Specialists Reviews

Classics

Lancia Hyena Zagato 1992 review

The Lancia Hyena Zagato is one of the rarest cars we have ever driven. And perhaps one of the most desirable, too.

Aston Martin DB5 ‘No Time To Die’ edition 2023 review

We drive a small-scale tribute to James Bond’s iconic Aston Martin DB5, complete with machine guns and a smoke screen.

Mercedes-Benz 300SL ‘Gullwing’ review

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL ‘Gullwing’ is a timeless icon and arguably the original supercar. We discover what makes it so special.

Mercedes-Benz SL SportLine 2022 review

We drive the Mercedes-Benz SL SportLine – a restomod R107 with a modern makeover, including nearly 40 percent more power.

GTO Engineering 250 SWB California Spyder review

GTO Engineering's latest car is a recreation of the classic Ferrari 250 SWB California Spyder. It’s as fabulous as it looks.

GTO Engineering 250 GT SWB Revival 2021 review

Can’t stretch to £20m for a Ferrari 250 GT SWB? The GTO Engineering Revival offers the experience for a (slightly) more affordable price.

Restomods

Porsche 911 Targa by Theon Design 2024 review

Theon Design’s take on the Porsche 911 Targa combines modern materials with classic character. Tim Pitt gets behind the wheel.

Land Rover Defender by Onyx Vans 2024 review

James Male drives a Land Rover Defender that's been cleverly converted into a camper by Onyx Vans. It’s a great way to escape the everyday.

Everrati Mercedes-Benz SL ‘Pagoda’ 2024 review

Tim Pitt drives a classic Mercedes-Benz SL converted to electric power by Everrati. Is its beauty more than skin-deep?

Moke Electric 2024 review

Sixty years after the Mini-based original, the Moke is back – this time with electric power. Tim Pitt gets behind the wheel.

Electrogenic DeLorean DMC-12 2024 review

Made famous by the Back To The Future films, the DeLorean DMC-12 gains a new lease of life with electric power. Tim Pitt drives it.

Porsche 911 European RS by Thornley Kelham 2024 review

Hand-built in The Cotswolds, the European RS from Thornley Kelham aims to recapture the magic of the greatest Porsche 911s.

David Brown Mini eMastered 2023 review

We take on London traffic in the David Brown Mini eMastered, an electrified classic that is tailor-made for the city.

Frontline LE60 and BEE GT: V8 and electric MG restomods driven

Tim Pitt drives two very different MGB restomods from Frontline: the V8-engined LE60 and the fully electric BEE GT.

Suzuki Jimny by Twisted 2023 review

Twisted Automotive has given the Suzuki Jimny 4x4 a powerful turbocharged boost. John Redfern gets behind the wheel.

Twisted Land Rover Defender T110 TVS 2023 review

Born in Birmingham, modified in Yorkshire, the Twisted Defender T110 TVS is a leftfield alternative to a Mercedes-AMG G63. We drive it.

Electric Bentley S2 Continental by Lunaz 2023 review

This restomod Bentley S2 is the aristocratic way to go electric, thanks to an EV conversion by Lunaz. Tim Pitt is your chauffeur…

Clive Sutton VIP Class taxi 2023 review

We take a ride in the Clive Sutton VIP Class taxi: a £120,000 black cab that’s the less ostentatious alternative to a Rolls-Royce.

Supercharged Porsche 911 by Theon Design 2023 review

The latest Porsche 911 restomod from Theon Design combines ferocious supercharged performance with a softer side. We drive it.

Healey by Caton 2022 review

The Healey by Caton reimagines the classic Austin-Healey 100 roadster, adding bespoke styling details, more power and uprated suspension.

Porsche 911 by Theon Design 2022 review

The 'Chile 001' restomod Porsche 911 by Theon Design combines 21st century technology with plenty of old-school excitement. We drive it.

Paul Stephens Porsche 993R 2022 review

The 993R from Paul Stephens is a restomod Porsche 911 that combines old-school charisma with ferocious modern performance. We drive it.

Porsche 356 EV by Electrogenic 2022 review

Electrogenic's Porsche 356 combines modern electric power with a traditional manual gearbox. Does it make for a credible sports car?

Twisted Land Rover Defender EV 2022 review

Yorkshire-based Twisted has given the classic Land Rover Defender a modern electric makeover. We get behind the wheel.

Everrati electric Land Rover Series llA 2021 review

Everrati has converted a classic Land Rover Series IIA to electric power. Is the result sacrilegious or inspired?

David Brown Mini Oselli Edition 2021 review

The Mini Oselli Edition from Silverstone-based David Brown Automotive is a small car with a big heart – and a big price tag.

Peugeot 205 GTI Tolman Edition 2021 review

The Peugeot 205 GTI is arguably the greatest hot hatchback of them all. But Tolman Motorsport can make it even better.

Range Rover KR restomod 2021 review

The Kingsley Cars KR Series restomod transforms the original Range Rover into a modern SUV – but preserves its classic character.

Sports

Radical SR10 XXR 2024 review

Tim Pitt straps in for an exclusive first drive of the Radical SR10 XXR: a British-built track car that is ready to race.

Kamm Porsche 912c 2023 review

We drive a classic Porsche with a difference: the lightweight, four-cylinder Kamm 912c. Is it a worthy alternative to a restomod 911?

Wiesmann Project Thunderball 2022 review

Wiesmann used to build sports cars powered by brawny BMW V8 and V10 engines. Now it's gone fully electric. We drive Project Thunderball.

Bizzarrini 5300 GT Corsa Revival 2022 review

We drive the Bizzarrini 5300 GT Corsa Revival, an authentic recreation of the car that raced at Le Mans in 1965. Only 24 will be made.

RML Short Wheelbase 2022 review

The RML Short Wheelbase combines classic styling with modern comfort and tech. Not forgetting a naturally aspirated Ferrari V12 engine...

Ginetta G56 GTA 2022 review

The Ginetta G56 GTA isn’t a supercar modified for the track – it’s a raw and uncompromising racer. Time to swallow a brave pill…