The first 2019 issue of SwissClassic Revue is now available in stores and at newsstands. The lead article in this issue reports on the Lamborghini Espada. In addition, there is a restoration report on the Fiat 501, buying advice on the BMW 3 Series E30, a motorcycle article on the Honda XBR 500 S and, finally, an obituary on Karl Foitek, who sadly passed away recently.
Reports on current events, vehicle advertisements and other information are, of course, an integral part of the issue as before.
Lamborghini Espada - Powerful turismo for four people
The two test reports from 1968 could not be more different in their criticism, while one praised the Lamborghini as a "masterpiece of sensible equipment", the other complained that the car's function switches could not be operated correctly even after lengthy study of the documentation and countless attempts...
Fiat 501: A second life for three Cinquecentouni
Every child knows a Fiat 500, but only a few purists know the Type 501. Yet it was a success story! An extensive restoration is also worthwhile...
BMW 3 Series E30 - Buying advice
The second-generation BMW 3 Series has many qualities: It is reliable, fun to drive and comes in countless variants. The fan base is not getting any smaller, prices are rising. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad to go hunting now...
Karl Foitek and his great love of the automobile - an obituary
The new year had barely begun when we received the first sad news, namely that Karl Foitek left us forever on January 1. At the age of 87, he lost his battle with cancer at the Hirslanden Clinic.
Swiss license plates - Everything you always wanted to know about the vehicle registration plate in Switzerland and never dared to ask
The license plate or license plate on a car and motorcycle is as commonplace as the steering wheel on a car. Nevertheless, there is a surprising amount of uncertainty when it comes to the details of what, how and where to fit them. So a little clarification is needed!
Honda XBR 500 S - vintage bike for 1000 francs
People often say that driving a classic car is expensive. A luxury hobby. But it doesn't have to be. With 1000 francs you're already there, maybe not on four wheels, but at least on two. A proof of self.
The magazine can be ordered here now.
