Are classic cars a good investment? What the market data shows
What the Hagerty and Knight Frank indexes show, what drives a classic's value, how liquid the market is and which taxes apply in Poland.
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Notes on what really matters when buying and selling a classic: condition, history, price, paperwork and the market.
1971 AMC Javelin SST 360: history, engineering and buying
AMC Javelin 1968–1974: the 1971 model, the SST 360, engines from the straight-six to the 401 V8, AMX, Trans-Am titles and the usual problems when buying.
Alfa Romeo MiTo QV: engineering, versions and weak points of a future classic
MiTo QV 1.4 MultiAir 170 PS: engineering, 2010–2016 model years, special editions, weak points and why it is called a future classic.
MGB 1962–1980: roadster or GT, chrome or rubber bumpers?
MGB 1962–1980: roadster or GT, chrome or rubber bumpers, MGC and V8, body and mechanical weak spots, parts supply and the Heritage Certificate.
Renault Clio RSi 1.8: history, how it differs from the 16S and Williams, prices
Clio RSi 1.8 8V: history, specifications, 1993–1998 phases, how to tell it from the 16S and Williams, typical faults and what sets the price.
Fiat Barchetta (1995–2005): history, engineering, versions and weak points
Fiat Barchetta 1995–2005: how it was created, what is under the bonnet, pre- and post-facelift differences, special editions and typical weak points.
Renault 5: the model's history from 1972 to the Supercinq and R5 E-Tech
Renault 5 from 1972 to 1996: first generation, Alpine/Gordini, R5 Turbo and Turbo 2, Supercinq and GT Turbo — dates, engines and production figures.
Peugeot 205: versions, engines and weak spots before you buy
Peugeot 205 buyer's guide: GTI 1.6 vs 1.9, CTI, Rallye, XS and diesels, typical rust spots, rear axle bearings and parts availability.
Lancia Kappa engines: performance, durability and which to choose
Lancia Kappa engines: 2.0 and 2.4 20V, 2.0 Turbo 16V and 20V, 3.0 Busso V6, 2.4 TD and JTD — power, performance, gearboxes and weak points.
Lancia Kappa (1994–2000): history, body styles and production numbers
Lancia Kappa 1994–2000: saloon, SW estate and Coupé, the 1998 changes, production numbers and which versions are rarest today.
Renault Mégane II RS: versions, weak spots and running costs before you buy
Mégane II RS before you buy: how the 225, Cup, F1 Team R26 and R26.R differ, what tends to go wrong and what to check at a viewing.
Is the Mégane II RS a future classic? Which versions, and what drives value
The Mégane II RS as a future classic: why the R26 and R26.R draw collectors, what auction results show and what decides a car's value.
6 Italian future classics worth a look — from the Alfa 156 GTA to the Maserati Quattroporte
Alfa 156 GTA, Alfa GT, Alfa 166, Lancia Delta HPE, Fiat Barchetta and Maserati Quattroporte V — why they are worth knowing and what to watch out for.
Peugeot 205 Roland Garros: versions, equipment and how to spot a genuine one
Peugeot 205 Roland Garros: years, versions (hatchback, cabriolet), engines, colour and interior, how to verify originality and auction data.
Porsche 944 buying guide: versions, weak points and which to choose
Porsche 944 from 2.5 to Turbo S: versions and power, typical faults, what to look for on inspection and what it costs according to 2026 Hagerty values.
What does owning a classic car really cost? Costs and risks before you buy
Purchase tax, short-term liability cover for historic vehicles, comprehensive cover, yellow plates, storage, servicing, fakes and liquidity.
How to buy a classic car: from the advert to historic plates
The whole process of buying a classic: searching, checks, contract, payment, transport, Polish tax, excise, registration and historic plates — 2026 rules.
Classic Mini history 1959–2000: from Morris and Austin to Rover
The Mini 1959–2000: Morris and Austin, Cooper and Cooper S, Monte Carlo, the later series and the Rover era — dates, engines and production figures.
