These fabulous and popular models were launched at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 1985, the 420 SL convertible retained its predecessor’s long-running Type 107 bodyshell virtually unchanged. The V8 engined newcomer supplanted the outgoing 380 SL model and was produced alongside the outwardly similar 300 SL ‘six’. Its power unit was an enlarged and impr..
The E28 BMW 5-Series, released in September 1981, was BMW’s breakthrough executive saloon. Designed by the iconic BMW designer Claus Luthe, the E28 was initially sold with a combination of four and six-cylinder engines, but in 1984 BMW revealed the very first M5 at the Amsterdam motor show. When it was launched 42 years ago, the new BMW E28 5-Serie..
The Silver Spirit III and Silver Spur III were introduced in 1993 featuring engine improvements, more power and some cosmetic updates over the earlier models; the Silver Spur being the longer wheelbase version and the independent adjustment of the rear seats. The interior was dominated by the expected combination of fine wood and leather and intere..
The 2006 BMW V10 M5 is a high-performance saloon car that redefines driving exhilaration. Its heart is a 5.0 litre V10 engine, producing 500 horsepower of symphonic power, giving it a remarkable 0-60mph time of just over 4 seconds. This masterpiece of engineering is mated to a seven-speed SMG transmission, allowing lightning-fast shifts. The M5's a..
The Maserati GranTurismo, and its convertible cousin the GranCabrio, entered production in 2007. Powered initially by the 4.7 litre Ferrari-derived V8 engine sitting in the Quattroporte V platform, the GranTurismo was famously developed in just nine months, a record that remains unbeaten to this day. The reason for this furious pace was that Ferrar..
The German word Gelandewagen translates as ‘cross country vehicle’. This abbreviates to G-Wagen and is a fitting name for the four-wheel drive luxury SUV manufactured by Magna Steyr in Austria and sold by Mercedes-Benz. The G-Wagen has enjoyed an impressive build run of over 40 years, during which time notable owners have included the Vatican who t..
The 1998 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 Sahara is a rugged and capable off-road vehicle known for its durability and versatility. The Sahara trim level adds some extra features to the Wrangler, such as diamond plate rocker guards, body-colour bumper flares, and a Sahara-specific interior with high-back bucket seats. Overall, the 1998 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 Sahara is..
The Karif or Tipo AM339 is a luxury coupé produced by Maserati between 1988 and 1991. Designed to mix luxury with sporty looks and agile handling, the Karif was announced with a limited production run of 255 examples. This is exactly what modern manufacturers do now and with great success, however only 221 Karif’s were sold with late cars being sol..
Unveiled in March 1998, the Silver Seraph replaced the Silver Spur. All Seraphs were hand built at the Rolls-Royce factory in Crewe, England, which stopped making Rolls-Royce models in 2002 but continued with Bentley. The car had a base price of £155,175 in the UK and was powered by a 5.4 litre, aluminium alloy, BMW V12 engine making it the first t..
The 1997 Mazda MX-5 Harvard Edition is a tribute to driving pleasure. This limited-edition model celebrates the spirited essence of the MX-5, capturing the pure joy of open-air motoring. With a silver metallic exterior and red leather interior, it exudes timeless elegance. Its rev-happy 1.8 litre engine and precise five-speed manual transmission of..