMW automobiles ever since, adorned the front of the car. The ascent into the middle class was complete.
Museum of Transport eye-catcher: Swissair Coronado
After more than ten years in the air, the Coronado was no longer economically viable. Swissair therefore donated its largest passenger aircraft at the time to the Museum of Transport in Lucerne. It was transported to the museum via Lake Lucerne. A photographic documentation of the water journey.
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