Retro Classics Issue 9, (April-June 2013)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Back to Scratch

Darragh Byrne has owned his ’86 Golf GTI since 1998, and it’s seen a few different incarnations in that time. However, he’s just restored it back to as-new condition, and it’s looking better than ever.

Viva La Mexico

Aaron Fox would be the first to admit that his Mk1 Escort was a bit of a lemon when he first bought it, but after years of graft it’s now one of the most stunning around.

Retrofitted

Fergal McGovern’s BMW M5-powered Opel Ascona was one of the undoubted stars of last year’s Retro Stock events. In anticipation of this year’s, we take a look at this incredible creation.

Low Escargot

Paul Keenan’s slammed Citroen 2CV might look as if it was just dragged out of a field, but in fact it harbours some ingenious modifications, including a channelled chassis.

Sporting Spridget

Anyone familiar with retro rallying and autotesting in Northern Ireland will know ‘The Midget Guys’ and their fearsomely capable 1,496cc MED-powered MG.

The Bayerische Connection

Apart from the obvious M3, the 325i is one of the most desirable BMW E30 models ever built. Steven Rountree’s minty example shows us why.

Flame Grilled

The ’49 to ’51 Mercury Coupe has been the basis for some of the all-time great custom cars thanks to its sleek shape and low roofline, and Pat Bolger’s is certainly a head-turner.

Front to Back

When it comes to college projects, most people write a thesis or make a presentation. Colm O’Keeffe decided to built himself a 24-valve rear-wheel-drive Mk3 Escort.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

News & Products

What’s new in the retro classic scene in Ireland and beyond.

 

Show Reports

  • RIAC Classic Car Show
  • Autosport International
  • ALMC Endurance Sprint
  • MGCC Derek Walker Trial
  • Mallow Autograss Fun Sprint
  • Circuit of Ireland Retro Trial
  • Neal Egan Club Blacksod Run
  • Eircooled Jumpstart Meet
  • NEC Classic Motorshow

 

In The Works

What’s being built in the small garages and workshops of the island of Ireland.

 

Retro Club Scene

Our monthly look at clubs catering for retro classic cars.

 

Retro Buyer’s Guide 

How to buy yourself a nineties rallying legend: a first-generation Subaru Legacy RS.