OK so we’ve launched into this one with a big open question… What is the ultimate classic estate car? First things first, let’s lay out the ground rules: It’s got to be practical, reliable, usable and drivable. What does that mean? Well, much as we’d […]
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You’re such a lightweight! The Peugeot 106 Rallye.
The Peugeot 106 first arrived on our roads way back in 1991, remaining in production for over a decade until it was replaced by the 107 in 2005. In many ways the 106 represents the end of a styling era for Peugeot, part of a […]
Why it’s time to buy a retro, four-seat convertible
Let’s start this blog instalment with an imaginary game of Top Trumps. It’s Classic Car Top Trumps, cars from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The cards are shuffled and split between the players, ready for the game to begin. You pull the first card from […]
Big Swede Sells Out
That’s right, our beautiful Volvo 240 Estate is no longer for sale. The big Swede is SOLD and is on it’s way to a new owner. This car didn’t hang around, it was in stock just a matter of weeks…. but do you know why […]
Thump, Thump, Thump… The decline of the Big Thumper
Two awesome things happened this week. Firstly, whilst browsing around the internet twiddling our thumbs we stumbled upon this excellent article by Adventure Rider. Turns out they were writing a piece about the XT500, and linked to one that we had for sale. Alas, that […]
Classic Travelling for 5, 7, 9 and 13 People
When it comes to owning a classic car, the two seat sports cars and Grand Tourers get far too much attention. A hobby is best enjoyed with friends, and just how many of your favourite people can you fit inside an E Type or an […]
Get yer coat, we’re off to Ikea
That’s right folks, we’ve got the ultimate Swedish load lugger in stock! Say hello to this wonderfully white Volvo 240 SE Estate 2.0 litre petrol with 5 Speed Manual gearbox Our Volvo 240 dates from 1993, one of the very last of this iconic shape. […]
The Williams is back!
Our awesome Renault Clio Williams has now returned from recommission work. We’re excited to share the results with you, as this must be one of the very best Renault Clio Williams currently available for sale in the UK. In terms of the iconic Hot Hatch, […]
You blinked, sorry, you missed it
Well like we said it’s been a busy few weeks here at Wizard, what with the ALPINA history blog getting a whole heap of attention, then the arrival of the wonderful BMW E28 ALPINA B9 3.5… The ink was barely dry on the description before […]
To Love or to Leave… Loved, not Leased, or used the least.
In a recent episode of BBC Top Gear, Chris Harris, Paddy McGuinness and Freddie Flintoff took three old cars on an adventure through Nepal. This was by no means the first time that Top Gear had bought and trashed old cars purely for our entertainment; […]