In the Spring 2025 issue of Practical Classics, there’s a special look back at 45 years of our magazine, with memories from our writers who tell us about their favourite restorations and road trips.

Meanwhile, we meet Sam, a man on a mission to transform his Mini at home from basket case to showstopper and check out a stunning Ford Orion with an extraordinary story. We head for the Mediterranean to meet a dedicated Skoda Favorit and Austin Maestro fan, while James crashes his Berlingo in Spain.

There are in-depth guides on the Jaguar XJ S1-S3 and Nissan Figaro, a special journey for a special Frontera and a road trip aboard a Talbot Lotus Sunbeam. Meanwhile at the workshop, we’re looking at braking faults and the best way of waking up your classic after a winter slumber, plus updates on the team’s classics – Scimitar, 2CV, MGF, Standard Ten and Morris Minor!
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