The new SwissClassics Revue 94-6/2022 once again covers many exciting topics. The focus is on the first BMW passenger car, which was actually an Austin Seven, first called a Dixi, then a BMW 3/15 PS. The topic of electrification is much discussed in the classic car scene. Using the example of a Fiat Topolino, we examine how the electric version drives and whether the costs for the conversion are worthwhile. The "Special" of this last issue in 2022 deals with driving classic cars in winter and how you should prepare your car for this. A report on the successful Jaguar XJ6 4.0 luxury saloon clarifies whether this car has improved as part of its constant renewals. The buyer's guide focuses on the VW Corrado sports coupé. And that's by no means all...
BMW Dixi | All beginnings are small
The first BMW wasn't actually a BMW at all, but an Austin Seven, initially called Dixi, then BMW Dixi.
As a licensed product of the little Brit, which celebrates its 100th birthday this year, the Dixi became the manufacturer's first car with the propeller in its trademark. We tracked down an example and try to find out how BMW drivers fared back then.
Fiat Topolino | Electric
The electrification of old cars is a very controversial topic in the scene. Over 80 years ago, Fiat Topolino vehicles were electrified in order to be able to drive despite the shortage of petrol during the Second World War.
Decades later, the conversion was repeated. Does it make sense or not? We put it to the test and drive an electric Fiat Topolino to find out what the conversion costs and what falls by the wayside.
Special | The big winter drive
Road salt and moisture are probably the biggest enemies of old sheet metal - which is why many people only drive their classic cars in the summer months.
It's also fun to get the oldie out of the garage in winter, whether for a drive or even a winter rally. However, anyone doing this should prepare their vehicle accordingly.
Jaguar XJ6 4.0 | Innovation and tradition
A successful balancing act between innovation and tradition: a stylish luxury sedan for little money, but with a veteran stamp? The Jaguar XJ40 makes it possible.
VW Corrado | Buyer's guide
The VW Corrado was no ordinary sports coupé. It was more expensive and more exclusive than its predecessor, the Scirocco, and it was also higher up the feed chain than some of its competitors.
The chances are good that a Corrado is still a lot of fun today - if it hasn't fallen into the hands of tuners and stokers, we'll go looking for it.
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