Guides

This identification guide has been written specifically for the MK1 Morris Cooper S 1071cc, produced between 1963 and 1964. For the Austin 1071 MK1 Cooper S, click here. The 1071cc MK1 Cooper S was the First Cooper S produced by BMC, and the first of the minis to succeed at the Monte Carlo Rally. Like all versions of the original Mini Cooper S, the 1071cc is a highly desirable car, which has seen huge value increases in recent times. The 1071cc Cooper S was produced in the UK, and exported to markets including South Africa, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Ireland, New Zealand

This identification guide has been written specifically for the MK1 Austin Cooper S 1071cc, produced between 1963 and 1964. For the Morris 1071 Cooper S, click here. The 1071cc MK1 Cooper S was the First Cooper S produced by BMC, and the first of the minis to succeed at the Monte Carlo Rally. Like all versions of the original Mini Cooper S, the 1071cc is a highly desirable car, which has seen huge value increases in recent times. The 1071cc Cooper S was produced in the UK, and exported to markets including South Africa, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Ireland, New Zealand, Belgium

This identification guide has been written specifically for the MK1 Austin Cooper S 1071cc, produced between 1963 and 1964. For the Morris 1071 Cooper S, click here. The 1071cc MK1 Cooper S was the First Cooper S produced by BMC, and the first of the minis to succeed at the Monte Carlo Rally. Like all versions of the original Mini Cooper S, the 1071cc is a highly desirable car, which has seen huge value increases in recent times. The 1071cc Cooper S was produced in the UK, and exported to markets including South Africa, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Ireland, New Zealand, Belgium

This identification guide has been written for those seeking information about the Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9l, and specifically, the Phase 2 hatchback car is the subject of this page. For the Phase 1 car (1986 - 87), click here, and for the Phase 1.5 car (1987 - 1990), click here. For the purposes of this guide, the Phase 2 covers all cars made between 1990 and 1994. Some people categorise these cars into multiple phases, however, the differences are only slight, and we have therefore dealt with these cars in a single phase. Like the VW Golf GTI and Renault

This identification guide has been written for those seeking information about the Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9l, and specifically, the Phase 2 hatchback car is the subject of this page. For the Phase 1 car (1986 - 87), click here, and for the Phase 1.5 car (1987 - 1990), click here. For the purposes of this guide, the Phase 2 covers all cars made between 1990 and 1994. Some people categorise these cars into multiple phases, however, the differences are only slight, and we have therefore dealt with these cars in a single phase. Like the VW Golf GTI and Renault

This guide has been written for the Phase 1.5 Peugeot 205 GTI (1.9l). The Phase 1.5 cars are the second of 3 distinct phases of the 1.9l GTI produced between 1986 and 1994. Like the Golf GTI, Renault 5 GT Turbo and several other competitors, the Peugeot 205 obtained cult status during the 80s and 90s and now has a strong following as a classic hot hatch. This guide provides a detailed overview of the features unique to the Phase 1.5 cars, allowing a prospective purchaser to assess the originality of a vehicle. We note that the Phase 1.5 cars

This guide has been written for the Phase 1.5 Peugeot 205 GTI (1.9l). The Phase 1.5 cars are the second of 3 distinct phases of the 1.9l GTI produced between 1986 and 1994. Like the Golf GTI, Renault 5 GT Turbo and several other competitors, the Peugeot 205 obtained cult status during the 80s and 90s and now has a strong following as a classic hot hatch. This guide provides a detailed overview of the features unique to the Phase 1.5 cars, allowing a prospective purchaser to assess the originality of a vehicle. We note that the Phase 1.5 cars

This guide has been written for the Phase 1 Peugeot 205 GTI (1.9l). The Phase 1 cars are the first of 3 distinct phases of the 1.9l GTI produced between 1986 and 1994. Like the Golf GTI, Renault 5 Turbo and several other competitors, the Peugeot 205 obtained cult status during the 80s and 90s and now has a strong following as a classic hot hatch. This guide provides a detailed overview of the features unique to the Phase 1 cars, allowing a prospective purchaser to assess the originality of a vehicle. We note that the Phase 1 cars broadly

This guide has been written for the Phase 1 Peugeot 205 GTI (1.9l). The Phase 1 cars are the first of 3 distinct phases of the 1.9l GTI produced between 1986 and 1994. Like the Golf GTI, Renault 5 Turbo and several other competitors, the Peugeot 205 obtained cult status during the 80s and 90s and now has a strong following as a classic hot hatch. This guide provides a detailed overview of the features unique to the Phase 1 cars, allowing a prospective purchaser to assess the originality of a vehicle. We note that the Phase 1 cars broadly

This ID guide / buyers guide has been written for those looking for detailed information about the Mercedes R107 560SL. The 560SL represents the highest specification SL roadster available in the R107 range, and was sold in the United States, Japan, Canada and Australia from 1986 through to 1989. The 560SL usually demands a price premium over many other R107 roadsters (with a few exceptions), and given that the car is based on the same body, it is important to know what to look for in order to ensure you end up with a genuine car at the right price

This ID guide / buyers guide has been written for those looking for detailed information about the Mercedes R107 560SL. The 560SL represents the highest specification SL roadster available in the R107 range, and was sold in the United States, Japan, Canada and Australia from 1986 through to 1989. The 560SL usually demands a price premium over many other R107 roadsters (with a few exceptions), and given that the car is based on the same body, it is important to know what to look for in order to ensure you end up with a genuine car at the right price

This buyers guide / identification guide has been written for those interested in the 1968 - 1970 Datsun 2000 roadster (known as the Fairlady roadster in markets outside of the U.S). Please note, due to significant changes between the 67/68 model years, we have a separate ID guide for the 1967 Roadster (click here). This guide bundles the 1968 - 1970 SR311 and SRL311 cars into one ID guide, as these cars are all quite similar other than minor aesthetic modifications between the years which are outlined in detail below. The 1968 - 1970 Datsun 2000 roadsters are a very