Buying: Buying Guide

More than just a cut-price 911, a decent 912 is an entertaining, nimble sports car in its own right

Possibly the most recognisable saloon car of its age, the Aston Martin Lagonda’s time may finally have come

A doyen of the classic car scene, the Jaguar Mk2 is a very satisfactory buy – just as long as you buy wisely

A Grand Tourer combining American muscle, Italian design flair and British build quality. What could possibly go wrong?

A ropey one is horrible to drive, but a sensibly modified Big Healey is great fun. Mk1s and 2s are the current recommended buy

The XK120, 140 and 150 are all the rage again, and excellent value compared with other great British sports cars of the ’50s

Once the baby of the Ferrari range, the Dino punches above its weight for driving pleasure – and, these days, monetary value too