1969 Ford Mustang Fastback: versions, engines and VIN codes
1969 Mustang SportsRoof: Mach 1, GT, Boss 302 and 429, engines with their VIN codes, differences from the 1970 model and the usual rust spots.
What does a Mazda MX-5 NA or NB cost, and what drives the price?
MX-5 NA and NB prices in Poland and Europe (with source and date) and what sets them: rust, 1.6 or 1.8, Torsen, originality, mileage and history.
Mazda MX-5 NA and NB limited editions: the list and how to spot one
The key MX-5 NA and NB special editions from Japan, the US and Europe: numbers built, colours, equipment and how to tell a genuine one from a regular car.
5 Japanese youngtimers worth a look, and what to check before buying
MX-5 NA, Honda CR-X, Toyota Celica T160, Lexus LS400 and LX 450: five Japanese youngtimers, why they are worth a look and what to watch for when buying.
French youngtimers: what sets 1980s and 1990s French cars apart?
What French youngtimers have in common: 1980s–90s engineering and design, parts supply, running costs, auction data and the chances of historic plates.
7 French youngtimers worth knowing: why, and what to watch for
Seven French youngtimers from 1980–2011, from the 205 GTI to the DS3 Racing: why they matter, how many were built and what to watch for when buying.
How much is a classic Fiat 500 worth, and what drives the price?
What shapes the price of a classic Fiat 500: series, condition, restoration, originality and the Italian versus Polish market. Auction and market data with source and date.
Fiat 500 (1957–1975): history and every series from Nuova to 500 R
Fiat 500 1957–1975: the Nuova, Sport, D, F, L and R series, Giardiniera and Abarth — years, engines, production and the details that identify each version.
Citroën C6 (2005–2012): history, engineering and weak spots
Citroën C6 2005–2012: history from the Lignage concept, Hydractive 3+ suspension, engines, equipment and the common faults worth knowing before you buy.
Which classic car should you buy? Models for different budgets
Classics in three budgets: from the Mazda MX-5 and Porsche 944, through the Mercedes SL and Alfa GTV, to the BMW M3 E46 and the Mercedes Pagoda.
Mercedes SLK R170 buying guide: weak spots and which engine to choose
Buying an SLK R170: the roof, corrosion, Kompressor and V6 engine faults, the interior, gearbox, facelift and prices with date and source.
Mercedes SLK R170 (1996–2004): history, the Vario-Roof and the engine range
SLK R170 1996–2004: how it came about, how the Vario-Roof works, the 200, 230 Kompressor, 320 and 32 AMG, and the 2000 facelift changes.
Jaguar XJS or Mercedes SL (R107 and R129)? A comparison before you buy
Jaguar XJS vs Mercedes SL R107 and R129: body styles, engines, outputs, production numbers, weak points and costs — a sourced comparison.
Jaguar XJS buying guide: which one to choose and what to check
Jaguar XJS buying guide: choice of engine and body, rust spots, mechanical and interior checkpoints, and the paperwork worth asking for.
The Jaguar XJS V12 engine: 5.3, HE and 6.0 — design, performance, common problems
The V12 in the Jaguar XJS: 5.3, HE and 6.0 — design, outputs, gearboxes, common faults and what drives running costs.
Jaguar XJS 1975–1996: history, versions and production numbers
XJ-S and XJS 1975–1996: V12 5.3, HE, 3.6, XJ-SC, convertible, 1991 facelift, 4.0 and 6.0 — dates, outputs and production numbers with sources.
Range Rover Classic 1970–1996: history, versions, engines and weak spots
Range Rover Classic 1970–1996: two- and four-door, In Vogue, LSE, V8 and diesel engines, air suspension and the typical weak spots.
Which classic to start with? Six models that are simple and well supplied with parts
Six easy first classics: MX-5, MGB, Beetle, Amazon, W124 and Mini — simple to run, with parts available. Why they work and what to check.
Your first classic car in six steps: from budget to first season
Six steps to your first classic: total budget, choosing a model, searching, inspection, paperwork and the first season — with data on real running costs.
The MB Classics blog: what I write about and where to start
What the MB Classics blog covers, who it is for, its categories and which guides to read first.